Low shoes, high shoes and boots
Low Herock safety shoes leave the ankle freer. In high safety footwear, the upper extends further up, and the range also includes safety boots. A higher shaft does not automatically make a shoe waterproof; the construction of the whole model matters.
Textile, leather and a waterproof membrane
Textile and leather come in different constructions. Alongside knitted flyknit textile, there are models with water-repellent ripstop textile or leather. A mesh lining is a different choice from a synthetic fur lining, which is used in safety boots among other styles.
For work in wet conditions, there are models with a HYDROSHIELD membrane, such as Heron and Icarus. A water-repellent upper material is not the same as this waterproof membrane construction. The model's construction remains decisive for the required safety class and additional markings; our explanation of safety footwear standards explains these designations.
Different layers under your foot
Some Herock models have a composite protective toe cap and a metal-free penetration-resistant layer. The footbed, that protective layer and the outsole each have their own function. The range includes PU/PU soles and constructions with EVA and rubber. In models with COMFORTSTEP, the footbed supports the arch and heel; SAFESTEP is the metal-free penetration-resistant layer. You can find a detailed explanation of these components in the sole construction of Herock work footwear.
Garden boots and shoes as a separate category
For jobs in the garden and around the house, there are Herock garden boots and shoes, including low PVC garden shoes and knee-high boots. This group is separate from safety footwear: a garden shoe does not replace the safety footwear your workplace requires.
