If you are looking for occupational footwear which can be comfortable at high temperatures, then I recommend Safety shoes with heat insulation “HI”.
In this article I will answer the most frequently asked questions about safety shoes with heat insulation, to help you find the perfect product for you needs!
Often safety shoes with the “HI” marking are equipped with heat-insulating insoles, but the biggest part of the protection comes from the outsole and the midsole.
In what cases should Safety footwear with heat insulation “HI” be used?
- if you work in the hot sun
- in summer, when it’s hot
- in jobs where drastic temperature changes are frequent
What standards do they comply with?
The additional marking of safety shoes, including the HI marking, are described in the standard UNI EN ISO 20345, in table 18.
HI Safety shoes are submitted to a specific test at 150ºC. During the test the temperature increase of the inner surface of the sole must not be higher than 22ºC. After the test the footwear must show no signs of damage such that it can’t be used normally anymore, or that its performances are compromised. The footwear must be so made that the insulating materials can’t be removed.
What models of safety shoes with heat insulation should I choose?
Here is a selection of “HI” products with heat insulation, chosen on the internet by SafetyShoesToday:

These tips should help you to find the perfect model of professional shoes with heat insulation “HI” for your needs.
As soon as you choose your perfect pair of safety footwear with heat insulation, you will be better protected and you will live a better working experience.
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