EN 388 new labels explanation

2. • The new EN388 shield pictogram can report up to 6 separate mechanical performance measures. • These ratings include complementary scores for cut performance: the original Blade Cut test score (rating position b ) and the new EN ISO Cut Resistance score (rating position e ). • In instances where gloves have not been tested with the Blade Cut method or where this test is not applicable to that style (because blade dulling has occurred), the letter X can be used instead of a rating. • In these instances, Ansell only presents the EN ISO results (see back page for examples). New Pictogram Performance Ratings New Ratings Chart Level X can also be applied for “a” through “f” above, which means “not tested” or “not applicable” PERFORMANCE LEVEL RATINGS 1 2 3 4 5 a Abrasion Resistance (Cycles) 100 500 2000 8000 – b Blade Cut Resistance (Coupe Test/Index) 1.2 2.5 5.0 10.0 20.0 c Tear Resistance (newton) 10 25 50 75 – d Puncture Resistance (newton) 20 60 100 150 – PERFORMANCE LEVEL RATINGS A B C D E F e EN ISO Cut Resistance (newton) 2 5 10 15 22 30 f EN Impact Protection PASS or FAIL NEW EN388:2016 | Performance Ratings NEW EN388:2016 | Glove Markings Abrasion Resistance EN ISO Cut Resistance | NEW EN Impact Resistance | NEW Cut Resistance Tear Resistance Puncture Resistance

1. ® & ™ are trademarks owned by Ansell Limited or one of its affiliates. © 2017 Ansell Limited. All Rights Reserved. WARNING: No glove completely prevents or eliminates the potential for cuts or abrasions. These gloves are not intended or tested to provide protection against powered blades, serrated, or other sharp or rotating equipment, nor will they completely prevent or eliminate the potential for abrasion-related injuries. Users are encouraged to always use caution and care when handling sharp materials. Product users should conduct all appropriate testing or other evaluations to determine the suitability of Ansell products for a particular purpose or use within a particular environment. ANSELL DISCLAIMS ALL WARRANTIES OTHER THAN AS EXPRESSLY PROVIDED. Gloves with “X” in Pictogram HyFlex ® 11-731 HyFlex ® 11-751 EN388 EN388 4 X 42B 4 X 43C PERFORMANCE LEVEL RATING a Abrasion Resistance 4 b Blade Cut Resistance X c Tear Resistance 4 d Puncture Resistance 2 e EN ISO Cut Resistance (newton) B f EN Impact Protection – EN Impact Protection does not apply to this glove style. PERFORMANCE LEVEL RATING a Abrasion Resistance 4 b Blade Cut Resistance X c Tear Resistance 4 d Puncture Resistance 3 e EN ISO Cut Resistance (newton) C f EN Impact Protection – EN Impact Protection does not apply to this glove style. NEW EN388:2016 | Glove Marking Examples X indicates that Ansell has chosen to only report the cut resistance for this style using the new EN ISO Cut Resistance test method because a dulling effect occurs during the Coupe test. The new EN ISO cut test is rated from A to F, with F being the highest level of cut resistance, as per this test method. EN388 Update: Glove Markings Guide The new EN388 standard represents the most sweeping revisions to this fundamental mechanical hand protection benchmark in over 13 years. The new standards are reflected in a new pictogram that is explained in detail here. Visit us online for more. February 2017 Learn more visit ansell.com/enroursecenter well INFORMED well PROTECTED well AHEAD