4o Trimestre 16 Esdepunt Technics A new, unheard-of solution: fabrics protecting against cuts and punctures Protección Laboral 89 The range of technical fabrics by Esdepunt has grown, and the new catalogue now includes a new series or protective fabrics protecting against cuts and punctures, based on European Standard EN 388. The company’s three fabrics have been developed speci cally, and may be combined. Elastic, breathable, adapting to the shape of the body Level 5 Cut protection: ne gauge fabric, very elastic, breathable, adapting to the shape of the body and available in gray or white. Speci cally designed to protect against cuts, offering the maximum protection level as per EN 388 standards.Among its many uses, we can mention: cuffs protecting forearms, workwear and underwear, and extra-protection fabric, if sewn on standard clothes on areas requiring more protection against cuts as per workers’ needs. The ideal area of application is services and industries involving the management and handling of sharp items like metal sheets, glass, china, etc. like construction, ironworks, tin, plumbers and glass items. Maximum protection levels Level 5 cut protection, level 4 anti-puncture protection: medium gauge fabric, heavy-weight fabric, offering maximum protection levels against cuts and punctures, in accordance to EN 388 requirements. The fabric is available in white and becomes a wildcard fabric because it is breathable, comfortable, versatile, protecting against cuts and punctures.Also ideal for workwear in direct contact with the skin, or as second layer as in protective cuffs or reinforcement on strategic areas in standard workwear. The use of clothes and accessories made from this fabric, as ideal for industrial and servicing sectors as mentioned above, is indispensable for people working in sectors involving contact with sharp materials like iron, wood, splinters, glass, knives, etc. It may be washed and disinfected at 90°C, so it is also suitable for those working in slaughterhouses or any other job description in the food processing industry involving related hazards. In addition to the industrial uses mentioned above, there is a great advantage in the use of this fabric for protective purposes, in workwear for public or private security personnel members. Ideal in situations like riots, assaults with knives or cutting weapons, etc. Esdepunt Technics has this goal in mind in its design or corporate uniform polos combining these protective fabrics for workers in any of the above situations. The outer layer is the classic polo, with colours and styles that re ect the image of the corps in question. Non-woven, felt- like fabric offering high protection levels Level 4 cut protection, Level 4 anti-puncture protection: non-woven fabric, felt-like, offering excellent protection levels against cuts and punctures, speci cally designed as extra protection when worn over workwear protecting against cuts and punctures, reinforcing vulnerable areas like the lower back, the stomach, heart, neck, etc. Industry sectors where workers handle sharp items will appreciate the extra protection offered by these reinforcements, as will public and private security corps members. It is not expensive to keep warm Esdepunt Technics has also designed a novelty for this coming winter season: medium-thickness sweaters, thick-woven with HB 100% acrylic yarn, with double front and weighing 460 gr./sq.mt., ideal and comfortable as they act as a barrier against cold air. Keeping the body warm for much longer, and resisting peeling, these sweaters will remain as good as new for much longer. They are also comfortable because the texture is elastic and will adapt to the shape of the body. Available in several styles, with round collar, high collar with zipper, jacket-style, with long zipper from the neck to the hem. In plain colours, or in multiple colour combinations. 37 Updated products