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Document ID (ISN)34223
CIS number 80-1705
ISSN - Serial title 0023-4354 - Koževenno-obuvnaja promyšlennost'
Year 1979
Convention or series no.
Author(s) Antonova L.A., Smirnova K.A., Gudimenko V.I.
Title Heat resistant soles for steelworkers' safety boots
Original title Termostojkie podošvy dlja specobuvi metallurgov [in Russian]
Bibliographic information Oct. 1979, No.10, p.33-35. 2 ref.
Abstract Studies with synthetic rubbers containing 5-25% chrysotile asbestos are reported. The composition of a material offering maximum resistance at a temperature of 150°C is presented. Field trials with safety boots incorporating this material gave satisfactory results in steeworks with open-hearth furnaces and converters.
Descriptors (primary) safety footwear; heat resistant materials; steelworks; work at high temperature
Descriptors (secondary) asbestos; synthetic rubber
Document type D - Periodical articles
Subject(s) Personal protection
Broad subject area(s)
Browse category(ies) Foot and leg protection
Iron and steel industry