Why Palmar?
3 days
Length of time COVID-19 may survive on metal and plastic surfaces.
(UCLA, 2020)
50%
Percentage of Americans afraid to enter large supermarkets due to risks of contracting COVID-19.
2 years
Decomposition period of biodegradable gloves currently available on the market.
Solving the problem of PPE waste
As countries around the world begin lifting lockdown restrictions, the demand for single-use PPE is growing, both within medical and care settings and in everyday life.
When PPE is disposed of incorrectly, it poses a risk to local communities and to the environment. Palmar is a fully compostable solution that is designed with a safe disposal option, reducing the risk of inappropriate disposal. Users can securely transport the used glove home and dispose of safely in green waste bins. It is suitable for use while completing everyday tasks, such as shopping or going to the office.
Palmar is different
We analysed how we use our hands to complete essential, non-medical tasks, from opening doors to pressing buttons. Palmar protects your palm, thumb and index finger for comprehensive protection from the most common surface contact areas, while providing a low-cost, sustainable alternative to traditional gloves. Palmar is not suitable for use in medical or care settings.
Less material avoids unnecessary waste
Palmar's unique stick-on design is specifically designed to protect the areas of the hand that are vulnerable to germ transmission while carrying out essential public tasks.
Single use, without costing the earth
Palmar's cardboard sleeve offers a safe disposal unit after use. This was designed to combat the rise in littering of potentially hazardous materials in our environment.
Utilises fully compostable materials
Unlike any other product on the market, Palmar is fully compostable within 6 months
and leaves no toxic residue. It is EN 13432 compliant and suitable for disposal in food/green waste bins.
Portable design, always with you
Stored in a credit card sized cardboard sleeve, Palmar provides effective incidental hand protection. The cardboard sleeve may be affixed to the lining of a jacket or stored in a wallet.
Always with you
Compact and portable, Palmar is designed to provide comprehensive protection wherever you are. Always at hand, Palmar's adhesive surface allows it to be stored inside a jacket until ready to be used. Alternatively, the glove can be stored inside your wallet within a cardboard sleeve.
Skin safe adhesive
Palmar is affixed to the hand using a low-tack, organic adhesive. Taking inspiration from the screen printing process, areas of the hands that need higher levels of adhesiveness are designed with a higher density of glue dots. In other areas, a lower density of glue dots is used. This allows optimal dexterity of the hand without compromising on protection. By using glue responsibly, Palmar further reduces its impact on the environment.
Approved by Occupational Therapists
Palmar’s design has been approved by Dr Katie Cremin, Assistant Professor in Occupational Therapy at St James Hospital, Dublin. She sees the benefit of Palmar to a range of people in society, including those returning to work and children returning to school and play groups. She notes in particular the ease of application and removal compared to traditional gloves that makes Palmar an ideal option for children. Group play is an important part of children’s development and with Palmar, children may be able to more safely engage in group play with shared objects without risking their physical health.
Intended to be used in conjunction with your own institution or local government's advice on PPE. This product is not intended for use in the care, medical or surgical setting. This product has not been disinfected and is therefore non-sterile. This product is not intended to be a substitute for regular thorough hand washing and must be used in conjunction with appropriate hand hygiene. This product is single-use. At present, there is no validated nor standardized procedure for glove sanitizing for re-use. Do not use cleaning products nor dampen this product. Ensure you read the safety guidelines leaflet before use. In the event of non-compliance with guidelines, Palmar will not be held liable for damages.