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Christmas Gifts for Kids

November 30, 2010 by Sam

By Laura Jones

It is never too early to think about buying Christmas gifts for kids, and it should come as no surprise that oftentimes those kids want to be just like mom and dad, especially when it comes to their jobs. You work hard regardless of what equipment you use or what type of clothing you need to wear, and kids always want to have what you have to get the job done right. If you have a little one who looks up to you, it might be a good time to think about buying that little shadow some work safety equipment that is just like yours for Christmas.

There are actually many high quality, awesome safety products available in children’s sizes. Kids love wearing things like this when they have a job to do, such as helping you to fix the car or work on the home improvement project with you. You will easily find items such as safety glasses, gloves, ear plugs, hard hats, sunglasses and face shields, ear muffs and more. Perhaps one day soon your child will be able to wear his or her new safety gear for children when they come with you to work for a day!

Some of the best safety glasses for children are made by MSA Sierra and Pyramex. You could get a new pair for you and a matching pair for your child, because they are the exact same styles only smaller! They are available in tinted, clear or mirrored lenses.

The safety hats and helmets for kids also are just like an adult’s hat, again only in a scaled down version. One of the most notable differences you will immediately see between the children’s safety gear and your own are the colors- happy, bright and lively colors are often what this type of safety gear comes in- colors like blue, green, pink and red are very popular with the kids right now! The children’s hard hats are fitted, and they are available in sizes that range from 6 to 7 1/8. Make sure before you order your child’s safety gear that you are certain of the sizes that you are going to need to order!

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Emergency Radios for Winter

November 23, 2010 by Sam

By Laura Jones

What a frightening situation to be in, when the snow has been falling for days and the wind has rattled windows. Then the power goes out, and you are left without communications to check the weather, signal for help, or do anything else. Did you know that every year there are lives that are saved because people involved had use of an emergency radio?

There are some people who know all about emergency radios, and there are others that have no clue but think their little home radio or car radio will suffice. However, emergency radios are special, and they are priced a bit more than your standard AM/FM box. There are several important features of these devices that justify the price, however, on average the price is not astounding or outrageously expensive. Can you really put a price on survival and being prepared?

Emergency radios are those things that you don’t need until disaster strikes. Of course once a disaster happens, either you have an emergency radio or you don’t, so obviously the opportune time to buy one is when you don’t need it! Eton Corporation makes premier emergency radios that do not ever need batteries. That’s right, their devices are going to be able to last until you are rescued or can get help. Each one of their radios instead comes with a hand crank, which is also known as a dynamo system that charges an internal battery. You can keep it in your shelter or basement for years and never have to worry about keeping batteries for it! When you are in a crisis situation, the last things you want to think about are batteries- how long are they going to last? Are they dead already? What if I am trapped here for days? You have to make sure you have a means of communication in order to optimize your chances of survival! Be sure to purchase an emergency radio before the time comes that you need to use one.

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Winter Work Gear and Accessories

November 22, 2010 by Sam

Just because the weather is turning colder doesn’t mean that you need to put your work gear on the backburner until spring- quite the opposite is true! Harsh winter weather conditions require special outerwear that is going to protect your skin and protect your eyes, keep you warm and help you remain productive on the job. Whether you are looking for heat packs or ice spikes, hats or sunglasses, make sure that when winter rears its ugly head that you are prepared to face it.

Working out in the cold is hard enough, and its even harder when your fingers and toes are absolutely freezing! Grabber Warmers and Hot Rods has come up with a solution to help you get through those cold days. The heat packs are convenient, toxic free, long lasting (around 10 hours!) and a great way to stay comfortable in the cold. In addition, they are also cheap! Grabber Warmers are manufactured with all natural ingredients and are disposable after one use. With anywhere from 5 to 24 or more hours of warmth provided, you can select hand, toe, foot and body warmers for when the temperature drops and you need to warm up quickly. Just slip them in your pocket, gloves, shoes or jacket and they warm you right up and keep warming you up for hours while you work.

If you are someone who is deathly afraid of slipping and falling on ice like I am, you will be happy to know that STABILicers dig into ice and snow to seriously reduce your risk of falling and injuring yourself this winter. You will also increase productivity while you work. STABILicers give you sure traction when you slip them over your regular shoes with small cleats that are designed to help you stand your ground! There are also packages of replacement cleats you can buy for just a few dollars when the cleats on your STABILicers wear down. You won’t have to worry anymore about slipping and breaking your arm or leg, hitting your head or having some other injury that may prevent you from working!

Alright, just because the snow is falling does not mean that your eyes are safe from the sun’s harmful UV rays. In fact, your eyes need protection even moreso during the snowy winter months, since those rays bounce off of snow and ice and are reflected so much. Don’t neglect your eyes- you need to make sure that you have a pair of shades that are designed to protect your eyes and your sight throughout the winter season. Some of the top names in safety eyewear include Uvex, MSA, North, AOSafety, Crews, Harley Davidson, Wiley X and others. You don’t have to spend a fortune on eyewear either- put that extra money away for Christmas and go with one of these affordable brands that will make sure your eyes stay healthy and in great shape for years to come!

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Choosing the Best Workboots for You This Winter

November 19, 2010 by Sam

By Laura Jones

Steel toe, soft toe, work shoes, work boots, logger boots or oil-resistant boots- you need some good footwear this season! Fortunately there are many different brands and styles of boots to choose from. However, that is also the bad news. There are actually so many different types of footwear that have so many different features that shoppers often become confused and frustrated, and then they quit looking! We’ve all been there, and we’ve all done that. Then the cold weather comes and we are kicking ourselves for not getting a darned pair of good workboots! Here is some information to help you decide which boots to consider and which boots to pass up.

First up are the oil-resistant and slip resistant work boots. These are the guys you want when you often have to walk on oily and wet floors. Did you know that 15% of deaths each year in the workforce is because of people slipping and falling? You need to limit your chances of slipping and falling by getting some workboots with good traction. They are available in a variety of styles, sizes and colors, and many of them are also waterproof!

Speaking of waterproof, waterproof work boots obviously are going to have to be your top choice if you splash around in water or some other liquid all day long. Be sure that you choose workboots that use GORE-TEX® technology- for the most durability and longevity, GORE-TEX® allows sweat vapor to pass right out and leave the shoe, so your feet stay dry and comfortable. There are 9 billion pores per square inch in this footwear! Rather than just treating the leather, you should go with a good pair of workboots that are truly waterproof!

Chances are pretty good that you are most familiar with the steel toe work boots. These of course offer reinforced tips in the toe of the boot, so if you are someone who often does hevy lifting, or you work around large machinery and heavy objects, you are going to need some steel in your shoe!

Finally, we come to insulated work boots. There are many different degrees of insulation that are used in insulated work boots, but it is usually recommended that you at least go with a pair that has 200 grams of insulation. Insulated footwear is recommended for cool conditions and high activities when the person generates a great deal of body heat through activity. Although the 200 grams of insulation is excellent, you may want to go with a pair that is at least 400 grams in them, or your little toes might still always be cold for yet another winter.

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Carhartt for Cold Weather

November 18, 2010 by Sam

By Laura Jones

Carhartt has been a staple brand for construction wear for years and years, and only in the last decade has it really become a popular brand for all people who want quality duds that are warm and durable. There are plenty of different types of articles of clothing that the company produces, from hats to overalls, boots to coats- and everything in between. If you are looking for a brand to try to keep you from freezing this fall and winter, here are a few great ideas, courtesy of Carhartt:

The Carhartt acrylic boy’s watch hat is one of those classics that everyone can use, everyone can wear, and everyone will love. You can choose from three colors: black, peacoat (a very nice dark steel blue) or Carhartt brown. And the best part? These classic warm hats are less than five bucks right now! This Carhartt Boys Acrylic Watch Hat features a stretchable rib knit with a Carhartt woven label sewn on front. Perfect for those cold winter mornings at the bus stop or playing in the snow. They are 100% acrylic. You can choose from boy’s sizes and youth sizes too. And of course for the adults out there, these are also available for you!

Probably what made Carhartt a household name was the overall and the coverall. These are top of the line, high quality and durable duds that are available in men’s sizes, women’s sizes, kids sizes and even infant sizes. Just a few of the many varieties of Carhartt overalls and coveralls are the Arctic quilt lined, the bib overalls, waterproof overalls, insulated coveralls, and they even have flame resistant bib trousers! There are many different colors that these various products are available in, including the Carhartt brown, black, white and denim blue.

The insulated and quilted coveralls and overalls will keep everyone in the family warm this winter! When these Carhartt overalls and coveralls are worn together with layers of thermal underwear, dungarees and sweatshirts, everyone is going to stay warm, toasty, safe and healthy- even in the very coldest of weather. Carhartt also makes insulated work gloves, boots, socks, t-shirts, hoods, vests, belts and plenty more. If you are like most people and really dread freezing all winter long in the outdoors, Carhartt overalls, coveralls, hats and other apparel will make sure that you never will freeze again!

Great for those long, cold winter months, these quilted and insulated coveralls and overalls are sure to keep the heat in! Pile on your layers of thermal underwear, dungarees, and sweatshirts, and step into a great pair of overalls or coveralls that are stuffed with warm insulation. When combined with layers, these quilted and insulated coveralls and overalls are sure to keep you comfortable and warm in the coldest weather!

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Carolina Insulated Logger Work Boots – 4821 & 5821

November 6, 2010 by Sam

Despite the popularity of these Carolina logger boots, we haven’t received much feedback on them. That’s not such a bad thing, though—some people believe silence is golden. And besides, you can’t argue with the sales numbers, which point to one conclusion and one conclusion only: customer satisfaction.

So what makes these logger boots so great? To start with, they’re made by Carolina, one of the most reputable manufacturers of work boots in the world today. Secondly, the leather used in their construction is tougher than a pit bull on steroids. Last but not least, the insulation Carolina used in these boots will have your feet sweating like a dark-skinned beauty on the beaches of Rio de Janeiro. Now, that’s hot!!!

And don’t forget, when you order from ConstructionGear.com, you’ll never have to worry about paying for shipping if you don’t like the boots you ordered. Shipping is free both ways on all work boots! Get yours today!

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Carhartt Dungarees – Double Front Washed Duck

October 4, 2010 by Sam

Carhartt has once again come through big time for working people everywhere with these excellent, double-front dungarees. Not only are they durable, customers say, but they’re also much softer and “washing-machine friendly” than those made by other manufacturers.

Our customers have made it a point of saying how much they love the fact that these Carhartt dungarees have so many pockets, which makes sense, since cell phones and other electronic gadgets, such as iPods, are gaining in popularity faster than a tropical storm gains strength as it moves through the Caribbean.

Literally the only complaint that has reached these offices thus far concerning these Carhartt double front washed duck dungarees is that they fit a little tight around the waist and that the pant legs could be a little longer as well. If you’re worried about these things, just order a size larger than you normally would. That should take care of it!

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Dickies Men’s Short Sleeve Coverall – 3399

September 29, 2010 by Sam

We’ve gotten a lot of positive feedback from customers that purchased these short-sleeve coveralls from Dickies. But that’s to be expected. One-piece coveralls are always a big hit with those that wear them. They’re the very definition of “hassle-free”: a pair of pants, a shirt, and a belt all rolled into one. What more could a working man ask for?

In particular customers have mentioned how much they like the fact that Dickies makes these short-sleeve coveralls for men in several different colors, something other companies often fail to do. The weight of the material, the fact that it washes and dries extremely well, and the coveralls’ roominess (not to be confused with bagginess) are other popular features.

The only negative comments received so far have had to do with the coveralls’ front pockets. Apparently, they are unusually shallow, making it difficult to place anything inside them without it quickly falling out.

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Carhartt Duck Bib Overall – Quilt Lined

September 27, 2010 by Sam

In the minds of most working men and women, nothing says quality quite like the name Carhartt, and these quilt-lined overalls are a good example of why that is. They’re constructed using a heavy duck that is weaved together extra tightly in order to protect the wearer from moisture and wind. The weave also protects the material itself from becoming damaged by snagging. As you can see, superior construction is truly evident in these quilt-lined bib overalls from Carhartt.

Of course, the way Carhartt put these overalls together is not the only thing that makes them such a great buy. They’re also extremely lightweight, not to mention nowhere near as bulky as some of the other quilt-lined bib overalls on the market today. This makes them perfect for layering up, something we all love to do in the winter time.

Plenty of pockets and metal rivets that strengthen key stress points only add to the level of quality reached by Carhartt with these bib overalls. Other excellent features include wind-flaps that allow the wearer to easily slip the overalls on and off without removing his shoes, small pockets into which knee pads may be inserted, hammer loops, triple-stitched seams and adjustable, elastic straps.

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Dickies Bib Overalls – 83294

September 23, 2010 by Sam

This pair of bib overalls from Dickies is one of the most popular items for sale on ConstructionGear.com. By all accounts, they’re both comfortable and rugged, making them perfect for not only work but also a little R & R. The only complaint that we’ve received so far about these Dickies bib overalls is that they run a bit on the small side; that anyone making a purchase should order one size larger than they normally would.

Of course, our costumers are not the only people on the face of the earth that wear these Dickies bib overalls, and before writing this post I decided to rummage around on the Internet looking for other reviews. I didn’t find any that contained important information, but I did find some that made me laugh.

There was one review, for instance, in which the reviewer claimed to have used these Dickies bib overalls to create a Super Mario costume for his “first day of school.” After reading this, I naturally thought the reviewer was a child. I mean, no one besides a child would ever wear a Super Mario costume to his first day of school, right? Wrong! For in the very next sentence the reviewer reveals that he stands six feet tall and weighs 165 lbs.! Huh???

In a review directly beneath the one I just mentioned (these are all on Amazon), a woman says that she bought these Dickies bib overalls for her fiancé and that she was surprised to find that he actually liked them. Why was she so surprised, you ask? Was it because her fiancé hates Dickies bib overalls so much that he would rather be doused in scalding hot water than forced to wear a pair of them? No, she was surprised because he is a southerner! There you have it, folks! Even southerners love these Dickies bib overalls! I bet you’ll buy two pairs now, won’t you?

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