Caterpillar, Inc. truly does have a long and interesting history. The company originated in the late 1800s when Daniel Best and Benjamin Holt began to experiment with steam tractors typically used for farming. These types of large steam-powered tractors had been plowing California fields for many years, and they often would get bogged down in... Continue Reading →
Top 500 Internet Retailer Award
Online Stores, Inc. Ranked Among America's Top 500 Internet Retailers New Stanton, PA May 12, 2009 – Online Stores, Inc. announced today that they have again been included amongst America's top 500 internet retailers in the Internet Retailer Top 500 Guide. 2009 will be Online Stores, Inc.'s third year on the prestigious list; the company... Continue Reading →
Carhartt History
Here at ConstructionGear.com, we pride ourselves on being able to provide our customers with some of the best and most well known brands on the planet at some of the lowest prices anywhere. From Carhartt to Dickies to Arborwear, and everything in between, rest assured that we have the products you need for whatever job... Continue Reading →
Work Gloves Buyers Guide
Leather gloves or Kevlar gloves? Work gloves with fingers or work gloves without? Welding gloves, anti vibration gloves, or....Okay. I've had enough of this -- what does any of this mean!? If you've ever taken the time to shop for work gloves, you probably know just how frustrating it can sometimes be. Often it seems... Continue Reading →
Work Pants Buyers Guide
A lot of thought can go into choosing the right pair of work pants. Should I wear jeans, dungarees, or cargo pants? Do I have to hold a paintbrush to wear painters pants? Can I wear carpenters pants even though I won't be swinging a hammer any time soon? Don't worry, the folks at ConstructionGear.com... Continue Reading →
Arborwear: The Story
For years, tree climbers and lumberjacks everywhere have been faced with the same never-ending dilemma - What on Earth am I going to wear to work today!? Traditionally, there have always been two main clothing options for arborists everywhere: traditional canvas work pants and technical rock climbing pants. Canvas pants, although durable, are usually extremely... Continue Reading →
Work Boots Buyers Guide
Today's work boot truly is a modern marvel. Goodbye boring old one-size-fits-all work boot. Welcome to the era of possibilities! As a kid growing up with a father in the construction business, I've worn out more than my fair share of work boots over the years. Nearly every summer for as long as I can... Continue Reading →
Shopping for Work Clothes is a Click Away
Shopping for work clothes has evolved into the 21st century making it easier than ever before. Thanks to the explosion of internet shopping in recent years, now your favorite Dickies pants, Carhartt clothing, and all things in between are just a click away. As the trend in consumer shopping continues to shift from the traditional retail store excursions to the... Continue Reading →