--- title: "Sustainable Safety Gloves Manufacturing | uvex safety" url: "https://www.uvex-safety.ie/en/sustainable-safety-gloves-manufacturing" description: Based in Lüneburg, Germany, the uvex centre of expertise is a state-of-the-art automated and environmentally certified manufacturing facility with stringent quality control measures to ensure first-class quality of our safety gloves. date: 2024-01-30 modified: 2025-02-27 locale: en_IE --- # Sustainable Safety Gloves Manufacturing | uvex safety [Back to Sustainability overview](https://www.uvex-safety.ie/en/sustainability-at-uvex/) ![uvex safety gloves manufacturing](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/3nzfbApPFg8dQ-MqJ_UnA_4Fqx04Ycz6K5ahJc05d6Y/w:375/h:210/fn:Y3NtX2dsb3ZlLW1hbnVmYWN0dXJpbmctaGVhZGVyXzFhMGE0MzZhZTQ:t/cb:c8f61de6297dfefa1e8841f80f6ebc3df711fd3b/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/rt:fill/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL3V2ZXgtZ3JvdXAvZ2xvdmUtbWFudWZhY3R1cmluZy1oZWFkZXIuanBnPzE3NTU1MDk4OTk "uvex safety gloves manufacturing") Manufacturing expertise - uvex safety gloves Lüneburg, Germany ================================================================ Based in Lüneburg, Germany, the uvex centre of expertise is a state-of-the-art automated and environmentally certified manufacturing facility with stringent quality control measures to ensure first-class quality of our safety gloves. By manufacturing in Germany, uvex pursues efficient, resource-preserving production processes and ensures that the path from manufacturer to end-user is as short as possible. Our long-standing commitment to sustainability ------------------------------------------------ | [**2003**](#c401318) | [**2006**](#c401320) | [**2007**](#c401321) | [**2009**](#c401322) | [**2010**](#c401323) | [**2011**](#c401324) | [**2012**](#c401325) | [**2013**](#c401326) | [**2014**](#c401327) | [**2015**](#c401328) | [**2016**](#c401331) | [**2017**](#c401329) | [**2018**](#c401332) | [**2019**](#c401330) | [**2021**](#c401333) | [**2022**](#c514022) | [**2023**](#c514031) | [**2024**](#c514041) | [**2025**](#c514044) | |---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---| | **2003** | |---| | Since 2003 all products from our German based manufacturing site Lüneburg are certified according to Oeko-Tex® Standard 100. Solvents and plasticisers are not used in the production process. | ![Oeko-Tex® Standard 100 logo](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/3NzcaLrfIDU9ZvLceecIUBqkoXkoBifMCReIRWvBIPk/w:345/h:160/fn:Y3NtXzU0MC1vZWtvLXRleF80OWEzNThhMjI5:t/cb:0692bab1757e96c133adc4f470899a794133a4f9/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2dsb3Zlcy81NDAtb2Vrby10ZXguanBnPzE2NzcxNzM1NTM "Oeko-Tex® Standard 100 logo") ![Certified quality management system according to ISO 9001.](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/dXcSgG5-d_61UyzChaqjhtql3_wmXoyCl0e8jKG4TIY/w:345/h:160/fn:Y3NtXzU0MC0yMDA2X2MzNzgwNzU0ZGE:t/cb:278ea8c438b606ca365acb37a52216dafffef183/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2dsb3Zlcy81NDAtMjAwNi5qcGc_MTY3NzI0NDIxMg "Certified quality management system according to ISO 9001.") | **2006** | |---| | Certified quality management system according to ISO 9001. | | **2007** | |---| | Launch of the C500 cut resistant series with patented Bamboo TwinFlex technology (renewable raw material). Occupational safety management system (LV21). | ![Bamboo TwinFlex technology](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/lmxewT5-FaT1bWZ1cT0H-eTeCwM3bVjZAOpwBt1kmjE/w:345/h:160/fn:Y3NtXzU0MC0yMDA3XzcxYmJmMjBmNTQ:t/cb:1d67453e0f27571b8d2fe7896ec59c278d63696a/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2dsb3Zlcy81NDAtMjAwNy5qcGc_MTY3NzE3MzYyMw "Bamboo TwinFlex technology") ![Our continuous focus is on natural based raw materials](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/867_hZr8ECV0N3-Ncg_5usx92KDQfbgEoMUeVfS8IsE/w:345/h:160/fn:Y3NtXzU0MC0yMDA5XzZmNmZhNjUwYmM:t/cb:447346f31fc9a34da7e3aabcc4974dd0e31a86e8/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2dsb3Zlcy81NDAtMjAwOS5qcGc_MTY3NzI0NDIxMg "Our continuous focus is on natural based raw materials") | **2009** | |---| | Our continuous focus is on natural based raw materials (cotton, bamboo). | | **2010** | |---| | Obligation for all suppliers to fulfil the requirements of the uvex social standard. | ![uvex social standard](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/eTBOmenAZIvA2Dzf2b0d__SuRlxgOgwMr8zjZcZaIww/w:345/h:160/fn:Y3NtXzU0MC1zb2NpYWwtc3RhbmRhcmRfMGQ4ZDJmYmJmOA:t/cb:b09ea358f45ad86e0017bd9c1897ff702f3e5fe9/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2dsb3Zlcy81NDAtc29jaWFsLXN0YW5kYXJkLmpwZz8xNjc3MTczNDE3 "uvex social standard") ![Launch of the phynomic series](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/1aepFZBu6A0M5g8HeCBUcsSF8xWnvdvhct0Ouivfx70/w:345/h:160/fn:Y3NtXzU0MC0yMDExX2UyMTFlYzJhNjc:t/cb:3e9a99c639fd7d39754d7855f46ccf162566a224/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2dsb3Zlcy81NDAtMjAxMS5qcGc_MTc0OTExMzQ5OQ "Launch of the phynomic series") | **2011** | |---| | Launch of the phynomic series according to Oeko-Tex® Standard 100, uvex list of harmful substances and the first manufacturer in the glove industry to achieve the DERMA standard. Introduction of paper packaging instead of plastic polybags. Introduction of NBR coatings without accelerators (suitable for allergy sufferers). | | **2012** | |---| | Expansion of seamless glove liner production – the only supplier outside of Asia. Certified conformity system for chemical safety gloves - module D. | ![Certified conformity system for chemical safety gloves](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/xhcPsq_r8QM-hvgR1dCss2RNUKw1s_czJqmyIsJ8Z18/w:345/h:160/fn:Y3NtXzU0MC0yMDEyXzdiNzc1ZTE3MWQ:t/cb:189054f427fe9b76a47693798a69f7139c5a96b5/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2dsb3Zlcy81NDAtMjAxMi5qcGc_MTY3NzI0NDg5MQ "Certified conformity system for chemical safety gloves") ![New separation system for coating residues to reduce waste.](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/1uOG1C6sMESFeKz-c0SN11_FlaRhI3NQ-cW5FxCUOEc/w:345/h:160/fn:Y3NtXzU0MC0yMDEzXzU2YmY1YWY4NGI:t/cb:004de5d42e366e84a14d2631f40e2c0ef04a1280/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2dsb3Zlcy81NDAtMjAxMy5qcGc_MTY3NzI0NDM3NA "New separation system for coating residues to reduce waste.") | **2013** | |---| | New separation system for coating residues to reduce waste. | | **2014** | |---| | Use of CO2 neutral power. Certified logistics partner in 2014 (Green logistics). | ![Use of CO2 neutral power](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/CGopC4zzBC-ZrgfuEFxhl-p50oI-sToZjgA1zdE8dBQ/w:345/h:160/fn:Y3NtXzU0MC0yMDE0X2M2MzNhYTJiYjI:t/cb:389959cb28740e3e37f96347a78c529aca1069bd/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2dsb3Zlcy81NDAtMjAxNC5qcGc_MTY3NzI0MzQyOQ "Use of CO2 neutral power") ![Certified energy management system according to ISO 50001](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/dYwGd9ddhkAJNelSJjPKI0eOYo1V9uKUM-95lpU88qA/w:345/h:160/fn:Y3NtXzU0MC0yMDE1XzgyN2ZmZWM0MTQ:t/cb:401ce6a96dfefaf48a95e1039341783ffebe1f39/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2dsb3Zlcy81NDAtMjAxNS5qcGc_MTY3NzI0NDQ0MQ "Certified energy management system according to ISO 50001") | **2015** | |---| | Certified energy management system according to ISO 50001. | | **2016** | |---| | CO2 neutral manufacture at our production site in Lüneburg. Use of CO2 neutral gas and power. | ![Use of CO2 neutral gas and power](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/MbBRlZkLgorfBfKvi4RV3vfQovEE16KSCw-FmQfqtlw/w:345/h:160/fn:Y3NtXzU0MC0yMDE2X2FjMmE1NjRmODc:t/cb:c5c5ab1a786909a6492be56d0b2c40ac7869b052/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2dsb3Zlcy81NDAtMjAxNi5qcGc_MTY3NzI0MzQyOQ "Use of CO2 neutral gas and power") ![Use of Euro pallets (exchange system) as a standard](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/o4Ftz7yDDySKoaJ01VgenwycStdSgmJFRLLPoa3pVRg/w:345/h:160/fn:Y3NtXzU0MC0yMDE3XzE1YzM2Y2U2MjM:t/cb:417921ba05134348b0faacfdabf11eefd2a2da5e/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2dsb3Zlcy81NDAtMjAxNy5qcGc_MTY3NzI0NDUxMQ "Use of Euro pallets (exchange system) as a standard") | **2017** | |---| | Implementation of a waste management system. Use of Euro pallets (exchange system) as a standard. | | **2018** | |---| | Certified environmental management system according to ISO 14001. | ![Certified to ISO 14001](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/oibs2euQ5VMn0rP4xmjWVlIBWiP1lZGbRs_7SVHKbwo/w:345/h:160/fn:Y3NtXzU0MC0yMDE4X2U4YmYxMWE3OGQ:t/cb:f4a1f08843bc622d1d54cc2a0e11b571588235f4/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2dsb3Zlcy81NDAtMjAxOC5qcGc_MTY3NzI0MzQyOQ "Certified to ISO 14001") ![Optimisation of warehouse logistics](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/zWbx6Pzci6NBf-SfFZNCNAGLgyFNwPmEz-KwJWUESUw/w:345/h:160/fn:Y3NtXzU0MC0yMDE5X2VkNWNjZGFlYjA:t/cb:4d2970360ccbc81538d130c6b03278548b130886/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2dsb3Zlcy81NDAtMjAxOS5qcGc_MTY3NzI0OTc3OA "Optimisation of warehouse logistics") | **2019** | |---| | Expansion of our storage area by 42% -> Optimisation of warehouse logistics. Extension of the uvex social standard by the UN guidelines of economy and human rights. Since October 2019 the logistics provider GLS delivers all packages 100% climate-neutral. | | **2021** | |---| | Start-up of the in-house block-type thermal power station (BTTP) in Lüneburg. Further reduction of our energy consumption by making use of the high energy efficiency >90%. The BTTP power station fulfils today’s new emission standard which will be in place from January 1st 2024 onwards. It is one of only a few in Germany that fulfils this standard. | ![In-house block-type thermal power station](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/-5jSFkXI9bNzCK48OdXsJcN_XEbWISICKA_2ERfLuIs/w:345/h:160/fn:Y3NtXzU0MC0yMDIxXzliMmNhMDc2ZjI:t/cb:bd59f87f7b4841f7a43492106a3330a0aabed4a2/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2dsb3Zlcy81NDAtMjAyMS5qcGc_MTY3NzI0Mzk5NQ "In-house block-type thermal power station") ![Future projects](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/wNM2kNkIhWpLv3EH7WnA3a606MEGe1dUGqo2Beonx1I/w:345/h:160/fn:Y3NtXzU0MC1mdXR1cmVfYTIxYTgyMjA4MQ:t/cb:c50f6ab09630b6d79cce464b1ea589fd57ef5d0d/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2dsb3Zlcy81NDAtZnV0dXJlLmpwZz8xNjc3MjQ1MTMx "Future projects") | **2022** | |---| | Product Launch: **uvex Bamboo TwinFlex® D XG planet** Features: Renewable bamboo material, dermatologically approved (proDERM), cut protection level D, CO₂-neutral production. Sustainable content: 45% (bamboo viscose + recycled polyamide) | | **2023** | |---| | Joined Ellen MacArthur Foundation Community (July 2023) - Supports uvex’s commitment to sustainability and circular economy, especially plastics. Product Launch: [**uvex phynomic XG planet**](https://www.uvex-safety.ie/en/products/safety-gloves/uvex-phynomic-xg-planet-60070-UK/)**.** Carbon footprint reduced by 29% per pair, >50% recycled polyamide (polyamide recyclate) Modified coating systems collect and reuse dripping paste from glove dipping processes. Impact: 15% reduction in new paste production, >50 tonnes waste saved annually, 300 m³ water saved per year. | ![• Energy Efficiency Improvements ](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/rbRSJocOsDeIV0IoEUKKN-v1gn15SujG2vt5X6e5BW8/w:345/h:160/fn:Y3NtXzU0MC0yMDIzX2Q1ZWQ0ZmQwOWM:t/cb:144b365566fd2eef6768ee71b21e71e855a782dd/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2dsb3Zlcy81NDAtMjAyMy5qcGc_MTc2NDMyMjYyMA "• Energy Efficiency Improvements ") ![Paste Recycling System Introduced ](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/qo_KS5qS_NA-VJAo_-mMvDmKIG2mhbxWgjtblIYf9Fw/w:345/h:160/fn:Y3NtXzU0MC0yMDI0X2RmYWUwMmJjZDA:t/cb:ca5f5685f4d07a42a2de79d5a284ff3eca13d4ec/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2dsb3Zlcy81NDAtMjAyNC5qcGc_MTc2NDMyMjYxOA "Paste Recycling System Introduced ") | **2024** | |---| | Investments in new process technologies and continuous improvement (CIP) reduced paste waste by 50%. Commissioned in-house combined heat and power (CHP) plant with >90% efficiency. Complies with Germany’s latest emission standards (effective 2024). Successfully recertified to ISO 50001:2018 (Energy Management). | | **2025** | |---| | New products introduced with sustainable content: [**uvex Bamboo TwinFlex® F uXT1**](https://www.uvex-safety.ie/en/products/safety-gloves/uvex-bamboo-twinflex-f-uxt1-60095-UK/) [**uvex Bamboo TwinFlex® sleeve**](https://www.uvex-safety.ie/en/products/safety-gloves/uvex-bamboo-twinflex-f-sleeve-60096-UK/) [**uvex Bamboo TwinFlex® D SG**](https://www.uvex-safety.ie/en/products/safety-gloves/uvex-bamboo-twinflex-d-sg-60092-UK/) | ![uvex bamboo TwinFlex D SG launch](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/Qh9WBvYm6XXzdUjSOkLoYPlCMV568WQUVx9uy1cji54/w:345/h:160/fn:Y3NtXzU0MC0yMDI1XzY1Y2YzN2U1NjU:t/cb:eb41e11180447dce43dcf2598186d4a502b041aa/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2dsb3Zlcy81NDAtMjAyNS5qcGc_MTc2NDMyMjE3NA "uvex bamboo TwinFlex D SG launch")