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FAQ: Personal Protection

Find answers to common questions about the product range, applications, selection and services offered by Starlab.

Which personal protection products does Starlab offer?

Starlab’s personal protection range includes laboratory gloves from their own brand StarGuard®, as well as a selection of Microflex® gloves.

Which glove materials are available?

The Starlab personal protection range includes gloves made from nitrile, latex and neoprene.

Are nitrile gloves suitable for most laboratory applications?

Yes. Nitrile gloves are the most popular choice in labs, offering protection, durability and good tactile sensitivity, and are latex-free so have a lower allergy potential.

Are gloves with chemical protection available?

Yes. All gloves sold by Starlab are designed for splash protection against chemicals.

Are gloves available that protect against viruses and microorganisms?

Yes. All gloves sold by Starlab protect against viruses and microorganisms (EN 374-5).

Which brands are available in the personal protection range?

Starlab offers it’s own StarGuard® range of gloves, as well as Microflex® gloves from Ansell.

Are extra-long gloves available?

Yes. The range includes extra-long nitrile gloves that can provide extended forearm protection.

Are gloves available with particularly good tactile sensitivity?

All gloves in Starlab’s range are designed to maintain comfort and tactile sensitivity despite their protective function. Latex provides the highest levels of tactile sensitivity.

Which sizes and versions are available?

X-Small to X-Large, for all gloves. Our extra-long glove (Art. No. 93-243) is also available in XX-Large.

Are accessories for laboratory gloves available?

Yes. In addition to gloves, Starlab also offers a steel wire glove dispensers.

How do I choose the right laboratory glove?

The choice should be based on the application, required protection, material compatibility, glove length, tactile sensitivity and chemical resistance. For critical applications, the relevant product information and certificates should be checked.

Are latex gloves available from Starlab?

Yes. Starguard Touch is a latex glove in our porttfolio.


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