TECHNOLOGY & INNOVATION

Bates footwear offers the best innovative technology within their boots. From adjustable comfort systems to energy-returning mid soles. There is a boot available to suit your individual needs. Read more about the technology below.

Bates anti-fatigue footwear delivers the comfort you want with the durability you need through a four-part energy return technology.

Bates Individual Comfort System (ICS) technology is an adjustable disk under your heal, giving you the freedom to customise your comfort.

The smart design of the DuraShocks comfort system adsorbs shock and returns energy through compression pads in the heel and forepart of the outsole.


DRYGuard

Doing double duty, DRYGuard is an innovative waterproof, breathable membrane that keeps your feet dry and comfortable longer by releasing sweat and moisture from the foot.

GORE-TEX

Footwear with Gore-Tex membrane is "Guaranteed to keep you dry" and offers an enhanced breathability level, which is ideal for long shifts


Composite toe safety shoes are non-metallic and offer lightweight performance. The toe components are made of a composite material, they also allow less heat loss in the cold.

Bates slip resistant boots and shoes have specific characteristics to offer more floor grip.

Bates footwear with electrical hazard protection are nonconductive designed to protect the wearer against open circuits.

Footwear built using non-metallic shank, hardware, and construction methods. Undetectable in electronic security environments, these boots are airport friendly.