Stalwart Safety Blog
In this post, learn what cut levels really mean under ANSI/ISEA 105:2024, how cut testing works, and how to apply lab results to real-world glove selection.
A practical and comprehensive guide to choosing the right work gloves and PPE using ANSI, ASTM, and OSHA standards, with real-world tips for safer hand protection.
A practical guide to general purpose work gloves, covering materials, coatings, fit, and features to help choose the right gloves for everyday industrial tasks.
A practical guide to cut-resistant glove materials, comparing aramids, HPPE, steel, composites, and coatings to match protection with real-world safety hazards.
Learn what truly matters in cut-resistant gloves, including ANSI and EN 388 standards, materials, and how real-world performance goes beyond just cut levels.
It’s been nearly a decade since the ANSI/ISEA 105 standard got its much-needed overhaul in 2016. Back then, the big story was the move to a single test method and the introduction of the A1–A9 scale that actually made sense. Now, the 2024 update refines that system even further, tightening up definitions, improving consistency between labs, and addressing some nagging ambiguities around abrasion, puncture, and needle resistance. In short: it’s evolution, not revolution—but important evolution.
