Mechanix Wear is on a mission to protect miners while boosting long-term savings and sustainability for Australia’s mines.
Investing in high-quality personal protective equipment (PPE) is one of the most essential aspects of keeping workers safe. Quality PPE like the gloves offered by Mechanix Wear allows workers to get on with the job. Each pair is crafted to stand up to the test of harsh conditions while maintaining integrity and staying comfortable, promoting all-day wear.
Mechanix Wear prides itself on its acute understanding of the hazards workers face.
“Our gloves provide superior protection against cuts and impacts, two of the most common hand injuries in the mining and industrial sectors,” Mechanix Wear told Safe to Work.
“The size range, from XXS to XXXL, ensures a perfect fit for every worker, enhancing comfort and reducing the likelihood of gloves being removed during critical tasks.”
But protecting hands is only part of Mechanix Wear’s mission. The company is equally committed to protecting the planet.
By working with Mechanix Wear, customers can take advantage of the company’s comprehensive waste management solutions. Mechanix Wear assists its customers in setting up recycling programs, provides guidance on proper disposal, and offers take-back programs to ensure gloves are recycled efficiently.
This proactive approach to waste management helps Mechanix Wear customers reduce their environmental impact and aligns with broader corporate sustainability goals.
“Our Speedknit Eco gloves are made from recycled materials and are fully recyclable through Upparel at the end of their lifecycle,” the company said. “This 360° approach to sustainability means that every glove we produce not only provides top-notch protection but also contributes to a healthier environment.
“This is a key differentiator for Mechanix Wear. While some focus on biodegradability – which doesn’t prevent products from ending up in landfills and lacks auditability – Mechanix Wear takes a different approach.
“Our strategy focuses on completely eliminating gloves from ending up in landfills, ensuring a process that is 100 per cent auditable.
“By choosing Mechanix Wear, companies can ensure they are reducing their environmental impact while maintaining the highest standards of worker safety.”
As part of its commitment to environmental responsibility, Mechanix Wear carries the Global Recycling Standard logo, verifying that its products are made from recycled materials and its manufacturing processes meet stringent environmental and social criteria.
“To ensure you are working with genuinely sustainable products, always look for the Global Recycling Standard logo and request to see certification documents,” the company said.
“Mechanix Wear provides these certifications, giving you confidence that our claims are backed by rigorous standards.”
Mechanix Wear offers a comprehensive solution for companies in the mining and industrial sectors looking to enhance safety and sustainability.
By choosing Mechanix Wear, companies are on track to achieve significant cost savings through reduced consumption of PPE and lower logistics costs.
The ultimate goal of any PPE company is to ensure workers can perform their tasks safely and efficiently, and Mechanix Wear is confident its gloves provide “unparalleled” protection and comfort. Its approach to PPE combines hand protection with a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
Mechanix Wear gloves are designed reduce consumption and waste, and are backed by reputable certifications and comprehensive waste-management solutions.
“Protecting hands and the planet is not just a slogan for us; it’s a core part of our mission,” Mechanix Wear said.
“By choosing Mechanix Wear, companies can be confident they are making a responsible and sustainable choice that benefits both their workers and the environment.”
This feature also appears in the September-October issue of Safe to Work.