As a member of the Network Association of Uniform Manufacturers and Distributors (NAUMD), ID Overseas (P) Ltd is introducing itself to North American uniform manufacturers and distributors with a promise of quality, reliability, and value. This specialized division of...
Walmart aisles were piled high with goods this holiday season, but one item stuck out: cotton T-shirts that were made in America and cost $12.98. The U.S. is awash in a sea of cheap imports that has destroyed much of the domestic apparel industry. In 2023, less than...
The R&R Group, a uniform sales organization, distribution, and marketing leader, is pleased to announce that Mark Haynes has joined their team effective January 1, 2025. With over 12 years of experience at Workwear Outfitters, Mark has excelled in both inside and...
Recent news of Mexico’s decision to levy tariffs on textile and apparel products—and institute new restrictions on its Manufacturing, Maquiladora and Export Services Industry (IMMEX) program—have left many industry insiders scratching their heads. What do these...
As we raised a glass last week to the end of 2024, I reflected on the ever-evolving world of the uniform industry. It was an incredible year, and I’ve had the privilege of sharing insights about this dynamic field through my writing in The Pulse. Let me just say—it...
Starting January 11, U.S. legislation regarding Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in construction will change. From that date, PPE will no longer need to be suited just for the work but for the individual wearing it. This marks the end of the “one size fits all (or...
Milliken & Company announced last week that it is the first textile manufacturer to offer non-PFAS materials for all three layers of firefighter turnout gear, including outer shell, thermal liner, and moisture barrier. Access to all three layers from a single...
Transport for London (TfL) is refreshing the uniform thousands of its staff wear across the network. TfL said it was to help make them more identifiable to customers, especially in busier stations. The design has brighter roundels - TfL's logo - representing each mode...
When Gen. John W. “Jay” Raymond reported to the Pentagon for his first day as Chief of Space Operations for the United States Space Force (USSF) in 2019, he began the process of standing up the first new military service in 72 years. Raymond’s responsibilities were...
It is often said that the workwear industry is simply a matter of supply and demand. But what happens when you overlook an entire sector? That seems to be the case with the British agricultural sector. The industry has reached out to various workwear companies, asking...
Last week, OSHA announced it has finalized a revision to the personal protective equipment standard for construction. The final rule explicitly requires the equipment to properly fit any construction worker who needs it, improving protections from hazardous...
SanMar Corporation, a wholesale accessories and apparel supplier, announced last week that A4, a manufacturer of performance sports apparel, is joining SanMar’s team of industry brands as its largest nationwide distributor in 2025. “This is an important step forward...
