Schmith work kneepads - comfort and protection for knees
Kneepads are a health and safety accessory that has a very big impact on both the health and comfort of users who often work in a kneeling position. They are not only a protection for the knees, but also for the spine, especially during work that puts stress on the knee joints, such as flooring, paving and floor laying. Failure to use knee pads during kneeling work can result in damage to the knee joint, which will develop gradually and the consequences of which may only be felt after some time.
Knee protectors are used during the performance of many construction, repair, assembly and installation works. They are also successfully used in the automotive industry and gardening, where they not only provide protection, but also insulation from the ground, from the cold and wet.
Why use knee protectors?
Work done on the knees can cause overload and injury to the knee joints and spine, which over time leads to health problems, rheumatic conditions and diseases. Therefore, it is important that knee pads provide protection against injury, abrasion and trauma, as well as proper cushioning. In addition, when choosing protectors, it is important to pay attention to their design, which translates into comfort, to ensure that you can work comfortably for as long as possible.
Types and uses of knee pads
When choosing knee pads, it is important to pay attention not only to the material from which they are made, but also to their construction, to ensure proper protection and comfort during work, while minimizing restrictions on movement. When choosing knee protectors, pay attention to:
- fit - quality products are characterized by their adjustable size and flexible fit, so that they are neither too loose nor too tight. The correct fit affects both the comfort of use and movement with the protectors on.
- Thickness - depending on the material from which they are made, thicker knee pads may be less comfortable due to increased weight and bulk, but will feature better protection. The thickness and type of knee pads should depend on the type of work performed.
- Cushioning - good knee protectors should provide shock and impact absorption and insulation from hard ground. In addition, their design should not only provide comfort and protection when working in a kneeling position, but also allow you to work standing up without removing them.
- Finish - pads that level out the unevenness of the ground, shape-memory materials, anti-slip coatings or durable fasteners are aspects you should pay attention to when choosing knee pads.
A special feature that distinguishes the different models of knee pads is the type of material from which they are made. Knee joint protectors can be divided into:
- Foam knee pads - this type of protectors provides good protection for the knees during work and is characterized by a low price. However, their disadvantage is low water resistance. The foam from which they are made is absorbent and over time can begin to deform.
- Gel knee pads - are characterized by very good cushioning and shock resistance. The gel from which they are made is resistant to deformation, so it is possible to work in the protectors for a long time with continuous full comfort and convenience.
- Leather knee pads - provide very high protection against abrasions, so they are very often chosen by pavers.
- Plastic knee pads - a type of protectors, whose function is only to protect the knees from impacts and abrasions. They do not provide cushioning and are characterized by low comfort during prolonged work in a kneeling position.
- Rubber knee pads - are characterized by high cushioning and protection of the knees from bumps, shocks and abrasions. This type of knee pads do not deform, but they have low elasticity, so they can hinder movement.
Schmith knee pads - basic knee protection
Our knee pads are reliable knee protection for everyone - at Schmith we make sure that our products are distinguished by functionality, durability and reliability. Our range of health and safety clothing and footwear means sure protection for the most demanding users and knowing that you are safe while doing your job.
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