What's a Glovebox Glove?
A glovebox (or glove box) is a sealed container that is designed to allow one to manipulate objects where a separate atmosphere is desired. They are commonly used as a barrier to protect workers from hazardous materials such as ra
dioactive materials, toxic gases or infectious disease agents from dermal absorption, inhalation or cross-contamination. Glovebox gloves will also protect against chemicals and materials that may be sensitive to air or water vapor.
dioactive materials, toxic gases or infectious disease agents from dermal absorption, inhalation or cross-contamination. Glovebox gloves will also protect against chemicals and materials that may be sensitive to air or water vapor.What's a Glovebox?
Built into the sides of the glovebox are ports or openings where gloves are arranged in such a way that the user can slide their hands into the gloves and perform tasks inside the box without breaking containment. Part or all of the box is usually transparent to allow the user to see what is being manipulated.
The glove box is often utilized in biotechnology, biomedical, nuclear, military defense, pharmaceutical, semiconductor, chemical manufacturing, microbiological research, high-risk biological agents or to handle infectious pathogens.
Gloveboxes come in several configurations:
- Isolation chambers
- Single pass airflow filtered designs
- Contained loop systems
- Negative pressure systems
- Vacuum glove boxes
- Class III Biological Safety Cabinets
What are Glovebox Gloves?
Glovebox gloves are often referred to Isolation Gloves, Chamber Gloves, Port Gloves, Isolation Chamber Glove or Dry Box Gloves. Glovebox gloves are sold in wide array of industries. University, private research labs, bio-teams to pharmaceutical manufacturers have some type of need for glovebox gloves. These shoulder length gloves are made to protect against the harshest chemicals and dangerous pathogens.
The glovebox typically is equipped with arm-length protective gloves, which are connected to the unit via glove ports. Gloves can be fabricated from a variety of materials, including neoprene, hypalon and butyl rubber. The glove selection process should be based on risk assessment and the needs for your specific application. Considerations include permeability, dexterity requirements and the types of procedures being conducted.
Guardian Glovebox Gloves Are Made in the USA and Used by the US Armed Forces (USAF), General Services Administration (GSA), Homeland Security (HSA), Department of Energy (DOE) and US Domestic Preparedness!
It is important to make the proper selection as gloves vary in thickness and size which can impact dexterity and level of protection. Our Guardian™ Glovebox Gloves are made with butyl or neoprene and offer superior protection. They are available in different hand sizes, hand styles, thicknesses and in a great selection of port sizes ranging from 6'' to 10''. They are also available in both ambidextrous and left/right hand styles. All Guardian™ Manufacturing products are proudly made in the USA and built to Military Specifications.
With the variation of hand styles, ports, sizes, etc., Guardian™ is able to provide you with the right glove for your lab!
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