Industrial gloves cover a wide range of applications, from general handling to oil, chemical and mechanical protection.

Nitrile is commonly used for industrial glove coatings because it can provide a combination of mechanical durability, grip and resistance properties depending on glove design and formulation. Nitrile-coated gloves are used across applications including chemical handling, manufacturing, automotive and maintenance.

The requirements of an industrial glove can vary significantly.

For general-purpose gloves, manufacturers may focus on:

• Flexibility

• Abrasion resistance

• Tear resistance

• Grip

• Coating adhesion

For heavier-duty applications, additional requirements may include:

• Chemical resistance

• Oil resistance

• Mechanical durability

• Coating thickness

• Extended service life

NBR latex selection should therefore be based on the intended application rather than simply selecting a general industrial grade.

RUICO works with customers to evaluate NBR latex according to glove structure, coating requirements and production conditions.

The objective is to find a practical balance between performance, processability and material consumption.