Ansell Work Gloves

Ansell Work Gloves: Engineering Protection You Can Feel

When it comes to hand protection on the job site, Ansell stands in a class of its own. With over a century of innovation in personal protective equipment, Ansell has built a reputation for translating real-world worker needs into gloves that balance genuine protection with the comfort and dexterity that keep workers wearing them all day long. Their work gloves lineup is anchored by two flagship product families — HyFlex® and ActivArmr® — each engineered for distinct hazard profiles and work environments.

HyFlex®: Precision and Protection in One

The HyFlex® line is designed around a core insight: cuts and abrasions happen most often when workers remove their gloves because the fit feels wrong. HyFlex® solves this with a "second-skin" philosophy. Models like the HyFlex® 11-925 feature RIPEL™ Liquid Repellence technology — a surface barrier that prevents oils and chemicals from reaching the skin — combined with the ANSELL GRIP™ coating treatment that minimizes the gripping force required in wet and oily conditions, directly reducing hand fatigue. The HyFlex® 11-801 takes comfort further with a nitrile foam coating that delivers 30% greater breathability than comparable gloves, plus ZONZ™ Comfort Fit Technology that relieves tension in stress-prone areas of the hand.

For cut-intensive environments, the HyFlex® 11-542 pairs INTERCEPT™ Cut Resistance Technology — which blends engineered, synthetic, and natural fibers into high-performance yarns — with FORTIX™ Abrasion Resistance Technology to meet EN ISO F/ANSI A7 cut protection standards. Select HyFlex® styles also carry touchscreen compatibility, eliminating the need to remove gloves when interacting with digital controls and devices central to modern industrial workplaces.

ActivArmr®: Built for Extreme Conditions

Where HyFlex® excels at precision and everyday mechanical hazards, the ActivArmr® line is engineered for the most demanding environments. Workers exposed to heat, cold, or electrical hazards — electricians, welders, and heavy industrial operators — rely on ActivArmr® for protection that doesn't compromise performance. The ActivArmr® 43-216, for instance, is constructed from high-quality split cowhide leather with welted seams reinforced by Kevlar™ thread, offering protection against heat, flames, sparks, and punctures. It meets EN 12477 Type A certification, covering protection up to the forearms for stick and MIG welding, torch cutting, and grinding applications. For oilfield and oil-rich environments, ActivArmr® gloves are also built to withstand exposure to hazardous liquids while remaining comfortable enough for extended shifts.

Proprietary Technologies That Set Ansell Apart

• ANSELL GRIP™: A coating treatment that minimizes gripping force in dry, wet, and oily conditions while reducing hand fatigue.
• INTERCEPT™ Technology: Blends engineered fibers into high-performance yarns delivering targeted cut protection.
• RIPEL™ Technology: A repellent surface barrier that prevents incidental skin contact with oils, lubricants, and chemicals.
• FORTIX™ Technology: Provides tiered abrasion resistance to extend glove life in demanding applications.
• ZONZ™ Comfort Fit Technology: Reduces tension in high-stress areas for a tailored, all-day fit.

Ansell also offers the AnsellGuardian® consultative service to help businesses select and implement the right PPE solutions — a differentiator that goes beyond simply selling gloves. Whether you're outfitting a single technician or a full industrial workforce, Ansell work gloves represent one of the most scientifically rigorous approaches to hand safety available today.