MCR Safety K9697-M Kodiak Insulated Sandy Latex Gloves — Medium

The MCR Safety K9697-M Kodiak Insulated Sandy Latex Gloves in Medium provide ANSI-rated cut resistance, Thinsulate thermal insulation, and cold-weather sandy latex grip in a Medium fit engineered for hand circumferences of approximately 8 to 8.5 inches. SKU K9697-M is part of the Kodiak insulated series — MCR Safety's purpose-built cold-weather cut-resistant glove line — and fills the critical Medium size slot for facilities equipping diverse worker populations in refrigerated warehousing, outdoor winter construction, cold-chain distribution, and frozen food processing. For workers who wear Medium-sized gloves and face simultaneous cold exposure and cut hazard risk, the K9697-M delivers a dual-protection solution without forcing a compromise between warmth and safety.

Key Features

• Thinsulate Insulating Liner — high warmth-to-thickness insulating fiber maintains hand temperature in cold-room, outdoor winter, and refrigerated environments without reducing grip capability
• Sandy Latex Palm Coating — textured natural latex maintains reliable grip on cold, wet, and frost-covered surfaces through sustained cold-environment shifts
• ANSI/ISEA 105 Cut-Resistant HPPE Shell — engineered HPPE knit provides protection against the everyday cut hazards of logistics, warehousing, and cold-chain operations
• Medium Sizing (Size 8) — well-fitted for hand circumferences of 8 to 8.5 inches; eliminates fingertip bunching that reduces dexterity in undersized-fit gloves
• Knit Wrist Cuff — close-fitting cuff reduces cold air infiltration at the wrist during active movement and material handling
• Durable HPPE Outer Shell — cut-resistant exterior also provides abrasion resistance against rough cardboard, pallets, and handling equipment surfaces
• Soft Thermal Interior — Thinsulate liner is comfortable against the skin and helps regulate moisture during active cold-environment work
• Multi-Season Versatility — suitable for use across all cold-season months and in year-round cold storage environments

Detailed Description

Medium is an essential size in any glove program serving a mixed-gender or mixed-background workforce. While Large dominates the typical male-skewed warehouse population, Medium is the predominant size among female workers and among men with smaller frames — a population segment that grows as more diverse hiring practices expand the industrial workforce. The K9697-M ensures that Medium-sized workers in cold environments have access to the same level of dual-protection performance as their Large and XL colleagues.

The Thinsulate liner inside the K9697-M addresses the core limitation of uninsulated cut-resistant gloves in cold environments: they provide cut protection but offer no thermal value, forcing workers to wear two layers of gloves (a thermal liner and an outer cut-resistant shell) that together compromise dexterity. The Kodiak integrates both functions into a single glove layer, eliminating the double-glove approach while matching its thermal and protective performance. For cold storage workers who spend 6-8 hours per shift in walk-in freezers or refrigerated rooms, this integration is not a minor convenience — it is a meaningful ergonomic and compliance improvement.

The sandy latex palm coating on the K9697-M is engineered for the specific conditions of cold-environment material handling. When workers handle boxes, containers, and packages in refrigerated environments, surface condensation and frost dramatically reduce the grip reliability of smooth-coated gloves. The sandy texture on the Kodiak's latex coating maintains mechanical contact with these surfaces, providing the grip force needed to securely handle product during picking, packing, and transport operations at cold-room temperatures.

From a PPE program management perspective, the K9697-M rounds out the Kodiak size range for facilities that need to stock the full size spectrum. Medium-sized workers who are issued incorrect Large gloves often experience reduced dexterity, increased fatigue from gripping compensating for glove fit, and decreased compliance rates — all of which the properly fitted K9697-M eliminates.

Applications and Use Cases

• Cold Room Inventory Management — pulling, scanning, and staging product in large cold-room or blast-freeze environments during multi-hour inventory operations
• Refrigerated Truck Loading & Unloading — manually handling cases and palletized product in the refrigerated trailers that service grocery, foodservice, and retail distribution chains
• Winter Trail & Park Maintenance — pruning, brush clearing, and outdoor maintenance tasks in cold weather where cut risks and low temperatures are both present
• Seasonal Agricultural Harvest Operations — outdoor harvest tasks in autumn conditions where cold temperatures and sharp cutting tools both require hand protection
• Cold-Climate Mineral Processing — material handling, sampling, and equipment maintenance at northern mine sites and mineral processing facilities during winter operation
• Dairy Processing (Refrigerated) — handling dairy product containers, packaging materials, and processing equipment components in chilled dairy processing environments
• Marine & Port Operations (Cold Season) — handling lines, cargo, and deck equipment on vessels or at cold-climate port facilities during winter operations

Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Medium the right size for female workers in cold-storage facilities?

Medium (Size 8) fits hand circumferences of approximately 8 to 8.5 inches and is commonly correct for female workers and smaller-framed male workers. Measure at the widest part of the palm (excluding the thumb) and match to the sizing chart. Some female workers may find the Small size more appropriate.

Can the K9697-M be worn over a liner glove for additional warmth?

The K9697-M is designed as a standalone glove with built-in Thinsulate insulation. Wearing it over a liner glove is possible but may reduce dexterity significantly. For extreme cold below the Thinsulate's effective range, consider upgrading to a heavier insulated glove rather than layering.

How does the K9697-M perform in dairy processing environments?

The sandy latex coating provides reliable grip on wet and condensation-coated surfaces in chilled dairy processing areas. For direct dairy product contact, verify food safety compliance with your food safety coordinator, as the Kodiak series is designed for general industrial cold-weather use.

Does the HPPE shell protect against pallet splinters?

Yes. The HPPE knit shell provides both cut resistance and abrasion resistance that helps protect against wood splinters, rough pallet surfaces, and sharp cardboard edges in warehouse and logistics environments.

What is the expected lifespan of the K9697-M in cold storage?

In typical cold storage picking operations, workers can expect several weeks to a few months of daily service. Inspect regularly for coating delamination, worn fingertips, or thinning shell fabric and replace when these conditions are identified.

Why use a Kodiak glove instead of separate liner and cut-resistant gloves?

Using separate layers creates compliance challenges, reduces dexterity, and increases total PPE cost. The K9697-M integrates both functions in one glove, improving worker compliance, dexterity, and cost efficiency.