Steel or plastic work shoe for men?
When you think of work shoes, you first think of work shoes with steel toes. Not everyone knows that a plastic nose can also provide the same protection against the impact of a falling object. In the past, to protect the toe of a shoe against an object of the same weight, a thicker layer of plastic was needed than steel, but nowadays this is no longer the case thanks to the most modern techniques. On the other hand, plastic is less sensitive to temperature differences than metal, which can be an advantage when working in a cold room or other relatively cold environment. Steel can cool down due to the cold. This could cause your employees to catch a cold and increase absenteeism due to illness.
Plastic is also used for the midsole found in some types of work shoes. This sole serves to prevent perforation from sharp materials. At first it may sound as if steel is more suitable for this, but the requirements placed on the midsoles are the same in both cases. A work shoe with a midsole is only provided with the safety standard S1P or S3 if sharp objects are stopped by the material with a force of at least 1100 N. Nowadays a plastic midsole has the same price as a steel one. A corresponding advantage is that a plastic toe and midsole makes it easier to pass through steel detection gates. A work shoe with a plastic midsole and toe cap is often perceived as more pleasant than a work shoe with a steel toe cap and midsole. The material from which these soles are made is more flexible and pliable than steel, making the shoes more comfortable.
S-standards for men's work shoes
Depending on the work carried out in your company, it may be necessary to wear work shoes with a certain safety standard. That is why we think it is important that you can easily see in our webshop which standards the shoes in our range meet. This is the only way to quickly know whether the work shoes you have in mind are really suitable for use in your company. For example, for some industries it is sufficient to wear work boots that meet only the essential basic requirements for protection against the impact of falling objects (SB), while some working conditions require the highest possible protection (S3). We are happy to explain to you what the difference between all these “safety classes” exactly means.
What do the different standards for men's work shoes mean?
The S in all these designations stands for “safety”. If the standard for a work shoe starts with this letter, you can at least assume that the shoe in question has a protective toecap. This nose is guaranteed to protect the wearer against the impact of a falling object weighing around 20 kilos. If a number follows the S, the work shoes have a closed heel and a shock-absorbing heel. In addition, all these models are antistatic. Does water also pose health risks in your company? Then purchase S2 or S3 work shoes, because the upper material of these shoes stops water. S1P and S3 work shoes also offer protection against perforation from sharp objects and they have a profiled outsole.
Order men's work shoes online
If you are looking for the best men's work shoes, then you have come to the right online store. We only sell shoes that guarantee the safety of your employees. Moreover, the brands in our range have proven that they stand for quality. In addition, the variety of models is great. Unishore Workwear offers many types of footwear, such as work boots for men and even safety shoes for men: these shoes offer optimal protection during the most diverse work activities and look modern. You can quickly order these products from us at an attractive price and because we deliver them to your home or work, ordering work shoes has never been easier.
Men's work shoes at Unishore Workwear
Unishore Workwear has been committed to a safe working environment for decades. So you can't just come to us for work shoes. Protective clothing and personal protective equipment can also be purchased in our online store. If desired, you can even have your company clothing printed or embroidered with your company logo. Whether you are a private individual or part of a large company: you will find what you need with us.