Australian Podiatry Association (APodA) Endorsement

Benefit:

SRC: Slip Resistant with Oil on Metal, and with Water on Tiles

Benefit: Provides sufficient slip resistance to prevent a fall when working on a low friction surface such as oil spilled on metal, or on soapy wet tiles. This is the highest level of slip resistance.

What is it: Australian Standards 2210.3:2009 Additional Classification. Glycerol (oil) on steel floor test. Slip resistance coefficient only heel contact is > 0.13, and slip resistance coefficient with whole shoe flat contact is > 0.18. SLS (soapy water) solution on ceramic tile test. Slip resistance coefficient only heel contact is > 0.28, and slip resistance coefficient with whole shoe flat contact is > 0.32. Slip Resistant with Oil on Metal, and with Water on Tiles.

Where is it: Outsole

DIAMOND GRIP®

Benefit: Achieves the highest slip resistance rating (water on tile and oil on metal).

What is it: Trilateral grip tread pattern, incorporating deep channels to maximise surface contact in slippery conditions.

Where is it: On the bottom of the shoe where it contacts the ground.

Arch Support Insole (EVA)

Benefit: Arch support and pronation control. Removable, making the shoe suitable for orthotics. Also promotes airflow under the foot during activity.

What is it: EVA foam formed to cup around the heel and under the arch. Holes distributed from the forefoot and around the arch, combined with channels moulded into the bottom of the insole promote airflow.

Where is it: Inside the shoe, directly under the foot.

Dual Innersole System

Benefit: Customised fit to suit any foot type. Add extra cushioning or remove the bottom later for extra width.

What is it: Top later is a BUNGEE cup insole, which provides cushioning and arch support. Bottom layer is an Ortholite insert for cushioning.

Where is it: Inside the shoe, directly under the foot.

EVA

Benefit: Soft, lightweight cushioning that absorbs impact shock.

What is it: ethylene-vinyl acetate

Where is it: The midsole of the shoe, which is the part under the foot, between the outsole and the upper.

POLIMAX®

Benefit: Cushions and protects the area directly underneath the foot. Assists in keeping the foot cool, and controlling sweat. Anti-bacterial, controlling odor.

What is it: Open cell soft urethane foam.

Where is it: Used in insoles or directly underneath the insole (inside the shoe), and is full length from toe to heel.

Nylon Shank

Benefit: Supports the arch area of the foot, and prevents the shoe from bending in the wrong place (in the middle of the shoe). The shoe should naturally bend across the joints in the forefoot region.

What is it: A hardened nylon piece.

Where is it: Placed internally (in the sole) in the arch area of the shoe.

Thermoplastic Heel Counter

Benefit: Supports the ankle and holds the heel firmly in place, providing excellent stability when the foot first strikes the ground. A firm heel counter is essential for fundamental support and stability.

What is it: Rigid plastic material that is shaped to match the contours of your heel.

Where is it: Inside the upper part of the shoe, surrounding the back and sides of the heel.

Full Grain Leather

Benefit: Hard wearing and breathable, becoming richer and deeper with wear, molding and adapting to your foot like no other material. Resistant to high temperatures, resistant to tearing, cracking, and peeling. It’s naturally insulating, but also breathable.

What is it: Natural full grain cow hide, tanned and dyed through with authentic techniques. This is the premium grade of leather.

Where is it: On the upper (top part)