Sales Rise as Comfort Takes Precedence over Price in North American Hand Protection PPE Market, Observes Frost & Sullivan

Sales Rise as Comfort Takes Precedence over Price in North American Hand Protection PPE Market, Observes Frost & Sullivan PR Newswire MOUNTAIN VIEW, California, July 19, 2012 - Safety regulations and greater awareness boost glove sales MOUNTAIN VIEW, California, July 19, 2012 /PRNewswire/ -- The industrial hand protection personal protective equipment (PPE) market is shedding the weight of commodification, as an increasing number of end users are looking to invest in ergonomic gloves that offer better fit, dexterity, comfort and functionality. Although end-users are aware of the need for hand protection, they are less likely to wear a glove if it impedes their work efficiency or if it is uncomfortable. New analysis from Frost & Sullivan (http://www.chemicals.frost.com), North American Hand Protection PPE Market, finds that the market earned revenues of $1.90 billion in 2010 and estimates this to reach $2.27 billion in 2017. This is due to increasing safety regulations and sophistication in customer expectations and requirements. If you are interested in more information on this research, please send an email to Jeannette Garcia, Corporate Communications, at jeannette.garcia@frost.com, with your full name, company name, job title, telephone number, company email address, company website, city, state and country. Buoyed by end-user interest, glove manufacturers are raising the quality and functionality of their equipment by using novel and advanced materials.