MCR Safety PD5931L Predator Impact Gloves — Large

The MCR Safety PD5931L Predator Impact Gloves — Large (SKU: PD5931L) are engineered for industrial workers who face real, daily impact and crush hazards and need a glove that keeps pace with the physical demands of heavy trades. The PD5931 mid-range Predator series delivers enhanced TPR dorsal guard coverage compared to lighter construction-focused models, combined with a synthetic leather palm designed to hold up through repetitive industrial gripping. In Large, the PD5931L serves the broad segment of industrial workers for whom Large is the right fit — and ensures those workers receive ANSI/ISEA 105 Level 1 compliant dorsal protection in a glove sized precisely to keep guards positioned correctly over the knuckles and dorsal hand surface where impact injuries most commonly occur.

Key Features

• ANSI/ISEA 105 Level 1 TPR dorsal impact guards — comprehensive knuckle and metacarpal coverage
• Synthetic leather palm engineered for heavy industrial grip demands and abrasion resistance
• Size: Large — properly sized fit for Large-handed industrial workers
• PD5931 mid-range Predator series — designed for higher-intensity impact environments than baseline models
• Articulated TPR guard segments allow full hand flexion without guard displacement
• Hook-and-loop wrist closure — secure fit through full range of industrial work motions
• EN 388 cut, abrasion, and puncture resistance ratings
• Pre-curved finger construction for reduced fatigue in high-repetition tasks
• Machine washable — supports regular hygiene and extends service life
• MCR Safety — ISO-certified PPE manufacturer with 40+ year production track record

Detailed Description

The Large size in any industrial impact glove program carries significant operational weight. Along with Medium and X-Large, Large is one of the three most-stocked sizes in heavy industrial and construction PPE programs — which means that specifying the right glove in Large has a direct, multiplied effect on worker safety outcomes across a crew. The PD5931L is MCR Safety's mid-range Predator offering in Large: a glove that moves beyond the baseline performance of lighter construction gloves into genuine industrial impact protection territory, without becoming so bulky or stiff that workers resist wearing it.

The defining upgrade of the PD5931 series over the PD2909 baseline is the comprehensiveness of the TPR dorsal guard system. While both series use thermoplastic rubber for impact energy dissipation, the PD5931 extends guard coverage across a larger dorsal surface area, addressing both the metacarpal shaft region and the full knuckle row with a more contiguous guard footprint. In heavy manufacturing and structural trades, where tools are frequently dropped, equipment edges are encountered unpredictably, and crush events can occur during material handling, this more comprehensive coverage profile reduces the number of impact events that contact unguarded dorsal tissue.

TPR was selected as the guard material for the PD5931 series because of its performance advantages over alternative impact materials. Compared to rigid polycarbonate or ABS plastic guards, TPR provides more consistent energy dissipation across a range of impact angles and velocities — including the oblique strikes that make up a significant share of real-world hand impact incidents. TPR also does not crack or shatter on repeated impact, meaning each guard retains its full protective function throughout the service life of the glove rather than degrading after the first few significant impact events.

The synthetic leather palm on the PD5931L is specified for the demanding grip surface conditions of industrial environments. Workers in fabrication shops, on structural steel projects, and in oil field operations grip tools, pipe, chains, and equipment components repeatedly across long shifts. The palm material must maintain grip function even as it accumulates industrial surface contaminants, and it must resist the abrasion that comes from repeated metal-on-leather contact. MCR Safety's synthetic leather specification for the PD5931 series is selected to meet these demands with a material that maintains consistent thickness and surface texture across the service life of the glove.

For safety officers managing PPE compliance across large industrial crews, the PD5931L offers a concrete compliance advantage: ANSI/ISEA 105 Level 1 dorsal certification provides the documentary evidence needed for hazard assessment records, safety audits, and OSHA inspection responses. The glove's EN 388 ratings add additional documentation for cut and abrasion hazard assessments. WC Safety can supply spec sheets and certification documentation to support your compliance program alongside bulk orders of the PD5931L.

Applications and Use Cases

• Heavy manufacturing, fabrication, and welding support
• Structural steel, ironwork, and construction erection
• Industrial plant maintenance and overhaul operations
• Oil and gas production support and field service
• Pipeline installation and maintenance
• Mining, quarrying, and mineral processing
• Heavy equipment repair and overhaul
• Shipyard construction and offshore platform operations
• Chemical plant and refinery maintenance

Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose the PD5931L over the lighter PD2909L for industrial work?

The PD5931L offers more comprehensive TPR dorsal guard coverage — a larger footprint that covers both the metacarpal region and the full knuckle row more completely than the PD2909 baseline. This expanded coverage is appropriate for heavy industrial environments where impact events are more frequent and potentially higher-energy than in construction or general mechanics applications. If your workers face regular tool drop, equipment edge, or crush hazard exposure in an industrial setting, the PD5931L is the more appropriate specification.

What hand circumference does Large fit for the PD5931L?

The Large size is designed for hand circumferences of approximately 9 to 10 inches measured around the widest part of the palm, excluding the thumb. For workers near the upper boundary, sizing up to X-Large ensures full TPR guard coverage and comfortable fit throughout a long industrial shift.

How do the TPR guards on the PD5931L stay positioned during work?

The TPR guards are anchored through a combination of industrial-grade stitching and adhesive bonding. The guard geometry uses segmented articulation to allow natural hand flexion while maintaining dorsal coverage. Guards are tested to retain their correct position through full gripping motions, flexion and extension cycles, and repeated machine washing.

Is the PD5931L appropriate for workers exposed to chemical splash in industrial environments?

The PD5931L is designed for mechanical and impact hazard protection, not chemical exposure. The synthetic leather palm and fabric back do not provide chemical barrier protection. For environments where chemical splash is an additional hazard alongside impact risk, workers may need a layered PPE approach or a glove rated for the specific chemical family involved.

Can the full PD5931 size run be ordered together for crew outfitting?

Yes. WC Safety stocks Medium, Large, X-Large, and XX-Large in the PD5931 series. Mixed-size bulk orders are readily accommodated for industrial crew outfitting programs. Contact us for volume pricing, size distribution recommendations based on typical workforce demographics, and coordinated shipping.

How should PD5931L gloves be inspected before each shift?

A pre-shift glove inspection should check for: palm wear-through exposing the backing fabric, TPR guard separation from the glove back, torn or frayed stitching at stress points (finger bases, thumb joint, wrist), and closure integrity. Any glove showing wear-through or guard separation should be replaced before the worker enters the work area.

How does the EN 388 rating on the PD5931L support safety documentation?

EN 388 provides standardized ratings for mechanical risks including abrasion, blade cut, tear, and puncture resistance. These ratings appear on the glove's product documentation and support safety officers in matching glove specifications to the specific mechanical hazard profile identified in their hazard assessment. For OSHA compliance documentation, having EN 388 data alongside the ANSI/ISEA 105 impact rating provides a complete mechanical hazard protection picture.

Are the PD5931L gloves suitable for high-vibration tool environments?

The PD5931L provides impact and abrasion protection appropriate for high-vibration tool operation environments such as jackhammering, chipping, or pneumatic tool use. The gloves do not specifically incorporate anti-vibration damping material. For workers with prolonged exposure to high-vibration tools where HAVS (Hand-Arm Vibration Syndrome) is a concern, an anti-vibration glove overlay or dedicated anti-vibration specification should be evaluated.