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Our commitment to quality and safety

For us, quality means constantly striving for excellence

Since day one, we have promoted a strong corporate culture based on transparency, respect, collaboration, and innovation, involving both our internal team and external consultants to optimize every aspect of production.

As proof of this commitment, Giasco is ISO 9001 certified, confirming compliance with strict quality management standards to ensure that our safety footwear meets the needs of customers and stakeholders.

EN ISO 20345:2022
The New European Standard

  • The EN ISO 20345:2022 standard defines the basic and additional (optional) requirements for safety footwear.
  • It covers, among others, mechanical risks, slip resistance, thermal hazards, and ergonomic performance. It also introduces new requirements and markings.
Quick guide
Symbols of the new standard
The EN ISO 20345:2022 standard defines the basic and additional (optional) requirements for safety footwear. It covers, among others, mechanical risks, slip resistance, thermal hazards, and ergonomic performance. It also introduces new requirements and markings.
  • Sole resistance to hydrocarbons
  • Impact resistance of toecap (200J + 15kN)
  • Slip resistance
  • Energy absorption in the heel area
  • Electrical resistance antistatic footwear
  • Puncture resistance metallic insert nail (ø 4.5mm)
  • Sole insulation from cold (down to -30°C)
  • Sole insulation from cold (down to -17°C)
  • Sole insulation from heat
  • Sole resistance to contact heat
  • Water penetration and absorption (upper)
  • Water-resistant footwear
  • Toecap abrasion resistance
  • “Ladder grip” grip on ladders
  • Slip resistance (ceramic floor + glycerine)
  • Water penetration and absorption (upper)
  • Puncture resistance non-metallic insert nail (ø 4.5 mm)
  • Puncture resistance non-metallic insert nail (ø 3 mm)

🇩🇪 DGUV 112-191
Safety and orthopedic comfort

  • German regulation for the use of orthopedic insoles in safety footwear compliant with EN ISO 20345:2011.
  • It promotes greater stability, correct posture, and improved comfort for those suffering from foot conditions.
  • We collaborate with Mander-Malms Gmbh, specialized in custom orthopedic insoles for Giasco footwear.
🇺🇸 ASTM F2413-18
American Safety Standard

Giasco certifies its footwear according to the strict ASTM F2413-18 standard, which defines the safety requirements in the United States. Our footwear is tested at Precision Testing in Nashville, TN, one of the leading certification laboratories in the USA.

ASTM certification criteria:
  • I - Impact protection
  • C - Compression protection
  • PR - Puncture resistance
  • EH - Protection against electrical hazards
  • SD - Antistaticity (1-100 megaohms)
  • MT - Metatarsal protection
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