Is alloy as good as steel toe?

ALLOY TOE WORK BOOTS Alloy toes are probably our most popular safety toe. They’re made from lightweight materials like aluminum and titanium, but they’re as strong as steel.

Which is better alloy toe or composite?

Steel and aluminum alloy toe caps are much more thermally conductive compared to composites. This means that composite toe caps will help to keep feet and toes warmer especially when working outdoor in extreme cold or in refrigerated food processing plants.

What is alloy toe made of?

Alloy toes are made from lightweight materials such as titanium, aluminum or a combination of other light materials. They have recently gained in popularity due to their lighter, more comfortable design.

Are alloy toe shoes OSHA approved?

Workers can still wear overshoes, but overshoes do not count as protective equipment. Protective footwear includes steel toe, alloy toe or composite toe shoes and boots. Work boots must pass impact and compression resistance standards to be ASTM-certified.