Archive for the ‘Purchasing/Procurement’ Category

IFR Dermiflex Gloves

Saturday, January 6th, 2024

When it comes to performing tasks that require precision and finesse, having the right equipment is absolutely crucial. That’s where high dexterity gloves such as the IFR Dermiflex gloves come in.

These gloves, often regarded as the best work gloves for dexterity, are specifically designed to provide optimal protection while still allowing for excellent tactile sensitivity. With high … Read More...

High Dexterity Work Gloves

Monday, December 25th, 2023

Introduction

When tackling tasks that demand precision and fine motor skills, the right equipment is vital. High dexterity gloves, also known as the best work gloves for dexterity, are crafted to strike the ideal balance between protection and tactile sensitivity. This allows for the handling of delicate items and the execution of intricate tasks with ease. In this … Read More...

Arc-Flash Rated Personal Protective Equipment: Expiration vs Service Life

Monday, October 10th, 2022

Arc-flash garments and equipment are designed to ensure the most effective protection on the job from potentially hazardous materials and environments. These garments are most effective when they are new, before they are worn and laundered, where they can become worn down or potentially damaged.

Although arc-flash PPE does not technically ever expire, there is definitely a maximum … Read More...

The FRC market, the different options and how to find the best fit for yourself or your workers being exposed to potentially hazardous materials on the job

Saturday, September 17th, 2022

The fire-resistant clothing market is vast and diverse, which is very beneficial to provide customizable and specifically protection from dangerous materials of an industry. Each blend of fabrics or treated material has its own advantages and disadvantages, which is great when you find the perfect engineering garment for your needs. But the plethora of products with differing components … Read More...

Flame Resistant Clothing Options For Women

Sunday, August 21st, 2022

When working in an industry that requires exposure to heat and flame exposes workers must be aware of the proper clothing to wear to keep themselves protected and safe. The right fabric, flame-resistant properties, visibility, and storage is essential, but the right fit is one of the most important factors for the comfort and safety of a garment.… Read More...

FR and AR Clothing Difference Explained

Friday, August 5th, 2022

For many years the NFPA 70E referred to the term FR to mean flame resistant for clothing in circumstances when a person could be subject to an ignition source and the clothing would self-extinguish once a person is removed from the flame source.
In the 2012 edition of the NFPA 70E the term AR (arc rated) was introduced … Read More...

How To Stay Cool In FR Clothing

Friday, July 15th, 2022

Beating the heat these days is getting more difficult with the rising temperatures we have been experiencing in the last few years. Employer’s have the responsibility of providing a safe work environment and that is also the case when it comes to working in extreme heat conditions.
Heat related sickness such as heat stroke are a very serious … Read More...

Selecting the Correct Coverall Style For Work

Monday, June 20th, 2022

When your job is in industries such as construction sites, mechanic shops and plumbing for example, coveralls make a great layer of protection from dirt, grim and some harmful workplace hazards.
Coveralls are the most common form of safety clothing that provides protection from contaminants such as dirt, grease, oil, certain liquids and burns.

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How To Determine Standards For Your Arc Rated and Flame Resistant Raingear

Saturday, May 28th, 2022

When purchasing arc rated and flame resistant rainwear it can be confusing when you are not sure about what test method applies to your work environment.

It can be attractive to buy based on lower cost garments but they can be mis-leading by the test methods associated with the rainwear.
For instance some rainwear are labelled as being … Read More...

IFR Women’s Flame Resistant 7 oz Deluxe Segmented Striped FR Work Shirt

Saturday, July 3rd, 2021

Meeting the CGSB 155.20 and CSA Z462 can sometimes be difficult to also provide a dress shirt that looks smart and in a women’s design.

This button front women’s shirt is an excellent addition to your flame resistant clothing wardrobe that will be sure to last many tough days on the job. The button front closure, button down … Read More...