Cut-Resistant Apparel
In industries where cut hazards are a daily reality, protecting the hands is essential, but stopping at the wrist leaves workers vulnerable. That’s where cut-resistant apparel comes in.
Whether it’s a sharp sheet edge on the forearm or a surprise snag near the shoulder, cuts can—and often do—happen beyond the hands. Understanding where cut resistant apparel fits into a complete safety strategy can help reduce injury risk and improve PPE compliance across the board.
The Importance of Cut-Resistant Apparel
It’s easy to think of hand protection in isolation, but workers frequently engage with materials or tools that make contact with other parts of the body.
- Handling sharp objects where forearms or torso can scrape or slice.
- Working in confined spaces, overhead, or tight areas where workers brace or shift awkwardly, sleeves or shirts may brush against sharp edges.
- Situations where an accidental slip or bump can contact arms, shoulders, or chest, not just hands.
Since cuts can happen anywhere (not just to hands) many industries depend on cut-resistant clothing, such as:
- Metal fabrication
- Glass manufacturing and handling
- Automotive assembly
- Aerospace
- Recycling and waste management
But protection against cut hazards alone isn’t enough. Workers need cut resistant apparel that provides protection without limiting mobility, increasing heat stress, or reducing task efficiency. That’s where design and material selection become critical. And that’s why, at Superior Glove we offer customizable cut-resistant apparel that meets the specific demands of real work conditions.
Superior® Top Layers: Customized Cut-Resistant Apparel
Made with TenActiv™ engineered yarn, our customizable cut-resistant clothing provides ANSI-rated protection for the upper body, covering the torso and arms from neck to waist without sacrificing comfort or freedom of movement. Key customizable options include:
Customize specific areas for cut resistance, from collar to arms to torso areas, ensuring targeted safety where your workers need it most.
Select high-visibility materials and reflective stripes to keep workers seen in low-light environments.
Add breathable mesh to the back or other areas for airflow and comfort that keeps workers cool and encourages compliance.
Superior® Top Layers can also be tailored with additional features such as different collar styles, thumb loops, pockets, closure types, and zip-up or pullover designs, allowing you to design cut-resistant clothing that aligns with your specific workplace needs.
