Electricity Today T&D Magazine

Every layer of apparel you wear on the job, matters. A layering system is designed specifically to work together, layer by layer, to keep you dry, warm, and protected.
But the layers you wear on the job are only as effective as the materials they are manufactured with and their inherent design properties. The inclusion of moisture-wicking fibers, in particular, is a design quality that oil, gas, and utility workers should seek out in all FR/AR apparel.

Moisture-Wicking Fabrics and Technology
Moisture-wicking fabrics were originally created to help boost athletic performance in extreme outdoor situations by keeping athletes...

At Valard, our people are the core and health of our business. Without our people, we have nothing. In fact, one of our slogans is “People. First.” However, being a people company means some of our biggest challenges are created by people. Our challenges are unique, as is each person – unique background, unique experiences, and unique culture. We love celebrating our people’s uniqueness, which is part of our DNA. However, we need business alignment. We need people with standardized skill sets, common goals, the same risk tolerances, and a shared culture. Knowing that people have free will to choose,...