Lengthened exposure of human skin to the liquids inside of the gloves can cause problems ranging from bacterial contamination of food to occupational skin diseases affecting employees.

At present, hygiene gloves preclude the removal of sweat that builds up from human hands.

Parker Design claims its absorbent disposable inserts provide a physical barrier between the glove material and human skin, which protects both products and employees.

Processors benefit as glove changeovers, due to sweat build-up, are reduced allowing operations to continue for longer extended periods, claims the manufacturer.

The fingerless inserts cover the palm and back of hands, so no further dexterity is lost while wearing gloves.

Infections that can occur as a result from extended glove use are also reduced, saving companies from potential medical expenses, the company claims.

Inserts are made from materials approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for food contact.

Glove inserts are available as medium and large as standards, with special order sizes of small, extra small, large and extra large.

US-based Parker Design is part of Parker Technology and manufacturers a range of insert products for gloves for industries including food, pharmaceuticals and research.