Workwear Outfitters recently conducted a wear trial for its Bulwark line with a group of linemen – the electrical workers that construct, maintain and repair power lines. End-buyers in verticals like construction and manufacturing are looking for apparel that their...
Born just one mile apart, Ford and Carhartt didn’t just grow up in the same city; the companies grew up on the same job sites. For over a century, the American worker has woken up, put on their Carhartt, and climbed into their Ford. One provides the workwear and the...
Organic cotton continues to gain strategic importance in the global textile and apparel industry as brands, regulators and consumers increasingly demand credible sustainability claims and verified supply chains. This trend is reflected in the rapid expansion of the...
Fire-Dex, North America’s fastest-growing manufacturer of head-to-toe PPE for first responders, today announced the appointment of Maged Baskhron as Vice President of Operations. In this role, Baskhron will align operational and strategic goals, bolster...
What are the biggest threats to your supply chain in 2026? A new report identifies the four critical risks you need to watch, from escalating cyberattacks on logistics to the growing impact of geopolitical fragmentation. Everstream Analytics 2026 outlook is built on a...
Curious about how AI is revolutionizing the fashion and textile industries and transforming work? You can find out at the "AI in the Textile and Fashion Industries" conference, presented by FTBEC (Fashion and Textile Business Excellence Cooperative), hosted by Wilson...
For most of modern American history, military uniforms were designed to disappear. Camouflage patterns were designed to break up a human silhouette in various environments. Load-bearing vests, cargo pockets, reinforced boots and standardized cuts were functional...
The Monterey Group has completed a series of strategic leadership changes that reflect the growing scale and complexity of its business across protective, industrial, and uniform textile markets. The organizational shift supports continued expansion across specialty...
As conversations around fit, function, and inclusivity continue to evolve in the PPE and workwear markets, a new industry survey is taking a closer look at how women’s protective equipment is actually being developed and delivered today. The Safety Rack has launched...
Several U.S. state laws related to the use of PFAS in products, such as bans and warning label mandates, went into effect Jan. 1. While the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is working to revamp regulations on perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl chemicals, including...
GALLS® last week acquired DesignLab, Inc., a regional supplier of public safety uniforms and gear. The acquisition of DesignLab expands GALLS'® footprint with six additional retail locations in key metropolitan areas, including Greenville and Columbia, SC, and Tampa,...
GALLS® announced the acquisition of Action Uniform Co., a regional distributor based in Pleasantville, New Jersey. This acquisition reinforces the company's commitment to providing rapid deployment of essential gear and reliable service to law enforcement, fire, EMS,...
