that may experience moisture or come into contact with chemicals. The material construction of couplings can be unsuitable for these kind of environments as sealing properties and metals susceptible to corrosion can cause irreversible damage. In conclusion, there are many variables that influence the selection of couplings, some of which are more obvious than others, but all are important to consider during the selection process. Couplings are often an after-thought in the design phase of power transmission systems, but the sooner that you can get an understanding of your applications’ coupling requirements the better. This early consideration will serve you well, as good coupling selection will improve longevity and reduce the risk of failure across the systems’ components.
1. Tailored To Customers’ needs
Our experience tells us that choosing gloves always involves a compromise on either efficacy, comfort, or cost. The new range of cut-resistant OPSIAL gloves means professionals no longer have to compromise on optimal levels of protection or comfort, or competitive price points. We have designed a range of versatile, cut-resistant gloves with the option of either polyurethane or nitrile coatings, depending on customers’ unique requirements. The polyurethane-coated (PU) range of OPSIAL cut-resistant gloves is the perfect option for dry environments. Made from thin, flexible and breathable materials, this line of products offers excellent grip and dexterity, while offering exceptional anti-abrasive and tear-resistant properties. In greasy and oily environments, OPSIAL’s nitrile-coated cut-resistant gloves ensure high resistance to perforation and excellent anti-abrasive and tear-resistant properties. They also offer great protection against oils and grease. Products are available with two types of finishes: a “foam” finish for a comfortable second-skin feel, or a “sandy” option for an improved grip.
2. Strength Of Protection
Our extensive range, with protection levels ranging from cut-level B all the way to extreme F, includes a product fit for every application. There is a solution tailored to all of our clients: with low cut risks, minimal protection (B) is sufficient for light work such as assembling small parts; moderate protection (C) when handling sheet metal or carrying out minor repairs; good protection (D) is necessary to manufacture white goods and metal parts; high protection (E) is best; while very high protection (F) is essential for the most high-risk work such as heavy handling of metal, manufacturing glass, the paper industry, etc.
3. Power Of Precision
Our extensive range, with protection levels ranging from cut-level B all the way to extreme F, includes a product fit for every application. There is a solution tailored to all of our clients: with low cut risks, minimal protection (B) is sufficient for light work such as assembling small parts; moderate protection (C) when handling sheet metal or carrying out minor repairs; good protection (D) is necessary to manufacture white goods and metal parts; high protection (E) is best; while very high protection (F) is essential for the most high-risk work such as heavy handling of metal, manufacturing glass, the paper industry, etc.
"Opsial Is The PPE Own-Brand Of Descours & Caboud, Of Which HAYLEY DEXIS
4. Built-In Advanced Technologies
Our extensive range, with protection levels ranging from cut-level B all the way to extreme F, includes a product fit for every application. There is a solution tailored to all of our clients: with low cut risks, minimal protection (B) is sufficient for light work such as assembling small parts; moderate protection (C) when handling sheet metal or carrying out minor repairs; good protection (D) is necessary to manufacture white goods and metal parts; high protection (E) is best; while very high protection (F) is essential for the most high-risk work such as heavy handling of metal, manufacturing glass, the paper industry, etc.
5. Affordable Quality
For more than 20 years, we have been designing our products based on customer feedback, thanks to our direct link with our distribution network (720 outlets of sales in 14 countries). Every year, we launch more than 500 new products and test new solutions in laboratories and in the field with our sales teams and clients. To ensure a high level of quality from production to product delivery, our developments are subject to very strict specifications, we choose suppliers in line with our ethical values, raw materials are selected based on ISO 9001 qualification, our products are certified, and we work with 16 quality controllers. But beyond certifications and production standards, we are driven by our desire to create accessible products that allow everyone to excel in their business: our products are not only there to protect those who use them, but also to improve their performance.
About Opsial
OPSIAL is the PPE own-brand of international industrial and construction supply company, Descours et Cabaud. Since 2016, HAYLEY DEXIS has been part of Descours et Cabaud’s industrial arm, DEXIS Europe
Key stats
Descours & Cabaud Group turnover in 2020 of
>€3.7bn
>720 sales outlets in Europe and North America
>40 million pieces of PPE sold each year OPSIAL brand turnover in 2020 of >100 million€
>65 different glove model