Feet are just as different as fingerprints and there is no universal model that fits all. Manufacturers focus on various details, but particularly on comfort, shock absorption, functionality and breathability. On the next pages you will find footwear from a number of the best European manufacturers such as Steitz Secura, FTG, Cofra, Base, Dunlop, etc. You will experience the results of the latest research in the field. Safety footwear in 13 different sizes and 4 different widths. Replaceable insoles that can be adapted to your body weight. Shock absorption in both heel and forefoot. Use of advanced mebranes like Gore-Tex®, UltraRespiro®, Thinsulate® and DRI-plus, all designed to provide the optimal conditions for your feet. Add insoles from Scholl® if you should wish for even more comfort. You will be sure to find a model that suits your needs and work situation.
CATEGORY OVERVIEW | |
SB category | Basic requirements |
S1 category | SB + antistatic properties + shock absorbing heels + closed stiffener |
S1P category | S1 + puncture resistance |
S2 category | S1 + water-repellent |
S3 category | S2 + puncture resistance + deep wear pattern |
S4 category | Rubber and polymer footwear for indoor/outdoor use, with comfort. Complies with S1 demands. |
S5 category | Rubber and polymer footwear, especially for the construction industry, with comfort. Complies with S4 demands. + puncture resistance + deep wear pattern |
SYMBOL | KATEGORI | SB | S1 | S1P | S2 | S3 | S4 | S5 |
S | Protective steel cap, 200 joule/pressure12 kN | • | • | • | • | • | • | • |
- | Closed stiffener | • | • | • | • | • | • | |
A | Antistatic 0.1-1000 M Ω | • | • | • | • | • | • | |
E | Shock-absorbing heels, min. 20 joule | • | • | • | • | • | • | |
WRU | Water resistant | • | • | • | • | |||
P | Puncture resistance 1100 N | • | • | • | ||||
- | Deep wear pattern in outer sole | • | • | |||||
- | Rubber and polymer footwear | • | • | |||||
SRA | The shoe has undergone anti-skid testing on a ceramic surface with SLS (Natrium lauryl sulphate) solution. | |||||||
SRB | The shoe has undergone anti-skid testing on a glycerol steel plate. | |||||||
SRC | The shoe has been tested according to both methods above (SRA + SRB). | |||||||
HI | Heat insulation | |||||||
HRO | The shoes have been tested and certified for contact heat of up to 300°C degrees Celsius. | |||||||
CI | Cold insulation. |