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SW Technologies

SW® invests in manufacturing, glove performance, and hand health technologies to provide premium products that protect and enhance worker performance.

MANUFACTURING – SW has focused on developing new manufacturing technologies to drive category innovation and improve worker performance.

HAND HEALTH – SW proprietary technologies that improve hand health and counter the effects associated with wearing hand protection.

GLOVE PERFORMANCE – SW has developed a number of new technologies that have transformed the single-use glove category – from simply protecting hands to enhancing comfort, enabling better performance, to protecting the environment.

EnerGel®

Hydrates and rejuvenates hands for all-day comfort. New patented additive clinically proven to improve hand health.

pH Natural®

Actively maintains skin pH at natural levels to reduce skin issues. Proprietary coating helps keep pH levels at 5.5, reducing microbial growth.

Dry Core®

Naturally pulls sweat away from the skin for healthier hands. Moisture-wicking system makes for a dry, comfortable environment.

DriTek®

Moisture-wicking flock-lined system for drier, cooler, more comfortable hands. Naturally manages sweat for healthier hands and easy donning and doffing.

EcoTek®

Available in many popular PowerForm®, TrueForm®, and MegaMan® single-use styles, EcoTek is SW’s patented, environmentally sustainable nitrile glove formula. EcoTek is manufactured sustainably and rigorously tested per the ASTM D5526 standard*. EcoTek is useful for all glove users and industries as it reduces emissions when incinerated.

TracTek®

Proprietary matrixed pattern that provides dramatic control. Designed for maximum surface-to-surface contact, providing enhanced grip in all conditions.

Breach Alert®

Dual color, 2-ply construction technology provides immediate visual breach detection. Two distinct polymer layers add durability and dramatically improve safety.

AxiFybr®

Proprietary molecularly-engineered yarn that dramatically enhances cut resistance. Provides the highest level cut protection with high glove comfort and dexterity.