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You could be on your feet all day so comfortable footwear is very important.
You might require heavy duty protection, or just want a stylish pair of hardworking shoes. We'll have just what you need as no one in the UK offers a bigger selection of footwear than Arco to keep you safe and looking good.
A boot or shoe for every working environment, please select the category you wish to see more of.
Where possible, we have highlighted the slip rating scores of our footwear. Those with scores have been tested and conform to EN 13287 however, not all products have been tested therefore the product itself may not be marked. The testing is conducted in labatroy conditions and the suitability of the footwear will depend on the working environment.
| Slip Rating | Test Method | Test | Coefficient Friction Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| SRA | Footwear tested on ceramic tile floor with sodium lauryl solution. | Forward heel slip. Forward flat slip. |
Not less than 0.28. Not less than 0.32 |
| SRB | Footwear tested on steel floor with glycerol. | Forward heel slip. Forward flat slip. |
Not less than 0.13. Not less than 0.18 |
| SRC | Tested and conforms to both of the above methods. | Product meets all of the requirements of SRA & SRB | |
BS EN 345 or EN ISO 20345
Highest protection. Toecaps tested to 200 joule. Classification S.
Safety Basic 200 joule Protection
200 joule Toecap Protection. Closed seat region (fully enclosed heel). Anti-static properties. Energy absorption of seat region.
200 joule Toecap Protection. Closed seat region (fully enclosed heel). Anti-static properties. Energy absorption of seat region. Water penetration and water absorption resistance.
200 joule Toecap Protection. Closed seat region (fully enclosed heel). Anti-static properties. Energy absorption of seat region. Water penetration and water absorption resisitance. Plus penetration resistance. Cleated outsole.
200 joule Toecap Protection. All rubber or all polymeric footwear with anti-static properties. Energy absorption of seat region 
200 joule Toecap Protection. All rubber or all polymeric footwear with anti-static properties. Energy absorption of seat region. Plus penetration resistance. Cleated outsole. BS EN 346 or EN ISO 20346
Lower protection. Toecaps tested to 100 Joule. Classified as P.
Protective Basic 100 joule Protection.
100 joule Toecap Protection. Closed seat region (fully enclosed heel). Anti-static properties. Energy absorption of seat region.
200 joule Toecap Protection. Closed seat region (fully enclosed heel). Anti-static properties. Energy absorption of seat region. Plus water penetration and water absorption resistance.
100 joule Toecap Protection. Closed seat region (fully enclosed heel). Anti-static properties. Energy absorption of seat region. Water penetration and water absorption resisitance. Plus penetration resistance. Cleated outsole.Should these products offer some extra protective features then the appropriate symbol will be added i.e, a product that provides 200 joule impact protection, is anti-static and has a heat resistant outsole will be marked SB A HRO.
Penetration resistance offered by a Steel Midsole.
Conductive footwear.
Anti-static footwear.
Insulation against heat.
Insulation against cold. 
Energy absorption of seat region.
Water penetration and absorption resistance.
Resistance to hot contact up to 300°C.
Scientific studies consistently show that well over half of the population suffer from some form of orthopedic condition, which result in back, knee,a nkle and foot pain. Every year 2 million sick days are lost due to lower limb disorders causing significant discomfort to the individual and great expense to industry.
It is therefore a problem worth addressing, but it has not always been an easy one for businesses to get to grips with. After all, with back pain, where do you start? Well, according to safety products specialists uvex, the feet would be a great place.
The strategic aim of the uvex medicare system is to provide our customers with individually customised orthopedic solutions in conjunction with our range of safety footwear. The medicare range is designed to address many foot related medical conditions at a price business can afford.
What you need to do to get this service:
For more information on uvex medicare, visit www.arco.co.uk/medicare
*Conditions apply
We have a large selection of Men's Safety boots which range from the reliable rigger and chukka boots to popular brands such as Caterpillar, DeWALT, Dr Martens as well as many more.
Some of these brands are highlighted below.
Trojan - The original and still the best selling safety footwear
Wolverine - Exclusive to Arco. With 125 years of heritage, Wolverine footwear is already established as the best selling safety footwear brand in the USA. Now available in the UK & Ireland, experience the famous Wolverine comfort or get your money back with the 30 day comfort guarantee.
Element II - Totally waterproof, windproof, highly breathable and unbeatably durable - Total weather protection from Element II.
Timberland - Rugged and durable the Timberland PRO range is built for reliability, comfort and style.
CAT Footwear is inspired by hard work and driven by life in motion.
Dr Martins - There is no substitute for over a century of boot making experience where attention to detail is absolute, and ongoing research and development continues to push the boundaries of experience.
DeWALT is the leading manufacturer of industrial powertools & supplier of tool attachments, accessories & protective workwear.
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