Work shoes Birkenstock QS 500 ESD Natural Leather

Work shoes Birkenstock QS 500 ESD Natural Leather are designed for maximum comfort and protection during prolonged use in demanding work environments. Designed as modern sports shoes with 6 eyelets for laces, they offer a simple and elegant solution for work environments where additional protection against electrostatics is required.

• Brand: Birkenstock
• Model: QS 500 ESD Natural Leather
• Upper Material: Waterproof smooth leather (WRU)
• Insole: Removable, anatomically shaped from cork and microfiber
• Inner Sole: Microfiber
• Outer Sole: Nitrile rubber (SRC), non-slip, oil and gasoline resistant, metal-free

Shoe Features:

The QS 500 model is specifically developed for people working in microelectronics or with high-frequency technology. The ESD version of the shoes continuously and gently discharges electrostatic charges, protecting the user and sensitive components. Antistatic elements in the sole balance potential differences between the user's electric charge and the work environment, ensuring continuous grounding of the feet.

Safety Features:

• Steel Toe Cap (200 Joules): Reliably protects the front part of the foot from impacts.
• Puncture Resistance: Non-metallic sole protection prevents punctures.
• Non-slip Sole: Made from nitrile rubber that is resistant to oil and gasoline and ensures energy absorption around the heel.
• Antistatic Protection: ESD protection meeting EN 61340 standard ensures safe work with sensitive electronic equipment.
• Standard: EN ISO 20345:2011 (S3 protection category), ensuring the highest level of protection at work.
• Sizes: 35-48

Maintenance:

Clean work shoes with a damp cloth and air dry. Avoid using strong cleaning agents and direct exposure to high temperatures to preserve the quality of the materials.

About Birkenstock:

Birkenstock is a renowned German brand with a rich history dating back to 1774. Johann Adam Birkenstock was mentioned as a "subject and shoemaker" in church archives at that time. In 1896, they introduced the concept of an anatomically shaped insole "footbed," which became the heart of all their models. This innovation enabled their shoes to become synonymous with support and comfort. Today, Birkenstock continues to introduce innovations and sustainable practices, as their energy-efficient production since 1990 has reduced energy consumption by 90%. Birkenstock is a globally recognized brand, known for its classic sandals and work footwear that provide exceptional functionality and modern style.

ESD (Electrostatic Discharge): refers to the rapid transfer of static electricity between two objects with different electrical potentials. In work environments where handling of electronic components such as circuits and other sensitive electronic equipment is frequent, unintentional electrostatic discharge can cause damage or destruction of these sensitive components.

To reduce this risk, ESD protective products such as clothing, footwear, mats, and other accessories are used to ensure controlled discharge of static electricity. In the case of ESD footwear, like the Birkenstock Milano ESD model, special footwear features are designed to allow gentle and continuous discharge of static electricity from the body to the ground, while maintaining enough electrical resistance to protect the user from potential electric shocks.

Such footwear is typically tested and certified to standards such as EN 61340, which specifies requirements and test methods for preventing electrostatic damage. Birkenstock Milano ESD meets these requirements, ensuring that the footwear is safe and effective in preventing unwanted electrostatic discharges in sensitive work environments.