What is the Border BFP 2065 used for?
The Border BFP 2065 is a safety shoe for warehouse, logistics and industrial applications. Its S1P protection makes it suitable for workplaces where toe protection and penetration resistance are needed.
What protection does the BFP 2065 safety shoe provide?
This safety shoe includes composite toe protection and a Kevlar midsole. It is rated S1P and certified to EN ISO 20345:2022, which is a recognised safety footwear standard for workplace protection.
What materials are used in the Border BFP 2065?
The Border BFP 2065 has a synthetic leather upper, a composite toe cap, a Kevlar midsole and an MD + rubber outsole. These materials are selected for safety footwear used in busy work environments.
What sizes are available for the BFP 2065?
The BFP 2065 is available in sizes 38 to 47. This size range supports fitting for different team members in a workplace order.
Can I request a bulk quote for the Border BFP 2065?
Yes. Border PPE Trading LLC supports bulk and corporate orders, and you can request a quote for the Border BFP 2065 using the Request Quote button, by phone or by email.
What is the difference between S1P and S3 safety shoes?
Both have a 200 joule toe cap and a penetration-resistant midsole. S3 adds an upper that resists water penetration and a cleated outsole for grip on loose ground. S1P suits dry indoor work and warehouses, while S3 is the usual choice for outdoor construction, wet areas and oil and gas sites.
What does SRC mean on safety shoes?
SRC is a slip-resistance marking from EN ISO 20345:2011. It means the sole passed both the ceramic tile with detergent test (SRA) and the steel with glycerine test (SRB). Under the 2022 edition the tile test is built into every category and an extra SR marking replaces the old letters.
Is EN ISO 20345:2011 still valid, or do I need 2022 shoes?
Shoes certified to the 2011 edition are still sold while their certificates are valid, and both editions are on the market in the UAE. The 2022 edition changed the slip test, made fuel oil resistance an optional FO marking and added PL and PS codes for non-metal midsoles. If your tender or client spec names the 2022 edition, order models certified to it and check the marking inside the tongue.
Are steel toe or composite toe safety shoes better?
Both pass the same 200 joule impact and 15,000 N compression tests, so the protection level is the same. Composite toe caps are metal-free, lighter and do not conduct heat or cold like steel. Steel caps are thinner, which can give a slimmer toe shape, and many heavy-duty leather models use them.
How often should safety shoes be replaced?
EN ISO 20345 does not set a fixed replacement date. Replace shoes after any heavy impact on the toe, or when the toe cap or midsole is exposed, the sole is worn smooth or cracked, or the upper has split. Gulf heat and humidity wear PU soles faster, so inspect them regularly.
Do you supply safety shoes in bulk outside the UAE?
Yes. We deliver within 24 hours across the UAE and supply bulk orders to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain, with Africa served through Border Africa. Sizes run from EU 36 to 48 depending on the model, and you can check fit at our showroom in Deira, Dubai before ordering.