General handling gloves are the workhorse PPE on most Singapore production lines, warehouses, logistics yards and maintenance bays. Phil Industries supplies Polyco Healthline general handling gloves for electronics assembly, semiconductor back-end, contract manufacturing, marine and offshore, food and beverage, pharmaceutical packaging and 3PL warehousing across Singapore and Southeast Asia.
Why the boring glove matters most
Most hand injuries reported under the Workplace Safety and Health Act involve abrasions, cuts and pinch points during routine handling — not catastrophic events. As a result, the right general handling glove cuts incident rates, supports bizSAFE assessments and improves dexterity on repetitive tasks. Therefore getting the everyday glove right is most of the battle won.
The general handling gloves range
- Polyflex — nitrile-coated knit liners, for example precision assembly in electronics and semiconductor.
- Reflex — latex-coated for general construction, MRO and warehouse picking.
- Matrix — PU-coated for clean, lightweight handling in pharma packaging and QC.
- Tuff Lite — seamless knit for low-soil parts handling and inspection.
- Touchstone — PVC-dotted cotton, because smooth surfaces need mechanical grip.
- Foam nitrile palm-coated — for oily component handling on automotive and offshore lines.
Pick the coating, not just the rating
| Coating | Grip | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| PU | Light, precise | Clean, dry, dexterity-critical work |
| Nitrile (smooth) | Good, durable | General dry handling |
| Foam / sandy nitrile | Best in oil | Oily components |
| Latex | Strong, grippy | Construction, MRO |
| Uncoated knit | Low | Light, clean tasks only |
Selection is not just the EN 388 score. Furthermore, consider liner gauge — 13-gauge for dexterity, 10-gauge for durability — plus cuff style and whether the workstation handles oily or dry parts. Our team matches the glove to the actual task rather than the spec sheet.
Frequently asked questions
What are general handling gloves used for?
They protect against everyday abrasion, dirt and minor mechanical risks in assembly, warehousing, logistics and maintenance, while keeping good grip and dexterity. In addition, they are rated under EN 388 for mechanical performance.
What does the EN 388 rating tell me?
It rates abrasion (1 to 4), cut (1 to 5), tear and puncture (1 to 4). For general handling, mid-range abrasion and grip usually matter most, so high cut levels are only needed for sharp-edge work — see cut resistant gloves.
Coated or uncoated?
PU or nitrile-coated palms give better grip and abrasion resistance for dry and oily handling. In contrast, uncoated knitted gloves suit light, clean tasks. We help match the coating to your environment.
Do you supply general handling gloves in bulk in Singapore?
Yes. We stock case quantities for manufacturing, logistics and maintenance users, with next-working-day delivery and volume pricing.
Order general handling gloves in Singapore
WhatsApp +65 9853 9030 or call +65 6555 1745 with the task and size split. Browse the full industrial gloves range.
