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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 →
Disposable gloves are no longer just for medical personnel. Thanks to advancements in modern science, we are finding there are more communicable diseases than ever. Now days several industries use hand protection including postal workers, law enforcement, food preparation workers, and factory workers. Disposable gloves are designed to protect blood and other bodily fluids, bacteria,... Continue Reading →
Have you had the experience of finding the perfect item and then the manufacturer discontinues it? This gets to be quite a pain and frustrating. It is almost the same as Pepsi discontinuing their version of clear cola years ago. Another favorite item of mine that was discontinued years ago is the aluminum hard hat.... Continue Reading →
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 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 →
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, among the 3.8 million work-related injuries that occur each year, the majority involve the hands and fingers. This is a staggering statistic especially when most injuries can be prevented by wearing appropriate hand protection. Several workers are in environments where they encounter dangerous substances such as... Continue Reading →
Are you a sole proprietor in the construction industry looking for a new way to advertise your company? Perhaps, a foreman looking for a new way to increase hard hat compliance? Regardless of whether you are a sole proprietor or a foreman, there is a fantastic product available for everyone. It is custom hard hats!... Continue Reading →
The organization issued ANSI 107-1999 standard to provide practical instruction regarding reflective material and garment design. The standard is divided into classes based on risk levels in the work environment. Did you know ANSI (American National Standards Institute) established a voluntary standard with guidelines for high visibility clothing? ANSI Class 1 - Used by workers... Continue Reading →
The days of boring and uncomfortable hard hats are gone. Now workers can be safe, comfortable, and stylish all at the same time. Several manufacturers are following this new trend, but one does it better than the rest. Vulcan cowboy hard hats provide optimal safety properties, comfort, and style. Vulcan cowboy hard hats are different... Continue Reading →
Do you feel like you need a dictionary when purchasing chemical resistant gloves? Trust me I doubt you are alone in that respect. The good news is there is a simple guide to help you navigate the "dictionary" of chemical resistant gloves. Keep reading for simplified definitions to terms used in relation to chemical resistant... Continue Reading →
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