A lot of the things around us are created thanks to the skillful work of the welder. Bridges and metal fences, connections in cars, elements in buildings, arches supporting chic weaving roses are the results of their work. They can be performed only at high temperatures, leading to melting of the material. Boiling under the welder's tool, the metal scatters around a lot of fiery spray. A beam of hot sparks is ejected from under the electrodes of his apparatus in contact with the surface of the material. They carry the danger of burning and injuring a person. This is one of the occupational risks. As measures providing protection, gaiters of the welder are used.
What are leggings?
In order to prevent occupational injuries , various protective devices are used. These include welder's gaiters, which are elongated cuffs superimposed on the shoulder and forearm, front of the leg. At the same time, there are shortened models, but there are elongated ones covering the leg from the foot to the hip joint and above, or from the fingers of the glove to the collar zone. This cuff has a rigid shape and is made from a non-combustible composition that can withstand the mechanical impact of a sharp object and prevent a cut.
Welder's gaiters must be durable and not subject to rapid abrasion, do not ignite from sparks, and do not melt when hot spray gets on them, melted during metal processing. A high-quality product should be firmly fixed on the body, but at the same time not squeeze it so that blood circulation is not disturbed. Structurally, they are performed in such a way that they are simple and easy to attach to the limbs, and if necessary, with a light movement to throw off.
Leather split gaiters
To enhance the protective properties using material from genuine leather obtained by special processing. Spilk welder's gaiters are made from it, which acquire the following properties.
Firstly, they become tear-resistant, are not pierced by pointed objects, and are not cut by a knife blade or metal fragments.
Secondly, welder split leggings have high fire-resistant properties, are also resistant to moisture and do not get wet in the rain and wet snow.
Thirdly, they have increased strength. A special type of processing and tanning of the skin gives them qualities that determine a long service life.
Of course, the price will be higher for these high-quality welder's gaiters than for simple mittens that do not have split gaskets, but safety and reliability are worth it.
What to look for when choosing?
The accuracy of the product is always a testament to its quality. Therefore, when considering a welder's gaiters in a store, pay attention to the quality of tailoring. If the seams on them are uneven and threads stick out from them, then most likely this option is not worth attention. If they have a split, it is important that it is evenly distributed throughout the product, and its density is satisfactory.
In the market there are gaiters of the welder with or without insulation. Fur and jersey pads provide protection against the cold. For work in the summer, it is better to choose gaiters having the inside of their cotton, which has heat-shielding properties.