Description
The Laatu fitter’s glove winter 1001W is a lined synthetic fitter’s glove with CE classification Cat I and it meets the basic requirements of the EN 420 standard. The glove is intended for installation and handling work in the cold season that needs an even grip, the thermal insulation of a fleece lining and good fingertip feel without a separate mechanical protection requirement.
The palm and the gripping surface of the fingers are smooth synthetic leather. Synthetic leather keeps its shape through repeated wetting and drying and needs no greasing or other leather care, so the properties of the glove stay the same throughout its life. The smooth surface gives an even grip on tools, fasteners and general cargo.
The back of the hand is fabric that is flexible and breathable. The fabric back lets moisture out from inside the glove and makes the construction lighter than an all-leather glove. The combined construction puts the hard-wearing material in the palm and the breathable material on the back of the hand.
Inside is a fleece lining that insulates as a thin layer. A thin lining keeps fingertip feel better than a thick pile lining, so handling small parts and fasteners is possible even in the cold. The Laatu fitter’s glove winter 1001W is available in several sizes; choose the right size from the size chart.
Laatu fitter’s glove winter 1001W, intended use and suitability:
The Laatu fitter’s glove winter 1001W is a low-risk protective glove (Cat I) intended for various installation tasks in cold conditions. The glove suits work where thermal insulation and an even grip matter more than a mechanical protection rating. When the work involves abrasion or impacts, use a mechanically rated glove such as the Laatu fitter’s glove 4131X, and for cut risks a cut-resistant glove such as the Laatu cut-resistant glove 4343FX Cut Super.
- Installation and assembly work in the cold: Handling fasteners, profiles and components, where the thin fleece lining keeps fingertip feel and the synthetic palm holds the grip.
- Construction work in winter: Moving building supplies and steel parts, where the synthetic palm withstands wear better than fabric.
- Maintenance and property management: Equipment maintenance, care of outdoor areas and repair work in cool and cold conditions.
- Logistics and outdoor storage: Handling pallets, boxes and lifting straps in a cold warehouse and outdoors, where the fabric back keeps the glove breathable.
- Agriculture and forestry: Handling equipment and loads, where warmth and a precise grip are needed at the same time and the glove gets wet and dries repeatedly.
Package contents:
- Laatu fitter’s glove winter synthetic with fleece lining, 1 pair
Laatu fitter’s glove winter 1001W features:
- Smooth synthetic leather palm: Gives an even grip and withstands wear in the palm area.
- No leather care: The synthetic palm needs no greasing and does not harden with repeated wetting and drying.
- Fabric back: The flexible, breathable back lets moisture out and makes the construction lighter.
- Fleece lining: The thin lining insulates and keeps fingertip feel.
- Soft feel: The smooth inner and outer surfaces reduce chafing during long use.
- Suitable for installation tasks: The construction is aimed at installation and handling work in the cold season.
- Variable product: Available in several sizes, so the fit can be chosen to suit the wearer.
Technical specifications:
- Product: Laatu fitter’s glove winter synthetic with fleece lining (manufacturer’s product name Laatuhanska Syntec PRO Talvi, model 1001W).
- CE classification: Cat I, EN 420.
- Protection class: Low-risk personal protective equipment; an EN 388 mechanical protection rating and an EN 511 cold protection rating are not part of this classification.
- Palm material: Synthetic leather, smooth surface.
- Back of hand material: Fabric.
- Lining: Fleece.
- Construction: Combined construction, flexible and breathable.
- Sizes: Available in several sizes (see variations).
- CE marking: Yes.
Laatu fitter’s glove winter 1001W instructions for use:
Inspect the glove visually before each use. Do not use the glove if the palm material is torn, seams have opened or the lining has come loose. Choose a size that fits closely without squeezing: a glove that is too tight restricts blood circulation and so also reduces thermal insulation, and one that is too loose weakens the grip.
Put the glove on a dry hand. In cold conditions the thermal insulation depends on a dry fleece lining, so change a wet glove for a dry one. After use, brush off loose dirt or wipe the palm with a damp cloth and let the glove dry at room temperature turned so that the lining can air; do not dry the glove on a radiator, with a fan heater or near an open fire. Store dry and protected from light. Replace the glove when the palm material is worn through or the lining has compressed.
Warnings:
- No protection against fire or heat: The Laatu fitter’s glove winter 1001W is not EN 407 classified and does not protect against fire, flames, sparks, hot surfaces or molten metal. Do not use the glove for welding, hot work, grilling or handling hot objects; the synthetic leather, fabric back and fleece lining can melt and cause burns.
- No mechanical protection rating: The glove is a Cat I protective glove that is not EN 388 tested. The glove does not protect against abrasion, cuts, punctures or impacts; for handling sharp objects, glass, sheet metal and blades, use an EN 388 classified glove.
- No cold protection rating: The glove has not been EN 511 tested, so there are no numerical limits under the standard for its cold protection. During prolonged work in freezing temperatures, take breaks and warm your hands.
- Not waterproof: The fabric back lets water through, and no waterproof construction is stated for the glove. The glove is not suitable for wet work, and a wet lining loses its thermal insulation.
- No chemical protection: The glove is not EN ISO 374 classified and must not be used for handling chemicals, solvents or oils.
- No protection against rotating machine parts: Do not use the glove near rotating blades or machine parts because of the risk of entanglement.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ):
What do the CE classification Cat I and EN 420 mean for the Laatu fitter’s glove winter 1001W?
Cat I is the class under the PPE Regulation for equipment that protects against minimal risks. EN 420 is the general standard for protective gloves, setting requirements for sizing, dexterity, harmlessness of materials and markings, among other things. Cat I classification does not include testing for mechanical protection (EN 388) or cold protection (EN 511).
What is the difference between a synthetic leather palm and a genuine leather palm?
Synthetic leather keeps its shape and softness through repeated wetting and drying and needs no greasing, whereas genuine leather hardens and cracks if it dries too fast. Genuine leather, on the other hand, withstands more abrasion and heat. If abrasion resistance and a mechanical protection rating are needed, an alternative is the coated knitted glove Laatu fitter’s glove 4131X.
Is the Laatu fitter’s glove winter 1001W waterproof?
No. The fabric back lets water through, and no waterproof construction is stated for the glove, so it is intended for dry and snowy conditions. For wet work, choose a winter glove with a waterproof synthetic outer surface.
Is a fleece lining enough for work in freezing temperatures?
A fleece lining is a thin type of lining that insulates and keeps fingertip feel. Severe frost and prolonged stationary work require a thicker pile or microfibre insulation; for mobile installation work a thin lining is better, because it does not weaken the grip.
Is the Laatu fitter’s glove winter 1001W suitable for using touchscreens?
No touchscreen feature is stated for this model. Gloves intended for touchscreen use are the Laatu fitter’s glove 3121X and the Laatu general-purpose glove 4121X.
Recycling instructions:
- Glove: The Laatu fitter’s glove winter 1001W is a combination of synthetic leather, fabric and fleece lining that cannot be separated by material. Put the glove in mixed waste or energy waste according to local waste management instructions.
- Packaging: Sort the hanger card into cardboard collection and any plastic bag into plastic collection.
