ANSI/ISEA has released a new edition of the ANSI/ISEA 105 standard (2024 ed). The changes include a new standardized glove label for easier identification of key protection levels for both distributors and end-users. The new pentagon marking was created to simplify and standardize the identification of protective glove performance levels, including abrasion, cut, and puncture resistance. By consolidating this information into a single, easily recognizable label, it improves usability for workers and reduces the risk of selecting inadequate protection. Learn more.

New edition ANSI/ISEA 105-2024 outlines a new test method for determining cut scores and a revised scale from A1-A9. Click here for more information about the new testing standard.

The ANSI/ISEA 105-2024 standard outlines test methods for abrasion and is scored from 0-6. The ASTM D3884-09 is used for uncoated gloves and the end point (failure) is the number of abrasion cycles when the first thread or yarn is broken. The larger numbers of cycles indicates greater abrasion resistance of the product and a higher Abrasion Level.

The NFPA has identified the various FR hazardous risk category levels, which range from PPE 1 (which is low risk and requires AR clothing with a minimum arc rating of 4), up to PPE 4 (which is high risk and requires AR clothing with a minimum arc rating of 40). Each level, 1-4, is rated at a certain amount of flame resistance measured in cal/cm2.