choosing work uniforms

Choosing Work Uniforms: What Not to Do

By Sitex Corp   /    Thursday, February 1, 2018  /   , , ,
Congratulations! You’re finally making the big shift towards using employee uniforms for your business! And if you aren’t yet, and are really here to get some more convincing, welcome aboard! We have a lot of insights for you too.

Fire and Water when it comes to FR Uniforms

Care of Flame Resistant Uniforms

By Sitex Corp   /    Tuesday, February 16, 2016  /   , , , , , , , ,
At SITEX, we not only consider ourselves experts in helping companies create a professional image for their team members, but also experts in the care and repair of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Last week, we made our case about the benefits of flame resistant garments, but a slapdash approach to their care will leave them…

Industrial worker causing shower of sparks

Flame Resistant Uniforms: Why You Need Them

By Sitex Corp   /    Sunday, January 24, 2016  /   , , , , , , , ,
For many industries, the cost of flame resistant clothing may seem daunting, especially in comparison to everyday work clothing. However, proper protective uniforms should be seen as an investment in the safety of your workers. Since 1970, workplace fatality rates have been reduced by more than 66 percent and occupational injury and illness rates have…

Industrial Denim

History of Jeans

By Sitex Corp   /    Tuesday, September 15, 2015  /   , , , , , ,
The Germans have lederhosen. The Japanese have kimonos. The Greeks have togas. But what represents pure American style? A pair of riveted blue jeans. And the history of blue jeans is a quintessentially American story, with working-class origins, entrepreneurialist spirit, and an egalitarian attitude towards fashion. Blue jeans were created by Levi Strauss and Jacob…

Why do you need flame resistant garments?

By Sitex Corp   /    Friday, July 29, 2011  /   , , ,
Many companies have team members working in situations that could easily lead to a fast disaster should they not be armed with the correct protective garments.  Flame resistant (FR) garments provide a shield against clothing ignition and sustained flame spread.  The characteristic of the fabric is to resist ignition and self extinguish if ignited.  Here are some common…