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Derek Coughlin of Superior Glove and Alex Blair of DuPont™ Kevlar® teamed up to discuss protection needs in automotive and steel markets. With a combined three decades of experience in the safety industry, Alex and Derek will explore: Best practices for hand injury reductions Tricks of the trade Common misconceptions about hand protection
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- 2. Our Speakers Copyright © Superior Glove Works Ltd. 2017 Alex Blair has been working for DuPont™ Kevlar® for nearly 15 years as Business Development Manager and specializes in automotive and metal fabrication. Mr. Blair holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business and Commerce from Appalachian State University and is a licensed Qualified Safety Sales Professional (QSSP)
- 3. Our Speakers Copyright © Superior Glove Works Ltd. 2017 Derek Coughlin has worked in the safety industry for nearly two decades. Mr. Coughlin is responsible for growing Superior Glove’s automotive and metal division, consulting on product innovations and presenting solutions to customers.
- 4. The hand consists of 27 bones – lots of opportunity for injuries OSHA reports more than 320,000 disabling hand injuries in 2013 across all industries According to the BLS, over 200,000 of those injuries were in the private sector Copyright © Superior Glove Works Ltd. 2017
- 5. According to the BLS, each hand injury now averages around $6,000 in cost and results in 6 days missed from work More than 1 million visits to the ER each year are a result of hand injuries Copyright © Superior Glove Works Ltd. 2017
- 6. Copyright © Superior Glove Works Ltd. 2017 SKGCXPS Contender™ Cut-Resistant Kevlar® Blend Glove
- 7. Copyright © Superior Glove Works Ltd. 2017 What Happened at AUTO PLANT X
- 8. Copyright © Superior Glove Works Ltd. 2017 Process Review
- 9. Copyright © Superior Glove Works Ltd. 2017
- 10. Copyright © Superior Glove Works Ltd. 2017
- 11. Copyright © Superior Glove Works Ltd. 2017 What if HIGHER ISN’T better?
- 12. Copyright © Superior Glove Works Ltd. 2017 Consolidation
- 13. Type of material Copyright © Superior Glove Works Ltd. 2017 Tricks of the trade Abrasion levels Laundering programs Glove for the job
- 14. Copyright © Superior Glove Works Ltd. 2017 Abrasion
- 15. Copyright © Superior Glove Works Ltd. 2017 Do your laundry
- 16. Copyright © Superior Glove Works Ltd. 2017 Leather is a SECOND SKIN
- 17. Copyright © Superior Glove Works Ltd. 2017 Hidden COSTS
- 18. Copyright © Superior Glove Works Ltd. 2017 Choose APPROPRIATELY
- 19. Copyright © Superior Glove Works Ltd. 2017 Improving YOUR SITUATION CHECK AVOID FOLLOW UP
- 20. Play your BEST HAND Copyright © Superior Glove Works Ltd. 2017
- 21. Copyright © Superior Glove Works Ltd. 2017
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- Matt – introduction, thanks for joining us. Brief outline of webinar, we will have some time for a question and answer period with Alex and Derek
- Alex Blair has been working for DuPont™ Kevlar® for nearly 15 years as Business Development Manager and specializes in automotive and metal fabrication. Mr. Blair holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business and Commerce from Appalachian State University and is a licensed Qualified Safety Sales Professional (QSSP)
- Derek Coughlin has worked in the safety industry for nearly two decades. Mr. Coughlin is responsible for growing Superior Glove’s automotive and metal division, consulting on product innovations and presenting solutions to customers.
- Matt will read this slide
- Matt will read this slide then pass controls over to Alex for GM Case Study.
- CASE STUDY (Alex Blair) -Using GM Arlington as an example (can be referred to as a Big Three Plant) -Mention the glove that was being used, the issues and concerns that GM had with the glove. - Examine the actions that were taken by Dupont and Superior Glove to create a glove (ie. review of their process/PPE). - Expand on the fact that this glove – which based on the bottom line cost more – actually reduced injuries and usage SAVING them money.
- CASE STUDY CONTINUED (ALEX) -Why was GM in that position? How does this compare to other similar companies/ what are they doing wrong? Was there anything that GM was forgetting with their PPE? Was there anything that they were ignoring?
- MISCONCEPTIONS ABOUT GLOVES (ALEX) We’ll look at a few misconceptions about gloves, these apply to most industries but since our experience comes from automotive, that will be the focus.
- What if we spend MORE? -Need to increase your spending to actually reduce costs? Companies look at the bottom line. A $3 glove is cheaper than a $10 glove so it’s better. They need to look at longevity. How many uses do you get out of the $3 glove vs. $10 glove? - Arlington was able to increase the longevity of their glove from 2 wash cycles to 8 wash cycles. - A more expensive glove initially can drive down prices in the long run.
- - The highest cut resistance is the best cut resistance (look for comfortable gloves that employees will wear.) A glove with a cut level A9 will protect from high cut risks but if it’s not comfortable, is it realistic for an employee to wear it? Highlight areas in the plant where high cut resistance is needed – ie. metal stamping. But most areas can get away with a cut level A4 or A5. The importance of engineered yarns – packing more cut resistance into slimmer gloves.
- Companies have too many styles of gloves, try to consolidate as much as possible. Automotive industry has so much going on but the answer shouldn’t be wearing a different glove for each application. Leads to confusion on part of employees because they don’t know which glove to wear, leads to higher costs for gloves. Try to consolidate to a few multipurpose gloves to make sure that gloves are staying on employees hands. Simplicity is key to a good glove program.
- Best practices and tricks of the trade (DEREK): We’ll look through a few of the tips and tricks that Alex and I have encountered over the years of visiting automotive plants.
- Automotive applications abuse gloves with metal handling and sharp corners. Look for gloves with high abrasion resistance – ANSI level 4 or 5. Higher abrasion resistance will increase longevity both in the field and when laundering the glove.
- Look to a laundering program to drive down costs Washing gloves is cheaper than replacing them Be sure to follow instructions for gloves – no bleach for Kevlar products
- Avoid leather gloves because of its lack of cut resistance To make a leather glove cut resistance requires using a Kevlar liner. Make for a costlier, thicker glove. Engineered yarns reduce cost, increase cut resistance and reduce bulk.
- This photo represents how much more expensive a leather glove is once hidden costs like lost productivity, waste management and accident costs are included. Nearly 10 times more expensive than the cost of gloves per worker. The solution is a cost saving of 30% on glove costs plus 70% on hidden costs Just by including the right glove and a laundering program.
- Which type of glove to use depending on the area ie. palm coating for assembly, knitted gloves for metal handling, lint-free gloves for paint jobs, silicone-free gloves Opportunity for innovation -look at the specific end user, see what type of glove they’re using and what type of glove they need. “ One of our end-users in St Louis had a high-heat glove but there was a lot of heat coming in from the back. So we took the glove they were using, found our version and added an aluminized backing. That solved the problem. Then we put a leather palm on it, now the glove is lasting four times longer. The automotive industry presents huge challenges but that’s also where the opportunity to make new gloves comes in.”
- HOW CAN YOU IMPROVE YOUR SITUATION: (Derek) -Check for [X] (ie. review the statistics – glove cost, injuries, duration time) -Avoid [Y] (ie. looking to save money by purchasing the cheapest gloves) -Follow up on [Z] (ie. Sample products that will provide longevity and keep compliance rates high.) - “I don’t bother talking about the cost anymore, I focus on longevity. If the glove comes down to price then you’re taking something out. You can pay $3 for a glove but you only get one wash out of it or you can pay $7 for a glove that gets you 10 washes. That’s huge cost savings and this is the mentality that everyone has to think about.”
- Increase your odds of success by following best practices Key takeaways: Don’t focus on the bottom line. Look at the statistics: glove usage, duration, injuries. Consolidate your gloves Create a glove laundering program Find gloves that your employees will wear Don’t be afraid to ask for help.
- Matt will take back over. - Julie and him will rate questions and direct them to either Alex or Derek depending on specialty. If you feel you have a particularly good answer, you can also volunteer to answer the question.