Multilayered gloves having enhanced barrier protection

Abstract

A type of multilayered glove consisting of an inner layer, an outer layer, and pigments between the layers is disclosed. The layers can be made of the same or different materials to incorporate desired barrier properties such as oil or chemical resistance to a glove. The layers can also be made of the same or different colors. The glove can have the same physical barrier protection as wearing two gloves, but without the discomfort of wearing two gloves. The glove enhances barrier protection and allows users to detect any breach of the outer layer during the surgical procedure, which enables the user to execute corrective actions before cross contamination occurs.

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Benefits of technology

[0019] The present invention is to provide a novel approach to produce a type of multilayered glove with enhanced barrier protection. The layers can be made of different materials to incorporate desired barrier properties such as oil or chemical resistance to a glove. Dipping a coagulant over the outer layer surface is directed toward eliminating hole defect. Making color differences in layers shows color contrast, and adding pigments between these layers creates a glaring visual indication to users when the outer layer is breached.

[0020] The object of this invention is to make a type of multilayered glove, particularly a surgical or an examination glove, that can provide users with the same protection as wearing two gloves. At the same time, the invention will eliminate the uncomfortable feeling of wearing two gloves and provide enhanced optical effect to indicate the breach of the outer layer during the procedure.

Problems solved by technology

Making color differences in layers shows color contrast, and adding pigments between these layers creates a glaring visual indication to users when the outer layer is breached.

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