Q: I need a "Cut Proof" glove, are your gloves "Cut Proof"?
A: NO GLOVE IS CUT PROOF! Even metal mesh. We offer gloves that are designed specifically for the restaurant / food service and food processing industries which are highly cut resistant. These gloves offer the highest level of comfort, dexterity, touch sensitivity and cut resistance. When the proper glove is matched to the application, and the gloves are worn as directed, CUTS WILL STOP! We offer several Spectra® and Spectra® / stainless steel wire core gloves as well as stainless steel metal mesh gloves to match most restaurant / food service and food processing applications.

Q: How do I know which glove is right for my application?
A: NO ONE GLOVE IS RIGHT FOR ALL APPLICATIONS! With over 30 years of experience in manufacturing and selling cut resistant gloves, we are able to offer suggestions based on experience. For Example: If your operations include food preparation and light trimming or portioning only, you will be able to use a lighter Spectra® knit glove with the highest level of dexterity, fit, touch sensitivity and comfort. If your operations include food preparation and some portioning, or your operations have a higher degree of risk and you feel that you would like a little extra cut resistance, then a medium weight Spectra® or a medium weight Spectra® and stainless steel wire core glove is the recommended choice. Either of these gloves offer the maximum cut resistance while still providing excellent fit, dexterity, touch sensitivity and comfort. In food processing and slaughterhouse operations, where dexterity, fit and touch sensitivity are not a critical issue, and where the maximum level of cut resistance and puncture resistance is required, metal mesh is the preferred glove. All gloves should be thoroughly tested in your specific application to assure proper glove selection. For specific recommendations and to set up a workplace test, please call us.

Q: How long will the gloves last?
A: Glove life depends on several factors. First and perhaps the most important factor in extending glove life, is KEEPING THE GLOVES CLEAN. The gloves should be washed as often as possible in a washing machine, dishwasher, or sink. Disposable over-gloves will also extend the life of the gloves. Secondly is the FIT: Gloves should be snug but not tight. Fingers should extend all the way to the tip with no fabric left over. Remember these gloves are a knit product, they will stretch to fit. If a glove is too big to start with, it will always be too big. Fingers that are too long, in all likelihood, will be cut and worn out before any other part of the gloves. The third factor is: APPLICATION. The more abrasive or abusive the application is, the shorter the life of the glove. Much like a pair of shoes worn only indoors and on carpeted surfaces will last longer than a pair of shoes worn outside on pavement.

Q: Should cut-resistant gloves be used for protection against cuts from powered/mechanical equipment like powered saws and drills?
A: NEVER! All manufacturers of cut-resistant gloves will not suggest the use of knitted cut-resistant gloves for protection against powered devices. Gloves are typically tested for use with non-powered blades and sharps only. The use of a glove with powered equipment could potentially harm an individual. If the moving blade catches the glove, it could result in a person’s hand being pulled into the moving machinery. Moving machine parts have the potential for causing severe workplace injuries, such as crushed fingers or hands, amputations, burns, or blindness. Safeguards are essential for protecting workers from these needless and preventable injuries. Any machine part, function, or process that may cause injury must be safeguarded, especially when the operation of a machine or accidental contact with it can injure the operator or others in the vicinity. These hazards must be either eliminated or controlled.

Q: How do I know what size glove I should wear and does it really matter?
A: Yes, size does matter! Correct sizing is very important not only for comfort, dexterity and touch sensitivity, but for greater efficiency and productivity. A correctly sized glove will last considerably longer than a glove that is too large. Gloves should fit snuggly but not tight, with the fingers all the way to the end of the glove. The glove fingers should be slightly short, as the glove will stretch to fit as it is worn. Gloves with fingers too long will have a tendency to get the fingertips cut because the user is not able to feel that the knife is hitting (trapping) the fingertips as they work. Trapping a fingertip that is too long will result in the gloves wearing out prematurely. For proper fit and sizing, please see our sizing chart located in the hand sizing chart tab.

Q: "Do you have HACCP Color coded gloves available and why should I be using them”
A: Yes. We manufacture all our Spectra® Spectra Guard™ glove styles in the recognized HACCP colors. Available in light, medium & heavy weight glove styles in the following colors: RED (Meat), BLUE (Fish), YELLOW (Chicken, Turkey), GREEN (Vegetables), BROWN (Bakery, Breads). Gray and white are also available. Using HACCP color coded gloves will help prevent “Cross Contamination”. Easy identification prevents accidental handling of cooked and uncooked foods or uncooked meats and other food items. All Double D Knitting and Glove Inc., Spectra® and Spectra® /stainless steel wire core gloves, contain DoubleGuard™ Antimicrobial Protection, as an added level of protection in safe food handling and preparation.

Q: Do I need to wear a disposable over-glove?
A: You should! A disposable over-glove should be worn to add additional protection from “cross-contamination”. In addition, the wearing of a disposable over-glove will keep the glove cleaner and allow the user to change operations without necessitating the washing or changing of the cut resistant glove. In addition, wearing an over-glove has shown a 20% increase in glove life because the gloves stay cleaner for longer time periods.

Q: Can your gloves be washed?
A: Yes! All Double “D” Knitting and Glove Inc., Spectra® and Spectra® -/stainless steel wire core gloves are easily washed. All our gloves are machine washable, dishwasher and dryer safe. All gloves are safe in all sanitizers and are bleach safe. (Bleach is not to be used around any area where food is being prepared) Gloves can be safely and easily washed by hand in a standard or 3 compartment sink. All knitted Double “D” Knitting and Glove Inc., Spectra® and Spectra® /stainless steel wire core gloves contain DoubleGuard™ Antimicrobial Protection that will last for the life of the glove. Washing will not affect the performance of the antimicrobial protection.

Q: Do I need a glove for each hand?
A: NO! Generally, cut resistant gloves are worn opposite the knife or other potentially dangerous utensils. However, when changing or cleaning slicer blades, 2 gloves are always recommended to prevent any injuries. All our gloves are ambidextrous and can be worn on either hand.

Q: Why do I want or need antimicrobial protection in my cut resistant gloves?
A: Double “D” Knitting & Glove Inc. believe any glove that is to be used in or around food should have an antimicrobial agent in every cut resistant glove. This is particularly important in restaurant / food service settings where proper cleaning of gloves always presents a problem. We recommend always using the recommended washing procedure. DoubleGuard™ Antimicrobial offers an additional level of protection that lasts the life of the glove. DoubleGuard™ antimicrobial agents can prevent, reduce & eliminate bacterial growth on the surfaces of the gloves.

Q: Do cut-resistant gloves offer good puncture resistance?
A: NO! Cut resistant gloves made of Spectra® are a knitted product. The gloves are manufactured to provide protection from cuts and lacerations from sharp items like knives and slicing blades. These gloves will provide very little, if any, puncture-resistance from a pointed item like a knife tip, needle or other sharp pointed objects. If needle puncture protection is needed contact us for the proper glove for your application.

Q: How long will DoubleGuard™ Antimicrobial protection last?
A: DoubleGuard™ antimicrobial protection will last for the life of the glove. Unlike almost all other antimicrobials that are available in cut resistant gloves, DoubleGuard™ is extruded into the polyester. Other types of antimicrobials loose their strength after as little as a single washing. DoubleGuard™ is NOT a topical treatment and will not wash out. DoubleGuard™ is safe for all washing operations and is bleach and sanitizer safe.

Please Note: The information contained in this guide is intended for general information purposes only. This information is not a substitute for review of the applicable government regulations and standards, and should not be construed as legal advice or opinion. Readers with specific questions should refer to the cited regulation, the glove manufacturer or consult with an attorney.