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Operators who require cut protection are often forced into thicker knitted gloves which can affect tactility and productivity. Bulky gloves are also often removed during the work shift as they produce heat and interfere with touch related tasks such as swiping or data input and this exposes operators to potential hand injuries. The touchscreen compatible TenActiv™ S21TXUGFN is an ultra-thin 21-gauge seamless knit palm coated cut resistant glove with high visibility feature that fits and feels like a lightweight dress sock yet provides cut level A9 protection against extreme or high level cut hazards.

If you are searching for a cut level A4 glove that your crew will actually want to wear, then let us introduce you to the PIP® G-Tek® 16-541 Industrial Work Safety Glove with an ultra-thin glove shell that features advanced PolyKor® ultra fiber technology. The G-Tek® 16-541 features an amazing ultra-lightweight, snug-fitting 21-gauge PU coated seamless knit glove shell made from proprietary yarns that give the wearer ultra-high cut resistance, ultra-high comfort, touchscreen functionality and ultra-high flexibility for second skin like precision!

In any food manufacturing facility, preventing food contamination is a top priority. Metal detectable gloves help prevent contamination of products in case a glove or fragment accidentally gets into food production. Designed with food industry workers in mind, KeepKleen® metal detectable nitrile gloves from Superior Glove® are FDA food compliant and at 4-mil thick, they are the perfect balance between protection and tactile feedback. Black in color, these latex-free disposable gloves will contrast most food products and is easily seen by the human eye while texturized fingertips provide a strong, wet/dry grip

Specially formulated for major corporations concerned about their brand, these 1/2lb industrial-strength air purifier odor absorber bags are designed for commercial active packaging applications where the foulest of odors prevail and to reduce harmful chemicals including formaldehyde, chlorine, chloramine, ammonia, benzene and chloroform gases emitted from such items as paint, carpeting, air fresheners, chemical cleaners, rubber and plastic.

Vegware™, a global specialist in high quality compostable foodservice packaging and the 2019 "Best Closed Loop Project" waste2zero Award Winner, manufactures plant-based PLA portion pots with optional air tight, leak-resistant lids making these perfect for serving food sides such as dressings, mini snacks, sauces, dips, jelly, condiments, sauces or taster sampling and shot glasses.

When your work requires delicate, light-duty wipers to handle precise tasks, reach for Kimtech™ Science Kimwipes® to protect your critical processes, sensitive equipment and supplies. Kimtech products are designed for exacting performance suitable for ISO Class 4 or higher laboratory environments.Shop MDS and receive free shipping.

Every year 200 billion disposable gloves are thrown away where they take centuries to fully decompose. This means the very first nitrile gloves ever produced (including those worn by you) are still out there somewhere. To tackle the growing volume of landfill, eco-conscience glove suppliers are investing heavily into Research and Development for sustainable hand protection products with limited environmental impact. Biodegradable technologies are making a difference to the environment without compromising protection or performance

In the post pandemic world, many businesses are searching for safer, healthier ways to conduct day-to-day life. Laptops, touchscreens, X-ray heads, instrument trays, cell phones, monitors, automotive steering wheels, tablets, headrests, door handles, keyboards and computer mice are a breeding ground for viruses. A protective barrier cover sounds complicated, but it's actually a very simple, inexpensive yet highly effective infection control device against the spread of germs and bacteria.

In an attempt to rid single-use plastic from supply chains and as a way of "protecting our planet", Portwest®, a 120 year old global manufacturer of workwear and personal safety gear has recently introduced a new range of eco-conscious apparel referred to as Portwest® Planet and it's utilizing stockpiles of depleted P.ET.bottles

Diverting material destined for landfill, these first of its kind personal safety sleeves are helping to recycle some of the 50 billion water bottles a year or 100 million plastic water bottles Americans buy every day to create All Day® A2 cut-resistant sleeve protectors knitted from recycled yarn technologies here in the USA.

Wearing single-use gloves all day every day can cause more skin-health problems than the dangers from which they are worn to protect in the first place. If you suffer from dry, cracked or irritated hands, then be sure to check out these nitrile exam gloves with moisture wicking systems. And as an added bonus, these latex-free gloves also decompose in landfill thanks to EcoTek® accelerated biodegradability!

These work safety gloves are great for manipulating very sharp blades, tools, and equipment and the perfect tool for operators trimming, cutting cannabis or other plants. The TenActiv™ S21TX cut protection glove can be worn alone over a bare hand but they're thin enough to be worn as a protective glove liner under single-use nitrile gloves for enhanced cut safety.

Uniform Technology™ controlled environment apparel from PIP® has anti-static properties that rapidly neutralize the electric discharge and protect production equipment and work pieces. This line of cutting-edge reusable cleanroom apparel solves technical contamination. Shop environment control needs with customized, economical solutions that are based on many years of expertise and experience. Shop MDS for cleanroom apparel at wholesale prices today!

Our wholesale eco food containers are available in a wide variety of sizes and shapes to accommodate different sized food portions, animals or applications, and perfect for controlling food portion sizes within your zoo, farm, rescue shelter, animal hospital, boarding kennel or pet sanctuary!

Made in the USA, Kut Gard® PreventWear™ cut-resistant work safety apparel by PIP® provides wearers with enhanced confidence, comfort and focus while specialized high-level cut safety zones protect vital areas susceptible to lacerations such as the upper chest, neck, wrist, abdomen, upper arm and forearm and where major arteries are at risk.

The swipe compatible FlexTech™ Y9258 A4 Cut-Resistant Work Glove has anti-static properties that rapidly neutralize the electric discharge for the worker and ESD properties that protect sensitive equipment and work pieces when working within critical environment, cleanroom, biotec, laboratory, metal fabrication, transportation, oil & gas, machinery, equipment and automotive industries for applications involving metal stamping, electronics assembly, small parts handling and assembly applications.

Plastic drinking cups are a great choice when hygiene and convenience are a priority. From water to mouthwash, sampling to mixing and other quick servings, these featured disposable cups are the perfect container for serving liquids and controlling portions in a variety of applications without soak-through while saving your operation money.

Designed to protect hands from liquid in freezing temperatures, SHOWA® 406 high-visibility water-repellent gloves with BREATHEX Foam Technology® allow for optimum comfort, flexibility and warmth when working in tough frigid conditions down to -22°F.

Workers, safety managers and new regulations all demand an added level of protection when working with shared items, equipment or contact surfaces. Gloves are being relied upon as a new line of defense against contamination. G-Tek® VR-X™ is a new style of hand protection PPE that offers unprecedented barrier protection in a work glove that helps protect workers against the transmission of viruses and bacteria commonly found on shared surfaces or items.

Available in popular black or hi-vis orange colors, Emerald's disposable extended-use latex-free Guard™ nitrile gloves feature innovative raised diamond texture technology on virtually all of the glove's gripping area. If you currently use Grippaz® brand gloves from PIP® or use Ammex® Gloveworks HD brand gloves, then check out these heavy-duty nitrile grip gloves from Emerald Personal Protection Products available at a fraction of the cost!

Many food service establishments struggle to find that right balance between cost, performance and environmental impact, especially during times of high inflation, high fuel costs and upticks in take-out service. With take-out food sales reaching all-time highs during the pandemic, now is the right time to consider Eco-friendly food containers. If your food establishment is considering new packaging options that offer great value, our low-cost Emerald Takeout Food Containers offer performance you can depend on and that your customers will appreciate.

The inventor of single-use gloves in 1991, today SHOWA® provides cutting-edge hand protection for American Workers proudly made in Fayette, Alabama USA! SHOWA® offers a portfolio of single-use nitrile gloves that follow the guidelines put forth in the Trade Agreements Act (19 U.S.C. & 2501-2581). If you obtain or sell single-use nitrile glove products through a group purchasing organization (GPO) or through a GSA schedule as a GSA reseller, contractor or you work for a governmental agency then consider SHOWA® single use gloves, 100% sourced and made in the USA

Commonly used in drug testing, fertility clinics, hospitals, research, rehabilitation facilities, long term care residences, these disposable lab containers or jars are ideal for collecting, storing and transporting industrial, pharmaceutical, scientific, medical and environmental batch samples for laboratory testing and analysis. Chemically resistant and shatterproof, these specimen containers feature labels, leak-resistant lids and molded graduations in ounces and milliliters with a capacity of 4 ounces.

Selecting the proper PPE for the job is an obvious first step to injury reduction but understanding the applications so the right safety products are used is critical when working especially with electricity. Whether you are working with high voltage batteries, live wires, powerful electrical equipment or power transformers, MDS offers the right product designed specifically for protecting electrical and utility workers!

Automobiles can get water damage from a deteriorated door or window seal, driving through a flooded underpass or from an open window, door or sunroof and it is important to avoid moisture damage as it can have a deadly effect. It is imperative to dry the vehicle's interior as soon as possible. Moisture in the cabin can lead to corrosive rust, odor, mold or mildew all of which could cause more prolonged issues later down the line. To combat water damage, place a few Cargo Dy Desiccants throughout interior compartment and let it go to work!

Is it fluff or fact? It is important to understand how well a biodegradable nitrile glove performs, but it is even more important to know how the nitrile glove's biodegradability was tested and measured. There are two accepted and respected methods for testing and certifying the biodegradability of single-use nitrile gloves. ASTM D5511 and ASTM D5526 certifications were established by the ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) to determine the anaerobic biodegradation of plastics in accelerated landfill conditions. Keep reading to learn the difference

Manage product contamination and manage supply chain resiliency. Halyard® PureZero® Cleanroom Gloves are ideal for applications that involve handling delicate equipment in microelectronics, semiconductors, optics, compounding, life science, pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing applications.Specifically designed to meet the stringent requirements of class 3 cleanroom environments or higher, PureZero® Gloves are designed to exact standards, to help you manage the risks associated with user comfort and protection

Get a better grip and stop bending over to pick up displaced nails, screws, tacks, wiring and more with these engineered, one-of-a-kind industrial work safety gloves created specifically for your job environment! From the hot-selling TenActiv™ product line, these S18TXFTLP innovative work safety gloves are ideal for framing, roofing, pulp and paper, furniture assembly, truss assembly and more

The world's first sustainable general-purpose work glove preserves the plant without compromising on performance or protection. Featuring a revolutionary palm coating with Eco Best Technology®, the SHOWA® 383 is your earth-friendly glove solution in protection and preservation only requiring 1-5 years for biodegradation in an active landfill compared to more than 100 years for other, non-sustainable glove options

Made for the tough working environments where where breakthrough times and tensile strength are demanded most, Emerald's affordably priced premium Heavy Duty Extended-Use Industrial Orange Guard™ Nitrile Gloves feature raised diamond texture grip and a heavy 7-mil thickness

The SHOWA® 381 General Duty Work Glove is all about the comfort, tactility, flexibility and grip! An engineered seamless knit microfiber shell reduces palm sweat, feels amazing against the skin and provides optimum tactility making these ideal for work gloves for working on delicate projects or products.

Metal mesh type gloves are a very popular choice for food processing, sheet metal handling, restaurant and food service operations. A well-designed metal mesh glove provides end-users maximum protection from extreme laceration injuries, but not all metal mesh gloves are created equal. What separates Whizard® Metal Mesh Gloves by Wells Lamont is their steel gloves are built stronger with more durable metal links requiring less maintenance using plasma weld technology.

Designed for sensitive skin, the SHOWA® 7502PF single-use nitrile glove is powder, latex, and accelerator-free. These gloves also undergo additional testing to ensure that they are free of chemical accelerator residue and will not cause skin irritation or allergies. As an added bonus, the SHOWA® 7502PF feature revolutionary EcoBest Technology® (EBT) for accelerated biodegradation and are validated with GreenCircle certification.

A new era in disposable hand protection has arrived and it allows facilities to protect their workforce and preserve our planet! Reduce environmental impact with these sustainable, landfill-friendly GreenCircle® certified latex-free nitrile gloves that decompose in only 1-3 years with zero waste! And here's the best part - these gloves are competitively priced!

Wells Lamont Industrial works with the best engineered glove technologies available on today's market to create their critical environment (CE) product line of hand protection. Wells Lamont's highly specialized line of American Made lightweight knitted medical gloves designed for critical environments protect operators against bacteria and lacerations without hindering movements, dexterity or tactile sensitivity. These sterile surgical cut gloves are ideal for use as a liner under a disposal glove for enhanced cleanliness and protection.

Arc Flash tested for level 2 with an ATPV of 8 cal/cm2, these PXN/KG18 Contender™ sleeve protectors from Superior Glove® are one of the first sleeves on the market designed for workers who are exposed to fire and arc flash hazards. They feature DuPont™ Kevlar® knitted fabrication that provides 360° ANSI cut level A5 cut protection and are inherently fire resistant.

SW® Safety Solutions specializes in manufacturing, R&D and hand health technologies to provide premium hand protection products that enhance worker performance. Their biodegradable PowerForm® PF-95GY EcoTek® Single-Use Nitrile Exam Glove was recognized by Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) at the 2022 Industrial Hygiene Award as a Gold Winner in the Hand Protection category.

If the nature of the job is dirty, greasy or abrasive and it has your company turning over work glove inventories then be sure to check out the Emerald brand of industrial work gloves. Available in 10 styles, these affordably priced work gloves offer great value, performance and will help offset the high cost of fuel and inflation.

The United States consumes 110 billion medical exam gloves each year yet only produces about one percent of them domestically. How did SHOWA® respond to the demand for U.S.-made PPE? They invested in a new state-of-the-art glove manufacturing in Fayette, Alabama USA!

Halyard®, formerly Kimberly-Clark® Health Care and part of Owens & Minor®, is a brand many professionals trust to protect their respiratory health and safety. These Halyard® FluidShield® Level 3 N95 Particulate Surgical Respirators are constructed with 5 layers with the inner layer featuring So-Soft® - a silky soft and refreshing hypoallergenic fabric ideal for delicate skin and extended wear. As an authorized Halyard Distributor, MDS Associates has the capacity to build your stockpile and looking to bid on your business!