First responders put their lives on the line every day to keep their communities safe. Unfortunately, some do so without the best equipment, software, and training available. But it doesn't have to be this way. There are billions of dollars available through federal,...
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How to Write an Effective RFP
Writing a request for proposal (RFP) or request for information (RFI) is exactly what it sounds like. You submit requests to vendors asking for detailed proposals before deciding which one wins your project. A well-written RFP provides a clear, complete understanding...
New Dress Uniforms and Patches Revealed at BPD Graduation Last Week
Going back well over 20 years, the department and its members have tried to bring about a dress uniform for the sworn members. Last week’s graduation marks the first day these new uniforms and the new patch were showcased, as well as the first Boston Police Academy...
GT Distributors are relocating corporate headquarters, bringing $11.2 million investment
GT will relocate all corporate operations from a 31,000 square foot facility in Austin to a new, 70,000 square foot facility in Pflugerville. The site selection was based on the city’s positive business climate and accessibility to major highways. The distributor...
UniFirst Introduces iQ Series FR Workwear: Ultra-Light Uniforms for At-Risk Workers
UniFirst Corporation this week announced the addition of the Bulwark® iQ Series® of safety apparel to its core uniform service offerings of flame resistant (FR) and high visibility personal protective equipment (PPE). In partnership with Bulwark, UniFirst is now...
National Police Week Goes Virtual: May 9 – 15
The pandemic has upended just about everything, so it comes as no surprise that most of the official events for this year's National Police Week are virtual. From May 9–15, the National Law Enforcement Memorial and Museum will deliver programs to keep current officers...
How this Fall River uniform manufacturer is outfitting police departments nationwide
It’s easy enough to miss if you’re driving by, but there’s a Fall River business on the fourth floor of a former mill building on Quarry Street that quietly and methodically manufactures formal dress coats and pants for the Chicago Police Department. It also makes...
Buy a uniform, grab a sandwich, get a haircut and practice shooting all under one roof? Welcome to Huron Valley Guns
You've probably heard the grumbles from officers and other first responders. They need to come in for a uniform or pick up gear, but they'd rather be doing something else. Anything else. That problem doesn't exist for Michigan dealer Huron Valley Guns, a store where...
Hennepin EMS overhauls uniforms to distinguish themselves from police, sparking internal backlash
Tired of being confused for law enforcement, Hennepin EMS paramedics will soon trade their trademark brown uniforms for blue ones "to better distinguish their role as emergency medical services." The change, requested by Hennepin Healthcare, was made because some...
New Fabric Concept Inspires CX360™, Elbeco’s Latest Uniform Series
On a trip to one of its global fabric mills, the Elbeco president was shown a new fabric concept. The moment he felt it, he knew this was going to be game-changing for the uniform industry. That fabric has inspired Elbeco's newest product line: the CX360 uniform...
5.11, 3M Partner on New Carbon Black Uniform Application
5.11, Inc., a global innovator of purpose-built apparel, footwear, and gear, is excited to be the first in the public safety space to offer 3M Scotchlite Carbon Black embellishment, now available through the 5.11 Custom Shop in Manteca, CA. This patented reflective...
Safariland Introduces Two Enhanced Armor Systems
Safariland®, a brand of The Safariland Group, a leading global provider of safety products designed for the public safety, military, professional and outdoor markets, announced last week that it has released two new highly customizable armor systems: the SHIFT 360™...