Makita has launches seven High Performance gloves from general purpose to extreme impact protection and more.
Makita U.S.A., Inc. is introducing High Performance gloves with seven different functional styles, from general purpose to extreme impact protection. Makita High Performance gloves combine comfort, fit and dexterity with protection and durability features to meet the needs of the most demanding professional.
“We are excited to launch our first full range of high performance gloves,” said Andrew Camp, director of product management, accessories, Makita U.S.A. Inc. “We are bringing to the hand protection category the same innovative excellence that Makita is known for throughout our range of solutions. From the bold styling and high-quality materials to the productive performance demonstrated by our ANSI/ISEA 105 standard ratings, we couldn’t be more pleased in what we’ve created and are very excited to see users slip their hands in these.”
Makita High Performance Gloves offer function-specific features with intended uses ranging from box handling, landscaping and equipment operation to automotive, carpentry, construction and more. Glove packaging clearly communicates top features as well as ANSI and ISEA standard ratings where applicable including cut level, abrasion and impact protection so users can select the right glove for the job.
In addition to performance and durability, Makita designed the gloves for comfort, fit and dexterity. Design features include breathable materials, additional padding and reinforcement in high wear areas, stretch elastic cuffs and hook-and-loop wrist closures. Five styles have touchscreen compatibility for use with a phone or tablet.
Makita is launching the new range gloves including the following:
FitKnit Cut Level 1 Nitrile Dipped Gloves: The seamless 15-gauge FitKnit material gives users optimal flexibility and protection for easy movement and better control. The Nitrile coating on palm and fingers is oil and fluid resistant, with advanced coating on the palm for improved grip. The gloves are ANSI-rated cut level A1, puncture level 2, and abrasion level 4 for added durability and protection. They are ideal for box handling, construction and equipment operation as well as landscaping, maintenance and repair, DIY home improvement and more. They are touchscreen compatible for added convenience.
Advanced FitKnit Cut Level 7 Nitrile Coated Dipped Gloves: The 10-gauge FitKnit material gives users optimal fit and flexibility as well as increased cut protection. The Nitrile coating on palm and fingers is oil and fluid resistant, with advanced coating on the palm for improved grip. The gloves are ANSI-rated cut level A7, puncture level 4, and abrasion level 3 for added durability and protection. They are ideal for box handling, construction and equipment operation as well as landscaping, maintenance and repair and more. They are touchscreen compatible for added convenience.
100% Genuine Leather Driver Gloves: Durahide Leather Technology combines 100% genuine leather with oil and fluid resistance, breathability, and no break-in time for comfort and versatility. The gloves are ANSI-rated abrasion level 3 for added durability, with an open cuff design for easy slip-on and improved fit. These versatile gloves are ideal for a variety of different types of work including landscaping, DIY home improvement, construction, transportation and agriculture and farming.
For more information go tohttps://www.makitatools.com/products/gloves.
The Colorado-based company will now be Bartlett's third business based in the state.
Bartlett Tree Experts has expanded its presence in Colorado with the acquisition of Tree Top. Since 2002, Tree Top has served residential and commercial clients throughout the Larimer County, Fort Collins, and Loveland areas.
The acquisition and addition of a new Fort Collins office represents Bartlett’s 157th operation and third Colorado location.
integrate new tools and protocols to help them take even better care of customers’ trees.
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“Bartlett invests tremendously in arboricultural research to support its local offices in providing the most advanced tree care solutions available,” James Knotts said. “We are proud to join Bartlett and honored to be part of a team as dedicated to scientific tree care as they are.”
Bartlett Tree Experts President and COO Jim Ingram said, “We are excited about this acquisition because it allows us to expand our full range of scientific tree care services in Colorado while continuing to honor our commitment to exceptional safety, quality, and customer service.”
The acquisition, which closed on May 23, completes Bartlett’s coverage area along the Front Range and follows Bartlett’s acquisition earlier this year of 303 Tree in Boulder. Bartlett began serving the greater Denver area in 2018 when it acquired Colorado Treescapes in Littleton.
The event is Aug. 29 in Cary, North Carolina.
Project EverGreen will host its inaugural golf classic on August 29 at the Lochmere Golf Club in Cary, North Carolina.
Registration and lunch will be served starting at 11:30 a.m. with a 1:00 p.m. shotgun start. Registration is $125 per golfer and $500 for a foursome. All registered golfers receive 18 holes of golf with cart, lunch, post-round reception, gift bag, and non-alcoholic beverages. The deadline for registering is August 22.
Sponsorships are also available for companies looking to support the Project EverGreen mission.
“We are excited to combine the passion our volunteers and donors have for golf and the great outdoors with supporting Project EverGreen’s mission to create a greener, healthier, cooler Earth,” said Cindy Code, executive director of Project EverGreen. “The work that is done to grow a healthier green space footprint through the GreenCare for Communities and GreenCare for Troops initiatives benefits communities and military families across the country.”
Visit the golf classic page on the Project EverGreen website to register or secure a sponsorship.
PBI-Gordon is the title sponsor of the event. Allbaugh LLC is a lunch sponsor and TrueWinds Consulting will sponsor the photo cart.
The new locations began serving customers as Ewing Landscape Materials on Monday, May 23.
PHOENIX - Ewing Irrigation & Landscape Supply announces its acquisition of Texas Landscape Supply in the Austin and San Antonio areas, which includes New Braunfels Landscape Supply, Wimberley Landscape Supply and Round Mountain Landscape Supply, which is formally known as Tri County Landscape Supply.
These locations will become the first Ewing Landscape Materials locations in Texas, growing Ewing’s bulk materials business and offering customers access to soil, mulch, aggregate and crushed stone, boulders, pavers and block and more.
“We're very excited to welcome the Texas Landscape Supply team to the Ewing family,” said Sean Wimble, Ewing’s central territory president. “Texas Landscape Supply has an excellent reputation in the market and aligns with Ewing’s mission of being the top distribution partner for our customers in central Texas and throughout the entire state.”
Ewing has locations throughout Texas, including the Austin, San Antonio, Dallas and Houston metro areas, as well as throughout western Texas. Ewing will also be opening two additional Ewing Irrigation & Landscape Supply locations in Texas later this year.
“We looked for a partner with the right heritage, scale, and initiative to help further our evolution across Texas,” said Tres Frey, owner and managing member of Texas Landscape Supply. “Ewing is that partner. Ewing not only brings significant strength and reputation in the marketplace, but their emphasis on team, product quality, and service aligns very well with our model, which we think will lead to tremendous success in the future.”
These new locations began serving customers as Ewing Landscape Materials on Monday, May 23.
“The Texas Landscape Supply teams have been leaders in landscape and bulk materials throughout central Texas. Through this partnership and aligned vision, we are in the right position to further enhance this strategy of being a market leader and growth in this category, serving the Austin and San Antonio areas," said Douglas W. York, CEO and president of Ewing.