NAUMD Presents The 2019 Innovation Award Winners

The North-American Association of Uniform Manufacturers and Distributors released the results of the Image of the Year, Best Dressed Public Safety, Innovation Awards, Next Generation Leadership Awards, and Life Time Achievement Awards for the 2019 year.

2019 Innovation Award Winners

Best Badge or Emblem Design: Tie

Smith & Warren – Tuskegee, Al, Custom Badge

What began as a basic thought transformed into an identification with parity, high-craftsmanship and authentic imagery. Utilizing CAD and 3D advanced demonstrating permitted Smith & Warren to catch basic subtleties when examined up close. For instance, penetrating the two zones around the banner convey your eyes to the focal point of the badge.

The Red-Tail jet shoots out over the flags, and is intended to symbolize bravery, US history, city tourist spots, and the pleased people of the Tuskegee Police force.

Penn Emblem – Iowa State University Police Badge

The Iowa State University Badge was made utilizing PennFlex™ an upgraded option in contrast to conventional frivolity that can give garbs an increasingly contemporary look.

PennFlex™ has a comparative metallic impact to metal identifications and can be sewn on or heat connected to most surfaces. They are likewise lightweight and adaptable, and can be combined with on-pattern attire without harming the texture.

Best Fabric Innovation

Superior Group of Companies, Wonder TECH

WonderTECH uses a protected 37.5® Technology to direct body temperature, attempting to decide whether you need warming or cooling.

The 37.5® particles embedded in the texture assimilate the infrared vitality your body discharges and if dampness/sweat is present, speeds the exploration to cool. If not, the IR energy keeps you warm. The innovation has dynamic particles that are inserted inside the polyester yarn that never washes out. It works in the vapor stage, BEFORE you break into a perspiration.

Scrubs will dry up nine times faster than other performance fabrics.

Best Footwear Innovation:

Rocky Boots – Rocky Code Blue

Through client criticism, Rocky discovered that purchasers were searching for footwear that was smooth and current but at the same time offered the toughness and comfort.

The new Code Blue accumulation, footwear with an athletic intrigue that is lighter, progressively adaptable, solid, and offers throughout the day comfort. Breathable tactical grade materials are combined with strategically placed abrasion resistant TPU overlays for added stability and durability..

This creative plan additionally offers a dash of tradition with a polished finish for an expert look.

Public Safety Product Innovation:

ASP, Inc. – ASP Transport Kit

The ASP Transport Kit is a progressive framework for controlling and transporting detainees and prisoners, with efficiency and increased protection.

Dissimilar to conventional transport chains and shackles, the structure permits the midriff chain (or optional belt) to be connected, adjusted and taken off without having to remove the wrist limitations from the subject — which is a major necessity for officer safety. The inflexible sleeves are connected before the subject, in a “stacked” arm design, limiting movement while providing more comfort during transportation or sitting in a courtroom appearance.

The Transport Kit is additionally perfect for application where space and organization are factors, such as in a patrol vehicle or inside an aircraft.

Best Garment Innovation – Function:

Superior Group of Companies – Carhartt Liberty Medical Uniforms

It’s in the subtleties. Intended to improve functionality, the details found in Carhartt Liberty medical outfits incorporate different pockets, slots for pens, breathable vents, and identification card holders.

Carhartt LIBERTY is a Force® product, which incorporates moisture wicking and stain release technologies into the fabric. FastDry® is a wicking technology. Stain Breaker® is a stain release technology that releases stains in the wash.

2019 Image of the Year Award Winners

2019 Best Dressed Public Safety Award Winners

Toledo, OH, Police – Best Dressed Mid-Sized Department

Superior Uniform Sales

The Toledo Police Department was one of the first public safety departments in Northwest Ohio to obtain all-navy uniforms, which paved the way for other departments throughout the area.

The TPD utilizes four different types of uniforms:

• A dress uniform, which includes a navy long-sleeve polyester Elbeco shirt with a dark Samuel Broome tie and navy Flying Cross pants, a navy Flying Cross pullover coat with gold or silver buttons (contingent upon rank) and a Pershing-style cap.

• The next is an everyday work uniform consisting of navy blue short sleeve and long sleeve Elbeco shirts and Flying Cross cargo pants. TPD’s specialty units include SWAT, K-9, Training, Gang, and Bike Patrol. K-9, Gang and SWAT all wear Blauer tops with ripstop pants by Flying Cross. The Training Academy members are distinguished by embroidered, tactical polos by 5.11.

• Bike Patrol officers wear Blauer tops with versatile zip-off pants and shorts, depending on the weather.

• The Honor Guard uniform consists of a Flying Cross dress coat with royal blue and black double braids sewn into the sleeves.

City of Oakland Park Fire Rescue – Best Dressed First Responders, Small Department

Global Trading

The move from substantial, blurred cottons to increasingly breathable, dampness wicking polyester tops has brought about positive criticism from the network and individuals from this office.

Oakland Park Fire Rescue’s ordinary look is typically BDU’s and polos, yet Administration wears Class A shirts and jeans. Altogether, the division utilizes 5 kinds of uniforms, including wear for its Honor Guard.

This look incorporates a dark coat with choker neckline, bi-swing back, a tapered midriff with belt hooks,single back vent, and upper creased and lower stash folds. Red and gold edgecord can be found on the sleeves. Pants use a similar texture as the coat, and have a standard 4-pocket style with red and gold edgecord starting from the waistband to the outer seams.

D.C. Metropolitan Police, Best Dressed Large Department

Muscatello’s

For decade, MPD wore light-blue uniform shirts but have recently changed to navy blue.

With this change, comfort and functionality give the best advantage. This uniform change also allows bullet-resistant vests to be placed on top of the shirts. With the lighter-colored shirts, police were required to wear the vests underneath so they wouldn’t cover up their uniforms.

The problem was that it caused itching, rashes and excessive sweating. Presently, the office utilizes another Blauer uniform for most of their agency.

The new design has suspenders hidden to help evenly distribute the weight of each officers gun belt and ease back pain. The garments are also easier to wash, which is an added bonus.

Lakewood West Metro Fire Protection District, Best Dressed First Responders, Medium Department

Elbeco

Even though other departments in the area have discontinued the practice, the chief of this department continues to provide his firefighters with Class A uniforms.

It’s a standard that has satisfied, receiving high praise from the community and guests to the region.

Their Class A uniforms consist of single and double-breasted Dutymaxx blousecoats and distinction shirts. The primary jackets are in Midnight Navy. For everyday wear, the department uses Nomex pants, 100% cotton t-shirts and 100% cotton job shirts.