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COMMON FOOT HEALTH ISSUES & HOW TO PREVENT THEM Good work boots are crafted with necessary safety features-protections against slips, electrical hazards, impact and compression hazards, etc. Your immediate safety on the jobsite is understandably a top priority. But good work boots should also protect your feet against more long-term dangers. Shoddy or improperly fitted…

INNOVATIONS IN MODERN WORK BOOTS Work boots for men and women with tough jobs have come a long way since 1892, when Albert Weinbrenner took over his father’s cobbler shop in Milwaukee and the Thorogood story began. While many tried-and-true techniques in work boot manufacturing remain at the pinnacle of quality-such as the use of…

Every worker knows that there’s no substitute for the right tool, and work boots are no different. The right footwear can keep you comfortable, soften long hours on your feet, prevent foot injuries, or even save your life. Thorogood builds work boots with safety features designed for a wide range of jobs. After all, something…

WORK BOOTS FOR EXTREME TEMPERATURES Whether your job has you working in extreme cold or extreme heat or, depending on the time of year, both, it’s important to be aware of the risks of temperature-related injuries and take precautions. In cold winter weather, protective measures include wearing footwear that helps prevent slips and falls; gloves…

Have you ever seen someone and automatically thought, “I gotta meet that guy!” Well, prepare to add Dumptruck to your list. Dumptruck Stroupe is located in Charlotte, NC! Even if you’re not from Charlotte, you might still have a chance to run into Dumptruck on one of his work trips nationwide! As a Brand Manager,…

HOW BOOTS KEEP YOU ON YOUR FEET One of the most important basic safety innovations in modern work boots is the ability of those boots to keep you steady on your feet while doing fast-paced work on a variety of surfaces. Depending on the work you do, this may include wet pavement, oily concrete, or…

November, 2024 – Merrill, WI – Thorogood® and its parent company, Weinbrenner Shoe Company, are proud to reaffirm their long-standing commitment to union labor while making a meaningful contribution to the relief efforts following hurricanes Helene and Milton. Thorogood has donated 1,221 pairs of its newly launched Genesis series work boots to the International Brotherhood…

WHY IT MATTERS WHAT YOUR BOOTS ARE MADE OF Modern work boots draw on centuries of experience and innovation. New manufacturing processes and styles have greatly increased the longevity and safety of footwear, while some tried-and-true methods have stood the test of time. You can see this mix of new and old when you look…

Wellington boots are fairly simple but extremely useful outdoor boots that are identifiable by their lack of laces, slip-on / slip-off style, and height. They’re usually taller than traditional work boots, making them ideal at keeping your feet clean and dry while working in wet or muddy conditions. For this reason, they’ve become extremely popular…

Merrill, Wisconsin, October 15, 2024 – Thorogood, a name synonymous with quality and durability for 132 years, announces the latest revolution in the world of footwear with the launch of the Genesis series, available now. This collection comprises five distinct styles catering to diverse needs. Thorogood’s Genesis series marks a significant milestone in the brand’s…

If you met John, you’d know he’s easy to remember. How? He’s John from Johnstown! As mentioned above, John is based in Johnstown, NY. By day, he’s a Union Pipefitter. By night, he’s the owner of Posson Welding – a small business crafting gym equipment. After John got home from the Marine Corps, he went…

Without people like Ken, America wouldn’t be functioning the way it does. Ken Glidden is based in Hooksett, NH. As a young welder coming from a family filled with Linemen, Ken is paving his legacy as a next-gen blue collar worker. Day to day, you’ll find Ken working as a Journeyman Pipefitter and Welder out…