occupational shoes
Everything about work shoes - what protection classes exist, what to consider when wearing them, and for which work areas they are suitable.O1 - comply with the standard EN ISO 20347 and offer basic protection for everyday work in dry environments. They feature a closed heel area, are antistatic, fuel-resistant, and absorb energy in the heel area – ideal for long standing or walking. The slip-resistant outsole ensures secure footing on industrial floors. O1 shoes do not have a toe cap and are not water-repellent, which is why they are particularly used in indoor areas and dry work environments, such as in logistics, warehousing, or care.
O2 - builds on the properties of the O1 class and adds a water-repellent upper material. This makes professional shoes of class O2 well-suited for activities outdoors or in damp work areas where additional moisture protection is required. They also offer antistatic properties, fuel resistance, energy absorption in the heel area, and slip-resistant soles. O2 shoes thus provide reliable comfort and protection in light moisture – e.g., in building cleaning, in trades, or for occasional outdoor use.
O6 - is part of the revised standard EN ISO 20347:2022 and stands for professional shoes with an extended range of functions. It includes all the features of the O2 class – such as water repellency, antistatic properties, slip resistance, and energy absorption, and additionally meets stricter requirements for comfort, breathability, and ergonomics. Depending on the model, O6 shoes may also have improved cushioning, more durable materials, or puncture protection. This class is aimed at users who want to combine high wearing comfort with comprehensive protection – for example, in construction, in care, or in industrial manufacturing.
Safety shoes
Here you will find all the important information about safety shoes - from protection classes and standards to materials and areas of application.The penetration protection in your S3 safety shoe protects your feet from painful injuries that can occur if you step on a nail or another sharp object, for example. To make the sole of your work shoe impenetrable (puncture-resistant), there are two options:
Metal penetration protection, e.g. steel insole
- A steel insole is particularly characterized by its durability and resistance. It can be found, for example, in the safety shoes of the ALBATROS line CLEAR TPU (linking the words “ALBATROS line CLEAR TPU”, opening in a new tab, at https://tc1jpg-ww.myshopify.com/products/gravitation-mid), which were specifically developed for the areas of industry, construction, assembly, and manufacturing.
Non-metallic FAP® penetration protection
- FAP is our specially developed, non-metallic material made of multiple layers of extremely tear-resistant textile fibers for safety shoes. The FAP insole offers you even more comfort, flexibility, cold insulation, moisture absorption, and shock absorption and can be found in most of our S3 work shoes.
