Work in the automotive industry?

As Europe’s largest glove manufacturer, uvex understands that our hands are just as important to protect as any other part of the body. Our hands which allow us to feel, grip and hold even the smallest of objects, have 27 bones and 17,000 receptors. We use them all day, every day at work and at home, making them deserving of the best possible protection. The uvex range of safety gloves is subject to the most stringent control measures ensuring first-class quality. Together with our North American partner HexArmor®, an exclusive licensee of SuperFabric® brand material, we are able to offer a glove solution for almost all workplace hazards. Discover our range best suited to the automotive industry below:

Being on your feet all day, which many job roles require within production facilities, has an impact on the entire body. Standing for prolonged periods on hard concrete floors can exacerbate musculoskeletal disorders or conditions such as plantar fasciitis, bunions, hammer toe or those with diabetic sores leading to early onset fatigue, a reduction in concentration or time off work. Often anti-fatigue matting is only placed around work stations but employees rarely stay in one spot throughout the day. uvex has developed various footwear options, all designed to help combat fatigue, making it easy to find the right style for your environment. Take a look at our case studies to see how uvex footwear has improved safety and wellbeing for our customers. Working in heavy oil and grease areas such as press, axle and body shops can require S3 protection due to the risk of slips, trips and falls.

Whether you need safety glasses, goggles, over specs or prescription glasses, uvex develops and produces innovative safety eyewear in its plant in Bavaria, Germany which meets the highest quality standards through stringent testing in its own test centre. Every uvex product must fulfil the exacting uvex standards that measure functionality, ergonomics, durability and wearer comfort.

Many workplaces are now fitted with LED lights, however, the bright harsh light can have a detrimental effect on employees, increasing strain on the eyes and surrounding muscles, causing them to fatigue quicker. Properly tinted safety eyewear, even indoors, can have a dramatic effect on the wearer’s vision, comfort and energy levels as well as concentration and productivity.

Made within its own CO₂ neutral facility in Höör, southern Sweden, uvex produces 30 million plugs per year using energy from renewable sources. It’s modern manufacturing, unique approach to energy sources involves minimal water consumption with no hazardous waste by-products. Together with its short transport routes to the UK and rest of Europe the products help reduce environmental pollution. Its innovative approach doesn’t stop there. uvex brings to the market truly inspired products to ensure anyone can find the right hearing protection solution for their workplace environment.

In the automotive industry, head protection is crucial to safeguarding workers from potential injuries caused by falling objects, impacts, or accidental head bumps. Whether in manufacturing plants, assembly lines, or repair workshops, the risk of head trauma is ever-present, making it essential to invest in reliable head protection. Helmets are required in all press shops for protection from overhead cranes and machinery when moving and maintaining dies. Bump caps are also a requirement in most automotive lines as there are numerous head hazards of the air tools that hang over head and when working under the vehicles in trim and chassis units. Bump caps are a popular solution, offering lightweight and comfortable protection against minor head injuries in environments where a full helmet may not be necessary. They are designed to absorb the force of small impacts, providing a balance between comfort and safety. By using quality bump caps, automotive professionals can reduce the risk of head injuries while maintaining agility and ease of movement throughout their workday.

All of the above products are available through our range of trusted distribution partners. Simply visit our dstributor locator to find your preferred distributor with no need to set up an account. Or alternatively, for further information and guidance on where to purchase uvex products simply contact your uvex representative who will be happy to assist, as well as recommend the most suitable PPE.