Experience better safety with cut protection you'll never want to take off

Introducing Ansell's Ultra-Lightweight Cut Protection Series:
Experience advanced and lightweight cut resistance solutions, designed to enhance safety and comfort.
Did You Know?
39%
of all work-related (non-fatal) injuries are linked to hand, wrist and fingers in the European Union.1

15%
Lacerations and open wounds accounts for 15% of all workplace injuries.2
- Eurostat
- Nimblefins.co.uk
Hand injuries like cuts and lacerations, regardless of severity, can take a toll on workers, causing physical pain and discomfort, financial stress from lost income, and even emotional strain. For businesses, these injuries often mean higher insurance costs, lower productivity, and a dip in team morale. Plus, if safety measures are lacking, it can damage the company's reputation.
50%
Without your pinky you would lose 50% of your hand strength.
Think of our hands as essential tools; it's important to protect, respect and care for them.
Ensuring adequate and right cut protection is not just about compliance; it is a crucial aspect of safeguarding workers' health and maintaining productivity.
That’s why Ansell offers HyFlex®, a comprehensive range of cut protection gloves that meets the highest safety standards, providing optimal cut protection, enhanced comfort and dexterity for various industries. All these qualities make Ansell’s HyFlex® cut protection gloves your workers will never want to take off.
The Right Cut Protection Safeguards Your Most Valuable Asset - Your Workers
In high-risk sectors such as automotive, metal fabrication, and machinery & equipment, the right cut protection is crucial. Each industry has unique hazards and requires tailored protective solutions to keep workers safe and maintain productivity. Here's a closer look at the specific considerations for cut protection in these three industries.

If you're in the automotive industry, your colleagues will often encounter sharp metal edges, tools, and machinery, posing a significant risk of hand injuries. Tasks involve handling small, intricate parts requiring precision and dexterity. Therefore, cut-resistant gloves with good grip, flexibility, and tactile sensitivity are essential. Additionally, oil-resistant coatings help maintain grip and protect against common lubricants in automotive environments.

In metal fabrication workplaces, your workers are regularly exposed to sharp metal sheets, tools, and heavy machinery, making them vulnerable to severe cuts and punctures. Handling large, heavy, and sharp materials requires heavy-duty gloves with high cut resistance and durability. These gloves should withstand the abrasive conditions. Reinforced fingertips and knuckle protection offer added safety, while a secure fit and breathable materials enhance comfort during prolonged use, ensuring continuous protection.

In this industry, your workers will need gloves with high cut resistance and impact protection. The gloves should shield against sharp components, moving parts, and accidental impacts. Reinforced palms and shock-absorbing materials offer extra protection against vibrations and stress injuries. Additionally, the gloves should balance protection and flexibility, allowing precise tool and machinery handling while keeping hands safe.
Now that you understand not all cut-protection gloves are created equal, you can explore Ansell's new HyFlex® series of ultra-lightweight cut-protection gloves, which are rigorously tested and designed using proprietary, innovative technology
Ansell's HyFlex® Ultra-Lightweight Cut Protection Series
No matter the types of cut risk, we've got it covered!
Most hand injuries occur due to inappropriate or absent safety gloves, often because traditional cut protection gloves are bulky, uncomfortably warm, and incompatible with touchscreen devices. To address these issues, we proudly introduce the HyFlex® Ultra-Lightweight Cut Protection Series. This new product line delivers:
- Enhanced cut protection: Designed using Next Generation single HPPE yarn and featuring INTERCEPT™ Cut Resistance Technology for superior cut resistance.
- Ultra-lightweight design: 20% lighter*, allowing for all-day comfort without sacrificing safety.
- Touchscreen compatibility: Ensures dexterity and tactile sensitivity, facilitating the use of touchscreen devices while keeping the gloves on.
- All-day comfort: Reduces the common discomforts of prolonged glove wear. No matter the types of cut risk, we've got it covered!

EN ISO Cut Level C
HyFlex® 11-561
Ideal for final assembly tasks and handling parts with sharp, rough edges.

EN ISO Cut Level D
HyFlex® 11-571
Ideal for light duty stamping and light-medium duty maintenance works.

EN ISO Cut Level F
HyFlex® 11-581
Ideal for assembly of sharp parts and handling of sharp metal parts.

EN ISO Cut Level F+
HyFlex® 11-591
Ideal for primary assembly, heavy machining and handling of glass sheets and sharp-edged objects.
✝ 'X times greater cut resistance* using Next Generation single HPPE yarn developed with INTERCEPT™ Cut Resistance Technology for reliable hand protection
Still not sure about the level of cut protection you need for your workers? Let Ansell help you.
Are you concerned about whether your workers are adequately protected with their current hand protection for cut risks? Do you wonder if it is sufficient to ensure their safety at work no matter their task?
With AnsellGUARDIAN®, you'll discover valuable insights through these personalised services:
- Safety & Compliance: Be provided with a personalised cut risk management solution that leads to improved worker safety
- Cost Performance: Get advised on business performance improvements to lower overall costs
- Productivity: Gain best practice recommendations to optimise your PPE dispensing to improve company output
- Training: Get assistance in implementing PPE change management to effectively train and protect your workers from various cut risks
Request for a FREE assessment today and work with Ansell's safety experts on how to keep your workplace safer.
Why Ansell?
When you choose Ansell, you gain access to our resilient global network, deep knowledge, and unrivalled portfolio. We are also committed to nurturing effective partnerships and creating a more sustainable future.
Recently in 2024; Ansell has been awarded the EcoVadis Gold award for their ongoing progress in advancing initiatives that contribute to a safer planet.