Prepare for Extreme Heat Days! Control Coolness from Your Hands with Two New 'Heat Shielding, Cooling, Antibacterial and Deodorizing Coated Gloves'

Komeri Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture; President: Yuichiro Sasage), which aims to remain a regional lifeline through its home centers 'Komeri Power' and 'Komeri Hard & Green', began selling two products from its original brand 'valborder' on Tuesday, May 19, 2026: the 'Heat Shielding, Cooling, Antibacterial and Deodorizing Rubber Coated Gloves' and the 'Heat Shielding, Cooling, Antibacterial and Deodorizing Urethane Coated Gloves'. These gloves, which combine the three functions of heat shielding, contact cooling, and antibacterial/deodorizing properties, are available as a countermeasure against recent extreme heatwaves at 'Komeri Power' and 'Komeri Hard & Green' stores, as well as the online shopping site 'Komeri.com'. The Japan Meteorological Agency's decision to define days with maximum temperatures of 40°C or higher as 'extreme heat days' indicates that our working environment has entered a new phase. Among the items used for work, gloves in particular are indispensable for protection, but they have faced issues of discomfort such as 'stuffiness,' 'trapped heat,' and 'odor from sweat.' These products adopt an aggressive cooling approach of 'blocking heat and cooling the skin' rather than simply making the material thinner to increase breathability. Furthermore, by adding an antibacterial and deodorizing function to combat inevitable sweat problems in summer, Komeri has realized work gear perfectly optimized for modern climates. [Product Features] Synergy of 'Heat Shielding -10°C' and 'Contact Cooling' that achieves overwhelming coolness The greatest strength of this series lies in its heat-shielding effect that shuts out external heat, suppressing the temperature rise inside the glove by a maximum of 10°C. In addition, special cooling threads are used on the surface that touches the skin. The excellent cooling property immediately upon wearing provides a chilly comfort even in sweaty heat. This double effect of 'heat shielding' and 'cooling' supports work in harsh environments. Optimized operation of 'Rubber' and 'Urethane' to meet diverse on-site needs The two lineups, which can be selected according to the task, are designed with different professional work sites in mind. The 'Rubber coated type' features excellent grip on the surface, demonstrating reliable holding power. On the other hand, the 'Urethane coated type' pursues lightness and fit. The outstanding fit that seems to stick to the hand provides a comfortable usability that does not cause fatigue even during long hours of wear, or during detailed assembly work requiring delicate fingertip sensation. Sanitary power of 'Antibacterial and Deodorizing' processing that cuts off unpleasant summer odors at the source When working in a hot and humid environment, hygiene problems caused by sweat are unavoidable. By applying a strong antibacterial and deodorizing process to the fibers themselves, this product suppresses the propagation of bacteria that cause odors. As a result, unpleasant odors are less likely to remain even after long hours of hard work or consecutive days of use, making it an ideal gear to support work at hot summer job sites. [Product Overview] valborder Heat Shielding, Cooling, Antibacterial and Deodorizing Rubber Coated Gloves - Size: S, M, L - Color: Gray - Non-slip crinkle rubber processing - Heat shielding and cooling using special threads, plus antibacterial and deodorizing - Price: 298 yen for 1 pair / 698 yen for 3 pairs (tax included) valborder Heat Shielding, Cooling, Antibacterial and Deodorizing Urethane Coated Gloves - Size: S, M, L - Color: Blue - Fit urethane processing down to the fingertips - Heat shielding and cooling using special threads, plus antibacterial and deodorizing - Price: 298 yen for 1 pair / 698 yen for 3 pairs (tax included) Komeri Original Brand 'valborder' By creating and providing a comfortable working environment through functional and reasonably priced workwear, users can work efficiently and obtain fulfilling rewards and leisure time. This in turn provides vitality for the next work task, leading to a sustainable way of working. We are a home center chain that operates stores with a wide product lineup centered on materials/building materials, hardware/tools, and gardening/agricultural supplies, catering to everyone from professionals to home owners. With our unique system and know-how, we challenge the modernization of distribution with the goal of stably providing products that customers need at affordable prices. Company Name: Komeri Co., Ltd. Established: July 1962 Capital: 18.802 billion yen Representative: Yuichiro Sasage, President and CEO Headquarters: 4501-1 Shimizu, Minami-ku, Niigata City, Niigata Prefecture Business Content: Management of chain stores such as Power and Hard & Green Stock Listing: Tokyo Stock Exchange Prime Market Number of Stores: 1,234 stores (as of April 30, 2026)