ENFORCR+ Ghost® - The Next-Gen Duty Glove

The ENFORCR+Ghost exemplifies design excellence by seamlessly blending form, function, safety, quality, and commercial viability into a single solution. Visually, the glove stands as a testament to subtlety and functionality. Its subdued colours integrate flawlessly into tactical environments, complementing rather than distracting from the wearer’s gear.

Engineered for peak performance, the ENFORCR+Ghost offers exceptional dexterity and protection. By integrating the highest cut rating (Level F) within the thinnest liner, it maximises efficiency without sacrificing comfort. The short wrist design enhances movement, while features like touchscreen compatibility and superior grip significantly elevate the user experience.

Adhering to rigorous safety standards, including EN 388:2016 +A1:2018 and AS/NZS 2161.3:2020 for cut protection and heat resistance, the glove ensures optimal safety for its users. Utilising cutting-edge materials such as Graphex® Cut Resistant yarn and micro sandy nitrile coating, the glove excels in construction quality, ensuring durability and longevity.

The glove represents exceptional value, enhancing ADA’s client organisations’ brand value while promising significant ROI through reduced replacement needs and increased operational efficiency. It is designed to meet both current and future market demands.

Leading innovation in Defence and Law Enforcement gear, the glove leverages advancements in yarn technology. Integrating carbon allotropes into Graphex® yarn epitomises performance consistency through cutting-edge nanotechnology. This proprietary process infuses carbon with select component fibres before extruding the resulting Graphex® yarn for liner knitting, representing a pioneering approach to material engineering.

This innovative yarn technology ensures the glove is not just a product but a milestone in product design practice. The carbon allotropes provide structural stability, resulting in a glove that is thinner, lighter, and stronger than any other cut-resistant glove on the market, without sacrificing maximum cut and abrasion resistance. By pushing the boundaries of material science and manufacturing processes, the ENFORCR+Ghost embodies a unique, imaginative solution within the industry.

The ENFORCR+Ghost Glove sets a new standard in tactical protective gear, exceeding key criteria for good design, including functionality, accessibility, aesthetics, safety, quality, and sustainability. Surpassing the stringent EN 388:2016 +A1:2018 Abrasion Test with over 8000 cycles, this glove demonstrates exceptional durability, reducing the need for frequent replacements and minimising environmental impact through reduced production demands.

User experience has been meticulously considered in the glove’s design, ensuring it meets the high-quality, fit-for-purpose requirements of diverse operational environments. This innovation caters to both general duty police officers and specialist tactical units, combining commercial success with societal benefits.

Key Features:

• Graphex® Cut Resistant Yarn: Utilises cutting-edge yarn technology to achieve the highest cut rating (Level F) while maintaining a slim profile, providing unmatched protection without bulk.
• Discreet Design: Subdued colours ensure compatibility with tactical operations and maintain a low profile in sensitive environments.
• Short Wrist Construction: Enhances mobility and comfort, seamlessly integrating with wrist-worn devices like watches, promoting ease of movement.
• Contact Heat Level 1 Protection: Certified for safe interaction with objects up to 100 degrees Celsius for 15 seconds, blending thermal safety with tactile functionality.
• Micro Sandy Nitrile Coating: Offers exceptional grip in wet, oily, or dry conditions, improving tool handling and operational efficiency.
• Touch Screen Compatibility: Enables seamless interaction with digital devices without compromising safety or requiring glove removal.
• Strategic Reinforcement: Includes a reinforced pad between the thumb and forefinger, enhancing durability in high-wear areas, extending the glove’s lifespan and reliability during critical tasks.

This project exemplifies how innovative design can address complex challenges, setting a new benchmark for good design in Victoria, Australia, and internationally. It underscores the importance of investing in professional design, demonstrating the impactful combination of advanced materials, user-centric features, and sustainable practices in creating superior protective gear.

The ENFORCR+Ghost glove stands at the forefront of innovation in Defence and Law Enforcement gear, propelled by groundbreaking advancements in yarn technology. At its core, the project leverages the science of integrating carbon allotropes into Graphex® yarn, a method that epitomizes performance consistency through cutting-edge nanotechnology.

This proprietary process, which expertly infuses carbon with select component fibres before extruding the resulting Graphex® yarn for liner knitting, represents a pioneering approach to material engineering. This innovative yarn technology ensures that the ENFORCR+Ghost glove is not just a product but a milestone in product design practice. The structural stability provided by the carbon allotropes yields a glove that is thinner, lighter, and stronger than any cut-resistant glove available on the market without sacrificing maximum cut and exceptional abrasion resistance.

The result is unparalleled dexterity, setting a new benchmark in the tactile functionality required in high-stakes environments. By pushing the boundaries of material science and manufacturing processes, the ENFORCR+Ghost glove embodies a unique, imaginative, and innovative solution within the industry. Its clever and original application of advanced yarn technology advances the Defence and Law Enforcement professions and redefines what is possible in product design.

Offering a groundbreaking value proposition, the glove demonstrates how visionary thinking and technological innovation can merge to create revolutionary protective gear that is responsive to its users’ needs.

The ENFORCR+Ghost glove project represents a paradigm shift in protective gear for Defence and Law Enforcement, with far-reaching impacts that promise to redefine industry standards and contribute positively to various stakeholders, including ADA’s clients such as Victoria Police, NSW Police, QLD Police, the Australian Defence Force, end-users, and the environment.

By leveraging carbon allotrope-infused Graphex® yarn, it introduces a glove that merges maximum cut resistance with unmatched dexterity, enhancing user safety and performance efficiency. This innovation improves the quality of life for those in high-risk roles and reduces environmental impact through enhanced durability and reduced waste.

This cutting-edge design technology signifies a leap forward in market positioning for ADA’s clients, showcasing a commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability. Such a distinctive product can boost market share, sales, and customer loyalty by meeting the demanding needs of modern operations with superior protective gear.

Furthermore, the ENFORCR+Ghost glove serves as a paragon of excellent product design, demonstrating the power of advanced materials science combined with user-centric design principles and collaboration between industry, end-users and subject matter experts. It stands to inspire positive industry change, promoting a greater demand for professional design that prioritises functionality, safety, and environmental responsibility.

By pushing the boundaries of protective gear design, this project builds on and enhances Victoria’s reputation for innovative and creative excellence.

Overall, the project exemplifies how thoughtful design can address complex challenges, setting a new industry standard and encouraging a broader appreciation for design’s role in creating a safer, more efficient, and sustainable future.