A good pair of work sock can help reduce sweaty feet, improve the foot climate and prevent pressure points. Anyone who spends many hours a day on their feet in safety footwear knows how important dry and comfortable feet can be for one’s overall wellbeing. Fit is equally important. If a sock slips inside the shoe or forms creases, uncomfortable friction can occur.
Anatomically shaped footbed
This is why many ELTEN work socks feature an anatomically shaped footbed designed specifically for the left and right foot. Reinforcements at the heel, toe and sole provide additional support in the areas subjected to the greatest stress during the working day. You often don’t notice the difference when you put them on, but only after many hours on your feet.
Cool yarn or wool
The right sock also depends on the working environment. Anyone who does physical work or tends to sweat on warm days will appreciate breathable socks that help maintain a comfortable foot climate. ELTEN’s Perfect Fit ESD socks, for example, utilise climate-regulating COOLMAX® yarn for this purpose.
However, this type of yarn would not be the ideal choice for low temperatures or cold working environments. For these conditions, ELTEN has developed its Thermo-Socks. With a wool content of 20%, they help keep feet comfortably warm during long winter workdays or while working in a cold storage warehouse.
In environments where electrostatic discharge must be prevented, ESD-capable socks are also essential. Models such as the Basic-Socks ESD and Perfect Fit-Socks ESD complement the ESD protection provided by the footwear.
One thing is certain: comfortable footwear is about more than just the safety shoe itself. It is the combination of shoe and sock that makes the real difference. That is why it is worth paying just as much attention to the socks as to the safety shoes themselves.
A model for after work
And comfort and a healthy foot environment don’t have to end when the working day is over. With its Casual Socks, ELTEN also offers a leisure sock for those who value comfort in everyday life. Skin-friendly materials and a pressure-free cuff provide outstanding comfort, whether relaxing at home, strolling through town or on the move.
