Since their inception over ten years ago, the Second Shift line-up still remains one of Caterpillars most trusted and popular work boots. What could possibly make this work boot reign the markets for a decade? Glad you asked. It could be because the boots are extra durable, super comfortable and yet somehow still manage to […]
Electrical Hazard vs. Electro Static Dissipative Work Boots
Much like your hammer and drill, all craftsmen know the right tool for the job. When it comes to safety footwear, the same also applies. If you work in areas where a crate might suddenly come crashing down on your feet, safety toe boots will do great. But the same boots would be useless in […]
Benefits of Buying Side Zipper Boots for Workers
The responsibility of ensuring a healthy and safe working environment lies with the employer. Employers are entitled to provide their employees with Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to reduce risks associated with working environments. In a working environment, for example a construction site, employees receive safety helmets, highly visible clothing, safety footwear and eye protection among […]
Understanding Shoe Construction and How it Affects Your Work Boots
Ever wonder why you walk into a work boot site and see a range of very varied prices? What is the difference between a pair of boots that cost under $50 and another that costs $250? Sure, elements such as the brand name, country, material quality, and craftsmanship are all relevant factors to consider. However, […]
Save Your Boot Sole: Shoe Repair Secrets for All Budgets
When it comes to your work boots, the outsole is without a doubt the most vulnerable part. In addition to keeping you safe and sound from the ground, the sole faces all sorts of terrain and bears your full weight day in day out. After a while, it’s only normal that your soles will have […]
Types of Footwear Insulation for Standing all Day in Cold Weather
Once upon a time, buying boots for cold weather was pretty simple. There weren’t that many choices to choose from, and the ones that were available were warm enough to get the job done. But alas, how times change. Now, you not only have to find a shoe that won’t let in the cold, but […]
6 Best Insulated Work Boots for Men and Their Ideal Work Environment
Let’s face it; winter is so damn hard! It doesn’t matter whether you’re working indoors or outdoors, the cold has a way of chilling you proper. And I don’t know about you, but there’s nothing more paralyzing and painful than the feeling you get when your toes freeze up and get all stiff and twitchy. […]
How to Make Your Steel Toe Work Boots More Comfortable
Since the inception of the first work boot, we have come a long way towards achieving a truly injury free working environment. Industries from all over the world can now comfortably say that the rate of worker injury and accidents have drastically reduced. However, there is one minor issue that we cannot afford to overlook. […]
How To Improve Grip and Traction on Your Work Boots
Did you know that slips and accidental falls kill over 30,000 Americans and maim millions every single year? And that’s only 3000 less than car accidents! Even with all the technology in the world to give your shoes good grip, there are factors that lead to the speedy wear of your boot’s outsoles. Some of […]
Latest High-Tech Features for Safety Footwear
Unlike the old days when the only form of safety practices around the workplace involved a very loud “heads up”, things have really changed for the better. Today, industries are taking all the measures possible to ensure that their workers do not suffer from any injuries that could have been avoided. To help achieve the […]