Protective Clothing

Disposable protective clothing separates people and their working environment in both directions. It keeps dirt, liquids and particles away from clothes and skin, and it also stops hair, fibres and germs travelling from the wearer into sensitive areas. Because each garment is worn only once, there is no laundry, returns process or inspection of reusable textiles.

The category is split into three groups. Disposable coveralls cover the whole body, from the lightweight PP coverall to the Type 5/6 coverall to EN 13034. PE film aprons protect the front from water and grease, in several colours and thicknesses. Gowns and coats range from the PP visitor gown and the SMS protective gown to the sterile surgical gown to EN 13795.

Typical applications

• Food processing, commercial kitchens and catering
• Hospitals, care homes and medical practices
• Laboratories, cleanrooms and pharmaceutical production
• Trades, maintenance, decorating and remediation work
• Visitor and contractor management in production plants

What to look for when buying

Begin with what you need protection from. For dry dirt and visitor hygiene, PP non-woven is enough. For splashes and moisture, SMS or PE film is the right material, and where a protection type is mandatory, choose a certified Type 5/6 coverall. Sterile items are only needed where a sterile field is required.

Coverage and handling come next: an apron for the front, a gown for torso and arms, a coverall for the whole body. Colours help separate zones or groups of people. Check size ranges and pack sizes, as minimum order quantities run from 25 to 1,000 pieces depending on the item.

Frequently asked questions