Manufacturing expertise.Focused onyour needs.
Since 1984, SW has built its expertise in glove manufacturing. Today, we bring that experience to single-use, mechanical protection and chemical protection gloves.
Research shaped by
real working needs.
25% of our team works in research and development, connecting materials research, product testing and manufacturing knowledge with customer needs.
Protection andhand comfort.
The demands of the task and the experience of the wearer both matter. Selected SW technologies support moisture management, skin conditioning and comfort during glove use.
- Moisture management
- Hand conditioning
- Comfort in use
Well-beingfor the task,for the wearer,and for the worldwe share.
Responsive support.Ready to help.
99%of customer inquiries receive a response within one business day.
From product guidance and samples to distributor support and existing orders, our team makes sure your inquiry reaches the right SW contact.
Technical expertise and practical support that help us build stronger business partnerships. Five ways we support distribution partners, like the fingers of one hand.
Equip your team with targeted campaigns, product resources and marketing expertise to communicate SW’s advantages, engage customers and grow your market.
Apply SW’s manufacturing and R&D expertise to match glove technologies to customer needs, improving grip, hand health, sustainability and performance in demanding applications.
Strengthen QA/QC with expert guidance on standards, compliance and processes to improve consistency, support operational efficiency and build customer confidence.
Build a differentiated glove portfolio through agreed product and territory exclusivity, backed by R&D expertise and collaboration to grow your market.
Target zero backorders through proactive planning, clear communication and coordinated product availability, helping you maintain business continuity and serve your customers with confidence.
Advanced hand protection.
Engineered for
healthier hands.
We combine glove manufacturing, research and practical guidance to help you make informed choices for your workplace and the customers you serve.
EnerGel®pH Natural®Dry Core®DriTek®EcoTek®TracTek®Breach Alert®AxiFybr®BioFlex360™
Experience
42 years
of glove expertise, across single-use, mechanical and chemical protection for working hands.
Research & development
25%
of our team works in research and development, focused on hand protection and glove technology.
Six Sigma · 2024
99%
of staff held Six Sigma certification in January 2024: 49 White, 17 Green and 33 Black Belts.
SW Sustainability Solutions
EcoVadis Platinum
Top 1% of companies rated by EcoVadis; second consecutive year, 2026.
SW Sustainability Solutions
Certified B Corporation®
Certified for social and environmental performance, accountability and transparency.
Sustainable technology
EcoTek® Technology
Patented nitrile technology, designed to address glove waste in landfills and incinerators.
Supply support
Plan ahead
Clear communication on product availability and order requirements, to help your team plan.
Workplace
Great Place To Work®
Certified by Great Place To Work in the USA, for the period August 2026 to August 2027.
Headquarters
Union City, California
SW Technologies is based at 33278 Central Ave #102, Union City, CA 94587.
Products
Explore the range
Single-use, mechanical and chemical gloves, organized by glove family.
Glove Academy gloveacademy.org
Explore the science behind hand protection.
Technical briefs, sustainable practices and an open forum where you can ask experts, share case studies and build your glove knowledge.
Visit Glove AcademyAbout SW.
A family company. A shared commitment.
Founded in 1984, SW brings family values, manufacturing experience and research together to support the people who wear our gloves and the businesses that supply them. Our story explains the principles behind that commitment.
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Before 1984
A foundation of care.
SW began with a family’s belief in resilience, kindness and care for others. Those values continue to shape how we work with our people, customers and partners.
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1984
A business with purpose.
Founded in 1984 by Mary Wei Kao, Shen Wei USA Inc. carries a name associated with prosperity and benevolence. Those values continue to guide SW today.
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Our values
Guided by enduring values.
The company’s founding principles continue to shape how we make decisions, develop relationships and approach our responsibilities to others.
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Leadership
Continuity in leadership.
President Belle Chou carries the family’s founding values forward, bringing research, manufacturing and customer support together around the needs of customers and distribution partners.
- R&D
- Production
- Sales
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2023
A name that reflects our expertise.
In March 2023, Shen Wei USA Inc. became SW Technologies Inc. The name reflects our focus on glove technology and our commitment to customers, employees, communities and responsible business practices.
- Support customer well-being
- Advance environmental responsibility
- Contribute to our communities
- Empower our people
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Our people
Expertise you can work with.
25%of our team works in R&D, connecting technical knowledge with the needs of our customers.
99%of staff held Six Sigma certification in SW’s January 2024 report, reflecting our focus on process improvement.
Support for your business.
Technical expertise, commercial support and a collaborative approach to developing your glove offering.
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Agreed Exclusivity
Explore product and territory exclusivity where agreed, with support to develop your market.
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Supply Coordination
Coordinate product requirements, availability and order planning with a team focused on supply continuity.
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Training & Technical Support
Equip your team to explain product features, compare options and respond to customer questions.
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Marketing Collaboration
Access product resources and campaign support that help communicate value to the customers you serve.
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Growth with Purpose
Consider product performance, commercial value and documented sustainability information in your glove offering.