Portwest FC44 Compositelite Thor Shoes S3 (Black)

Protective footwear can be cumbersome, awkward to wear and overall decrease dexterity in situations that require meticulous, free movement. Luckily, the Portwest FC44 Compositelite Thor Shoes S3 (Black) keep workforces light on their feet all day without compromising their safety. Coming in a lightweight design, this pair of shoes is the best way to guarantee safety in a variety of industries for protection against the majority of conventional work hazards.

What's Included?

• 1 x Pair of Safety Shoes

Key Information

• EN Standards: EN ISO 20345: 2011 S3 
• Certifications: CE Certified
• Marking: UKCA Marked
• General Resistance: Anti-static
• Additional Resistance: Fuel and Oil resistance
• SRC: Slip resistant outsole prevents slips and trips on ceramic and steel surfaces
• Waterproof: Water resistant

Key Features and Benefits

• Premium leather design enhances cost efficiency and reduces waste
• Padded collar guarantees comfort while on your feet all day long
• Water resistant upper to prevent water penetration
• Composite toecap adds protection from damage to the forefoot
• Pierce resistant composite midsole is ideal for use with dangerous machinery
• Full grain leather for longevity, ideal for large companies wanting to reduce waste
• Anti-static footwear for use in environments with hazardous electromagnetic currents
• Energy Absorbing Seat Region reduces shock to the foot in the case of impact
• Slip resistant outsole to prevent slips and trips on ceramic and steel surfaces
• Fuel and oil resistant outsole for wear in environments with flammable, slippery materials
• Dual density sole unit provides flexibility alongside intense protection
• 100% non-metallic for reassurance in a variety of environments 
• CE certified and UKCA marked for safe and legitimate use in a range of environments

Sizing Guide

The Portwest Compositelite Shoes are available in a range of sizes. Consult the table below and use the drop-down menu above to select your size.

What Do These Standards Mean?

These shoes have the standard EN ISO 20345:2011 S3. Keep reading to find out more about what this means, and why it is so valuable for working environments:

• EN ISO 20345:2011 S3 is a European standard that specifies the requirements for safety footwear: "S": Stands for "Safety" and indicates that the footwear provides basic toe protection. "3" refers to additional features including:
  • Antistatic properties
  • Energy absorption in the heel region
  • Resistance to water penetration
  • Resistance to penetration by sharp objects

Who Can Use the Portwest Anti-Static Shoes?

These anti-static shoes are ideal for a range of industries, including:

• Electronics Manufacturing for protection against ESD when handling electronics
• Semiconductor Industries to prevent damage to semiconductor components (and wearers)
• Computer and IT industries to reduce likelihood of damage to sensitive computer components
• Pharmaceuticals and Laboratories to prevent ESD from interfering with sensitive experiments and samples
• Aerospace and Defence to prevent compromising components such as avionics and computer systems
• Chemical Industries, for when wearers deal with flammable or explosions from static sparks
• Healthcare Industries for use with specialised equipment that could damage medical devices and procedures

Where Else Should These Safety Shoes Be Worn?

Safety shoes are designed to provide protection to the feet in various hazardous work environments. They are typically worn in industries or occupations where there is a risk of foot injuries from falling objects, sharp objects, electrical hazards, slippery surfaces, or other potential workplace hazards. Here are some common areas where safety shoes are worn:

• Construction Sites: Safety shoes are essential in construction sites where workers are exposed to falling objects, heavy machinery, uneven terrain, and other construction-related hazards.
• Manufacturing and Industrial Facilities: Workers in manufacturing and industrial facilities, including factories, warehouses, and production lines, often wear safety shoes to protect against potential foot injuries from heavy equipment, moving parts, falling objects, and industrial hazards.
• Warehouses and Logistics: In warehouses and logistics environments, where materials handling, loading and unloading, and storage activities take place, safety shoes are worn to protect against foot injuries from heavy objects, pallets, forklifts, and potential slips and falls.
• Mining and Extraction: Mining operations involve rugged terrains, heavy machinery, and various hazards such as falling rocks, sharp objects, and chemical exposure. Safety shoes are crucial for miners to protect their feet in such challenging environments.
• Oil and Gas Industry: Workers in the oil and gas industry, including drilling, refining, and pipeline operations, face a range of hazards such as heavy equipment, slippery surfaces, chemical exposure, and potential impact injuries. Safety shoes are worn to mitigate these risks.
• Electrical and Utility Work: Electricians, lineworkers, and utility workers who deal with electrical systems and power distribution wear safety shoes that provide electrical hazard protection. These shoes are designed to prevent electrical shocks and withstand high voltage.
• Emergency Services: Firefighters, paramedics, and other emergency service personnel often wear safety shoes as part of their protective gear to ensure foot safety during rescue operations and hazardous incidents.

Easy Cleaning

Made of 100% non-metallic materials, these shoes have a hard exterior surface for simple, low-maintenance hygiene. This allows the wearer to simply wipe their shoe clean, preventing cross-contamination.

100% Non-Metallic Materials

These shoes are made out of cow leather, for a longer term footwear solution.  This is ideal for cost-efficiency, since good quality leather significantly increases the longevity of this product, plus it reduces waste significantly for large corporations and companies. Check out more information on these materials below:

• Upper: Full-grain leather
• Sole: PU/TPU

Cleaning Instructions

• Use only soft brushes and water. 
• Do not use substances like alcohol, thinners, gasoline, oil or any other chemicals. 
• Keep the footwear, dry and clean, in a proper place at room temperature.

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Technical Documents

For more information on the Portwest Compositelite Shoes, please see the below documents: 

• Technical Data Sheet
• Declaration of Conformity (UK)
• User Instruction Sheet
• EN Certificate (UK)

Delivery

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UK Delivery Charges

Certain orders delivered to the UK are subject to a delivery charge; refer to the table below for more information. Please note that all values are listed exclusive of VAT.