Kentucky-based convenience store chain leads the way as the first fuel retailer in the U.S. to offer award winning GripHero hand protectors. Thorntons is proud to introduce GripHero anti-static hand protectors as the company’s latest measure to enhance Guest safety. Award winning GripHero hand protectors are anti-static, biodegradable and designed for use around fuel — and are now available at every fuel pump at every Thorntons store nationwide.