About us

Raphael Reifeltshammer

In 2020, founder Raphael Reifeltshammer was particularly struck by the many people who wore plastic gloves or even gardening gloves from DIY stores when shopping, on public transport or at the gym at the start of the pandemic. Through intensive research into functional textile treatments and with the vision of replacing disposable gloves and reducing the associated plastic waste, Raphael founded SUSTA Sustainable Merchandise Handels GmbH - the cornerstone for the development of ElephantSkin gloves.

Raphael Reifeltshammer
CEO & Founder
Mobile: +43 676 78 24 753
E-Mail: rr@susta.at

"Investing in new sustainable habits is not a cost, it is a necessity. We can't change the past, but we are all responsible for the future." Raphael Reifeltshammer, CEO & Founder - ElephantSkin

Mario Greis

As Chief Product Officer, Mario is responsible for the entire product portfolio, from the idea to the market launch. Coming from the "other side", he brings over 10 years of know-how from the glove market, which is particularly evident in the areas of purchasing & production and product & quality management. Together with Raphael in the management, he is driven by the vision of developing sustainable and innovative product alternatives and thus to revolutionize the global glove market.

Mario Greis
CPO & General Manager
Mobile: +49 151 50052869
E-Mail: mario.greis@elephantskin.com

"At ElephantSkin, we attach great importance to using sustainable and locally sourced raw materials in our production to conserve resources as much as possible. Instead of hundreds of variants of disposable gloves, we have deliberately kept our range lean in order to be as efficient as possible and to make it as easy as possible for users to switch to our reusable solution. All our products are equipped with a special anti-microbial technology, are washable & reusable, breathable & skin-friendly and suitable for direct contact with food. In addition to product development, our expertise also includes process analysis of existing organizations, implementation of our products and the creation of customer-specific hygiene plans - we do not sell a product, but offer a 360-degree concept and see ourselves as part of a global solution to combat unnecessary plastic waste." Mario Greis, CPO & General Manager - ElephantSkin

Our team

Our team consists of young and dynamic employees with an impressive combined total of over 50 years of professional experience in the glove market. We are proud that our strong management and investor board consists of renowned personalities from business and politics who share our vision and support us in its realization. This background enables us not only to draw on first-class resources, but also to create a solid foundation for sustainable growth and successful development.

We are more than just a manufacturer of reusable gloves. We are a team full of passion, ushering in a new era in the glove market with a unique combination of industry-specific experience and innovative spirit. This experience, coupled with our agility, allows us to adapt quickly and flexibly to the individual needs of our customers.

corporate policy

Under the ElephantSkin brand, we develop and distribute sustainable, reusable multi-purpose gloves for professional users worldwide. Our goal is to redefine hygiene standards, replace disposable products, and offer our customers measurable ecological and economic benefits. As an innovation-driven company with patented technology, we see ourselves as the market and technology leader in our segment. Our products stand for food safety, PPE compliance, consistently high quality, and ease of use—regardless of the production or application site. The company is committed to using the most sustainable raw materials possible to ensure that our products are made from food-grade materials, comply with PPE standards, offer consistently high quality, and are easy to use—regardless of the production or application site. Our products stand for food safety, PPE compliance, consistently high quality, and ease of use—regardless of the production or application location. The company is committed to using the most sustainable raw materials possible in order to offer viable and practical products for environmentally conscious customers. Natural materials are preferred over plastics, and recycled materials are preferred over newly produced ones. Materials with the lowest possible CO2 footprint in production should be used. Transport routes should be minimized and means of transport should be selected to be as energy-efficient as possible. Our suppliers must demonstrate compliance with local environmental and social standards. To ensure compliance with social standards in countries
outside the European Union, we use BSCI amfori.

Our claim
Among other things, management sets the following standards for consistently high quality:

• Compliance with all relevant customer, legal, and regulatory requirements, particularly in the areas of product safety, food authenticity, and personal protective equipment.
• Consistently high, reproducible product quality across all international supply chains.
• Continuous improvement of our quality management system, our processes, and our services.
• A cooperative, transparent partnership with customers, suppliers, and production partners.

Customer focus & speedboat mentality
Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We don't just deliver a product, but comprehensive 360-degree solutions – including the implementation of washing and replacement processes, HACCP and hygiene concepts, and user training. As a lean company, we respond quickly, pragmatically, and flexibly to market and customer requirements. Efficient processes, short decision-making paths, and corporate responsibility characterize our daily work.

Sustainability & Responsibility
Sustainability is an integral part of our business model. Thanks to their reusability and material selection, our products enable significant
savings in terms of costs, CO₂ emissions, and plastic waste. In addition, we are continuously working to further reduce the ecological footprint of our supply chains and ensure responsible production standards at all stages of manufacturing.