CI: Insulation of Sole Against Cold

Benefit: Temperature insulation for your feet when working in cold environments.

What is it: Australian Standards 2210.3:2009 Additional Classification. Insulation of Sole Against Cold. Inside of shoe is insulated against cold when put in a cold box at minus 17ºC for 30 minutes.

Where is it: Whole shoe

E: Energy Absorption

Benefit: Superior shock absorption under the heel. See 'Cushioning' below for more details.

What is it: Australian Standards 2210.3:2009 Additional Classification. Energy Absorption of Seat Region. Passes the test for shock absorption under the heel.

Where is it: Under the heel

EH: Electric Hazard Resistant Footwear (ASTMF2412)

Benefit: Provides a secondary source of electric hazard protection if stepping on live electrical circuits, electrically energised conductors, parts or apparatus.

What is it: USA Standards ASTMF2412 Additional Classification. Electric Hazard Resistant Footwear. No current flow or leakage of current in excess of 1.0mA under DRY conditions when applying 18,000V at 60Hz for 1 minute.

Where is it: Through the sole of the boot

HI: Insulation of Sole Against Heat

Benefit: Temperature insulation for your feet when working in hot environments.

What is it: Australian Standards 2210.3:2009 Additional Classification. Insulation of Sole Against Heat. Inside of shoe is insulated against heat when put in a sandbath at approximately 150C.

Where is it: Whole shoe

HRO: Resistant to Hot Contact (300ºC)

Benefit: Ideal for people occasionally stepping on hot surfaces/objects while working.

What is it: Australian Standards 2210.3:2009 Additional Classification. Resistance to Hot Contact. Outsole does not melt, char, crack or craze when coming in contact with 300ºC surface for one minute.

Where is it: Outsole

SRA: Slip Resistant with Water on Ceramic Tiles

Benefit: Provides sufficient slip resistance to prevent a fall when working on soapy wet tiles.

What is it: Australian Standards 2210.3:2009 Additional Classification. 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.

Where is it: Outsole

Safety Toe 1.5 ton Compression

Benefit: Protects toes by providing a minimum clearance when something runs over them.

What is it: Australian Standards 2210.3:2009 Standard. Compression test where a 15kN force is gradually applied to the toe, tested by an independent and authorised laboratory and then certified by SAI Global.

Where is it: Toe

Safety Toe 200 Joules Impact

Benefit: Protects toes by providing a minimum clearance when a large object falls on it.

What is it: Australian Standards 2210.3:2009 Standard. Tested with a drop strike test machine with a 200 Joule force by an independent and authorised laboratory and then certified by SAI Global. Note that the Australian standard is higher than the US standard.

Where is it: Toe

Oil Resistant Rubber

Benefit: Oil and abrasion resistant

What is it: Specially formulated vulcanized rubber, custom shaped with a tread pattern

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

Arch Support Insole (PU)

Benefit: Arch support insole with increased arch support and more cushioning. Longer lasting than other insole materials. Removable, and so able to be replaced with orthotics if needed.

What is it: Polyurethane sponge formed to cup around the heel and under the arch (thicker under the arch than our normal arch support insole providing more support).

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

INSULON®

Benefit: Cushions and absorbs shock that over time causes bone and muscle trauma.

What is it: Specially formulated long lasting, soft foam material

Where is it: Typically placed within the midsole of the shoe underneath the foot, in the heel and forefoot areas.

PORON®

Benefit: High shock absorption, low compression (long lasting cushioning)

What is it: Specially formulated foam material by PORON.

Where is it: Placed directly under the insole inside the shoe in high impact areas in the forefoot and the heel.

PU

Benefit: Provides and excellent balance of shock absorption (cushioning) and energy return (rebound). These cushioning and rebound properties are longer lasting than other cushioning foams.

What is it: Polyurethane sponge.

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

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.

Composite Safety Toe Cap

Benefit: 200 Joule impact & compression protection. Lighter than steel and provides superior insulation properties. Airport friendly.

What is it: Epoxy fibreglass. Complies with all the Australian standards for Type 1 impact resistance and compression resistance (AS/NZS 2210.3:2009).

DRILEX® Lining

Benefit: Wicks sweat away from the foot, and its anti-bacterial properties control odour inside the shoe.

What is it: Specially treated textile lining (patented technology by DRILEX).

Where is it: Inside the upper of the shoe. The lining is the part of the upper that is closest to the foot.

TPU Scuff Cap

Benefit: Prevents holes forming in the toe of the work boot from scuffing and exposing the safety cap. For tough work environments.

What is it: Moulded thermoplastic urethane cap over the top of the leather upper.

Where is it: Over the toe area of the upper of the boot.