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When you depend on valuable job site equipment, there are measures you can take to keep it in good condition for years to come. During cold weather seasons, using industrial lubricants is an easy and low-cost way to protect your equipment. There are many types of industrial lubricants to select from, depending on what type of machinery you have, and the protection needed. It’s important to protect your costly machinery during the winter, so it can run smoothly all year long.

Anti-seize agents are lubricating compounds made from finely-powdered metals that can protect machinery from rust fusion, seizure and corrosion. They also reduce friction between two metal surfaces. Sprayon anti-seize and lubricating compound provides protection in temperatures from 0 degrees to 2200 degrees Fahrenheit.

Long-term outdoor protectant and lubricant will protect your outdoor machinery from corrosion in humid and salt spray conditions. In addition to metals, this type of waxy lubricant can be applied to rubbers, plastics and most painted surfaces. Outdoor protectants are ideal for machinery kept in high precipitation areas.

Long-term indoor protectant and lubricant protects equipment from water displacement, rust and corrosion. This type of indoor lubricant can be used on many different surfaces.

Food grade machinery oil penetrates and loosens corrosive residue, dirt and rust to be easily removed. This non-silicone formula is non-flammable and safe to use on machinery near food.

These are some of the standard industrial lubricants, but there are many other protectants and compounds to choose from. See what type of protective agents work best for your equipment and take actions now to prevent damage later.

Make sure your work place is prepared for emergencies. Keep first aid kits and first aid supplies on hand at offices, job sites and other work environments.

The most common first aid supply is first aid kits. There are several types of first aid kits to choose from, including standard kits, unitized first aid kits and specialty first aid kits. Standard first aid kits are stocked with a variety of medical supplies like bandages, medication, burn treatments, eye wash, antiseptic wipes and other supplies. Most first aid kits and cabinets come with a recommendation for the number of people the kit can treat, usually anywhere form 10 to 200 people. Keep in mind that these numbers are recommendations, but you can choose the size you think is best for your number of employees.

Unitized first aid kits come with separate unit packages of supplies. The supplies are individually wrapped and can be ordered separately. This type of first aid kit is preferred by schools and companies that need to replenish their first aid supplies often. Specialty first aid kits are kits put together with a special purpose in mind. These specialties can include blood borne pathogens kits, contractors kits, burn treatment kits and more. Specialty first aid kits are ideal for workers in industries that may have more specific first aid needs.

The most important things about first aid kits, are to keep them fully stocked with the first aid supplies you need, and to keep your first aid kit in a well-know, accessible location. Employees should be aware of their company’s first aid supplies and how to use them.

Different types of safety vests are used for different industries, but most jobs require ANSI safety vests. ANSI safety vests are certified by the American National Standards Institute. They meet certain requirements for high visibility safety clothing standards. Here’s a quick guide to the different classes of ANSI safety vests.

ANSI Class 2 safety vests are sleeveless safety vests with 775 square inches of background material and 201 square inches of retro-reflective material (1.375 inch reflective stripes). Required for workers on sites around traffic going 25 mph or higher and workers near heavy machinery, ANSI class 2 safety vests come in many styles and colors.

ANSI Class 3 safety vests are for workers who need greater visibility than what Class 2 vests offer. ANSI Class 3 safety vests are required for workers near traffic that exceeds 50 mph. These vests have 1240 square inches of background material and 310 square inches of retro-reflective material (2 inch reflective stripes). All ANSI Class 3 safety vests have sleeves.

ANSI 207-2006 safety vests are public service safety vests required for all public service officials, including law enforcement, emergency responders, fire officials and DOT personnel. These safety vests can be color-coded and customized for individual industries. Most ANSI 207-2006 safety vests are breakaway vests.

Bookmark the Utility Safeguard blog for more helpful posts on safety vests, hard hats, work gloves, and other types of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Have you already finished with all of your holiday shopping? If not, here are some cool holiday gift ideas.

Stylish bomber jackets make great holiday gifts for people who require high visibility protection on the job. ANSI certified safety jackets are available in assorted styles, like the OccuNomix Two Tone Bomber Jacket, the Port Authority Safety Reflective Heavyweight Parka, and the ANSI Class 3 Reversible Cold Weather Jacket by OccuNomix. These safety jackets all provide warmth and ANSI certified hi viz protection.

Tool kits and assorted hand tools are also good ideas. Do your loved ones already have all the tools they need? Get tool bags to help them stay organized! Various styles and sizes are available from top brand names, like CLC, Ergodyne, and Youngstown. Flashlights are ideal to buy for the handy-men and handy-women in your life, too. LED flashlights, camping lanterns, rechargeable flashlights, and mini flashlights are all best-sellers in the lighting industry. Streamlight and Coast are two of the biggest brand names, and they often sell accessories and upgrade kits for their most popular models of flashlights. Pair flashlights with the appropriate size batteries for even better gifts!

Thinking about giving gloves as holiday gifts? Good idea! Gloves are thoughtful gifts that can either be stylish or serve as hand protection for your loved ones’ jobs or hobbies. There are many different styles of gloves to choose from for both men and women. Gardening gloves, performance gloves, fleece-lined gloves, and leather work gloves are just some popular types.

If you want to avoid long store lines and fighting for parking spots at busy malls, finish your holiday shopping online this year! Many websites offer secure online checkouts, and they may even have special holiday coupon codes or shipping deals for you to save money.

Happy shopping, and happy holidays!

During the winter months, typical work gloves might not be enough if you work outdoors. You can get the work gloves you need for the job, with extra cold weather protection. Winter work gloves come in a wide variety of styles for different industries and applications.

For general purpose work applications, performance gloves are a great place to start. Some manufacturers of  performance gloves like Ironclad and Ergodyne design many of their gloves for use during colder conditions. These cold condition gloves may have extra lining or padding. They are also designed to allow the wearer to maintain dexterity and tactility, without being bulky and restricting. Most cold condition gloves are waterproof, which is ideal in snow.

Whether your job demands cut resistant gloves or other features, find the right pair that keeps you hands warm and allows you to get the job done.

Are you aware of our Coupons tab in the Utility Safeguard blog? If not, look up! Click on this Coupons tab for our most recent promotion. Our deals change every week or so. This week, we are offering $5 off any order of $50 or more. While this week’s coupon features great deals on winter clothing, the $5 coupon can be applied to any order. No matter if you are stocking up on Purell hand sanitizer, safety equipment, industrial batteries, or anything else on Utility Safeguard, you can get $5 off your order with promo code th52cs.

UtilitySafeguard.com is just one e-commerce store in the Full Source Network. FullSource.com, SafetyVests.com, myHardHats.com, WorkGloves.net, mySafetyGear.com, and a few other e-stores make up the Full Source Network. The promo code mentioned above can be redeemed at any Full Source Network store – not just at Utility Safeguard – so shop through all sites to find what you need. Check out details on which types of products are offered at each site here at the Full Source Network page. From apparel and performance gloves to cleaning supplies and tools, the Full Source Network encompasses about 50,000 different products.

Check back frequently to the Utility Safeguard blog for more promotions and coupons on all kinds of products.

Whether you are a manufacturer, distributor or an everyday consumer, getting batteries in bulk will save you money and time. You can find alkaline, lithium, industrial and rechargeable batteries in bulk casing.

Energizer makes a variety of industrial batteries in AA, AAA, C, D and 9V sizes. These Energizer industrial batteries have extended shelf life, so you can buy large quantities without worrying about the batteries going bad. Buying bulk cases of batteries save you money on the cost per battery. When it comes to industrial batteries, the more you buy, the more you save.

Rayovac Ultra Pro batteries also come in bulk casing. These alkaline batteries have a seven year shelf life. You can also stock up on Duracell Procell batteries in many sizes and save time on the hassle of constantly re-ordering. Make your business more efficient by ordering bulk industrial batteries from brands know and trust.

If you want your message to be seen clearly during the day and night, try Day/Night barricade tape. This unique caution tape from Presco has two types of lettering. Each roll has the standard printed message, like CAUTION or DANGER in thick black writing for day time use. The message is also printed in silver refractive lettering, which will stand out at nighttime.

You can find Day/Night barricade tape in several thicknesses, including 2 mil, 2.5 mil and 3 mil. Day/Night caution tape comes in many pre-printed messages, like POLICE LINE DO NOT CROSS, FIRE LINE DO NOT CROSS, DANGER and of course, CAUTION.

Use caution tape for utilities, construction, crowd control and more. Day/Night barricade tape is especially useful in areas that can be potential threats anytime of day.

All types of safety equipment are available for wholesale prices at UtilitySafeguard.com. No matter which industry you work in, there are certain safety items that always need to be at your office or job site.  From safety vests and hard hats to first aid supplies and fire safety products, UtilitySafeguard.com has the safety equipment that will keep employees safe at work.

Safety vests come in various styles and colors. ANSI certified vests, public service safety vests, lime safety vests, orange safety vests, custom logo safety vests, and more are available on UtilitySafeguard.com. Different jobs require different vests so it’s important to know which type of vest you need before shopping online. Workers within the public right-of-way of a Federal Aid highway, for example, must wear ANSI Class 2 or ANSI Class 3 vests (opposed to ANSI Class 1 or non-ANSI certified vests). Guidelines for safety vests vary depending on state so check with your local authorities if you’re unsure what your job requires.

First Aid supplies are also for sale online. First Aid kits, First Aid cabinets, burn treatments, trauma bags, bandages, and over-the-counter medication in bulk are essentials to keep at the office or job site. Being prepared for any emergency is a smart idea! No matter how large or small your work crew is, there are First Aid kits to accommodate the number of people you have.

Keep safety top priority for the workplace, and shop for safety equipment online today!

We’ve been bringing you a lot of information on the flu lately, and that’s because flu season officially starts tomorrow, October 1st! There are many ways you can reduce your chances of getting the flu or H1N1, which is still going to be circulating this year. As we’ve been stressing here at UtilitySafeguard, one of the best preventive measures you can take is using hand sanitizer frequently.

All schools, offices and homes should stock up on Purell for hands and to wipe down other commonly touched surfaces. Purell even manufactures touch-free dispensers so you can avoid contact and cross-contamination. In our efforts to get more Purell hand sanitizer out there, we’re offering discounts this week.

Check the coupon tab at the top of the page to save money on your next order. When you buy Purell in bulk, not only will you save money, you’ll be prepared for the entire flu season. We also sell Purell in 4 ounce bottles. This size is perfect for keeping in purses, pockets and sending with kids to school. Get the Purell you need today to stay healthy all year long!