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Sweaty feet in safety shoes? Not this summer!

Top 5 lightweight safety shoes for hot weather

Safety shoes for summer: protect your feet while keeping them cool

The sun’s shining, the temperature’s rising… so what about your feet? Are they slowly turning into soggy, steamy saunas? Sound familiar? Damp socks, blisters, and nasty odours don’t exactly make working in the heat any more enjoyable. Fortunately, the right combination of safety shoes and socks can easily prevent your feet from overheating. Choose work shoes that keep your feet cool, dry, and comfortable in hot weather — without compromising on your safety at work, of course. Below, we’ve shared some tips on how to pick the best safety footwear to prepare you for the summer.

1. Choose a low-cut model

High-cut work boots offer extra protection, but they also trap heat around your ankles and lower legs, which can make things uncomfortably warm. Low-cut shoes allow air to circulate around your ankles, offering a much breezier feel. If your job allows it, low-cut safety shoes are perfect for hot days.

2. Breathable materials are essential

Over the course of a working day, the average shoe can cause you to lose enough moisture to fill a small glass. Ventilated footwear keeps your feet drier. Materials such as nubuck, leather, and microfibre breathe better than rubber, which helps release   moisture. It’s important to pay attention to the lining too; lining: polyester is an excellent choice. If the shoes feature EMMA’s Hydro-Tec® technology, it deserves bonus points. This tech absorbs and spreads moisture across the lining, where it evaporates almost instantly.

3. Leave the thin cotton socks at home!

Avoid blisters and nasty smells. Ditch thin cotton socks, as they trap moisture and cause friction. Instead, wear proper work socks made from Coolmax® polyester fibres with Sanitized® treatment.

Find out why good work socks make all the difference

4. Make sure your shoes fit properly

Shoes that are too loose cause rubbing and generate unwanted heat. Pick the right model with the correct width, and use a suitable inlay sole. This not only prevents blisters, but is crucial for protecting your feet while you work. Did you know EMMA offers safety shoes in multiple width fittings?

5. Look after your safety shoes

Finished your work for the day? Air out your safety shoes, remove the inlay soles, and treat them with maintenance spray or cream. This keeps them fresher and helps them last longer.

More shoe care tips here

Our top 5 lightweight safety shoes for hot weather

Boston Lightweight and breathable thanks to its knitted textile upper and Nano Carbon Composite toecap. The Boston offers S1P protection with outstanding comfort — ideal for hot working days in light industry or electronics.

LeMans The ventilation champion. Thanks to the Hydro-Tec® lining, a pair of LeMans stay fresh and dry even when the temperature soars. Perfect for logistics and indoor work. The cushioned soles with energy rebound and snug fit mean you can wear these safety shoes comfortably for up to 24 hours.

Daytona One of EMMA’s most breathable models. Ideal for hot, dry, indoor environments. The Velcro fastening and metal-free fibreglass toecap make this S1P-rated shoe the practical choice in summer temperatures.

CrossForce Fly Low Sporty and ultra-lightweight, with a ventilated Framework PU outsole. This metal-free safety shoe offers comfort and grip both indoors and outdoors, even when the temperatures rise.

Anne Breathable, ESD-certified, and incorporating sticky grip soles. Perfectly designed for controlled, hot environments like the automotive industry, these shoes fit your feet like a second skin. How? The anatomical design of Anne follows the natural shape of a woman’s foot for exceptional comfort.

Excellent with:

Hydro-Dry® sustainable socks for sneakers
The ultimate socks for hot workdays in safety sneakers. Stay firmly in place, get rid of moisture fast thanks to Coolmax® fibres, and keep your feet fresh. Made with sustainable materials such as recycled fishing nets and BCI cotton – good for your feet and the planet.

The bottom line: no more sweaty feet!
Sweaty feet in safety shoes? Not this summer, if you make the right choice! Low-cut models, breathable materials, smart technologies and the right socks are what you need to keep your feet cool, fresh, and comfortable. Heading into summer with the right footwear? Set off prepared – your feet will thank you.

More info about our safety shoes for the summer? Check out our collection or contact one of our dealers today!

3M

Stay focused, productive and safe.

3M™ PELTOR™ WS™ ALERT™ Headset series now extended with two new headsets; WS™ ALERT™ XP+ and WS™ ALERT™ XPI+

Improve your workday.

Conduct all your business from inside your headset. You can clearly hear incoming callers in your headset by connecting one or two devices using Bluetooth® technology. By using the noise-cancelling boom microphone, you can speak to others at a normal volume even in noisy environments and they can hear you without the surrounding noise interfering with your conversation.

Innovations to help improve your workday.

Protect your hearing at all times. No need to take your hearing protector off to hear warning signals, approaching vehicles or answering the phone. Stay focused and adjust to the surrounding noise by using the different ambient listening profiles.

Discover the latest technologies and now meet the two newest additions to the 3M™ PELTOR™ WS™ ALERT™ Series Headsets.

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Ansell

Experience cut protection workers will never want to take off

Hand injuries often result from workers removing gloves due to discomfort, bulkiness, or lack of touchscreen compatibility. The solution? The HyFlex® Ultra-Lightweight Cut Protection Series—engineered for superior protection, all-day comfort, and seamless performance.

Why Choose HyFlex® Ultra-Lightweight Cut Protection Series?

• Advanced Cut Protection: Designed with Next Generation single HPPE yarn and INTERCEPT™ Cut Resistance Technology for industry-leading safety.
• Ultra-lightweight design: 20% lighter compared to standard EN ISO rated gloves, allowing for all-day comfort without sacrificing safety.
• Touchscreen Compatibility: Maintain dexterity and control while operating digital devices.
• Exceptional Comfort: Eliminates bulk and heat buildup, promoting extended wear without discomfort.

No matter the cut risks your workforce is facing, we’ve got it covered!

• Broad cut resistance range: From EN ISO Cut Level C to F+, ensuring appropriate protection for any level of cut risk.
• Ideal for varied tasks: Whether it’s handling sharp objects or using precision tools alongside digital devices, these gloves are built to enhance productivity without compromising on safety.

Upgrade your workplace safety and performance. Choose gloves that protect without compromise.

Moldex

Why choose Moldex hearing protection

Moldex has an extensive range of hearing protection. And Moldex earplugs and ear muffs give you just that little bit more comfort while wearing them compared to other brands. This means your hearing is protected in a pleasant and safe way throughout the day (or night), concert or motorbike ride!

Hearing damage is one of the most common health problems you can suffer at work. As little as 80 dB can cause hearing damage! And that damage is irreparable. You often don’t notice it immediately, but usually not until later in life.

To properly protect an employee’s hearing, the employer is obliged to make hearing protection available for anything above a noise level of 80 dB. And from 85 dB, wearing hearing protection is even mandatory!

Be careful of your ears now!

Hearing protection in different shapes, sizes and protection levels offers the right solution for every application. Whether you are at work, going motorcycling or attending a festival.

EMMA

Top 5 safety shoes for light industry

ESD-approved, agile, sporty and with ultimate grip

Do you work in an environment where consumer goods such as electronics, clothing or food are produced, assembled or stored? Then you understand better than anyone the importance of safety. Because even though light industry may be less demanding than heavy industry, there are clearly safety risks whenever you work with machines, tools or conveyor belts. By wearing the right personal protective equipment, you can prevent injuries in the event of an accident. That’s why the professionals at EMMA Safety Footwear put together a Top 5 safety footwear for light industry.

ESD, agile and sporty

The shoes in this Top 5 are all ESD approved, which means they are conductive and ensure that you discharge any static charge that builds up. Ideal in a working environment with fragile electronic products such as consumer electronics! The shoes are also comfortable and agile, thanks to the use of super light textiles and Nano Carbon Composite or fibreglass to replace metal in the safety toe cap, for example. In addition, ultimate grip is of course a must. And to make sure they are visually appealing, the Boston, CrossForce Fly low, Jess, Clyde and Daytona all have a sporty look: the recognisable ‘sneaker look’. Nevertheless, there are significant differences between all the models. An alternative material may be used in the upper, the shoes might have a scuff guard or not, they may be specially made for women; the small details determine whether a shoe is suitable for you, your job and your work environment. So carefully compare the shoes from this Top 5 and choose the pair that will keep your feet secure and comfortable in all day long!

Our top 5 for light industry

Boston A sporty safety shoe and uniquely light thanks to the knitted textile upper and the Nano Carbon Composite protective toe cap. This shoe combines protection (S1P) with optimal wearing comfort. Ideal for light industry, where safety is the top priority, but if you are also on your feet for long periods of time. The ESD certification also means that the Boston is suitable for work environments involving consumer electronics.

CrossForce Fly low The CrossForce Fly low guarantees wearing and walking comfort thanks to the use of super light microfibre materials and an innovative, soft inlay sole made of PU foam. This dynamic safety shoe has ultimate grip thanks to the innovative Framework PU outsole, and it is sustainable. The lining, laces, insole and protected midsole are partly made from recycled materials.

Jess Jess is an elegant safety shoe made especially for women. The form of this shoe follows the exact natural contours of the female foot, thereby ensuring wearing comfort. The unique Hydro-Tec® technology absorbs moisture and directly wicks it away. And thanks to EMMA’s familiar sole profile (GripForce® Easy Twist ladies), your feet will feel secure on all kinds of surfaces.

Clyde The only high safety shoe in this Top 5: the Clyde protects your ankles, shins and joints from strain and injury. Clyde is metal-free, looks like a sneaker, and has a unique heel construction and shock-absorbing soles. This safety shoe is Climate Activator certified, which means it’s a sustainable choice. Still prefer a low model? Then go for the low variant, Clay.

Daytona Daytona is an S1P safety shoe for dry conditions. It is one of the most breathable shoes in the EMMA range, ideal for hot, enclosed work environments typically found in light industry. The Velcro closure means that the safety shoe is easy to put on and take off, and the fibreglass toe cap ensures that this shoe is completely metal-free.

Shoes and socks: a perfect pair

As a hard-working production worker, warehouse worker, assembly worker or maintenance technician, you’re on your feet for long days and standing 90% of the time. You know that comfortable safety shoes help enhance your safety, health, job satisfaction and performance on the floor. But did you also know that work socks are just as important as your work shoes? A quality work sock provides support, absorbs moisture and enhances comfort.

That’s why EMMA Safety Footwear has developed a line of work socks offering unique features:

• Breathable material for wicking away moisture and regulating temperature. Dry and fresh feet guaranteed.
• Maximum support and wear-resistant thanks to the use of strong materials.
• Bactericidal and hygienic to prevent unpleasant odours.
• Comfortable thanks to the special fit, anatomically knitted toe and subtle differences between right and left foot.

When a work sock is matched with the safety shoe, they enhance each other’s technical and protective properties. Our Hydro-Dry® socks are a perfect example! For example, the “Hydro-Dry® sustainable working sock” is an ideal, versatile sock that can be worn year-round in all safety shoes from the Top 5 above. But the ‘Hydro-Dry® sustainable sneaker sock’ was also recently released. Offering the same unique features, but in a short model that is ideal for safety sneakers and low safety shoes.

Want to find out more about socks from EMMA Safety Footwear? Then visit the website of EMMA.

uvex
uvex phynomic foam: Precision, Comfort, and Sustainability

The uvex phynomic foam is part of the uvex phynomic series, known for its lightweight and flexible safety gloves. These gloves are ideal for tasks that require a high level of sensitivity, such as fine assembly, inspection, and sorting work. Thanks to the aqua-polymer foam coating on the palm and fingertips, the uvex phynomic foam provides excellent grip in dry and slightly damp environments. The 3D Ergo technology ensures a perfect fit, enhancing comfort and precision during work.

The uvex phynomic foam gloves are certified according to EN 388:2016 (3 1 2 1 X), indicating a high level of mechanical abrasion resistance and protection against wear and tear. Additionally, they are free from harmful substances according to OEKO-TEX® Standard 100 and have been dermatologically tested for excellent skin compatibility. This makes them not only safe for the user but also environmentally friendly.

uvex phynomic foam

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Minimizing environmental impact

A key aspect of the uvex phynomic foam is its low CO₂ footprint of just 0,35 kg per pair. By using sustainable raw materials and efficient production methods, uvex minimizes its environmental impact without compromising on quality and safety. Production takes place in Germany, in a facility certified according to ISO 14001 (environmental management) and ISO 50001 (energy management).

In short, the uvex phynomic foam glove combines precision, comfort, and sustainability, making it the ideal choice for professionals who value both high performance and environmental responsibility.

Featured this month: DuPont

Each month of 2025 we will highlight one of our partners. In April it is DuPont; supplier of disposable suits and accessories that protect against various hazards.

The life saving choice

DuPont Personal Protection brings together some of the most trusted names in personal protective equipment (PPE), including Tyvek®, Tychem® and ProShield®, to deliver unmatched solutions that protect workers from chemical, thermal, arc flash, mechanical and other workplace hazards.

Tyvek®
You are highly protected and enjoy constant comfort. This unique combination of properties makes Tyvek® ideal for many purposes.

Tychem®
For comprehensive protection against small amounts of hazardous chemicals, toxic gases and biological hazards, industrial workers rely on DuPont Tychem® apparel.

ProShield®
ProShield® fabric is specifically designed to provide protection for workers performing light, non-hazardous work in a variety of industries.

Take advantage of great discounts this month!

An exclusive discount also applies to a selection of items from the Tychem 2000C and Tychem 6000F range until 30 April. Ordering these items with the discount can be done using an order form. Contact us for the conditions, prices and the order form!

Discover DuPont and more

Are you curious about DuPont’s full range or would you like to know more about our other brands?

• Go to our webshop and view the complete DuPont range.
• Visit the brands page for more information about DuPont.

3M

What you breathe matters

Experience trusted comfort and protection with 3M Respirators

519,000 global lives are lost to chronic respiratory illness due to past exposure at work.* With 50 years’ experience, 3M is trusted to help protect workers every day with high quality and reliable respiratory protection.

Discover two of 3M’s best-selling respirator platforms in Europe: the 3M™ Aura™ Particulate Respirator 9300+ Series and the 3M™ Maintenance Free Reusable Respirator 4000+ Series. Both ranges offer trusted comfort and performance, backed by 3M’s renowned science and innovation.

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EMMA

Top 5 safety shoes transport and logistics

Crucial protection in a hazardous environment

Personal protective equipment is essential for work in transport and logistics. Indeed, employees work in demanding environments and are exposed to various risks; from heavy machinery and goods to dangerous situations in depots or loading bays. A good pair of safety shoes should therefore be included in the wardrobe of every lorry driver, air freight carrier, warehouse worker, dock worker, freight train operator, packer or forklift driver.

Protection and safety

The safety shoes from EMMA Safety Footwear provide crucial protection against physical dangers. There is even a shoe collection created especially for the transport and logistics sector! The unique design of these shoes provides protection from falling objects, heavy tools and sharp objects, such as nails, glass or splinters. The special anti-slip sole platform provides grip and stability, thus preventing a fall and injury. So, even if you get out of your lorry in winter weather or are required to load in a dock where oil has just leaked, you’ll remain standing. Plus, this series also includes several metal-free shoes with ESD certification. These shoes help in discharging static electricity. This prevents your body becoming statically charged as well as avoiding damage to apparatus or electronic equipment. Clearly, no luxury in a depot packed with electronic components, a factory with sensitive apparatus or a warehouse filled with technology.

High walking and wearing comfort

What is really unique about EMMA safety shoes is that they are really comfortable to wear and move around in. Thanks to the use of light materials, breathable fabrics, cushioning outsole plus unique inlay soles, these shoes can be worn all day long. Strain on the ankles, feet, knees and back is minimal. So, those long hours of standing up or many kilometres of walking in a large distribution centre are no longer a problem with the safety shoes from EMMA Safety Footwear!

Our top 5 for transport & logistics

CrossForce Fly low Sporty, dynamic, durable and metal-free. That is the CrossForce Fly low in a nutshell. This safety shoe ensures great wearing comfort thanks to the use of feather-light materials, an innovative inlay sole and specially designed Framework PU outsole. The CrossForce Fly low is made for use both indoors and outdoors, which means it is ideally suited to transport and logistics.

CrossForce X low The CrossForce X low is reputed for its ultimate grip. That is no surprise, since the Vibram Ecostep Pro outsole is specially designed to tackle uneven and slippery surfaces. This safety shoe is metal free, which makes it lovely and light and really comfortable. Thanks to the insoles with energy return, you can easily wear CrossForce X low for the entire day.

Clay Clay has the appearance of a sneaker and the properties of a safety shoe. The perfect combination for youthful or sporty employees in the transport or logistics sector. Thanks to the unique heel construction and shock-absorbing soles, Clay prevents strain and injury. This safety shoe has a wear-resistant coating on the toe cap, extending the service life significantly.

Jess Jess follows the natural, anatomical form of the female foot and is therefore the ultimate safety shoe for women. The robust sole for a ‘sticky’ grip on all surfaces and the sporty appearance give the shoe the look of a sneaker. With the innovative Hydro-Tec® antibacterial lining your feet stay dry all day, because moisture is immediately absorbed and removed.

Paris Paris is designed for both performance and looks. This sporty safety shoe is lightweight due to the use of materials like a Nano Carbon Composite protective toe cap. In combination with the airbag in the outsole, it makes the shoe comfortable to wear, without compromising on safety. Indeed, the PU-coated textile upper and the GripForce® Easy Twist sole provide maximum protection.

Inlay soles

Have you made your choice from these top 5 and found the perfect safety shoe for your ‘job to be done’? Now, find out more about the inlay soles from EMMA Safety Footwear. In fact, EMMA offers a variety of inlay soles to suit the people who wear its shoes. Designed for extra support and cushioning. That is no luxury when you stand on a concrete floor for hours or work regularly on an uneven surface. An inlay sole optimises the fit of your safety shoe, thus increasing comfort when you move around.

Comfort Soft & Comfort Soft Framework inlay soles
The ‘Comfort Soft’ inlay soles are washable, resilient and made of comfortable PU foam. The sole also contains a Hydro-Tec® top layer with breathable, moisture regulating and anti-bacterial properties, keeping your feet dry all day and preventing nasty odours. The ‘Comfort Soft’ inlay sole is predominantly used in shoes with a GripForce sole. Clay, Jess and Paris are therefore also fitted with these inlay soles. The CrossForce Fly low & CrossForce X are normally fitted with the ‘Comfort Soft Framework’ inlay sole. This innovative and soft inlay sole is specially designed to use on our Framework sole platform and, thanks to the thicker top layer, offers greater comfort than the regular ‘Comfort Soft’ inlay soles.

Since all of our inlay soles are interchangeable, you can easily choose an inlay sole to match your shoe and your requirements. EMMA Safety Footwear even has solutions for (semi-)orthopaedic adjustments!

Check EMMA Safety Footwear to see an overview of all our inlay soles.