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Nothing embodies extended use hand protection better than Grippaz® extended-use gloves because they incorporate unique technologies that offer better performance and versatility than disposable and unsupported polymer gloves. Grippaz® hand protection is available in five unique styles, three colors and with multiple testing certifications

When the cold weather rolls around, be sure to equip your crew with these Portwest® Planet bio-based EC60 Hi-viz winter work jackets that keep operators visible while diverting 79 P.E.T. plastic water bottles per jacket from our landfill!

Equipped with multiple safety ratings, the TenActiv STXLPNRVB work gloves feature a hi-viz orange color for enhanced visibility and worker hand placement, provide warmth to -5ºC/23ºF, flexibility, high cut level A7 resistance, ANSI/ISEA 138 level 2 rated hand bumpers and more for an "all-in-one" work glove.

A percentage of the human population is allergic to natural latex which ranges from contact dermatitis to severe allergic reactions that require first aid. In response, SHOWA® launched the first latex-free nitrile gloves ever made. The N-DEX® brand of low-modulus, single use latex-free gloves solved this protein allergy issue.

Take a look around any park, waterway, beach or roadway and chances are you'll see discarded plastic water bottles. lastic pollution is the accumulation of plastic objects and particles in the Earth's environment that adversely affects humans, wildlife and their habitat and is one of the most pressing and critical environmental issues facing the planet. A new bio-based fiber called rPET is changing the P.P.E market and our landscape for the better

Forces such as humidity or moisture can destroy or deteriorate electronics relatively quickly. For the folks that manage large scale power grids or depend on electronic consoles, moisture management is an everyday concern. Bulk Indicating Silica Gel is an ideal desiccant (drying agent) where visual control of moisture is required.

The glove engineers at Superior Glove® love gloves and they created two cold-rated and lab tested winter work mitts with ANSI/ISEA level 2 impact protection designed for cold weather industrial applications. Constructed with water-resistant goatskin leather, these supple ANSI rated cut-resistant Endura® winter work mitts are serious cold weather hand protection

We can't change Earth's past, but we can change its future, starting with choosing sustainable products that reduce landfill waste and micro-plastics. Shop Eco MDS for Personal Safety, Contamination Control, Maintenance & Janitorial and Consumable products that help protect Life, Earth and Community!

50% of a person's body heat escapes through the head. Cover your crew with Superior® HA10 or HA10R industrial knitted winter work beanies designed for maximum comfort and all-day wear, protecting head and ears from the cold elements.

The hand protection first responders wear can be the difference between returning home safe or a trip to the hospital. One of the key standards for evaluating the safety effectiveness of the gloves you wear against fentanyl and other fatal toxins is the ASTM D6978-05. Learn more about this standard and shop for fentanyl-resistant hand protection!

Shop our sustainable alternatives in mold and moisture management within packaged goods traveling along supply chains. Eliminate micro-plastic plastic and outperform silica gel and calcium chloride desiccants with these all-natural biodegradable Micro-Pak® Dri Clay® Kraft desiccant packets.

Protect your team with cutting-edge hand protection featuring the latest safety and comfort features. MDS Associates offers a full line of work gloves and disposable gloves featuring the newest technologies that are elevating safety compliance, streamlining inventory and reducing glove expenditures.

If you currently use single-use blue vinyl gloves, blue synthetic gloves, blue vinyl/nitrile blended gloves or searching for a suitable latex-free alternative nitrile glove because of poor glove quality, high replacement costs or supply chain disruptions, then be sure to consider these high-quality wholesale disposable Grip Strong® Powder-Free Latex-Free Cobalt Blue Nitrile Gloves. Receive FREE SHIPPING and reduce storage space while ensuring supply of gloves -Grip Strong® nitrile gloves are only available by the pallet.

If you're a responder treating an overdose victim, or a law enforcement officer handling drug paraphernalia, the hand protection you wear can be the difference between returning home safe or a trip to the hospital. Emerald Personal Protection Products offers responders several fentanyl-resistant gloves that meet the ASTM D6978-05 glove testing standard without busting budgets.

Shop the new Endura® 378TXTVBE winter goat grain leather driver glove by Superior Glove®! Designed for outdoor laborers at risk to occupational hand injuries from industrial lacerations, punctures, impacts and cold work conditions, these are the ideal hand protection for outdoor maintenance work, handling metal controls, parts or tools, climbing ladders, gripping handrails and cold storage or freezer warehousing.

If you work in the frigid outdoors or indoors or like to engage in cold weather recreational activities, the Caiman® portfolio of high-performing insulated cold protection gloves is designed for industrial operators working in harsh environmental cold applications.

It's important to get the right gloves for sheet metal work. If you don't have good gloves on when you're metalworking, then your hands are going to get cut up badly .Lightweight, strong grip gloves, these TenActiv™ STAGFNP gloves are designed for use in sheet metal assembly operations where repeated handling of parts wears out one glove while guarding operators against cuts and punctures.

Mold will grow as long as there is sufficient moisture and a food source (any organic material is food for mold), while a change in temperature is all it takes for moisture to condensate and cause damage to your products. When it comes to protecting the quality of your merchandise, be sure to select Micro-Pak® world class biodegradable desiccants and anti-microbial products within your active packaging operation!

Boost Your LEED® points and preserve the planet by incorporating SHOWA® Eco-Best Technology® (EBT) Nitrile Hand Protection Products within your LEED-certified operation today! Providing the same performance and protection as its conventional counterparts, these landfill friendly SHOWA® accelerated biodegradable gloves decompose to healthy soil!

Boss® Therm™ Heated Vest is a versatile, functional and fast heating solution offering freedom of movement that's designed to eliminate the cold from the chest and back during frigid outdoor activities with one press of a button. This stylish vest is intended to be worn as an inner layer or undergarment over a variety of clothing and provides three levels of heating

Maintain the body's core temperature with Boss® Therm™ industrial heated apparel. Critical for productivity, comfort and safety especially when working in frigid conditions and ideal for fishing, hunting, skiing, snowboarding, hiking, snowmobiling, removing snow or if you call the outdoors your office!

The Dexterity® #S13NSI work gloves are constructed of a ultra-thin 13-gauge seamless knit blend of cotton/nylon that's designed to maximize workers' grip and sense of touch while protecting materials like glass and metal from fingerprints, smearing and tacky messes thanks to its' silicone palm coating.

Get rid of instant hand warmer packss, bulky snow gloves and thermal glove liners that hinder dexterity. In as little as 60-90 seconds you can take a bite out of the frigid cold with these 3-stage activated patent-pending battery operated Boss® Therm™ heated glove liners.

Nowadays glove dispenser boxes have virtually become a spokesperson for many corporations. As food service operators, the disposable gloves you wear to defend against the cross-contamination of germs are often on full display for patrons. Supply chain managers, business owners and sustainability officers should take note that if your single-use gloves aren't biodegradable, you might want to consider switching brands.

As responders battle the ongoing fentanyl epidemic, MDS recognizes the urgent need for certified safe hand protection and adds a fentanyl-resistant category to its' hand protection segment. Responders can easily shop and select preferred styles easier than ever before!

Prevent cross-contamination and create a reliable and hygienic barrier with Graham Medical's single-use FlexAir® Inflatable Single-Use Patient Pillows that help reassure patients that they have a pathogen-free and comfortable place to rest their heads.

Stay visible and keep your head toasty warm while illuminating the area directly in front of you with Portwest Winter Beanie Head Lamps. Perfect for industrial and residential applications, these high-performance, high-tech acrylic knit winter beanies are available in different colors and feature a bright rechargeable 150 lumens LED head light to complete tasks hands-free!

These Chemstop™ F225FLNV hi-viz orange chemical-resistant polyvinyl chloride (PVC) coated winter work gloves from Superior Glove® are specifically engineered for individuals who are at risk to cold water exposure or sudden submerges.

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 work wear, safety gear and P.P.E. (new to U.S.A.) has recently introduced a new range of Eco-conscious bio-based work glove products referred to as Portwest® Planet.

Almost every retailer in the world faces a frustrating, four-letter problem, and the worst thing they can do is ignore it. The problem is mold — and it's a serious thorn in the retail industry's side. It's an issue that affects every brand, and it can make the most in-demand fashion piece completely worthless. Micro-Pak LTD® adhesive antimicrobial stickers and PE sheets preserve, protect and prolong quality along supply chains.

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 TenActiv S21TX is an ultra-thin 21-gauge seamless knit cut resistant glove that fits and feels like a lightweight dress sock yet provides cut level A9 protection against extreme or high level cut hazards.

Based on their features, flashlights can have many different purposes that can make our lives and jobs easier and safer. Here at MDSassociates.com, we've taken the guesswork out of shopping for the right flashlight and offer a compiling assortment of Portwest® Industrial Flashlights to cater to your different activities and needs.

Large volumes of plastic enter the environment every year resulting as persistent mismanaged waste. Plastic pollution is one of the most pressing and critical environmental issues facing the planet and it is an environmental, wildlife, climate, human health and social justice issue that impact everything including the water we drink and the food we consume. Learn more about this toxic hazard and how companies are diverting plastic from landfill!

Ensuring that your crew is equipped with the proper personal protection can help get the job done efficiently and most importantly, safely. Advancements in manufacturing and materials have introduced cutting edge cut-resistant PPE that protect vital body areas prone to extreme cut injuries.

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. Critical environment gloves are uniquely designed to provide hand protection, while simultaneously protecting the processes, equipment and/or product you are handling as well.

The Sure Knit™ S13SXBHZ work glove from Superior Glove® is an ultra-tough, waterproof ANSI cut level A6 high cut glove that provides significant protection from everything from hook points to fillet knives to sharp fish parts and wet ropes.

If you're shopping for extreme cut protection glove then learn more about Superior Glove's newest innovation in hand protection. When you slide this glove on the hand, it will be unlike any other cut-resistant glove you've worn! At only 3.65mm thickness, the TenActiv™ S21TXUFN is as thin as some critical cleanroom coated knit gloves, but this palm coated seamless knit work safety glove provides ANSI A9 protection (the highest rated level of cut resistance) for the entire hand against extreme cut hazards in the workplace.

Versatile and suitable for traveling, general everyday use or the construction job site, the Portwest® B955 industrial backpack is loaded with storage options and robustly constructed with strong materials while the hi-visibility yellow color and segmented retro- reflective accents really stand out. Perfect for recreation, work or school! Shop now.

Growing in popularity is the use of the color pink during the month of October. From sporting events to patient exams, the color pink expresses moral support for cancer patients. Many organizations show support by donning pink work apparel.

There's no more powerful tool to selling than cleanliness! Present a pristine product and show customers you care. Disposable surface barrier products help safeguard against cross contamination and elevate infection control levels easily, quickly and affordably. If you're searching for an affordable solution to grabbing public door handles, check out these Elasticover™ 9-inch x 9-inch polyethylene surface barrier skins!