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How metatarsal guards can protect feet from direct trauma

June 12, 2018

Falling objects are a common risk for injuries, even when dropped from only a few feet. Safety boots are important in many work environments, and depending upon the severity of the risk of foot injury, work boots with a metguard component should be part of an employee’s PPE.

Red Wing Shoe Company unveils Wall of Honor in tribute to skilled laborers

March 9, 2018

Today, Red Wing Shoe Company unveiled its Wall of Honor, a monument that features epic stories about skilled laborers and their Red Wing boots, in the honorees' own words. The Wall of Honor pays tribute to those who have handled some of the toughest jobs such as delivering goods and services across ports and seaways as a U.S. Merchant Marine; installing the spire atop the Willis Tower in Chicago; and the cleanup at ground zero after the 9/11 attacks.

Computer model predicts wear on shoes

January 26, 2018

If you have ever slipped at work due to worn-out shoes, you know how important good footwear can be. However, even the best shoes wear out, so it is important to replace them before they become a hazard in the workplace. But when, precisely, is that? Slips, trips, and falls are a leading cause of work-related injuries.

Tingley Rubber Corporation

Innovations that improve footwear safety & comfort

October 6, 2017

Tingley Rubber Corporation, a leading supplier of protective footwear and clothing, announces improvements and innovations on its flagship line of PVC knee boots now available under the Premier G2™ and Profile™ brands. “Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) has been used to make protective footwear for over 50 years and we wanted to take a fresh look at advancements and innovations that we could bring to this line of products,” said Robert N. Petersen, Senior Footwear Product Manager for Tingley Rubber.

The science behind workboots

What you should know about today's workboots

Richard Kallis

September 22, 2017

A good pair of safety boots is essential equipment in many industries. Safety boots are precision constructed to protect against common workplace dangers: slip and fall accidents, electrical shock, chemical burns, and broken bones.

Construction work is a hazardous job for the feet

September 18, 2017

Construction workers all day long lift and heave, carry and climb, twisting their bodies into awkward positions to reach corners and ceilings. They scale walls. They work on rooftops, perched on support beams or thin ladders. These people definitely have more than their fair share of foot problems.

Recommendations for workers on their feet

September 7, 2017

Many jobs require people to be on their feet for several hours each day. Hairdressers, retailers, nurses, and factory workers are among those who spend all day on their feet.

Honeywell donates $2 million in personal protective equipment to aid in Texas recovery efforts from Hurricane Harvey

Donation of broad range of protective gear will support first responders in Houston and across southeast Texas for emergency response, clean-up efforts

September 6, 2017

Honeywell (NYSE: HON) announced today that it has donated about $2 million in personal protective equipment (PPE) to support first responders and emergency personnel in efforts to assist their communities following the devastation of Hurricane Harvey.

How to find the best footwear fit for specific hazards

The sole of construction

Wesley J. Maertz

June 1, 2017

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between safety footwear that costs less than $100 and those that cost more than $300? While elements like quality of leather, name brand and where it was made factor into the final cost, the largest differentiator is the quality and type of construction.

STABIL’s product design process stands out in traction footwear industry

April 25, 2017

At STABIL, the leading U.S. manufacturer of traction footwear for three decades, their mission is keeping people safely on their feet no matter what environment they are heading into. This mission has taken STABIL from the out of doors in ice and snow to turf traction and back indoors to slippery work surfaces in a variety of industries.