# AX Materials: Built stronger, lighter, better\. > AX Materials are built to a new standard of protection and performance so glove brands can deliver durable, high\-quality products\. Generated by Yoast SEO v28.1, this is an llms.txt file, meant for consumption by LLMs. ## Pages - [All Materials](https://www.axmaterials.com/materials/): AX Materials for gloves are specially designed and developed to meet the unique needs for everything from biking, work\-wear, to firefighting\. - [Safety and Protection](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-tech/safety-and-protection/): Our proprietary materials fuse patent\-pending and unique technology with abrasion\-resistant synthetic leather to provide the highest quality protection on the market\. - [Home 2026](https://www.axmaterials.com/): The first \& best material range built for gloves\. AX Materials offers over 60 premium options, from leather alternatives to cut and fire\-resistant protection\. - [Brand Kit](https://www.axmaterials.com/resources/brand-kit/): The AX Materials brand kit includes a range of pre\-existing marketing materials for the brands we work with and customizable options\. - [About](https://www.axmaterials.com/about/) ## Landing Pages - [John Rivolta](https://www.axmaterials.com/john-rivolta/) - [10W](https://www.axmaterials.com/10w/) - [Rivolta](https://www.axmaterials.com/rivolta-2/) - [Rivolta](https://www.axmaterials.com/rivolta-cdp/) - [Rivolta](https://www.axmaterials.com/rivolta/) ## Case Studies - [AKTA Trail Glove](https://www.axmaterials.com/case-study/akta-trail-glove/): With a range centered around premium recycled materials, the North Vancouver\-based MTB apparel brand turned to AX Materials when developing their first glove\. - [Gear Up for Winter with Auclair’s Nordic Ski Gloves](https://www.axmaterials.com/case-study/gear-up-for-winter-with-auclairs-nordic-ski-gloves/): Winter's approaching, nordic skiers are prepping for the cold, and nothing is more essential than having the right gear\. Legendary Canadian glove brand, Auclair, partners with AX Materials to bring three new glove styles to life: the COMP Mora and PRF Canmore to the slopes for their new Nordic Athletic Collection\. - [Flex® Handwear FS\-1™ Performance Gloves](https://www.axmaterials.com/case-study/flex-handwear-fs-1-performance-gloves/): The FS\-1™ Performance Glove is designed at the intersection of performance, comfort, and style\. It offers unrivaled grip with a palm made from AX Cinco RPET\. - [A Step Forward In PPE: Youngstown's FR Emergency Gas Glove Now Features AX Medora™ FR ](https://www.axmaterials.com/case-study/fr-emergency-gas-glove/): Youngstown Glove Company introduces the FR Emergency Gas Glove, designed with AX Medora FR material to provide exceptional flame resistance and flexibility for industrial and utility workers in hazardous settings\. - [Watson Gloves 009 Oil Change](https://www.axmaterials.com/case-study/watson-gloves-oil-change/): Designed to protect both workers’ hands and the environment… that’s the Oil Change from Watson Gloves\. ## Materials - [Swing](https://www.axmaterials.com/material/swing/): Developed with golf and baseball gloves in mind, reaching the perfect fusion of dexterity, softness, and stretch - [Ritter](https://www.axmaterials.com/material/ritter/): Recycled content sourced from discarded fishing nets with a lightweight recycled nylon knit base and durable wet\-PU coated surface - [Hide](https://www.axmaterials.com/material/hide/): A PU\-coated material with an embossed surface, featuring a strong grip and 0\.65 and 0\.70mm thicknesses\. - [Deuce](https://www.axmaterials.com/material/deuce/): Non\-PU palm suede crafted for those who demand both durability and comfort - [Cutora™](https://www.axmaterials.com/material/cutora/): A material for cut\-resistant gloves that combines a palm suede and cut fabric into one streamlined solution\. ## Resources - [Leather Alternatives Vs\. Leather](https://www.axmaterials.com/resource/leather-alternatives-vs-leather/): Leather alternatives can look, feel, and perform just like animal leathers\. Make your products more sustainable with the same or better quality\. - [What Is AX Materials?](https://www.axmaterials.com/resource/what-is-ax-materials/): For years, AX Materials has worked behind the scenes to help bring gloves to life\. Now, we’re sharing the story of where we began and how our first material in 2010 completely shifted the trajectory of the glove industry\. - [The Best Summer Glove Material for Breathability, Comfort, and Performance](https://www.axmaterials.com/resource/best-summer-glove-material/): Discover why AX Cinco RPET is an ideal summer glove material for breathability, grip, moisture management, comfort, and durability across cycling, tactical, work, and recreational gloves\. - [Summer Outdoor Safety Tips: How to Stay Cool, Comfortable, and Protected in Hot Weather](https://www.axmaterials.com/resource/summer-outdoor-safety-tips/): From hydration and sun protection to breathable gear, discover practical ways to stay safe, comfortable, and prepared during summer activities\. - [Glove Materials and Chrome VI](https://www.axmaterials.com/resource/glove-materials-and-chrome-vi/): All AX Materials forego chrome leather tanning and meet global chemical requirements for hexavalent chromium\. ## Venues - [Oregon Convention Center](https://www.axmaterials.com/venue/oregon-convention-center-2/) - [National Exhibition Centre \(NEC\)](https://www.axmaterials.com/venue/nec/) - [Jacob Javits Convention Center](https://www.axmaterials.com/venue/jjcc/) - [Messe Düsseldorf](https://www.axmaterials.com/venue/messe-dusseldorf/) - [Messe Düsseldorf](https://www.axmaterials.com/venue/__trashed-3/) ## Organizers - [Matt Pennington](https://www.axmaterials.com/organizer/) - [Antoine Ravnich](https://www.axmaterials.com/organizer/) - [Matt Pennington](https://www.axmaterials.com/organizer/matt-pennington/) - [Antoine Ravnich](https://www.axmaterials.com/organizer/antoine-ravnich/) ## Events - [Functional Fabric Fair – Spring 2026](https://www.axmaterials.com/event/functional-fabric-fair-spring-2026/): Discover innovative glove materials like GripPlus RPET at the Functional Fabric Fair for enhanced grip and flexibility\. - [Performance Days – Spring 2026](https://www.axmaterials.com/event/performance-days-spring-2026/): Join us at Performance Days to learn about glove materials like SubZero and GripPlus for enhanced performance and grip\. - [SHOT Show – Winter 2026](https://www.axmaterials.com/event/shot-show-winter-2026/): Discover the latest in tactical glove materials and outdoor gear from AX Materials at the SHOT Show, the premier event for industry professionals\. - [The Health \& Safety Event – Spring 2025](https://www.axmaterials.com/event/the-health-safety-event-spring-2025/): AX Materials is attending the Health \& Safety Event in Birmingham, showcasing glove materials for workplace protection\. Discover our solutions for grip, durability, and cut resistance designed to keep hands safe in demanding environments\. - [Performance Days \- Fall 2024](https://www.axmaterials.com/event/performance-days-fall-2024/): Meet us in Munich\! Performance Days is the place to be for sourcing high performance functional fabrics and accessories\. ## Manufacturing Locations - [Korea](https://www.axmaterials.com/manufacturing-location/korea/) - [Vietnam](https://www.axmaterials.com/manufacturing-location/vietnam/) - [Taiwan](https://www.axmaterials.com/manufacturing-location/taiwan/) - [China](https://www.axmaterials.com/manufacturing-location/china/) ## Material Colors - [White](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-color/white/) - [Black](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-color/black/) - [Solution Dyed Black](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-color/solution-dyed-black/) - [Tan](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-color/tan/) - [Red](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-color/red/) ## Material Embossments - [Wavy](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-embossment/wavy/) - [R8](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-embossment/r8/) - [DE\-43](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-embossment/de-43/) - [DE\-73](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-embossment/de-73/) - [AR\-126M](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-embossment/ar-126m/) ## Material Features - [Recycled](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-feature/recycled/) - [Touchscreen](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-feature/touchscreen/) - [Leather Alternative](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-feature/leather-alternative/) - [Fire\-Resistant](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-feature/fire-resistant/) - [Cut\-Resistant](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-feature/cut-resistant/) ## Material Industries - [Outdoor](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-industry/performance/outdoor/) - [Work](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-industry/protection/work/) - [Moto](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-industry/protection/moto/) - [Skiing \& Snowboarding](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-industry/performance/skiing-and-snowboarding/) - [Tactical](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-industry/protection/tactical/) ## Material Performance Features - [Durable](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-performance-feature/durable/) - [Grip](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-performance-feature/grip/) - [Breathable](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-performance-feature/breathable/) - [Touchscreen](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-performance-feature/touchscreen/) - [High\-Dexterity](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-performance-feature/high-dexterity/) ## Material Sustainability Features - [Solution Dyed Yarn](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-sustainability-feature/solution-dyed-yarn/) - [Recycled Claim Standard \(RCS\) Certified](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-sustainability-feature/recycled-claim-standard/) - [OEKO\-TEX® STANDARD 100](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-sustainability-feature/oeko-tex-100/) - [Low DMFa](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-sustainability-feature/low-dmfa/) ## Material Types - [Suede](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-type/suede/) - [Grain](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-type/grain/) - [Textile](https://www.axmaterials.com/material-type/textile/) ## News Types - [Materials](https://www.axmaterials.com/news-type/material-feature/) - [Sustainability](https://www.axmaterials.com/news-type/sustainability/) - [Product](https://www.axmaterials.com/news-type/product-feature/) - [Innovation](https://www.axmaterials.com/news-type/innovation/) ## Resource Types - [Materials 101](https://www.axmaterials.com/resource-type/materials-101/) - [Material Spotlight](https://www.axmaterials.com/resource-type/material-spotlight/) - [Industry Insights](https://www.axmaterials.com/resource-type/industry-insights/) - [Sustainability](https://www.axmaterials.com/resource-type/sustainability/) - [Blog](https://www.axmaterials.com/resource-type/blog/) ## Optional - [Sitemap index](https://www.axmaterials.com/sitemap_index.xml)