The developer of latex-free surgical gloves and protective measures has received an order for more than 30,000 pairs from a distributor supplying medical teams in outbreak areas, with a further 40,000 for supply before the end of 2014.

Leanvation was founded in 2013 by former healthcare executives Tony Downes and Jonathan Day, aided through backing from the North West Fund for Venture Capital (managed by Enterprise Ventures).

Jonathan Day, managing director of Leanvation, said:

“Surgical gloves, and the barrier protection they afford, can literally make the difference between life and death for the healthcare workers tackling the outbreak.

“These workers are forced to wear gloves for prolonged periods in hot, sweaty conditions, posing the threat of latex allergy to themselves and their patients. Latex-free gloves remove this risk.

“Because they are much softer than comparative surgical gloves and contain fewer chemicals, they are also more comfortable and can worn for longer with less chance of irritation. This can dramatically reduce the need to remove and replace gloves, and the danger of wearers being exposed to the virus as a result.”

Lisa Ward of Enterprise Ventures said:

“Within a year of starting the business and developing an entirely latex-free surgical glove range, Leanvation has secured orders from the NHS and won its first orders overseas. These achievements demonstrate the value of its products.”

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Words: Peter Cribley