What United Glove does

United Glove, Inc. is a private wholesale manufacturer of industrial hand-protection products headquartered at 2017 N. Stewart Ave., Newton, North Carolina. Founded in 1984 and operating for over 40 years, the company fabricates more than 2,000 protective products including cut-resistant, heat-resistant, cold-resistant, anti-static, inspection, lint-free, and general-purpose knit gloves, as well as protective arm sleeves, impact gloves, mechanic gloves, and adjacent PPE such as safety glasses, rain suits, and copper-based face masks. Core manufacturing technology centers on machine-knit terry cloth and string-knit construction with PVC, polyurethane, and nitrile coatings applied in patterns including dots, palm coats, webs, and custom grip configurations; the company operates both domestic manufacturing and imported-sourcing capabilities and holds Berry-Compliant status for US Government procurement.

The product portfolio spans ANSI Cut Levels A2 through A5 and is built around materials such as Kevlar, HPPE, Nomex, engineered yarns, cotton, ragg wool, and synthetic leathers. House-brand lines include ATLAS (latex, nitrile, and PVC coated general-purpose gloves), the Sasquatch series, and consumer/retail ragg wool gloves (RG337, RG330FL family); the company also distributes Japanese manufacturer TOWA's ActivGrip and PowerGrab lines in the United States. The business serves three horizontal customer segments: industrial and manufacturing end-users (primary), US Government agencies requiring Berry-Compliant domestic sourcing (secondary), and outdoor apparel manufacturers needing Made-in-USA accessories (secondary).

The go-to-market is sales-led wholesale B2B with no public e-commerce storefront. Pricing is quote-based on case-quantity bulk orders (typically 12 or 24 dozen per case), with distributor inquiry forms, phone (1-828-464-2510), and email ([email protected]) as primary contact channels. Distribution combines direct industrial sales to enterprise end-users with sales through distributor/reseller channels that resell to small and mid-market buyers; the company markets primarily through its product catalog website with no documented digital advertising, social media, or paid acquisition channels. No revenue, headcount trend, or ownership data is disclosed in publicly available material.

Name

United Glove

Legal name

United Glove Inc.

Website

https://unitedglove.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1984

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

United Glove is a private North Carolina-based manufacturer of industrial protective gloves, sleeves, and PPE, founded in 1984, selling 2,000+ SKUs wholesale to distributors, industrial end-users, US Government agencies, and outdoor apparel companies across the United States.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Industrial Work Gloves

NAICS

Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing (31599), Apparel Accessories and Other Apparel Manufacturing (3159), Fabric Coating Mills (31332), Leather and Allied Product Manufacturing (316)

SIC

Apparel & Other Finishd Prods Of Fabrics & Similar Matl (2300), Knit Outerwear Mills (2253)

akta.pro primary industry

Gloves & Mittens Manufacturing (IMAOAFAB)

akta.pro secondary industry

Cold-Weather Accessories Manufacturing (Thermal Sets/Arm & Leg Warmers) (IMAOAFAJ)

Keywords

• Industrial work gloves
• Protective arm sleeves
• Cut resistant gloves
• Heat resistant gloves
• Wholesale glove manufacturing

Headquarters

HQ city

Newton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Revenue model

1. Wholesale Glove Manufacturing: B2B wholesale manufacturing and distribution of industrial work gloves and protective hand products. Products sold in bulk quantities (e.g., 12 dozen per case, 24 dozen per case) to distributors and direct buyers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels1 record

Core offering

United Glove is a wholesale manufacturer of industrial work gloves and protective arm sleeves, fabricating over 2,000 protective hand products including cut-resistant, heat-resistant, cold-resistant, lint-free, anti-static, and general-purpose knit gloves. The company combines USA manufacturing with importing capabilities and produces Berry-Compliant items for US Government procurement, supplying bulk case quantities to distributors and direct industrial buyers.

Product overview

United Glove is an American hand protection manufacturing company that has been in operation since 1984 (over 39 years). The company fabricates over 2000 protective hand products including cut-resistant, high heat tolerant, lint-free, thermal insulated, anti-static, inspection knits, protective sleeves, and general purpose knit gloves. They offer both USA-manufactured and imported products, and also manufacture Berry-Compliant items for the US Government. Their product portfolio spans multiple categories: Protective Arm Sleeves (cut resistant, general duty, heat resistant, high performance), Hand Protection Gloves (chemical resistant, cold resistant, cut resistant, fabric work, general purpose coated/uncoated, leather work, high performance, heat resistant, mechanic, impact gloves), Other PPE (safety glasses, face masks with CuTEC technology, clothing), and Consumer/Retail Products. The company provides various performance coatings including PVC, Polyurethane, and Nitrile in patterns such as dots, palm coats, webs, or custom designs. Products are available in materials including Kevlar, HPPE, cotton, wool, leather, and synthetic materials, with ANSI cut level ratings from Level 2 to Level A5.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ATLAS: Product line of general purpose coated gloves including ATLAS 300, ATLAS 305, ATLAS 350, ATLAS 370BK, and ATLAS 620 series.
• TOWA

Products and services

• Protective Arm Sleeves Arm protection products including cut resistant sleeves, general duty sleeves, heat resistant sleeves, and high performance sleeves made from Kevlar, cotton, and synthetic blends for industrial workers.
• Cut Resistant Gloves Gloves designed to protect against cut hazards, available in Kevlar, HPPE, and engineered yarns with ANSI cut level ratings from A2 to A5 for industrial workers handling sharp materials.
• Heat Resistant Gloves Gloves for heat applications including hot mill gloves, terry cloth gloves, and Nomex-based flame resistant options for industrial and foundry workers.
• Cold Resistant Gloves Gloves for cold weather protection including ragg wool gloves, Thinsulate-lined options, and waterproof cold-resistant models for outdoor and refrigerated work environments.
• General Purpose Gloves (Coated and Uncoated) Wide range of work gloves including latex, nitrile, polyurethane, and PVC coated options as well as uncoated string knit and cotton gloves for general industrial use.
• Mechanic Gloves Work gloves designed for automotive and mechanical work featuring leather palms (goat skin, pig skin), spandex backs, and hook and loop closures for durability and dexterity.
• Impact Gloves Gloves with TPR (Thermoplastic Rubber) impact protection on backs of hands and fingers, featuring synthetic leather palms, waterproof linings, and hi-visibility materials for oil and gas, mining, and heavy industry.
• Fabric Work Gloves Canvas, cotton, and chore gloves including double palm constructions, hot mill gloves, and reversible options for general industrial work.
• Safety Glasses/Eyewear Eye protection including polycarbonate safety glasses with various lens options (amber, grey, mirror) meeting ANSI Z87.1-2010 standards for industrial workers.
• CuTEC N-MASK Face Mask Seamless 3D form-fitting face mask with Copper CuTEC technology for personal protection.
• Clothing/PPE Additional personal protective equipment including rain suits, bump caps, and work clothing for industrial and outdoor workers.
• BUX110 Light Weight Cut Resistant Seamless Knit Glove Lightweight 13 gauge seamless string knit glove made with engineered yarn, ANSI Cut Level 3, suitable for inspection and metal stamping. Reversible and washable.
• BUX500 Medium Weight Cut Resistant Seamless Knit Glove Medium weight cut resistant glove with moisture-wicking properties and ANSI Cut Level 5 protection. Dark coloration hides dirt and grime.
• BUX220 Medium Weight Cut Resistant Seamless Knit Glove Cut resistant glove rated ANSI Cut Level 4, designed for metal handling and metal stamping. Launderable and reversible.
• UX220 Cut Resistant Seamless Knit Glove Cut resistant seamless knit glove rated ANSI Cut Level 4. High performance glove suitable for industrial applications.
• WUX110 Lightweight Cut Resistant Seamless Knit Glove Lightweight HPPE-based cut resistant glove rated ANSI Cut Level 3. Suitable for inspection and metal stamping applications.
• SN35LB Blended Knit Glove with Micro-Foam Nitrile Palm Coat 15 gauge HPPE glove with micro foam nitrile palm coating, ANSI Cut Level A3 protection for industrial handling.
• GA343SCLS Medium Weight Kevlar Glove with Sewn Thumb Crotch 100% Kevlar blend glove with sewn reinforced thumb crotch, ANSI Level 3 cut and heat resistant. 7 gauge seamless string knit.
• CGA326LCPD Medium Weight Cotton/Kevlar Glove with Extended Cuff and PVC Dots Cotton and Kevlar blend glove with extended knit cuff and PVC dots on both sides for grip. ANSI Cut Level 3.
• SMCSP18T Cotton Suspender Non-Slip Sleeve Single ply natural cotton sleeve with thumb slot, knitted elastic cuffs to prevent falling down. Reversible and washable.
• UX18SF Suspender Single Ply Cut Resistant Sleeve Proprietary cut resistant material with suspender construction, moisture-wicking and breathable design. ANSI Level 3.
• United Glove Sasquatch GSG368KW Terry Loop Out Glove Terry cloth loop out seamless knit glove with Kevlar reinforced thumb crotch. ANSI Cut Level 4, cut and heat resistant.
• KKN3DPSL Heavy Weight 2-PLY Flame and Heat Resistant Glove Glove-within-a-glove construction with 100% Nomex outer shell and cotton terry loop inner liner. Flame and heat resistant, machine launderable.
• K326PD Seamless Knit 100% Cotton Glove 7 gauge seamless knit cotton glove with PVC dot coating on both sides. Reversible and washable.
• K335 Medium Weight Seamless Knit Natural Cotton Glove 7 gauge natural cotton glove with continuous knit cuff and colored wrist edging. Reversible and launderable.
• G3604 Heavy Weight Grey Blend Seamless Knit Terry Cloth Glove Grey cotton/polyester blended terry cloth glove with looped pile for softness and padding. Sewn knit wrist, reversible and launderable.
• HM32KS Hot Mill Nap-Out Glove with Knuckle Strap 32oz cotton canvas hot mill glove with nap-out finish and knuckle strap. Heat resistant with 2-inch band top.
• HM28G Heavy Weight Hot Mill with Burlap Lining Heavyweight cotton canvas hot mill glove with burlap lining for extra heat insulation. 4.5-inch gauntlet cuff.
• GA317 Lightweight Cut Resistant Seamless Knit 100% Kevlar Glove 13 gauge 100% Kevlar glove, ANSI Cut Level 2. Lightweight, cut and heat resistant, washable.
• FL24HO Orange Penguin Waterproof and Cold Resistant Glove

Segments3 records

Technology focussed No

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Feature3 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Showa Group: Japanese-owned global manufacturer of knit and coated work gloves. Directly comparable to United Glove's TOWA/ATLAS coated-glove lines and a worldwide benchmark in industrial hand protection.
• Superior Glove Works: Canadian manufacturer specializing in knit and string-knit work gloves, cut-resistant sleeves, and coated-hand protection. Closest head-to-head peer in product mix, customer type (industrial distributors), and Made-in-NA manufacturing.
• Wells Lamont: Heritage US work-glove brand making fabric, leather, coated, and cut-resistant gloves plus cold-weather gloves (ragg wool overlap). Competes directly with United Glove's general-purpose and cold-resistant lines.
• Magid Glove & Safety: US-based manufacturer and distributor of industrial gloves, sleeves, and PPE. Comparable wholesale B2B go-to-market and overlapping presence in knit, coated, cut-resistant, and impact glove categories.
• Youngstown Glove Company: US-based manufacturer specializing in high-performance, cut-resistant, and impact gloves for utility, oil & gas, and first responders. Comparable US manufacturing footprint and direct overlap in impact and cut-resistant SKUs.
• HexArmor: Specialty manufacturer of cut- and puncture-resistant gloves and arm protection for industrial and safety markets. Direct competitor in high-performance gloves and sleeves where United Glove emphasizes ANSI Cut Levels 4 and 5.
• PIP (Protective Industrial Products): Global PPE manufacturer and safety distributor whose Maxiflex, G-Tek, and Kut-Gard lines compete head-to-head with United Glove's PU, nitrile, and HPPE knit-glove offerings via the same industrial distributor channel.

Broad incumbents

• Ansell: Australia-listed global PPE leader with HyFlex, ActivArmr, and Cut Resistant glove lines. Competes in the same cut-, chemical-, and heat-resistant glove categories United Glove serves, with much broader scale.
• Honeywell (PPE / Spyder / North): Honeywell's Personal Protective Equipment division offers a broad portfolio including cut-resistant and coated gloves. Same end customers and distribution channels as United Glove, but vastly larger portfolio and global scale.
• 3M Personal Safety Division: 3M sells work gloves under the 3M and previously the Aearo brands into overlapping industrial and government channels; serves as a benchmark competitor for both standard and high-performance glove categories.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

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Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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