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Embracing Earth Day: Planting Native Species with Watson Gloves and the Urban Botanist

Posted on April 18, 2024 by - Education, Gardening, Gloves, Guide, Sustainability

Planting Native Species Cheat Sheet
For Earth Day, Watson Gloves has partnered with the “Urban Botanist” to support your local native ecosystem by planting species of native plants in your garden. This collaboration leverages the Urban Botanist’s expertise and Watson Gloves’ dedication to sustainability, encouraging gardeners to foster biodiversity in their own backyards. Our Homegrown™ line, featuring WasteNot™ yarn from recycled plastic bottles and landfill biodegradable Reclaim™ additives, represents our commitment to environmentally responsible products. Read more…

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Sustainability in the PPE and Safety Equipment Industry: Insights from the ISEA Report

Posted on November 14, 2023 by - Education, Safety, Sustainability

Personal protective equipment (PPE) is undergoing a transformative era where sustainability is gaining equal significance next to its primary safety function. The International Safety Equipment Association’s (ISEA) recent study illuminates this shift, revealing that an overwhelming 80% of safety managers now factor in sustainability when selecting PPE, reflecting a broader industry trend towards environmentally conscious practices (ISEA Report, 2023). At Watson Gloves, being environmentally conscious is not a new trend but a continued commitment. Our approach is twofold: to provide quality hand protection while reducing our environmental footprint and helping reduce yours. Together, we can help elevate the industry for a more sustainable future. Read more…

Director of Product Development Christina Yeung's Watson Gloves Story

Watson Story – Director of Product Development Christina Yeung

Posted on February 1, 2023 by - Watson Careers, Watson Stories

I’ve been working for Watson Gloves for eleven years at the head office in Burnaby, BC. I was hired as a product developer and have recently become the Director of Product Development.

Watson Gloves has been a part of my life since I was very young! I’ve always lived in Vancouver, and my childhood home was in East Vancouver, only three blocks away from Watson Gloves’ original main office! Read more…

15 Ways to Beat the Heat from Watson Gloves

15 Ways to Beat the Heat When Working Outside at the Jobsite

Posted on July 21, 2022 by - Gloves, Education, Guide, Safety

Heat. Heat everywhere. Summer signals a time of heat and at times during the season, extreme heat. And if you’re working outdoors, you are at a higher risk of overheating. Roof work, construction, and any other industrial site that are outdoors are hot environments that can exacerbate overheating. During times of extraordinarily hot weather, it’s important to put safety as high priority. Why? Because the cost of overheating is not pretty.

Fortunately, we have all the essential tips to reduce overheating when working outside. We understand many occupations that involve outdoor work cannot simply be put to a halt. Knowing the ways you can protect yourself in the hot heat though will keep you both safe and productive.

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Cleaning Watson Gloves Leather Gloves

Washing your Leather Gloves

Posted on June 21, 2022 by - Education

Are your leather gloves looking rough? We get it, it’s easy to just throw your gloves into the closet, toss them into your toolbox, or chuck them into the back of your truck without cleaning them off. After time your gloves will naturally accumulate dirt and grime, building up bacteria, and shortening the lifespan of the glove. Cleaning your leather gloves, like you’d clean your leather boots, will help them age well, will stop them from smelling, and will allow you to use them longer. Read more…

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5(ish) Things to Look for in a BBQ Glove

Posted on May 20, 2022 by - Gloves, Education, Guide, New Product, Product Release, Safety

Do you need a BBQ glove? Yes! Whether you’re a passionate pitmaster feeding a party of 50 or a home cook barbecuing for your family on a sunny weekend, a BBQ glove is an essential item to help beef up your BBQ game! There are different types of BBQ gloves, and depending on your application, it’s good to know what kind of BBQ glove works best for you. You don’t have to worry though, as we share with you the five things to look for in a BBQ glove so that you can find the perfect fit. Read more…

Ly Tran Career Story at Watson Gloves

Watson Story – Ly Tran

Posted on March 11, 2022 by - Watson Careers, Watson Stories

I started working at Watson Gloves 17 years ago, back in the original Vancouver building on Main and 2nd. Before joining Watson Gloves, I was working in retail sales and found that I really enjoyed the customer service aspect and wanted to find a path where I could help people. A recruiting agency paired me up with Watson Gloves and that’s how it all started!

I did my research and what initially sold me was how long the company had been around. I remember thinking, “It’s been around for so long; it’s going to withstand anything!” Especially now, I think it’s very rare for a family-owned business to have such longevity.

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