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Does a steel shank stop metal from going through the boot and into your foot?
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∙ 15y ago
That is it's primary purpose. They are mainly used by firefighters and others whose activities put them at high risk of stepping on nails or other items that may injure the feet.
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∙ 15y ago
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∙ 12y agoNo u can't
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Who is the Actor who plays Steel Shank?
Allen Marsh is currently Shank. Steel is the name of his Space Ship. The title of the show IS Steel Shank.
What is the steel shank on work boots?
What is a steel shank and when is it used? This is a metal plate in the sole of the boot that makes it more comfortable for a worker to stand for a long time on a narrow peg. It provides extra support for the foot, and is used for climbing. It can also serve a purpose for safety in that if you step on something sharp that would normally puncture the book the steel shank stops it from entering your foot Actually a Shank is not a safety feature at all, it is only for support purposes. The safety PLATE is for anything coming through the outsole.
Is a fiberglass shank boot better for working in construction than a steel shank boot?
Not sure but I would think if you going to have a shank, having one of the most flexable would help by alowing the foot to move naturaly.
Is a steal shank boot the same as a steal toed boot?
No. A steel shank is a piece of metal along the sole of the boot which provides support for your foot. The Steel toe of course is a shell around the front of your foot protecting from dropped hammers or anything along that line.
Who is Steel Shank?
Allen Marsh.
Where are childrens rain boots with a steel shank sold?
Western Chief Kids makes some steel shank rain boots.
What was used to make the screwdriver?
The first screwdrivers had a steel shank with wood handle.
What metal is used to drill through rocks?
Carbide steel or diamond tips.
Steel is a metal or non metal?
Steel is mostly iron, which is a metal, but a lot of steel contains carbon, which is a nonmetal.
Is steel and metal the same?
Steel is a type of metal.
How did Henry bessemer invent steel?
He blasted air through steel making steel, it was much easier to make and it was the strongest commercial metal of it's time
What is a condutor?
a material, such as a metal,(gold or steel for instance) that can allow electricity to pass through it.
