Cut-Resistant Glove Levels Explained: A vs F (Which Portwest Glove You Need)
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Quick answer: Cut-resistant work gloves are rated under EN 388:2016+A1:2018, shown as four numbers plus a letter (e.g. "4X44F"): abrasion, circular-blade cut, tear, and puncture resistance as numbers, then a straight-blade cut rating from A (lowest) to F (highest). The letter is the one that actually matters for cut protection — general handling and...
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Safety Boot Classes Explained: S1 vs S1P vs S2 vs S3 (Which Rating You Need)
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Quick answer: Safety boot codes like S1, S1P, S2, S3 and S5 come from EN ISO 20345 (the standard Portwest's Australian footwear is tested against, alongside AS 2210.3): each class adds specific protection on top of the last — a steel toecap alone is S1, add a penetration-resistant midsole for S1P, add a water-resistant...
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Portwest Workwear in Australia: Ranges, Compliance & Which One You Need
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Quick answer: Portwest is a global PPE and workwear manufacturer (family-owned since 1904, sold in 130+ countries) that Galaxy Apparel Australia stocks across five ranges: hi-vis, flame-resistant (Bizflame), general PPE, gloves, and safety footwear — plus Huski, Portwest's Australian-designed hi-vis and workwear line. Which range you need depends on the hazard: AS/NZS 4602.1-rated hi-vis...
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