SHOWA is set to make a strong impact at A+A 2025 in Düsseldorf, where it will unveil a wide range of new product innovations alongside its latest sustainability and service initiatives.
With innovation as the focal point of this year’s stand, the company is introducing 16 new gloves designed to raise performance standards across industries that demand both safety and efficiency.
Among the headline launches is the SHOWA CC700, a glove that successfully combines chemical and cut resistance with high dexterity, meeting a challenge long faced by sectors such as mining, construction and chemicals.
Also making its debut is the TEMRES 282-02, a thermally insulated, breathable and water-resistant glove engineered for cold and wet environments.
Another key innovation is the S-TEX Alpha, which showcases SHOWA’s cutting-edge use of tungsten-based fibres to deliver Level F cut protection without sacrificing flexibility. Visitors will also see the MFT PRO line, which incorporates a microfibre liner for enhanced breathability and comfort while maintaining durability.
Key products
The new Product Demo Hub will allow visitors to experience these technologies in action. Demonstrations will simulate real-world conditions, including chemical and cut resistance trials with the CC700, knife-based testing of the S-TEX Alpha, breathability comparisons featuring the MFT PRO, and a showcase of SafeDoff Technology, which enables safe removal of contaminated gloves.
Alongside new products, SHOWA is underlining its environmental and social responsibility with the launch of ‘SHOWA In Balance’, a global sustainability report detailing progress on reducing the environmental footprint of glove manufacturing and the integration of sustainable materials across its range.
In addition, SHOWA will highlight two service platforms designed to help employers strengthen safety culture and compliance. Sentinel by SHOWA offers on-site risk assessments and structured glove trials, while ChemRest provides detailed permeation data to guide safe glove selection.
Backed by SHOWA’s chemical research laboratories, ChemRest supports professionals working with hazardous substances by enabling more informed decisions in protective equipment.
“As the scale and complexity of workplace risks continue to evolve, our role is to provide solutions that protect workers while also addressing the environmental responsibilities our industry faces,” said Tony Lynch, vice president EMEA & USA at SHOWA. “A+A provides the ideal platform to demonstrate not only our innovations but also our commitment to sustainability and services that deliver long-term value.”
