Since 2001, Mississauga-based Hakson Gloves and Safety Wears has made protective hand gear for Canada’s Armed Services and law-enforcement personnel across North America. Its specialty is safety equipment built around demanding field use, including puncture- and cut-resistant gloves such as the Hakson 201, alongside ballistic body armour, duty belts and related gear. The company says its designs emphasize function, detail and advanced materials as new technologies become available.