uvex 1 G2 planet - 100% performance. 30% recycled.

Sustainable safety shoe made from recycled materials

From the upper to the sole, the uvex 1 G2 planet offers both sustainability and performance in one - protect both yourself and the planet.

In accordance with DIN EN ISO 14021:2016, the uvex 1 G2 planet consists of 30% recycled materials in terms of weight*, when compared to other uvex 1 G2 models, without compromising its protective properties or comfort. Many of the shoe's components, such as the upper and insole, are made from 100% recycled materials. In addition, we use some of our own PU waste in the production of the outsole: up to 10% is used in the uvex x-tended grip planet and the injected polyurethane midsole contains up to 20% granulate made using PU waste from our production processes.

The uvex 1 G2 planet can be used for various applications and contributes effectively to environmental protection — following our motto protecting planet.

Calculating the CO2 footprint

For the first time, we have calculated the CO2 footprint for a uvex safety shoe. This tells us how much CO2 is emitted during the production of a pair of uvex safety shoes. To calculate this, we measured the emissions from the raw materials to the first use**. The result: the CO2 footprint of the uvex 1 G2 planet is 7.17 kg, for example. For the most up to date calculation, click here.

Raw
materials

4.27 kg +

Manufacturing & production

1.81 kg +

Transportation & packaging

1.09 kg =

CO₂
footprint

7.17 kg

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Under the motto "protecting planet", uvex is presenting a complete product system of environmentally friendly products for the first time.

Calculations based on SimaPro 9.2.0.1, ecoinvent 3.6 database.

_{*calculated in accordance with DIN EN ISO 14021:2016.}
_{**end-of-life emissions depend on the method of disposal. 7.17 kg CO2e – Calculation date: 03/2023.}

uvex i-PUREnrj technology

Outstanding shock absorption properties at the forefoot and heel
Excellent rebound energy over the entire midsole
Foamed heel basket provides excellent stability and reduces the risk of injury
uvex x-tended grip planet TPU outsole with up to 10% recycled PU waste from our production processes

uvex xenova® toe cap

100% metal-free
Compact design
Anatomical shape
No thermal conductivity
TPU scuff cap made from 40% recycled polymers, protects the upper for longevity

Penetration-resistant midsole

Metal-free, penetration-resistant midsole made from 100% recycled material
Removable antistatic comfort insole made from 100% recycled PET bottles and foam consisting of recycled PU production waste and recycled PU
Does not restrict the flexibility of the shoe

uvex x-dry knit

Virtually seam-free construction to eliminate pressure points
uvex x-dry knit planet material made from 100% recycled PET bottles
Breathable lining made from 18% bamboo and 52% recycled polyester

Midsole innovation: i-PUREnrj planet

uvex is the first company to have succeeded in using the direct injection process to integrate granulate made using polyurethane waste from production processes into the midsole of a safety shoe, and then to launch the fully-certified product on the market. This allows us to utilise less raw materials and to return PU waste to the shoe production cycle, without compromising the performance of our i-PUREnrj technology, which provides cushioning and energy return across the entire sole of the foot, helping reduce wearer fatigue.

Sustainability at uvex footwear

The production in Italy, which is one of the most modern production facilities for safety shoes in Europe, ensures efficient, resource-saving production and short distances from manufacturer to user.

Sustainability at uvex footwear

uvex competence center for safety footwear in Ceva, Italy

Development expertise, state-of-the-art robot-controlled production systems and optimised process structures to meet the highest ecological standards guarantee the first-class and sustainable quality of our safety shoes.

The production in Italy, which is one of the most modern production facilities for safety shoes in Europe, ensures efficient, resource-saving production and short distances from manufacturer to user.

Production of direct-injected safety shoes with outsoles made of polyurethane, thermoplastic polyurethane and rubber
Innovative production technologies, e.g. for using rebound properties
Four DESMA direct-injection machines for producing uvex outsoles, three of them with DESMA AMIR system (automated material handling with integrated robots)
Extensively equipped test laboratory for quality and production assurance and for product development