How to choose the right work shoes for your job

It's easy to say work shoes, but which safety shoes are best suited to your profession and work environment?

The European Regulation/standard gives very precise indications on the use of personal protective equipment and the protections provided for safety shoes in different work contexts.

What are the parameters to consider to determine the correct safety rating to use?

Safety shoes are personal protective equipment that must protect the worker while performing his or her duties. The more dangerous one's task, the more the footwear must meet precise parameters of protection.

Thus, presence of chemicals, electric current, humidity, intense heat, heavy loads are determining parameters for determining the safety rating needed for the work shoes to be used.

1. ARE YOU A MASON, PLUMBER, CARPENTER? CHOOSE WORK SHOES WITH REINFORCED TOE!




2. ARE YOU A CRAFTSMAN? ARE YOU A CARPENTER, AN ELECTRICIAN? HERE IS THE U-POWER PROPOSAL OF ELECTRICIAN SAFETY SHOES AND CARPENTER AND CRAFTSMAN SHOES




3. DO YOU WORK WITH A WELDING MACHINE? CHOOSE THE QUALITY AND PROTECTION OF THE U-POWER AIRTOE SHOE!




4. ARE YOU A METAL CUTTER? PROTECT YOURSELF FROM HAZARDOUS DUST WITH S3 PROTECTIVE SHOES




5. ARE YOU AN ASSEMBLY WORKER? DO YOU WORK AS A FACTORY WORKER? CHOOSE S1 OR S1P SAFETY SHOES




6. DO YOU WORK IN A MACHINE SHOP? U-POWER OFFERS RED CARPET: THE COMFORTABLE AND LIGHTWEIGHT MACHINE SHOP FOOTWEAR

Let's try to shed some light on the scope of the regulations/standards in the most practical way possible.

ARE YOU A BRICKLAYER, PLUMBER, CARPENTER? CHOOSE WORK SHOES WITH REINFORCED TOE!

The right work shoes for you are the ones classified in S3 safety standard with water-repellent upper, anti-crush toe protection, oil and hydrocarbon resistant non-slip sole, shock absorption in the heel area and anti-puncture footbed.

Try yoda from our red lion range/assortment !

Low, lightweight and comfortable, with uppers made of natural tumbled nubuck leather. Thanks to its sole with exclusive and innovative Infinergy® system, these low-top safety shoes with toe cap give you back more than 55% of energy with every step. The toe cap is made of Airtoe Aluminium with a breathable membrane, while puncture protection is provided by the Save & Flex PLUS footbed made of totally "metal free" material. S3 CI SRC safety standard

ARE YOU A CRAFTSMAN? ARE YOU A CARPENTER, ELECTRICIAN? HERE IS U-POWER'S OFFERING OF ELECTRICIAN SAFETY SHOES AND CARPENTER AND CRAFTSMAN SHOES

Carpentersand craftsmen often have to bend and take uncomfortable positions while working and need flexible, high-performance shoes.

For those who work indoors, we recommend a safety shoe in S1P SRC safety standard, such as Point from the Red Lion range/assortment.

A low, lightweight, flexible shoe with ultra-breathable nylon upper, soft suede leather and lace-up closure. The technology is the most innovative and therefore:

• Over 55% energy return with each step thanks to the innovative Infinergy® system ;




• Airtoe Aluminiumtoe cap




• Wingtex breathable air tunnel lining to improve absorption of moisture caused by foot perspiration.

On the other hand, for those who also work outdoors, in environments that can be both dry and humid, we recommend an S3 protection standard, such as Prime - S3 SRC - also from the red lion range/assortment, which is low, lightweight, soft and comfortable with a Putek upper with high abrasion resistance, high breathability, lace-up closure and padded nylon gusset to ensure a high level of comfort in the fit. In addition to the exclusive Infinergy® technology, this style has a non-slip compact PU sole.

DO YOU WORK WITH A WELDING MACHINE? CHOOSE THE QUALITY AND PROTECTION OF THE U-POWER AIRTOE SHOE!

If you routinely use a welding machine, you will certainly need safety footwear that can protect you from sparks, without laces and that are resistant to any molten metal splashes.

The right shoe for your needs is footwear for high-risk environments, such as Bulls from the U-SPECIAL range/assortment in S3 HI HRO WG SRC safety standard. The upper is made of water-repellent, black-colored mine grain leather, while the toe cap is AirToe Composite with a breathable membrane. Anti-puncture protection is provided by an ergonomic steel lamina.

ARE YOU A METAL CUTTER? PROTECT YOURSELF FROM HAZARDOUS DUST WITH S3 PROTECTIVE SHOES

You definitely need a shoe that can protect you from hazardous dust, which is water-resistant and puncture-resistant. The degree of protection we suggest is S3.

The style we recommend is Merak from the Red Up range/assortment with a tumbled nubuck leather upper, breathable, water-repellent,Airtoe Aluminium toe cap , puncture protection, and a slip-resistant PU/PU outsole in S3 SRC ESD safety standard. In addition, thanks to the innovative HIGH REBOUND technology, this safety shoe is able to return more than 40% energy to the entire surface of your foot.

ARE YOU AN ASSEMBLY WORKER? DO YOU WORK AS A FRABBRIC WORKER? CHOOSE S1 OR S1P SAFETY SHOES

You work indoors, in an enclosed environment, and in this case, water resistance will not be a priority feature in your choice, but breathability certainly will be. The safety standard you need will be S1 or S1P.

Try Active Carpet, from the Red Carpet range/assortment, in S1P SRC ESD safety standard.

Fresh, modern range/assortment, made of ultra-breathable nylon and soft suede leather, with the revolutionary WingTex lining with special microcells that absorb and disperse moisture.
The non-slip sole is designed for those forced to work for many hours in an upright position. Constant use of Red-Carpet technology revitalizes affected areas under stress.

DO YOU WORK IN A MACHINE SHOP? U-POWER OFFERS RED CARPET: THE COMFORTABLE AND LIGHTWEIGHT MACHINE SHOP FOOTWEAR

You'll need a work shoes that is comfortable, has a non-slip sole and a dust- and water-resistant upper but is also flexible and high-performance.

Our suggestion is the Lift Carpet style from Red Carpet. A shoe with all the safety features of an S3 CI SRC ESD standard with a natural tumbled nubuck leather upper and lace-up closure with metal eyelets.Airtoe Aluminium toe cap with an ultralight aluminum breathable membrane and a memory foam footbed cover plus wrapping, anti-static, shock-absorbing gel that promotes internal breathability thanks to ventilation holes.

Choosing the shoe best suited to your actual needs is essential to be able to work at your best. Don't overlook the basic specifications, don't be guided only by "hearsay" or aesthetic sense. Inform yourself, reflect and choose the best available.

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