--- title: "Comfort vs. Performance: Can Your Gloves Provide Both?" description: Designed & developed as a breathable glove, the ATG MaxiFlex range of hand protection has become the benchmark for precision handling in dry environments. image: https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/hubfs/atgmaxiflex%20(1).jpg --- [Skip to the main content.](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/atg-maxiflex-ultimate#main-content) [![Blackwoods Expert+](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/BWMA26-0681%20Blackwoods_Expert%20Plus%20(1).jpg?width=2073&height=493&name=BWMA26-0681%20Blackwoods_Expert%20Plus%20(1).jpg "Blackwoods Expert+")](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/expert-plus) [![Blackwoods Expert+](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/hs-fs/hubfs/BWMA26-0681%20Blackwoods_Expert%20Plus.jpg?width=2073&height=493&name=BWMA26-0681%20Blackwoods_Expert%20Plus.jpg "Blackwoods Expert+")](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/expert-plus) - [Safety](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/safety) - Industries - [Manufacturing](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/manufacturing) - [Utilities](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/utilities) - [Construction](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/construction) - [Mining](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/tag/mining) - Content Types - [Articles](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au) - [Videos](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfA8meUWjOmhLQKsUGnLOsQ/featured) - [Catalogues](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/catalogues) - [Events](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/tradeshows) Search [Shop Now](https://cta-service-cms2.hubspot.com/web-interactives/public/v1/track/click?encryptedPayload=AVxigLJKBRVYGEi1kYk6Tr%2FeYuxC38seJfDvw6eoTuOvNyFXrnfbrRzHMycjkDLjD9uDKzBW%2F0rzTTcMAy5MhxouRBWDIHdBEPgdURPs5K8yM3IgUlJVYC0wgLaNPID3rGfSIl%2BZe4I3AOl1nwRrdsN0MD7ScauvzV%2BbOLU6ejZWSYT9Ew%3D%3D&portalId=7298381) Toggle Menu Search Toggle Menu [Shop Now](https://cta-service-cms2.hubspot.com/web-interactives/public/v1/track/click?encryptedPayload=AVxigLJKBRVYGEi1kYk6Tr%2FeYuxC38seJfDvw6eoTuOvNyFXrnfbrRzHMycjkDLjD9uDKzBW%2F0rzTTcMAy5MhxouRBWDIHdBEPgdURPs5K8yM3IgUlJVYC0wgLaNPID3rGfSIl%2BZe4I3AOl1nwRrdsN0MD7ScauvzV%2BbOLU6ejZWSYT9Ew%3D%3D&portalId=7298381) - [Safety](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/safety) - Industries - [Manufacturing](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/manufacturing) - [Utilities](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/utilities) - [Construction](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/construction) - [Mining](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/tag/mining) - Content Types - [Articles](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au) - [Videos](https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCfA8meUWjOmhLQKsUGnLOsQ/featured) - [Catalogues](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/catalogues) - [Events](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/tradeshows) 1 min read # Comfort vs. Performance: Can Your Gloves Provide Both? [![Picture of ATG](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/hubfs/OIP.webp) ATG](https://blog.blackwoods.com.au/author/atg) : 24 January 2022 | **SHOP ATG MAXIFLEX** | | --- | | [![MaxiFlex Ultimate with AD-APT 42-874 Gloves](https://d1hcup9y1az71f.cloudfront.net/images/2021-12/23704656/1_0.PNG)](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/hand-protection/general-purpose-gloves/atg-maxiflex-ultimate-ad-apt-42-874/glove-atg-maxiflex-ultimate-ad-apt-5/p/03062643) [MaxiFlex Ultimate with AD-APT 42-874](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/hand-protection/general-purpose-gloves/atg-maxiflex-ultimate-ad-apt-42-874/glove-atg-maxiflex-ultimate-ad-apt-5/p/03062643) | | ![MaxiFlex Ultimate with AD-APT 42-874Y Gloves](https://d1hcup9y1az71f.cloudfront.net/images/2021-12/23704656/2_0.PNG) [MaxiFlex Ultimate with AD-APT 42-874Y](https://www.blackwoods.com.au/hand-protection/general-purpose-gloves/atg-maxiflex-ultimate-42-874fy/gloves-maxiflex-hv-ye-42-874fy-06-adapt/p/02688456) |   Designed and developed as a breathable glove, the MaxiFlex range of hand protection from ATG has become the benchmark for precision handling in dry environments by combining outstanding comfort with class leading durability and performance. ### Comfort MaxiFlex comfort is assured thanks to the use of ATG's technology platforms that are centered around form, fit and feel. - **AD-APT** cooling technology keeps your hand cool, dry and productive. - **AIRtech** micro-foam nitrile palm coating technology delivers 360° breathability. - **DURAtech** coating provides outstanding durability. - **ERGOtech** technology provides a comfortable fit reducing hand fatigue while maximising dexterity and flexibility. Performance ATG's performance platforms enable them to deliver safety characteristics that provide solutions where hazards may exist. The MaxiFlex range is suitable for all general purpose tasks especially where durability, breathability and dexterity are important. These benefits include: - Excellent dexterity, sensitivity, and tactility - Designed to produce minimal lint and dust - Minimal penetration (strike through) keeps the liner soft on the inside of the glove ### Keeping hot hands cool, dry and productive The AD-APT® Technology is activated by the movement of your hands and increased temperature within the glove, releasing a natural cooling agent that keeps your hand dry and make them cooler. It's designed to last for the duration of the glove and can be laundered.     ### ATG Focused on innovation and quality, ATG designs, develops and manufactures gloves that enhance the performance of the most sophisticated work tool, the hand. 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