Market responsiveness is increasingly valuable: when buyers change requirements or when a new tenders appears, the ability to quickly develop a compliant SKU is a competitive advantage. Rapid SKU development depends on two pillars: a flexible material platform and an efficient trial-and-scale proces... read more
Industrial gloves address a different set of priorities compared to medical counterparts: durability under mechanical stress, improved abrasion resistance, and consistent protection against oils and certain chemicals. Sri Lankan manufacturers seeking to diversify into industrial segments must adopt ... read more
Healthcare glove specifications require a reliable balance of comfort, barrier integrity and mechanical performance. For Sri Lankan producers supplying hospitals and clinics, meeting those expectations consistently is essential to maintain buyer relationships and fulfill tender obligations. NBR late... read more
Cost pressures are a continuous reality for glove manufacturers, and Sri Lanka is no exception. Direct raw material price is a visible line item, but total unit economics are heavily shaped by yield, energy use, and labor efficiency. Material-related variability—such as inconsistent viscosity, solid... read more
Sri Lankan production lines vary considerably in scale and capability. Some factories operate highly automated lines with modern ovens and precision dipping control; others rely on semi-automated or manual sequences where operator technique plays a larger role. These differences make a compelling ca... read more