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The right work socks
Comfort in safety footwear depends on more than just the shoe itself. The right work sock can help improve the foot climate, reduce pressure points, and significantly enhance overall comfort. Discover what matters when choosing the right sock and which ELTEN models are available for different working environments.

Multiple Widths meets Infinergy®
Wellmaxx Fit combines the key elements of everyday working life: a precise fit based on our multiple-width concept and the noticeable cushioning provided by Infinergy®. The result is a safety shoe that maintains a consistent level of comfort for countless hours.

Wellmaxx Recharged
Anyone who spends long hours on their feet will notice the difference: Wellmaxx Recharged takes our best-selling safety shoe, the Maddox, into a new generation. With larger and more visible Infinergy® cushioning that makes every step feel springier and noticeably reduces strain during long working days.

Retro on the outside – state-of-the-art on the inside
Nostalgic design meets modern safety: our new retro series combines a trainer look with contemporary protective technology and high wearing comfort. Ideal for dry working environments.

Redefining Lightness
With Wellmaxx Feel, ELTEN takes lightness to a new level: a carbon toecap, mesh and Infinergy® create a sensation as if you were walking on clouds – and safety shoes that feel just like your favourite trainers.

New Wellmaxx safety shoes
The new Wellmaxx series XXNF, Skywalk and Street bring noticeable relief and sporty design to everyday working life – and are perfect for hard surfaces thanks to their well-cushioned soles.

Light and flexible thanks to Supercritical Foam
Anyone who spends many hours a day on their feet knows: comfort isn’t a luxury – it’s essential. With Supercritical Foam, ELTEN relies on an innovative midsole technology that provides long-lasting cushioning, protects the joints, and makes the workday noticeably easier.

Safety shoes for women’s feet
Safety shoes for women must be tailored to the specific needs of women's feet. And as more and more women opt for professions in supposedly male domains such as construction or crafts, the demand is growing continuously. ELTEN supports tacklers and offers a variety of suitable models.

Aiming high with ELTEN
Stephan Artmann is a passionate arborist. He regularly prunes the trees in the garden of ELTEN's Haus Drei Eschen. Naturally, he also wears the family company's safety shoes for his work.

Trailshaper wear Extraguard
The impressive trails in Geißkopf Bike Park in the Bavarian Forest are the work of shapers Jan and Tobias. During their work, they rely on the new safety shoes from ELTEN with Extraguard upper technology from Gore.

Extraguard redefines robustness
Anyone who works in constant rain, mud or slush needs safety shoes that are robust and waterproof. Shoes with Extraguard combine the best of both worlds: protection and lasting lightness. Read more about Extraguard in our blog.

More stability thanks to Laddergrip
Whether you're at work or at home, there is a risk of slipping when working on a ladder. That's why we have safety shoes in our range that have a sole with Laddergrip. In our blog, we show you what makes these shoes special.

When protection is elemental
The chemical plants in the Höchst Industrial Park in Frankfurt am Main in Germany produce a wide range of products. But one thing is always the same: occupational safety is of utmost importance. To ensure this, some companies opt for ELTEN foot protection.

The outdoor specialist
How about a shoe that combines the experience of over 100 years of safety footwear with the comfort of an athletic recreational and outdoor shoe? For all those who need a casual work shoe for their job, that is also ideally suited for activities such as hiking or walking the dog?

Sustainably produced leather at ELTEN
Dirty from work but as clean as possible in production: that's how we prefer to see our shoes. Sustainability and social responsibility are a top priority at ELTEN. For this reason, we are also a member of the Leather Working Group (LWG). You can read what this entails here.

Tips and Tricks for Caring for Your Safety Shoes
Safety shoes have to withstand a lot. To ensure that you can enjoy your foot protection for a long time, here are some tips and tricks for caring for safety shoes.

Safety sandals for the summer
With our ELTEN S1P or S1 safety sandals, featuring our BOA® Fit System or in our ladies' fit, we have the ideal solutions for hot days ready to hand – and we're taking the fight to sweaty feet and blisters. Read more about our summer all-rounder here!

ELTEN is brand of the century
ELTEN is brand of the century! The German ZEIT publishing group has added ELTEN to the list of brands such as Persil and Miele. Read more about it in our blog.

WELLMAXX for the construction site
That's new in construction! Soft at heart, super tough on the outside: We have combined our new shoes for tough applications with our joint-friendly sole core made of Infinergy® by BASF! The result: our revolutionary WELLMAXX SAFETY-GRIP series. Read more on our blog post.

SAFE IN SAFETY ENGINEERING
As a specialist company with over 30 years of experience, Erkes safety technology offers a comprehensive range of services covering all aspects of key services, alarm systems, video surveillance and burglary protection. We talked to the owner Klemens Erkes about his work in safety engineering.

Find the “right fit” with Ergo-Active 2.0
Whether too narrow or too wide – find the safety shoe that fits you individually! Thanks to the multi-width Ergo-Activ 2. 0 system from ELTEN, there is an optimal fit for every foot.

Tips and tricks against blisters
As soon as you use your new safety shoes for eight hours a day and make the same movements several times in a row, blisters are bound to appear on your feet. We have put together six practical tips and tricks for targeted prevention of painful pressure points and foot blisters.

5 tips for sweaty feet in safety shoes
No sweat, no glory? Maybe. However, sweaty feet are not particularly pleasant. Especially when you wear your shoes for eight hours or more and don't see any way to air the "cheesy feet". The feet get tired, every step feels heavy. Concentration levels drop, there is an increased risk of missteps. Find here 5 tips for sweaty feet in safety shoes.
