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There are many types of leather that are used in leather welding gloves. Here are the most common leather used and their characteristics: TYPES OF LEATHER: Cow leather is the most commonly used type of leather in welding gloves. The biggest reason being that it is easy to care for. It is dirt and water resistant! It is a great value for its texture, appearance, durability, and comfort. Cow leather is mainly used in stick and MIG gloves. Pigskin is a more dense type of leather with a soft and supple fee. It stays soft even after getting wet and is breathable. Pigskin is used in stick, MIG, and TIG gloves. The main characteristic of sheepskin is that they're extremely soft and comfortable. It is lightweight and delicate. They're suitable for gloves that require more dexterity and flexibility in the hands. Sheepskin is used in TIG welding gloves. Goatskin is slightly softer a...

From MIG to Arc and TIG welding, there are many different types of welding in the industry. Likewise, there are appropriate types of welding gloves optimized for each type. 1. MIG Welding MIG welding does not require the fine balance of dexterity and heat resistance like TIG welding. However, it produces a lot of thermal and radiant heat, which makes it difficult in finding the right MIG welding gloves.  The most important factor to keep in mind when choosing the right MIG gloves is heat resistance.  It is good to look for heavier, well-insulated gloves. You should also make sure that the seams are either Kevlar-stitched or covered with flame-retardant leather so that the heat particles will not creep in causing swift exposure to the fingers.  Kamelo 915 MIG Welding Gloves See more The second factor to look for is coverage . To ensure that your arms are protected as well, we suggest wearing sleeves on your fore...

With summer just around the corner,  it is time to prepare yourself for welding in the summer heat. Here are some tips on what you can do to cope with high temperatures while on the job. The most important tip is to stay hydrated . It is crucial that the welder keeps himself hydrated by drinking as much water as he can to avoid dehydration, which can lead to heat exhaustion and feeling of energy drain as well as disorientation. Symptoms include confusion and blurred vision to shortness of breath. It can even cause your skin to stop producing sweat. The biggest risk is heat stroke. Symptoms include pale skin, and even passing out.  The second tip is to use cooling bands . Cooling bands are great tools to use to prevent heat exhaustion. Lightweight commercial cooling bands as well as cooling belts help keep the head and core cool by routing   cool air where it's needed most. Products like these are made specifically for workers in the welding industry...