Our world needs much more than style and comfort.
Protection is a crucial aspect that precedes both of them. Regular shoes tick off the parameter of style on most occasions. Shoes of reputed make offer a great deal of comfort to the wearer too. However, they may not be able to meet the demands that challenging conditions can present. Safety shoes, on the other hand, serve these tough asks with relative ease, standing strong against the perils of industrial workplaces.
Safety shoe manufacturers rely on building a robust construction that fortifies the workers with a sense of assurance. Some of these safety shoes have steel toe caps while some have puncture-resistant soles.
From falling objects, and sharp edges to electrical currents, extreme temperatures, and chemical spills, safety shoes fulfil such daily demanding needs across various industrial areas such as factories, construction sites, mining extraction sites and oil & petroleum plants.
Indeed, they bring much more than style and comfort to the table.
| Parameters | Regular Shoes | Safety Shoes |
| Purpose | Style, comfort, everyday activities | Protection from hazards in specific work environments |
| Materials | Common materials like fabric, leather, synthetics | Special materials for protection PU, Barton Grain Leather, NBR and Para-aramid. |
| Construction | No built-in safety features | Built-in safety features like steel toe caps, puncture-resistant soles, etc |
| Functionality | Walking, running, leisure |
Protecting feet from falling objects, sharp edges, electrical currents, extreme temperatures, chemical spills |
Safety shoes pull a lot of weight across various industries. However, the weight of these shoes is a key decider of the usage determining the industry in which it fits the best.
Lightweight Safety Shoes Run High Mobility
Embrace mobility without compromising safety with lightweight safety shoes by Mallcom India. Designed for high mobility, these safety shoes are crafted with advanced materials such as PU leather, suede leather and so on. For instance, RUFUS & Lorex are low-ankle safety shoes that provide optimal protection without hindering your movement across heavy engineering, iron & steel, oil & gas, repair & maintenance. Being EN 20345:2022 certified, these safety shoes come with features that you can vouch for as they match global standards. Perfect for dynamic work environments, these footwear solutions prioritise comfort, allowing you to navigate your tasks effortlessly while ensuring your safety remains paramount.
However, mobility is not always a requirement for some industries. Rather, stability and added support backed by enhanced durability make for a heavier shoe needed in places where the work doesn’t demand intricate micro-movements in cramped spaces.
Ankle safety footwear: Secure & Stable Fit
Ankle safety footwear are a blend of style and function. The extended design hugs your ankles, reducing the risk of sprains and ensuring stability on uneven surfaces. The closures offer a snug fit for comfort and security. Crafted with durable materials like PU, these shoes withstand tough conditions, promising long-lasting wear. In hazardous environments, they provide extra protection, minimising the risk of injuries. Scar B is the perfect embodiment of such features. This pair of safety shoes carries the EN 20345:2022 that gives its stamp of approval for all the safety features it embodies from slip resistance to puncture resistance.
