Oliver Footwear HS Series 66-298 and HS Series 66-299 Smelter Boots

The HS Series 66-298 and HS Series 66-299 have been introduced to the Oliver Footwear HS Series Smelter Boots, which are specifically designed for operators in ‘hot-metal’ industries.

Both smelter boots use a new improved upper material that is designed to meet the molten metal pouring test requirements of the international EN ISO 20349 standard for foundry and welding boots. The HS Series 66-299 features an external rigid metatarsal guard while the HS 66-298 has a PORON XRD flexible lightweight metatarsal guard that protects the face of the foot.

Both boots have a dual-density nitrile rubber sole, three rows of heavy-duty Kevlar stitching and heat-resistant and flame-retardant leather uppers. There is also leather lining along the heel and foot area of the boots to provide additional heat protection while both boots have full breathable lining and a padded comfort collar.

The dual-density nitrile rubber sole has a soft midsole to cushion the foot with a high-density, hard-wearing outsole. The outsole being resistant to 300°C of surface contact is also resistant to mineral oils and acids, and organic oils and fats. The sole also has good slip resistance (SRC rated) with abrasion and cut resistance as well as EH (electrical hazard) protection.