Ansell 56-001 AlphaTec 7-8 mil PVC Apron (72/Case)

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56-001

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13.00 LBS

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72 Aprons

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Description
Technical Vault

Ansell AlphaTec® 56-001 Medium-Duty PVC Protective Apron (Blue) — 7–8 mil Vinyl (PVC) with Sewn-Edge Finish, Permanently Sealed PVC Grommets + Three-Piece 28" Ties, Bib Style (33" x 44" or 33" x 54") (72/Case)

PPE Apron Vinyl (PVC) 7–8 mil (8 mil nominal) Sewn-Edge Finish Sealed Grommets + 28" Ties 33" x 44" or 33" x 54" 72/Case Silicone-free: Not Tested

Overview

AlphaTec® 56-001 is a medium-duty PVC (vinyl) bib apron engineered to help reduce torso and lap exposure from routine splash, drip, and overspray. The manufacturer describes a 7–8 mil PVC fabric with a sewn-edge finish, permanently sealed PVC grommets, and three-piece 28-inch ties for an adjustable, consistent fit.

SOSCleanroom emphasizes Ansell as best-in-class because safety programs rely on consistent specifications, dependable documentation, and supply continuity. Our close working relationship with Ansell helps customers standardize PPE, reduce substitution risk, and keep training expectations consistent across shifts and sites.

Why this apron matters for safety

Controls common exposure zones: helps protect the torso and lap where splash and drip exposure typically lands during transfers, sanitation, and maintenance.
Durability at wear points: sewn-edge finish and sealed grommets are intended to reduce edge wear and tie-point failures under repeated movement.
Fit retention is a safety feature: 28" ties and sealed grommets help keep coverage consistent during bending, lifting, and repetitive motion.
Right-size your coverage: two bib sizes help align protection to task exposure and wearer height/reach.

Typical work areas and tasks supported (published examples)

Plant disinfection and sanitization
Equipment maintenance and repair
Transferring liquids
Canning, bottling, storing, and transportation
Food processing support tasks (e.g., packing fillets and ground meat)

Key specifications (published)

SKU	56-001
Product material	Vinyl (PVC)
Thickness	7–8 mil (listed as 8 mil)
Finish / build	Sewn-edge finish (published)
Fit hardware	Permanently sealed PVC grommets; three-piece 28" ties
Closure type	Integral ties
Available sizes	33" x 44" and 33" x 54"
Color	Blue (this SKU; manufacturer also lists Blue or White)
Case configuration	72 aprons/carton (case unit: 72 aprons)
Silicone-free	Not tested (published)

Always confirm chemical compatibility and required PPE using your site hazard assessment and the applicable SDS for chemicals in use. Aprons reduce torso exposure; depending on the task, chemical-resistant gloves and eye/face protection may also be required.

Packaging and handling

Shipped as a case of 72 aprons. Stage aprons near point-of-use so teams do not delay PPE when splash tasks occur unexpectedly.

Follow your facility SOP for wipe-down, segregation, and disposal based on the chemicals and soils encountered.

Storage and lifecycle control

Store in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight and heat sources to preserve vinyl flexibility.
Avoid sharp edges during staging and storage to prevent micro-cuts and tears.
Inspect before use (tears, pinholes, grommet/tie damage) and remove from service if compromised.

Documentation

Use manufacturer documentation alongside your hazard assessment to support PPE selection, training, and safe-work procedures.

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The Technical Vault By SOSCleanroom

PPE Safety Article AlphaTec® 56-001 7–8 mil PVC Sewn-Edge + Sealed Grommets Sanitation + Maintenance

The real exposure pattern is “small and frequent”

In most facilities, risk does not arrive as one major incident. It shows up as routine splash, drip, and overspray during transfers, wash-down, equipment servicing, and staged handling. Over time, repeated “minor” contact can drive soaked garments, irritation, and inconsistent PPE behaviors. A bib apron is a practical barrier control because it targets the torso and lap where exposure commonly lands.

Why 56-001 is a practical “workhorse” apron

AlphaTec® 56-001 is described as a 7–8 mil PVC (vinyl) apron with a sewn-edge finish. In practical terms, that focus on construction matters because aprons fail where facilities stress them: at edges, at tie points, and under repeated motion. A sewn-edge finish and sealed grommets are intended to support durability so the apron stays wearable—and PPE that stays wearable is PPE that gets worn consistently.

Operational takeaway

Standardizing one proven apron spec improves training consistency, reduces “close enough” substitutions, and supports predictable protection across teams.

Fit retention is a safety feature, not a convenience

Aprons protect only when coverage stays where it should. The manufacturer describes permanently sealed PVC grommets and three-piece 28-inch ties to enable size adjustment without tear-out and to maintain a consistent fit. When coverage drifts, the hazard does not wait—splashes happen during bending, lifting, disconnecting, and pouring.

Standardize donning: train one tie method so drifting coverage does not become “normal.”
Select bib length intentionally: choose 33" x 44" for standard coverage; move to 33" x 54" when the task/exposure zone justifies longer protection.
Define change triggers: tears, pinholes, heavy soil load, or major splash events should prompt replacement per SOP.

Aprons are one component of the PPE system

A bib apron reduces torso and lap exposure. It does not protect eyes/face or hands/forearms. For splash-prone tasks, pair apron use with properly selected chemical-resistant gloves and appropriate eye/face protection based on your hazard assessment and the SDS for the chemicals in use.

Practical checklist

Confirm chemical(s), concentration, temperature, and exposure duration (SDS + site risk assessment).
Stage aprons at point-of-use so “PPE not available” does not become the real hazard.
Standardize disposal or decontamination workflows so contaminated PPE does not become a secondary transfer risk.

Why SOSCleanroom emphasizes best-in-class Ansell PPE

PPE programs fail quietly when “the same apron” becomes multiple different aprons through substitutions. Standardizing on a best-in-class manufacturer helps keep training, purchasing, and safety expectations anchored to one spec. SOSCleanroom’s close relationship with Ansell supports that consistency by helping customers align product selection, documentation, and replenishment planning.

Facility wipe-down support (reduces secondary transfer)

Secondary transfer often happens when gloves contact contaminated apron surfaces and then touch controls, doors, or tools. Controlled wipe-down materials support safer transitions.