Diadora Utility Vortex DA2 Mid S3S, safety boots unisex

Mid-cut, water-repellent safety shoe S1PL made of technical polyester fabric.

Features

• Aluminum 200J toecap
• K-SOLE anti-perforation insole
• Sole with Double Action cushioning technology
• Toe and heel area with polyurethane reinforcement applied using 3D printing technology
• 3D mesh lining with honeycomb structure and non-slip microfiber
• Anatomical, micro-perforated, antistatic, removable footbed made from recycled, open-cell PU foam, breathable, with activated carbon
• ESD
• Certified according to the EN ISO 20345:2022 standard, S1PS SC SR HRO ESD

K SOLE

Puncture-resistant insole made of several layers of special fabric. The use of these materials guarantees high resistance, in addition to lightness and flexibility. This insole has the advantage that it covers the entire surface of the insole, ensuring absolute protection of the foot. K SOLE is a metal-free insole.

Alu Layer

The lightweight, strong and slim shoe tip made of aluminum alloy ensures maximum security with minimal space requirements.

Nitrile Rubber

High-performance tread made of nitrile rubber, resistant to contact heat up to 300 °C for one minute, oils and hydrocarbons.

EVA

Midsole made of light and flexible material from the Running.

DA2

Diadora's exclusive cushioning system made of two elastomers of different densities, located in the heel and metatarsal area. It is designed to optimally absorb impact.

New standard EN ISO 20345:2022

The new standard EN ISO 20345:2022 has been published and implemented by Regulation (EU) 2016/425. Diadora Utility has updated its footwear lines to ensure the highest level of safety as always.

Essential requirements

• Resistant toe cap 200 Joule + 15 kN
• Resistance, innocuousness and performance of materials
• Ergonomics and comfort of footwear
• Slip resistance on ceramic floor & detergent, heel/toe area

Slip resistance

• SRA - Ceramic floor & detergent, heel/sole
• SRB - Steel floor & glycerol, heel/sole
• SRC - SRA & SRB
• SR - Ceramic floor & glycerol, heel/toe area

Puncture resistance

• Previous standard EN ISO 20345:2011:P ø = 4.5 mm Puncture-resistant insert metallic or non-metallic
• P - Metallic anti-perforation insert, ø = 4.5 mm
• PL - Non-metallic anti-perforation insert, ø = 4.5 mm
• PS - Non-metallic anti-perforation insert, ø = 3.0 mm

Other requirements and markings

• E - Energy absorption in the heel area
• A - Antistatic
• WPA - Outer garment resistant to water penetration and absorption
• WR - Waterproof lining
• CI - Warm lining
• HI - Heat insulation
• SC - Toe protection
• HRO - Outsole with resistance to contact heat
• LG - Ladder-grip profile
• FO - Hydrocarbon-resistant sole

Safety classes for safety shoes

Safety class S1 – with protective cap

Area of application: dry area

Safety shoes in safety class S1 are mostly used in dry environments. The main areas of application are, for example, industry, Craftsmanship and logistics. Safety class S1 fulfills all basic requirements according to EN ISO 20345.

Requirements of safety class S1:

• Toe protection cap 200 joules
• Continuous heel section
• Antistatic
• Energy absorption capacity in the heel area

EN ISO 20345 Safety shoes with toe protection for heavy loads, the protective effect of which is tested against impact with a test energy of at least 200 joules and against pressure with a pressure load of at least 1,500 newtons. With toe cap, full-length heel, antistatic, energy absorption in the heel area.

Safety class S1P – protective cap/puncture protection

Area of application: dry areas and where there is a risk of sharp and pointed objects penetrating the shoe.

Safety shoes in protection class S1P have a protective cap and a puncture-resistant sole. They are suitable for indoor use or for dry outdoor areas where sharp objects may be present. Safety class S1P meets all the basic requirements of EN ISO 20345.

Requirements of safety class S1P:

• Toe cap 200 joules
• Continuous heel section
• Antistatic
• Energy absorption capacity in the heel area
• Puncture resistance of the outsole

EN ISO 20345 safety shoes with protective toecap for heavy loads, the protective effect of which is tested against impact with a test energy of at least 200 joules and against pressure with a pressure load of at least 1,500 newtons. With protective toecap and penetration protection (penetration-resistant insert), full-length heel area, antistatic, energy absorption capacity in the heel area.

Safety class S2 – protective cap/water-repellent

Area of application: areas where moisture is to be expected.

Safety shoes of protection class S2 are mostly used in damp environments. They are well suited for outdoor or indoor work and in areas where moisture is to be expected. Safety class S2 meets all the basic requirements of EN ISO 20345.

Requirements of safety class S2:

• With protective toe cap 200 joules
• Continuous heel
• Antistatic
• Energy absorption capacity in the heel area
• Water-repellent features – water-impermeable, approx. 1 hour

The main areas of application are, for example: Industry, craftsmanship, logistics and Engineering. EN ISO 20345 Safety shoes with a protective toecap for heavy loads, the protective effect of which is tested against impact stress with a test energy of at least 200 joules and against pressure at a pressure load of at least 1,500 newtons. With a protective toecap, full-length heel area, antistatic, energy absorption capacity in the heel area, water-repellent features.

Safety class S3 – protective cap/puncture protection/water-repellent

Area of application: areas where moisture is to be expected and where there is a risk of penetration by pointed and sharp objects.

Safety shoes in protection class S3 have a protective cap, a nail-penetration-resistant midsole and are water-repellent. They are suitable for working outdoors or on construction sites. The S3 protection class meets all basic requirements according to EN ISO 20345.

Requirements of protection class S3:

• Toe cap 200 joules
• Continuous heel section
• Antistatic
• Energy absorption capacity in the heel area
• Penetration resistance of the outsole
• Fuel resistance (petrol and oil)
• water-repellent features – water-impermeable, approx. 1 hour

EN ISO 20345 safety shoes with a protective toecap for heavy loads, the protective effect of which is tested against impact with a test energy of at least 200 joules and against pressure at a pressure load of at least 1,500 newtons. With toe protection and puncture protection (puncture-resistant insole), full-length heel area, antistatic, energy absorption in the heel area, water-repellent features, profiled sole.

Protection class S5 – protective cap/puncture protection/water-repellent

Area of application: wet areas.

EN ISO 20345 safety boots with protective toecap for heavy loads, the protective effect of which has been tested against impact stress with a test energy of at least 200 joules and against pressure at a pressure stress of at least 1,500 newtons. With toe cap and puncture protection (puncture-resistant insert), full-length heel area, antistatic, energy absorption capacity in the heel area, water-repellent properties, profiled sole.

Protection class S6 – waterproof

Area of application: wet areas.

Safety class S6 refers to shoes with the features of safety class S2, with the only difference being that S6 shoes are completely waterproof. These shoes are usually made with membranes.

EN ISO 20345 Safety boots and shoes with a protective toecap for heavy-duty use, in which the protective effect against impact with an energy level of at least 200 joules and against pressure with a compressive force of at least 1,500 newtons is tested. With protective toecap, full-length heel, antistatic, energy absorption capacity in the heel area, waterproof features, profiled sole.

Protection class S7, S7L, S7S – protective toecap/penetration protection/waterproof

Area of application: wet areas.

EN ISO 20345 safety boots with protective toecap for heavy loads, the protective effect of which is tested against the effects of an impact with a test energy of at least 200 joules and against pressure at a pressure load of at least 1,500 newtons.

With toe protection and puncture protection (puncture-resistant insole), full-length heel area, antistatic, energy absorption capacity in the heel area, water-repellent properties, profiled sole.

Safety shoes of protection class S7 have the features of S6 shoes (which are based on protection class S2) and offer puncture resistance thanks to their steel sole. In addition, certain areas of the outsole must have an open-sided profile with a minimum depth of 2.5 millimeters.

The shoes of the S7L safety class have a textile insert that can withstand a 4.5 millimeter test nail; the textile insert of S7S shoes has been tested with a 3 millimeter test nail.