FACILITIES & PROPERTY MANAGEMENT : ALEXANDRA
“ Other new developments , linked directly to Personal Protective Equipment ( PPE ), include integrated fibres that can communicate with other devices such as proximity sensors , designed to alert you that you may be getting closer to a dangerous piece of machinery or vehicle .
“ Wearers can sometimes be suspicious of solutions that enable location tracking - the ‘ Big Brother ’ effect – but this is missing the point . If , for example , a GPS tracker shows a lone worker hasn ’ t moved for an excessive period of time , in the absence of a colleague to flag an incident , we want to know that the worker isn ’ t injured or distressed . Rather than using this technology to watch over employees , companies are looking at ways to increase employee welfare by ensuring they ’ re in a safe position .
“ As with any investment , a key factor in the implementation of new technology lies with cost - currently , there substantial differences in affordability with certain developments . For example , an augmented reality ( AR ) safety helmet comes at a significant premium when compared with a standard safety helmet that you can get from us and most other PPE providers for around the £ 10 mark . However , if you ’ re looking to upgrading workwear from a traditional high-vis garment at £ 25 to an integrated garment at around £ 70 , it ’ s a very feasible possibility .
“ There are excellent developments that are available now and more that will become available in the next 12 months . In terms of development within Alexandra , I could quite easily spend every day working on solutions of this nature . There are countless tech companies who have brilliant ideas but who need to integrate those ideas into the actual garments . These companies want to partner with Alexandra and our sister company Dimensions because we have the knowledge and capability to implement their ideas . We have to choose which suppliers and what solutions to work with to enable the most beneficial developments ; for us as a business and more importantly , for our customers .
“ As with all technological developments , solutions will evolve and refine over the next few years , both in terms of functionality and affordability .”
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David explains that what makes Alexandra unequalled in the workwear industry is the company ’ s history , heritage and legacy .
“ We have survived numerous boom-times and recessions , some of which were particularly tough , and we ’ re still here ; not just growing but actually thriving . We have by far the biggest and broadest standard range in the UK .
“ We ’ re a multisector business that fully understands the wearer ’ s requirements . We invest a huge amount of time in product development and genuinely value the input of our customers .
“ We provide high quality workwear designed to fit whatever the nature of work . We deliver fast , relevant and informed customer services , making it easier to do business . We also work in respectful partnership with people , suppliers and clients .
“ We offer understanding and expertise , together with the best choice and value . When it comes to quality and innovation , our teams are always looking for the next big thing to make your work life easier and more comfortable .
“ Alexandra is on an exciting journey . We had a number of large contract wins through 2016 and the start of 2017 with even more lined up . Regardless of the business size , we ’ d openly encourage anybody to strike up a conversation with us about being a part of our story .
“ Our priority is to provide you with modern , well designed , fit-for-purpose and easy-to-care for garments that you and your team will take pride in . Through rigorous independent testing , we ensure high standards are maintained so you get the best quality , hard-wearing workwear .
“ When you buy your uniform from Alexandra , you can be sure that it will stand the test of time .”
See more at : www . alexandra . co . uk
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