Understanding the Different Features of Mallcom Safety Shoes

by Suman Pal Industrial Safety Consultant

Safety shoes are an indispensable piece of personal protective equipment (PPE) in many workplaces. With potential hazards like heavy falling objects, slippery surfaces, exposed electrical circuits, etc., safety footwear provides a critical barrier against life-altering injuries.

Mallcom is a renowned Indian manufacturer of industrial safety equipment including safety shoes tailored for specific needs across sectors. In this article, we will explore the different types of Mallcom safety shoes and how to select the right one based on your unique risks and requirements.

What Makes Mallcom Safety Shoes Stand Apart?

All Mallcom safety shoes comply with national and international standards for protective footwear such as IS 15298 and EN ISO 20345. However, they go beyond basic compliance through thoughtful design elements:

Premium leather: Mallcom safety shoes utilize high grade leather that balances flexibility, durability as well as comfort mile after mile. Leather quality directly impacts safety shoe lifespan.
Anti-slip sole: Soling materials feature anti-slip reinforcements that grip oily and wet surfaces common in industrial environments. Some models also have heat, acid, and alkali resistant soles.
Anti-static properties: Static dissipating footwear prevent static charge build-up that could lead to sparks/explosions around flammable chemicals.
Toe protection: Steel toes encased in leather safeguard the foot against crushing injuries due to impacts. The steel plates meet impact energy ratings as per safety standards.
Ankle support: Certain Mallcom models are high ankle shoes that prevent sprains or broken bones resulting from twisting movements.
Shock absorption: The midsole provides cushioning that reduces shock traveling up the skeletal structure which leads to fatigue and long term health issues.
Moisture wicking: Breathable lining fights odor and infections by wicking away sweat and allowing ventilation airflow.

Types of Mallcom Safety Shoes

Mallcom offers safety shoes purpose-built for each industry’s unique needs:

1. General Purpose Safety Shoes

The Mallcom HM series features all-round safety shoes manufactured using high grade leather with durable anti-slip soles. These steel toe shoes protect against common workplace hazards:

Dropped objects that can crush unprotected toes
Slip and fall incidents on wet or uneven terrain
Accidental electric shocks due to static buildup

Consequently, the Mallcom HM range is extensively used across light and medium duty industries like:

Automotive
Construction
Warehousing
General fabrication
Light assembly lines
Landscaping
Material handling
Institutions
Hospitality

These cost-effective safety shoes offer fundamental protection without extra industry-specific frills.

2. Foundry/Welding Safety Shoes

Foundries and welding fabricators handle heavy molten metal, flame cutting, hazardous fumes as well as chemicals during their daily operations. Thus, they need specialized safety shoes that shield against:

Extreme heat up to 300°C from molten metal spatters or radiation exposure near ovens
High impact forces from heavy objects
Potential chemical splashes acidic/alkaline in nature

Mallcom FWS models incorporate heat-resistant Kevlar stitching instead of regular thread which may burn. Furthermore, insulation materials shield the feet against conductive and radiant heat while anti-penetration steel mid-plate prevents sharp objects from piercing through the soles.

3. Construction Safety Shoes

Building construction sites present tripping hazards like protruding nails, uneven terrain, debris as well as risk of equipment/material impacts during crane operations. Mallcom’s construction safety shoes utilize high ankle support, wider soles and additional metatarsal covering to safeguard against these risks.

4. Chemical Safety Shoes

Refineries, chemical plants and laboratories handle corrosive substances on a daily basis. Exposure can lead to permanent tissue damage necessitating immediate medical intervention.

Mallcom chemical shoes incorporate full acid/alkali restitant soles complemented by protective fabrics that cover vulnerable gaps around the ankles. Furthermore, the leather itself is specially treated to resist degradation after chemical contact.

Together, these design choices prevent leaks leading to contamination of the feet — a common injury vector in the industry.

5. Electrical Hazard or ESD Safety Shoes

Electricians, electronics manufacturing, data centers etc. need specialized ESD footwear that prevent static discharge sparks. Uncontrolled electrostatic energies ranging between just 30V to 100V may lead to deadly outcomes in case of accidental contact near live circuits or pyrophoric substances.

Mallcom’s antistatic/ESD shoes have specific electrical resistance that bleeds static energy to ground. Furthermore, construction utilizes anti-spark low iron content materials that don’t block radiation — crucial for MRI technicians wearing safety shoes near emission sources.

6. Hi-Vis Safety Shoes

Poor illumination coupled with obstructed sight lines make low visibility work environments inherently riskier. Lack of contrast demarcating safe zones across warehouses, construction yards or road projects frequently lead to accidents and fatalities.

Hi-vis safety shoes add photoluminescent strips/markings that shine brightly under torchlight or vehicle headlights. For instance, the Mallcom FLX range features reflectors that provide visual cues noticeable from distance of 50–100 meters at night.

Thereby, hi-visibility shoes protect against:

Accidents around moving vehicles, cranes or heavy machinery
Trips, slips and falls in the dark

How To Choose the Correct Safety Shoe?

With so many models tailored for each application, selecting the right safety shoe may appear daunting. Here is a quick 3 step process:

Step 1: Understand the Workplace Hazards

Conduct a safety audit highlighting potential injury risks based on past incidents and near misses coupled with job safety analyses across all tasks. This establishes the must-have protective elements lacking in current unsafe footwear.

Step 2: Determine Design Specifications

Translate known risks into precise safety shoe specifications around:

Impact/ compression protection levels
Slip resistance needs
Heat insulation requirements
Chemical restistance
Anti-static ratings etc.

Quantitative metrics remove ambiguity regarding the hazards safety shoes must mitigate.

Step 3: Match with Mallcom Models

Finally, consult Mallcom’s safety shoe guide to match specific models fulfilling your stipulated safety parameters. Leverage customization in case current catalog offerings miss the mark.

This streamlined 3 step approach simplifies what initially appears a convoluted purchase filled with technical specifications. Safety committees can make well-informed decisions based on actual workplace requirements instead of relying on guesswork.

FAQs

Q: Does Mallcom offer safety shoes for women?

Yes, Mallcom has specially designed women’s safety shoes keeping their ergonomic needs and smaller feet size in mind. These incorporate a slimmer profile with less weight focused on comfort mile after mile.

Q: How much do Mallcom safety shoes cost?

Mallcom safety shoes price range begins from Rs 1000 based on model, customization as well material choices. These cost just a small fraction of disabling foot injury life time costs — ensuring maximum return on investment.

Q: Should safety shoes be periodically replaced?

Ideally, organizations should have annual safety shoe replacement policies unless damaged earlier. Even though Mallcom usage 6 months+ individually, prolonged wear & tear degrades protective abilities. Replacement ensures optimum defense against identified risks.