Description
Non-Sparking Intrinsically Safe Ice Cleats for Oil and Gas, Chemical, and Refinery Environments
Product Overview
Standard ice cleats use tungsten carbide or steel spikes that can create sparks when they strike metal grating, steel deck plates, or equipment surfaces. In environments with combustible vapors, dust, or gases, that spark is an ignition risk. The K1 Series intrinsic ice cleat uses non-sparking stainless steel spikes and is certified intrinsically safe to prevent sparking caused by electrical and thermal energy. It is the only fully certified intrinsically safe ice cleat brand in North America. Must be worn with ESD-rated footwear.
Key Features
- Non-sparking stainless steel spikes certified to prevent ignition in areas where combustible materials are present
- Only fully certified intrinsically safe ice cleats in North America, third-party lab tested to international standards
- 10 spikes per pair (5 per cleat) strategically placed under the mid-sole for traction on ice and packed snow
- Rotatable design flips to the top of the boot for driving, climbing, and walking indoors without removing the cleat
- Hi-viz red/yellow elastic strap for visibility in low-light conditions common at refineries and processing facilities
- Specially formulated rubber stays flexible in extreme cold, tear-resistant and slip-resistant
Specifications
| Brand | K1 Series (by SureWerx) |
|---|---|
| Model | Mid-Sole - Intrinsic - Original Profile |
| SKU | V8770160-O/S |
| Size | One Size Fits Most |
| Spikes | 10 per pair (5 per cleat), non-sparking stainless steel, molded in |
| Intrinsic Certification | Certified to prevent sparking from electrical and thermal energy |
| Material | Polymer blend, freeze-resistant |
| Strap | Elastic, hi-viz red/yellow |
| Special Features | Flip-up spikes, slip-resistant, tear-resistant |
| Design | Rotatable mid-sole (flips to top of foot when not needed) |
| ESD Requirement | Must be worn with appropriate ESD footwear |
| Boot Compatibility | Mid-profile heel and non-defined heel work boots |
| Also Available | Low Profile intrinsic, High Profile intrinsic, Heelstop intrinsic |
| Warranty | 1 Year Limited Commercial Warranty |
| Country of Origin | China |
Applications
These intrinsically safe ice cleats are used in classified and hazardous areas where standard metal-spiked cleats create a sparking risk:
• Oil and gas refineries, well pads, and pipeline facilities
• Chemical processing plants and storage tank farms
• Grain elevators and agricultural processing where combustible dust is present
• Wastewater treatment facilities with methane exposure
• Mining operations in areas classified for combustible atmospheres
Cleanflow carries the full K1 Series lineup including standard (non-intrinsic) models for environments where sparking is not a concern. All models are available in the ice traction aids collection.
Buy K1 Intrinsic Ice Cleats Online from Cleanflow
The K1 Series intrinsic ice cleat is for workers who need winter traction in environments where standard ice cleats for oil and gas operations are not permitted due to sparking risk. If your facility does not have classified hazardous areas and standard cleats are acceptable, the K1 Mid-Sole Original uses tungsten carbide spikes at a lower price point. If your crew wears deep tread boots in hazardous areas, the K1 Intrinsic High Profile has taller studs for logger and lineman boots.
Cleanflow Utility Supply Company is an authorized K1 Series supplier. These non-sparking ice cleats ship free from our Winnipeg warehouse across Canada and the USA. Returns are accepted within 30 days at returns.cleanflow.net. Call 1-866-335-1078 for product questions or bulk orders for winter crew outfitting at your facility.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are intrinsically safe ice cleats?
Intrinsically safe ice cleats are certified to prevent sparking caused by electrical and thermal energy when the spikes contact metal surfaces. Standard ice cleats use tungsten carbide or hardened steel spikes that can generate a spark on steel grating or deck plates. In environments with combustible vapors, dust, or gases, that spark can cause ignition. The K1 Series intrinsic ice cleat uses non-sparking stainless steel spikes and is the only brand in North America with full third-party intrinsic certification.
What is the difference between intrinsically safe and spark-resistant ice cleats?
Spark-resistant means the product is less likely to spark but can still generate a spark under certain conditions. Intrinsically safe means the product is certified through third-party lab testing to prevent sparking from both electrical and thermal energy sources. The K1 Intrinsic line meets an internationally maintained intrinsically safe standard. If your facility requires intrinsic safety certification for PPE in classified areas, spark-resistant products do not meet that requirement.
Do you need special ice cleats for oil and gas refineries?
Yes, if workers are entering classified hazardous areas where combustible vapors or gases may be present. Standard metal-spiked ice cleats can generate sparks on steel surfaces. Most oil and gas facilities require intrinsically safe ice cleats for hazardous environments in those zones. Workers in non-classified areas of the same facility (office parking lots, non-process areas) can use standard ice cleats.
What is the difference between the K1 Intrinsic and the standard K1 Mid-Sole?
The standard K1 Mid-Sole Original uses tungsten carbide spikes with a black strap. The K1 Intrinsic uses non-sparking stainless steel spikes with a red/yellow hi-viz strap and is certified intrinsically safe. Both share the same one-size-fits-all rotatable mid-sole design. The Intrinsic costs more because of the certification and specialized spike material. Choose the Intrinsic only if your work environment requires it.
Do intrinsically safe ice cleats require ESD footwear?
Yes. The manufacturer states that the K1 Intrinsic must be worn with appropriate ESD (electrostatic discharge) footwear. The intrinsic certification covers the cleat itself, but the full system (cleat + boot) must prevent electrostatic discharge to maintain safety in classified areas. Check with your facility safety manager to confirm your boots meet the ESD requirement before pairing them with these non-sparking ice cleats.
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