PowerFlex® 80-658 comes into the prizes at Sicurtech Expo 2008 in Milan
The new PowerFlex® 80-658 glove is unique in providing superior cut resistance extending to the forearm and the knitwrist. That market first didn't escape the notice of the panel of trade professionals at Sicurtech Expo 2008, Italy's leading trade fair on health and safety at work, which took place in November 2008. During a ceremony at the exhibition, the glove was awarded the Safety Award in the category 'outstanding product innovation.'

Intended for high cut-risk work handling glass, metal, scrap waste and recycling, Ansell's PowerFlex® 80-658 is the first three quarter dipped glove with a cut resistance level of 5 to offer extra forearm and wrist protection. Through the addition of cotton, the skin is isolated from direct contact with the cut-resistant yarns, resulting in a glove that is softer and more comfortable to wear than many cut-resistant gloves. The knit liner retains its properties through washing and is highly resistant to abrasion.

Cutting-edge innovations
Thanks to these properties, the jury of the Security and Safety awards recognized the new PowerFlex® as one of the most advanced solutions for health and safety at work. Especially the extreme cut resistance and the extended forearm protection of the glove were acknowledged as cutting-edge innovations in the industry. “We are very honoured to receive this innovation award, which reinforces our position as a leading supplier of barrier protective solutions reducing occupational hazards and protecting personnel in the workplace,” said Marcel Willems, Ansell's Marketing Director Occupational Healthcare upon receiving the award.