Why Enhanced Visibility Garments?

redkap1923 — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 16:15:20 +0000

Government regulations are strict when it comes to safety apparel worn by those who are routinely exposed to the hazards of low visibility while on the job. The ANSI 107 Standard outlines the specific visibility requirements for these types of occupations.

For lower-risk work conditions where true “hi-vis” apparel is not legally required, Red Kap offers a variety of enhanced visibility garments that use either bright fabrics or reflective striping to add an extra element of safety to the workplace or job site.

T-shirt in Fluorescent Yellow/Green

Work Shirt in Light Grey w/ Orange Vis Trim

Bomber Jacket in Navy w/ Yellow Vis Trim

Our product lineup includes t-shirts, long and short sleeve work shirts (available with and without reflective trim), pants, coveralls and jackets. If our stock offering doesn’t include what you’re looking for, you can customize any Red Kap garment with reflective striping through our Imagine It program.

For complete product and regulatory details, check out our Visibility Apparel Guide.

No matter what your visibility apparel needs, good work always stands out.

2012 Red Kap Catalog

redkap1923 — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:10:23 +0000

With a new year comes a new catalog. In addition to new product and color additions, this year we’ve incorporated a helpful feature we call product grids. These quick-reference guides feature product categories (ex. Shirts, Hi-Vis, etc.) organized in a way that allows you to easily see and compare products, so selecting the right garment for the job is a snap.

You can preview these new grids – and the entire catalog – right away; the printed catalog will be available the week of January 23rd.

We’re interested in hearing what you think. Drop us a note below.

Help Pick the 2011 Kaption Winner

redkap1923 — Fri, 13 Jan 2012 22:01:08 +0000

Red Kaptions are short quips that get to the heart of what Red Kap is all about: getting the job Done Right. We introduced kaptions with our 2010 catalog and the response was great. In 2011 we asked our fans to submit their own kaptions for the chance to be selected as a monthly winner. Over 700 submissions were made; 18 were deemed kaption-worthy.

And now for the fun part! We need your help to decide which one will take home the top honor and earn its author $1000. Head over to Facebook to cast your vote for the kaption that speaks to you.

And if you think you can do better, submit your own on redkap.com.

Gifts For A Car Guy

redkap1923 — Tue, 29 Nov 2011 18:16:49 +0000

Got a “car guy” on your holiday list this year? Check out these gift options from Red Kap. Unlike his dream car, they’re guaranteed to fit in the budget and under the tree!

A customized work shirt is a fun way to give a gift with a personal touch. Step 1: Pick a long or short-sleeve classic work shirt, available in 21 solid colors and 14 stripes. Step 2: Pick a patch and add a name or nickname.

Step 3: Finish with striping or additional patches to create a look that’s one of a kind.

The Crew Shirt will make any guy look like a pro. Available in 4 color block options, the shirt is made of a cool ripstop fabric and features a sleeve pocket to keep tools handy. Plus a straight bottom hem means the shirt looks great untucked.

The Performance Jacket is great for a chilly day – whether in the garage or out on the town. It’s lightweight and has a modern, high-end look that any guy would appreciate.

If your car guy is a fan of the Powerblock TV, then snag him a shirt from his favorite show. Red Kap is the Official Work Shirt of Powerblock and you can find all the shirts in their online store.

For these and other great Red Kap products, find a local or online distributor.

Happy Holidays from Red Kap!

SEMA Wrap-Up

redkap1923 — Tue, 22 Nov 2011 17:21:56 +0000

Each year the SEMA Show brings thousands to Las Vegas to check out the latest and greatest in the automotive aftermarket industry. This was Red Kap’s second year exhibiting and to say it was a success would be an understatement. Not only did we experience a constant flow of visitors through our brand new 400 square foot booth, but many of them were already sporting Red Kap shirts.

On display was our full line of automotive apparel, including garments that highlighted our extensive capabilities for product customization. Through the “Try Us On To Win” promotion, over 100 people put on our shirts and jackets for the chance to win $500 in Red Kap apparel. It’s obvious from the photos that everyone had a good time trying on our gear. Last year’s shirt giveaway was so popular that we decided to take it up a notch. For 2011, we screen printed a custom SEMA design on the back of our classic SP24 work shirt. These limited edition charcoal grey shirts were a hit!

New for us this year was the sponsorship of a car – a 1966 Oldsmobile from Milestone Paint. The car sported Red Kap decals and was on display in the outdoor section, along with vehicles from all across the country. We kept the momentum going through the end of the show when Tim Strange from the Powerblock TV show “Search & Restore” made an appearance in our booth to sign autographs on Friday.

You can find more SEMA photos and coverage on redkap.com. And just for fun, check out our Grilles of SEMA album on Facebook.

New Contest: Work Week Done Right

redkap1923 — Sun, 30 Oct 2011 20:00:53 +0000

What do you think makes for the ultimate work week (besides time off)? Free lunch…gas to get you to and from the job…some new work clothes? Well, all of that and more could be yours if you win our Work Week Done Right Sweepstakes, which starts Oct. 30.

This exciting contest will award one lucky winner, AND up to nine of his or her coworkers, with all of the makings of a great week on the job: $50 gas gift card for each person, lunch Monday through Friday, $500 TGIF celebration, and $100 each in Red Kap apparel.

If that sounds like a good week to you, then head over to our Facebook page to enter. Only one entry per person is allowed, but you can increase your odds of winning by getting your coworkers to enter, too!

The Work Week Done Right contest runs through November 30. Good luck!

Work Shirts Done Right

redkap1923 — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 14:47:26 +0000

Red Kap’s core work shirt – the SP14/SP24 – set the industry standard decades ago. Here’s a closer look at the features that make our work shirts Done Right.

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Red Kap Gets You Ready for Fall

redkap1923 — Wed, 21 Sep 2011 19:13:23 +0000

Friday is the first day of fall and that means it’s time to put away the cargo shorts and polos and start thinking about jeans and jackets. The newest addition to our outerwear lineup is the industrial laundry-friendly JP66 Soft Shell Jacket.

With its contemporary styling and 4-way stretch for comfort and ease, this high-end lightweight jacket is the one you’ll reach for on your way out for work or play. It’s available in black and navy and features these benefits:

Find a distributor and stock up on all your fall workwear needs with Red Kap.

Which Ride Will Reign Supreme?

redkap1923 — Sat, 17 Sep 2011 14:30:18 +0000

Red Kap is proud to be a part of the automotive community and we’re continuously working to develop apparel that fits the unique needs of the industry. But that doesn’t mean we can’t have some fun, too!

We’ve just launched a new interactive website where two cars are pitted against one another to see which one will reign supreme. Who would you pick as the winner in a battle between a 1950 Chevy vs. a 2008 Mercedes? What about a Ford Model T v. 1958 Dodge Charger? Their fate is in your hands at www.mostrighteousride.com.

And if you’re wondering how your own ride stacks up against the competition, you’re in luck. You can upload and it will be included in the battle lineup. Plus, we’ll send you a link that you can share with your friends so they can support your quest for righteousness.

Get all the latest Most Righteous updates on its Facebook page – you never know what car will be in the top spot tomorrow!

Constructing a Better Work Shirt – Inch by Inch

redkap1923 — Wed, 14 Sep 2011 13:30:47 +0000

Body sizing and fit preferences change over the years, and our research indicated that it was time for us to make some minor tweaks to the core lineup of Red Kap work shirts.

First, we increased the length of the back by one inch. This makes it easier for our work shirts to be tucked in – and stay tucked in – through physical work days. For those who choose to wear their shirt untucked, the additional length will provide a neater, more modest appearance.
Next, we added 1.25 inches to the sleeve length. This change will enhance the wearer’s experience by allowing a greater range of motion and neater appearance.

The final change we made was to increase the back yoke width by 1.5 inches. This modification also enhances the wearer’s range of motion, resulting in even greater comfort and flexibility while on the job.

In addition to these wearer benefits, there are practical business advantages for Red Kap distributors, too. The increased yoke allows for greater flexibility of bar code label/ID tape placement. Plus, the added sleeve and body length will result in a decreased need to order “longs.”

Red Kap is continuously seeking ways to improve our garments and we’re excited by this updated fit. The feedback from individuals involved in wear tests was nothing but positive. Tell us what you think by commenting below.