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The Shova Fishing Gumboot is a unisex PVC gumboot that features exceptional grip and a simple, yet effective draining system custom-made for fishing. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or a beginner, the Shova fishing gumboot is designed to cater to all levels of fishermen and women. Explore the features and benefits of this essential fishing … continue reading this article.
At Neptun, we understand the importance of safety footwear in mining. Our range of mining safety boots are designed to withstand tough mining environments and provide maximum footwear protection to the wearer. Our selection of mining safety boots offers a wide range of options to cater to different needs. The Stimela gumboot is a steel … continue reading this article.
Over the years at Neptun Boot, we have become one of the leading footwear manufacturers in Southern Africa – supplying innovative safety footwear to the mining, agriculture, food processing, and general industries. More About Neptun Boot Starting in 1977, Neptun began using locally sourced PVC compounds to supply quality PVC gumboots to the agriculture and … continue reading this article.
At Neptun Boot, we pride ourselves on our reputed safety gumboots. Our Stimela gumboots are a benchmark for safety gumboots in Southern Africa and are recognised worldwide for their patented metatarsal protector. This is an in-depth guide into the various safety features that make our Stimela and Stimela XP ranges first-class safety gumboots. Complete Protection … continue reading this article.
At Neptun, we offer two different styles of green gumboots – the Shova, a unisex general-purpose gumboot, and the Marina, a ladies’ general-purpose gumboot. Our green gumboots come in a range of styles (from clog to tall) and are specially designed for the agriculture and food processing industries. Our Shova and Marina green gumboot ranges … continue reading this article.
Personal protective wear is a requirement in demanding environments and a pair of PPE gumboots can be an excellent option as safety footwear. PPE gumboots are durable, waterproof, and easily cleaned. Choosing the proper protective footwear for the job is essential and a good pair of PPE gumboots can keep workers safe and comfortable. In … continue reading this article.
A leather Chelsea safety boot is a convenient slip-on style safety boot with an elasticized ankle gusset, a pull tab at the back of the boot, and a metal-free toe cap. Certain industries will be more demanding on feet and contain dangerous environments that can harm workers without the proper equipment and uniform. That’s why … continue reading this article.
Black gumboots are practical, functional, hard-wearing, and suitable for use across many industries. At Neptun, our wide range of safety footwear includes general-purpose and heavy-duty gumboots of which a popular colour option is black gumboots available in various styles. Marina Gumboot Marina gumboots are designed to be functional and hard-wearing, and our Marina gumboots range … continue reading this article.
The mining industry has unique needs when it comes to personal protective equipment – this is particularly true for safety footwear for mineworkers. Heavy-duty gumboots offer protection from falling objects, sharp protruding items, slippery surfaces, and other obstacles that might pose a danger to the workers’ ankles and feet. At Neptun Boot, we offer a … continue reading this article.
Neptun safety boots come in a range of different styles that make them suitable for many different working environments. Depending on the specific safety requirements of your workplace, you may need the protection of either a metal-free safety boot or a PVC gumboot with steel safety features. Read through our wide range of safety footwear options below … continue reading this article.
Safety shoes in South Africa are used to ensure the wearer is protected against injury across a wide variety of industries. The SafeLite safety shoe from South Africa offers a range of benefits for those that require a lighter, more comfortable safety shoe that still offers full protection. As one of the largest safety footwear … continue reading this article.
For many industries, choosing safety footwear is not just a question of protection and comfort, but also of hygiene, making white gumboots the ideal choice of safety footwear for workers in the food processing, medical and agricultural industries. The Benefits of White Gumboots Made from nitrile PVC, Neptun Boot’s white gumboot ranges are oil/fat, acid … continue reading this article.
When it comes to hard-wearing footwear that can withstand tough work environments, safety PVC gumboots are one of the best and most versatile options to keep you safe while you work. Polyvinyl chloride, or PVC, a plastic-based polymer, is a versatile material that we use to create highly waterproof and lightweight boots. While a simple pair … continue reading this article.
Steel toe gumboots are a well-trusted form of safety footwear that combines the waterproof benefits of PVC gumboots and the heavy-duty protection of a steel toe boot. Demanding industries like mining, forestry, construction and more, require protective safety footwear that can withstand tough conditions and dangerous workplace hazards. Benefits of Steel Toe Cap Protection There … continue reading this article.
For 45 years, we’ve used our expertise to provide innovative and superior safety footwear to many industries, and we have become a trusted gumboot manufacturer in South Africa and across the world. Starting in 1977 we begin manufacturing gumboots for the agriculture and general industry and have since expanded our gumboot range, offering a wide … continue reading this article.
The Original Black Toffee Commodore Gumboot by Neptun Boot was our very first gumboot manufactured for safety protection with a steel toe cap. Since our inception in 1977, we’ve been dedicated to creating innovative and high-quality footwear that protects the mining, agriculture, medical, and food processing industries and beyond. Our range of superior-quality PVC gumboots … continue reading this article.
Tough jobs require tough protection, from your head to your toes. In the safety footwear industry, products have to be innovatively designed to suit a wide range of safety requirements. The SafeLite Safety Boot and Shosholoza Gumboot by Neptun Boot are both well-recognised in Southern Africa for their innovative safety features, which make them a … continue reading this article.
Versatile and durable, the Neptun Boot Shova gumboot offers superior protection in a variety of styles for a range of industries. From your head to your toes, your personal protective equipment should keep you safe while you work so that you can get the job done, and the Shova gumboot is one of the most … continue reading this article.
Each industry has their own unique safety requirements, tailored to their own distinct specifications. One such sector is the automotive industry, for which metal-free safety boots serve a very important purpose. The automotive industry is the largest manufacturing sector in South Africa’s economy, employing 110,000 people across vehicle and component manufacturers. It also comes with … continue reading this article.
The iconic Shosholoza gumboot from Neptun Boot is a benchmark for mining gumboots in Southern African and is well recognised around the world for its patented metatarsal protection. Available with international certifications under the brand Stimela, the Shosholoza gumboot was the 2007 winner of the prestigious DISA AWARD (Design Institute South Africa) in the Mining and Industrial … continue reading this article.
A quality pair of kids gumboots is one of the best ways to ensure that your child can enjoy the world around them without you having to worry about them getting dirty, wet, or cold feet. In Clipper Kids Gumboots, you can be sure that your kids are protected from the elements and having fun … continue reading this article.
In light of our recent engagements with SAFLEC, Neptun Boot is on a journey and mission to help our current situation. In fact, prior to the recent unrest and riots, we had identified the need for South Africans to start supporting local. “We really want this to become a reality and we need South Africans … continue reading this article.
Metal-free mining safety boots feature composite toe caps, as opposed to the more traditional steel toe caps. While composite toe caps offer the same durability as steel toe caps, they are much lighter. Metal-free mining safety boots can contribute to decreasing fatigue for mine workers who are on their feet and walk long distances underground … continue reading this article.
Forestry gumboots need to be heavy-duty and able to protect workers from the many dangers present in the forestry industry. Safety toe protection, an anti-penetration midsole, metatarsal protection, and non-slip soles are all important safety features that forestry safety footwear should ideally feature. The forestry industry is one of the most hazardous industrial sectors in … continue reading this article.
The Dangers of the Mining Industry Mining safety boots need to fulfill a number of protective requirements to adequately protect wearers from a variety of workplace hazards found in mining. These hazards can include heavy objects that can fall on feet, slippery or muddy surfaces that can cause slips and falls, and sharp objects that … continue reading this article.
The food processing industry has some of the highest standards of hygiene and safety when it comes to personal protective wear. A high-quality pair of anti-bacterial PVC food processing gumboots is of utmost importance to make sure that an employee is adequately protected from physical and chemical hazards, as well as reducing contamination risks while … continue reading this article.
General-purpose gumboots are waterproof, so that workers in a number of industries are protected from wet conditions. General-purpose gumboots are easy to clean and aim to provide superior footwear protection to the medical, food processing, and agricultural industries. No matter what the industry, an effective pair of high-quality gumboots can be the difference between being … continue reading this article.
The story of gumboot dancing in South Africa is a story of expression, communication, and solidarity. Gumboot dancing began in the mines, where mineworkers used their gumboots to create a code so that they could communicate with each other while they worked. From these roots, it evolved into a rich and colourful tradition. Mineworkers would … continue reading this article.
Neptun Boot’s Cradle to the Grave recycling policy aims to combat the harmful effects of plastic waste, as well as keep product costs down for our entry-level markets, ensuring that we offer the best product for an affordable price while also taking care to manufacture that product responsibly. Our PVC recycling process occurs over three … continue reading this article.
Gumboots with steel toe caps are an essential part of personal protective equipment for miners, helping to alleviate the risk of injuries to the feet and keep mineworkers comfortable while they work. The Shosholoza gumboot with steel toe cap from Neptun Boot is a heavy-duty knee-length PVC gumboot, designed to be hard-wearing and withstand tough … continue reading this article.
These recent months have been an unprecedented time for the global and South African economy, and have brought to light even more than before the importance of supporting local businesses and locally made products. At Neptun, we’re proud to be based in South Africa and provide our products to local communities. We’re passionate about the … continue reading this article.
PPE and the Coronavirus Access to Personal Protective Equipment, or PPE, has become one of the most important factors in the global battle against the coronavirus. Things like face-masks, gloves, and face visors can provide vital protection against the virus for medical personnel on the frontlines. But one aspect of PPE that is often left … continue reading this article.
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