U‑Power's lightest safety shoes? Red Leve!

Over the years, many workers may develop occupational musculoskeletal diseases that can impair certain neuro-muscular functions.

How to overcome these work-related risks-what can we do?

We discuss this with Michele Montagna: Kinesiologist and posturologist, Lecturer in Exercise Science, Lecturer in Ergonomics, Prevention and Treatment of Musculoskeletal Disorders at Work; Certified Occupational Health and Safety Trainer.

Safety shoes are a crucial personal protective equipment for worker's peace of mind, and today, safety shoes are able to meet the different needs of consumers thanks to the introduction of innovative high-performance technologies that can meet different needs.

The weight - compared to traditional footwear - has also lightened over time but, in recent years, the introduction of new extra light materials has made it possible to further lighten the weight of safety shoes, while maintaining all the safety features required by the European Regulation/standard.

Let's look together at the advantages of ultralight safety shoes.

1. SUPERLIGHT SAFETY SHOES: ADVANTAGES FOR OUR BODY




2. INNOVATIVE MATERIALS FOR ULTRA-LIGHT WORK SHOES




3. RED LEVE: THE LIGHTEST U-POWER SHOES EVER

Let's discover all the advantages of red leve!

SUPER LIGHTWEIGHT SAFETY SHOES: THE ADVANTAGES FOR OUR BODY

Some professions, because of the type of work they do - such as, for example, the warehouse worker, bricklayer or other on the construction site, worker in the workshop or assembly line - is at greater risk than other categories of workers of developing occupational musculoskeletal diseases that can, over time, impair certain neuro-muscular functions, such as:

• Reduction in strength and endurance;




• Alteration of tone and trophism;




• Dysfunction of major kinetic chains.

Work shoes that are lighter-in the sense of overall footwear weight-can help prevent potential risk factors in the short, medium, and long term by positively intervening in worker health.

Specifically, lighter safety shoes make it easier to move and provide greater freedom of movement, creating less friction on feet and legs during activities and when moving around.

This also means caloric savings and more energy, which benefits the body and responsiveness after the workday is over.

But safety must be guaranteed, and "lightened" work shoes must meet all the standards set by the European Regulations/standards according to the relevant safety rating.

It is with the aim of responding to these kinds of needs that the new RED LEVE line of safety shoes was born , a range/assortment full of models using innovative high-performance materials that guarantee safety, comfort, durability, style and design.

But what are the innovative materials that have made it possible to reduce the weight of the footwear?

U-Power used a new generation PU compound for the sole and tread, the new extra light Puncture resistance system Save & Flex Air, and the new U-Power Original polyurethane material insole, which is lighter than the traditional insole.

This innovative technological mix facilitates and enables:

• Lighter stride;




• Greater agility in leg movements;




• A more flexible spine.

In essence, the musculoskeletal system will be less stressed and benefit systemically.

INNOVATIVE MATERIALS FOR ULTRA-LIGHT WORK SHOES

The RED LEVE range/assortment is distinguished, at first glance, by its sole, marked halfway along its back length by special grooves.

The geometry of these grooves has been carefully designed to reduce the mechanical conflict of resistance to the ground when subjected to body weight during use.

This means having a more resilient, lightweight and comfortable sole, while preserving all of the individual protection features.

The ergonomic properties ofRED LEVE safety shoes can be traced to the ultralight PU polymers of the sole and tread.
The polymer used is able to dissipate not only kinematic stress, but also to return an energy component capable of sensitizing the neuro-muscular system.

These features are, then, enhanced by the presence of the new U-Power Original polyurethane light insole that distributes weight over the entire sole of the foot and the heel, which is supported-in its anatomical position-particularly during load handling.

In short, at U-Power, safety always starts with materials and design, and the RED LEVE range/assortment offers styles to suit every need: high-top and low-top safety shoes, winter and summer safety shoes, with breathable and lightweight uppers or more protective and water-repellent ones.

15 styles all to discover!

RED LEVE: THE LIGHTEST U-POWER SHOES EVER

New extra light materials for super light safety shoes, but with the safety of all time!

You can choose from S1P SRC ES D class styles to S3 SRC CI ESD shoes in the confidence that you're getting high-performance safety footwear with Airtoe® Aluminium toe cap to protect the toe and the new Save & Flex Air Puncture resistance system that protects you from nails and splinters.

Ultra-breathable, air-tunnel WingTex lining provides the ideal microclimate, dispersing excess moisture and warding off blisters and skin injuries that would compromise:

• Posture;




• Movement;




• Health.

In addition, you can choose from a variety of uppers: from the cooler Airnet® of the TONY style, ideal for summer, to models with highly abrasion-resistant Putek® Star uppers such as the matt or JOE styles. Or, you can choose shoes with breathable nylon uppers, such as MIKE, or soft microfiber uppers such as PARKER.

Either way, whichever style you prefer, you will find that you have extremely lightweight footwear on your feet that will help you work better and safely.

Comparing the characteristics of RED LEVE shoes, from tests conducted by Dr. Michele Montagna, we can state that the habitual use of cutting-edge technologies for work shoes and workwear can exponentially reduce potential risk factors in the short, medium and long term and improve workers' health.

Walking with suppleness and safety - lightly - is now possible!

Chooseresponsibly, choose RED LEVE!

DON'T WORRY...BE HAPPY, WITH U-POWER