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Which Safety Toe Is Right For You?

October 20, 2018UncategorizedBy admin

Boots are an important part of your work gear because protecting your feet is vital. The wide range of boots on the market, however, can sometimes be confusing. Which boots are best suited for the work you need to do? Is there a difference in how well they protect your feet?

  • Steel toe boots used to be the only option for protective footwear. These boots, as the name implies, have steel toe caps inserted as they’re being constructed. Manufactured since the 1930s, steel toe boots offer maximum protection against all sorts of dangers, whether things falling from above or piercing from below.
  • Composite toes are quickly outpacing steel toes in popularity. The safety toes in these boots are made from non-metal materials like Kevlar, carbon fiber, plastic, or fiberglass. If your job requires you to pass through metal detectors, these boots offer an edge. They’re also lighter than steel and more comfortable when working outdoors because they don’t conduct heat like safety toes made of metal. Composite toe boots don’t conduct electricity, so they’re perfect for electricians and other people who work with live wires.
  • Alloy toe boots have the advantage of being lightweight. Made from materials like aluminum or titanium, they allow workers to move around freely and more quickly. They’re not quite as strong as steel, so if your job requires protection from severe compression or impacts, alloy toe boots might not be tough enough. However, if your job isn’t putting you at risk for major hazards, and you’d like to be able to move around easily and comfortably, alloy may be the way to go.

When shopping for work boots, you can trust Work-n-Wear to help you find exactly what you need. At Work-n-Wear, we pride ourselves on our competitive pricing and extensive inventory. Family owned and operated, we have been equipping customers in Salem, Oregon for work for over 20 years. Stop by and check out our huge selection of workwear, or learn more about all we have to offer by calling 503.364.3064 or contacting us through the website.

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