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Boots & Footwear

Concrete Crews Need More Than Cushioned Work Boots

Boot construction, footbed support and rotation can affect work boot durability and comfort on concrete jobsites. See what contractors should prioritize.

September 12, 2026

Two footprints pressed into wet concrete or asphalt surface

I Switched To BRUNT Boots and I Was NOT Expecting This...

After 14 years on commercial job sites, my feet have paid the price. Then BRUNT Workwear started blowing up my social feeds.

August 13, 2026

Mechanic crouching while working on equipment in a garage workshop with a fire truck visible in background

Boots & Footwear

Footwear's Impact on Worker Safety During Extreme Heat

Red Wing Shoe Co.

Construction heat safety involves more than hydration and shade. Proper footwear and PPE choices can help reduce heat stress, fatigue and injury risks on jobsites.

June 5, 2026

Worker in orange safety vest holding up brown shoe sole with tread pattern

Celebrating Women in Construction: Tradeswomen Are Driving Change in Construction Workwear

Milwaukee Tool Corp.

As more women enter the skilled trades, their jobsite feedback is influencing construction workwear design, improving durability, mobility, safety and overall performance.

March 2, 2026

Construction worker in safety vest and helmet kneeling beside red Milwaukee tool bag

Boots & Footwear

I Tried the Brunt Marin - Here's My Honest Review

Let's take a closer look at why the Brunt Marin work boot is a top choice for construction pros.

February 17, 2026

7 Must-Have Pieces of Cold-Weather Gear for Construction Crews This Winter

From base layers to boots, these pieces of cold-weather gear help construction pros stay warm, dry and safe all winter.

November 14, 2025

Construction worker in orange hard hat and winter gear standing in snowy outdoor setting

Personal Protection Equipment

What OSHA's PPE Rule Revision Means for Women in Concrete

RefrigiWear LLC

OSHA's Personal Protective Equipment in Construction affirms that properly fitting PPE is required as a critical element of an effective occupational safety and health program. The rule applies to all construction workers, including women, as well as workers specializing in concrete.

May 11, 2025

Yellow construction safety helmet on concrete at building site

Boots & Footwear

Extend the Life of Your Work Boots in a Few Simple Steps

RefrigiWear LLC

With regular maintenance and a few replacement parts, workers can easily extend the life of their favorite work boots.

April 12, 2025

Never treat lace-up work boots like a pull-on boot. Instead, untie and fully loosen the laces when putting work boots on or taking them off.

Labor & Workforce Development

RefrigiWear Announces Acquisition of Fortdress Group

RefrigiWear LLC

The Fortdress Group has been delivering innovative products that protect workers in extreme conditions, including environments, sometimes well below freezing, in the cold chain that are necessary to protect and deliver temperature-sensitive products.

March 13, 2025

The Fortdress Group acquisition follows the purchases of FlexiTog (UK, 2024), Tessuto (Netherlands, 2024), and Goldfreeze (UK, 2025) made by RefrigiWear in Europe.

Is BRUNT Solving Foot Pain?

March 10, 2025

Business Services

RefrigiWear Acquires Workwear Companies Tessuto and Goldfreeze

RefrigiWear LLC

The three companies provide products that are widely used in outdoor work environments where wet weather and cold temperatures are major challenges to safety and productivity.

February 10, 2025

This trio of European brands, along with the RefrigiWear and Samco brands serving North and South America, deliver insulated apparel for people working in food production and distribution facilities that operate in below-freezing temperatures.

Boots & Footwear

Must-Have Cold Weather Safety Wear for Construction Workers

RefrigiWear LLC

Workwear and safety gear built for cold weather make all the difference in staying protected from weather-related illnesses and injuries. Still, crews need gear that keeps them protected without being in the way of getting the job done.

January 10, 2025

Refrigi Wear Outdoor Visilibity Wear

Construction Safety

Wolverine's Brent Dykstra Talks Worksite Foot Injury and Protection

There are lots of ways that workers can injure their feet when working on the construction site which makes it so important that they have the proper footwear on.

November 13, 2024

A construction worker’s feet are at risk of injury from things like falling objects, slippery surfaces, uneven surfaces, or sharp objects lying around.

Construction Safety

Georgia Boot Eagle Trail Hiker Review for Women in Construction

The Georgia Boot Eagle Trail for women has five different versions, each catering toward something individual. To see the true abilities of this boot, one of our editors tried them out in a few different settings.

November 5, 2024

The boot meets the ASTM F2413 impact and compression standards for safety toe work boots and the ASTM F2413 electrical hazard standards.

Milwaukee Tool: How is Technology Transforming Construction Workwear?

Milwaukee Tool Corp.

Milwaukee Tool shares insights on the latest construction workwear trends, products and innovations available on the market today.

October 8, 2024

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Boots & Footwear

CAT Footwear Launches Invader Max Work Boot

Drawing inspiration from Cat Inc.’s heavy-duty machinery and design, the Invader Max work boot is a fusion of style, comfort and protection.

October 1, 2024

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BRUNT vs. Timberland: Which Work Boot Holds Up?

Two heavy-duty construction work boots, the BRUNT Sullivan and the Timberland Pit Boss, go head-to-head in this article.

September 17, 2024

Wolverine Releases DuraShocks SR Icon Work Boots

The DuraShocks SR Boot offers stability and cushioning with a midsole that features increased PU for a wider, cradle-like heel.

September 10, 2024

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