Marketing
Lapco Manufacturing Inc.
985. 385. 5380
marketing@lapco.com
Morgan City, Louisiana (February 18, 2021) — Flame-resistant workwear producer, Lapco Manufacturing Inc., has launched a new podcast titled “Safety And…”, a laughing and learning podcast where we learn about safety and another topic chosen by the guest. The pod, which is published twice a month, focuses on the importance of safety and safety products while providing a friendly, informative tone and is geared toward safety enthusiasts and future safety professionals.
The most recent episode featured oil and gas powerhouse Petra Reyes where she explored Safety and E.S.G. Initiatives in the oil and gas sector. The podcast has reached over 10K listeners and has received five stars on Apple Podcasts, with only two episodes released to date.
Host Lauren Brizendine says, “It’s been a blast to connect with so many people to hear their safety stories and explore their personal passions. The positive response has been so overwhelming from both guests and listeners that I’m very energized to see where this will go and how it will grow over time.”
Fans of the podcast can contact marketing@lapco.com to provide feedback and ideas for the podcast or to become a guest on the program. You can also listen to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Buzzsprout, or wherever you get your podcasts.
About Lapco Manufacturing, Inc.
Lapco Manufacturing, Inc. is the family-owned and operated manufacturer of LAPCO™ and LAPCO FR™ brand safety workwear. LAPCO has proudly served uniform providers throughout the United States and abroad for more than 30 years. Workers in the oil and gas, electric utility, refining, and petrochemical industries have trusted LAPCO Premium Workwear products since 1989.
At Lapco, we know what it takes to get the job done. That is why we are proud of the work we are doing and the products we manufacture.
SAFETY PRODUCTS
Lapco products are certified to meet standards set forth by NFPA 2112, NFPA 70E, and ASTM F1506. We understand employee protection and product reliability.
INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
Owning a private manufacturing plant gives Lapco the ability to track each garment from raw material to end product and respond to customers’ product needs in real-time.
GARMENT CUSTOMIZATION
We offer embroidery, custom reflective taping, patches, and heat transfers on all our products.
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Marketing
Lapco Manufacturing Inc.
800. 385. 5380
marketing@lapco.com
Morgan City, Louisiana: Lapco Manufacturing Inc. announced the release of its newest flame-resistant garment, a ladies FR comfort stretch jeans crafted from 11 oz. 69/30/1 Cotton/Modacrylic/Elastane fabric blend. The L-PFRSD11M ladies stretch jean is the latest in their full line of flame-resistant products and continues to build on the success of their ladieswear assortment while also offering a counter to our mens flex jean.
“We spent a lot of time working to get this jean right. Understanding the nuances of the female figure is quite the challenge. It was critical for us to offer both regular and plus sizes for our lady end users” says Micah Triche, Vice President at Lapco. “The response we are getting in the field has been phenomenal.”
Features and benefits of Lapco’s Flame Resistant Windshield Vest include.
Our new addition to the ladies line will be available starting January 2020 at variety of distributors. For more information on our ladies comfort stretch denim visit lapco.com. Lapco: Premium Workwear Since 1989.
At Lapco we know what it takes to get the job done. That is why we are proud of the work we are doing and the products we manufacture.
SAFETY PRODUCTS
Lapco products are certified to meet standards set forth by NFPA 2112, NFPA 70E, and ASTM F1506. We understand employee protection and product reliability.
INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
Owning a private manufacturing plant gives Lapco the ability to track each garment from raw material to end product and respond to customers' product needs in real time.
GARMENT CUSTOMIZATION
We offer embroidery, custom reflective taping, patches, and heat transfers on all our products.
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Marketing
Lapco Manufacturing Inc.
800. 385. 5380
marketing@lapco.com
Morgan City, Louisiana: Lapco Manufacturing Inc. announced the release of its newest flame-resistant garment, a fleece lined vest with Windshield technology. The V-FRWS9 Windsheild vest is the latest in their full line of flame-resistant products and offers a new way for end-users in various industries to have a protective outerwear garment that can be worn year-round.
“With winters getting warmer and budgets get tighter, we needed something to offer our end users that was functional and could extend beyond the average outerwear selling season. says Micah Triche, Vice President at Lapco. “The cross-over appeal into both on-the-job and off-the-job applications also has been positively received by our end users.”
Features and benefits of Lapco’s Flame Resistant Windshield Vest include.
Our new vest will be available starting August 2020 at variety of distributors. For more information on our vest visit lapco.com. Lapco: Premium Workwear Since 1989.
At Lapco we know what it takes to get the job done. That is why we are proud of the work we are doing and the products we manufacture.
SAFETY PRODUCTS
Lapco products are certified to meet standards set forth by NFPA 2112, NFPA 70E, and ASTM F1506. We understand employee protection and product reliability.
INVENTORY MANAGEMENT
Owning a private manufacturing plant gives Lapco the ability to track each garment from raw material to end product and respond to customers' product needs in real time.
GARMENT CUSTOMIZATION
We offer embroidery, custom reflective taping, patches, and heat transfers on all our products.
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To Our Valued Customers,
Stay safe out there,
Micah Triche, VP
LAPCO Manufacturing, Inc.
LAPCO has been actively monitoring all COVID-19 developments and we feel it is important to communicate the plans in place to mitigate any possible impacts to our employees & customers. The safety of our team and our customers is our top priority and always will be.
We have put these policies in place to ensure we do our part to manage this unprecedented situation responsibly:
We will continue to monitor the situation and communicate any new developments or changes at LAPCO. We thank you for your continued support and we hope that everyone remains safe during this time of uncertainty. Please do not hesitate to reach out to our team if we can do anything to help.
Micah Triche
VP, LAPCO Manufacturing, Inc.
South Louisiana HEAT FC is a non-profit organization founded in 2019 that will provide youth soccer programs for participants in the St. Mary Parish area.
A summer camp will be held June 17th - 21st at Kemper Williams Park. More information can be found at the S LA HEAT FC website or on their Facebook page South Louisiana Heat FC.
S LA Heat FC's mission is to develop and deliver high-quality youth soccer programs, which promote a fun, family atmosphere. S LA HEAT FC will offer a wide range of programs to challenge youth in grades Pre-K to 8 while maintaining an environment of teamwork, respect, and fun.
]]>LAPCO's donation of flame-resistant coveralls will be utilized during various training activities required for certification courses provided by the Marine Operations program including Basic Training Revalidation, Personal Survival Techniques, Proficiency in Survival Craft Refresher, Water Survival Multi-Egress Training Simulation (METS), and Water Survival Single Egress Training Simulation (SWET).
Information about the program and complete list of courses offered can be found at the SOLACC website (www.solacc.edu) or by following the link below.
SOLACC's Marine Operations program, part of the Corporate College, provides specialized Coast Guard-approved classroom instruction and practical training to prepare students to obtain a variety of documents, licenses, and endorsements issued by the U.S. Coast Guard, Medic First Aid, PEC Safety and more. These credentials are required for many jobs available in the Marine Operations and Safety fields.
Classes in Marine Operations are held at the Young Memorial and H&B Young Marine & Petroleum Safety Training Center Campuses in Morgan City and at the Maritime and Corporate College Training Center in Houma.
]]>I purchased a deep blue LAPCO umbrella at a welding supply around Wheeling, West Virginia in January 2013 to protect us from the harsh winter conditions of the area such as: blowing snow, sleet, and hail.
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I kept the black carrying case as long as I could, but it quickly had an incident with an oxygen bottle that the empty case did not win. Once the protective case was destroyed I used the tried and true method of cutting the top and bottom off of a bottle of windshield wiper fluid to hold the blue beauty at bay while being transported in open elements at freeway speeds.
"Over the course of several years, I used the umbrella for work and at home. I weld on pipelines all over the United States. Each state has its own weather challenges which have been no match for the strength of the LAPCO umbrella." - Collin Kaluzny, Pipeline Welder
Over the course of several years, I used the umbrella for work and at home. I weld on pipelines all over the United States, each state has its own weather challenges which have been no match for the strength of the LAPCO umbrella. Sometimes the big box stores will have a blowout sale on large outdoor umbrellas which have an average lifespan of 2 wind gusts (don't waste your time).
I have 2 typical ways of holding the umbrella number one is in the "Hoosier pole" on the back of my truck, number two is sliding the stem into a pipe fabrication jack.
Over the years my LAPCO umbrella has been watching the birds and taking flight lessons. I have had to chase it down several times if the wind gets gusty.
The accident that damaged the umbrella almost 99% was recently at a job in Wisconsin. I had a pipe jack set up with around 40 pounds of weight to hold the umbrella from flying away. All of a sudden, we got a tornado warning on the job site, the sky went dark and instantly the wind picked up to around 65mph. I sat in the truck and watched my umbrella take off the ground with all the weight of the jack still attached and land a few feet away. I bailed out of my seat only to find the weight I added to protect the umbrella ultimately destroyed it. The canopy was not torn, but had separated at the top and severely bent several ribs. I was devastated!
Thanks for sharing your story, Collin! Do you have a story about your LAPCO gear? Share it with us for a chance to have your story featured on the blog!
]]>If your work exposes you to a risk of flash fires, electric arcs, or combustible dust explosions, you need fire resistant clothing to protect you. According to OSHA, flame resistant clothing “is a type of apparel that is made out of material that is meant to self-extinguish once the ignition source has been removed.” Certain jobs are more likely to expose you to the hazards requiring these types of uniforms than others. Here is a list of some of the most dangerous jobs that require fire resistant clothing, in no particular order.
Working at extreme heights and being exposed to dangerous weather conditions are the least of an electrical utility line worker’s worries. Add to that the danger of working in confined spaces, and that is not even taking into consideration their interactions with live power lines. Not only are electrical utility line workers at risk for contact with a variety of high voltage materials, but they also face the hazards that are associated with welding and cutting.
It is the nature of electrical utility line workers to head into hazardous weather conditions. In an effort to restore power to areas affected by storms, their commitment to their work mirrors that of first responders, says Safety and Health Magazine. They require special gear and special clothing to make sure that they are safe on the job.
Electricians face a wide variety of hazards. They are often exposed to dangerous substances such as asbestos, lead, mold, chemical solvents, and bird or rat dropping. Their work environments often reach extreme temperatures. They often work extended workdays. Traveling on the job is often required. They work in confined spaces that require risk of injury from being in awkward positions for long periods of time. Eye injuries are possible from flying particles. They work with a variety of equipment and face welding and cutting risks. They face the potential risks of tripping and falling. To top it all off with an extra portion of added danger, electricians often work alone.
People who work in chemical plants have their own special brand of danger. They are at risk of chemical spills, splashes, and inhalation. Explosions and fires caused by flammable gases, chain reactions and pressurized gases and liquids are another hazard that chemical plant workers face. Chemical plant workers also are often exposed to high temperatures cause by equipment, hot surfaces, and even radiation. Another thermal risk these workers face is extreme cold. They often use sharp objects and equipment that cause them to be in danger of being cut. Any slippery surface at a chemical plant could cause a slip or fall. Mechanical failure could create extreme danger in a chemical plant. Oxygen deprivation can occur in certain conditions at a chemical plant. In addition to all of that, there is always the potential for a toxic gas leak.
Surprisingly, one of the biggest risks faced by those who work in the oil and gas industry is vehicle collisions. This is due to exhaustion on the part of the drivers who work in this industry. The machinery found in the oil and gas industry is typically extremely loud and can have strong vibrations. That in itself can harm poses a risk to these workers and requires protective gear to be worn. Much of the equipment and machinery in the oil and gas industry is unguarded, so workers are at risk of getting stuck, crushed, or struck by it. There is the constant risk of exposure to toxic chemicals for workers in the oil and gas industry. The chemicals and fumes that are produced when processing and drilling can cause dizziness, skin or eye irritation, or more serious problems such as respiratory problems, brain problems, leukemia, cancer, paralysis, or death. The elevated platforms on which oil and gas workers often do their jobs pose a risk of injuries due to falling. Last but not least, there is a constant risk of fires and explosion when working for the oil and gas industry.
Workers in the pulp and paper industry also face a variety of risk. Exposure to chemicals such as ethanol, sulfuric acid, and sodium hydroxide mist create the risk for respiratory disease for these workers. Pretty much every step in the paper making process exposes workers to risks. Working with the heavy equipment and even the huge roles of paper poses the physical risk of being crushed or falling. There is the danger of being scalded, exposed to a flash fire, or electrocuted while making paper. There is also a risk of explosion during the paper making process.
Whether you work in one of these five dangerous jobs or another job that puts you at risk, it is important to take precautions to ensure your own safety. Make sure to stay alert, follow safety procedures, and wear protective gear, such as fire resistant clothing.
FROutlet.com is your gateway to NFPA 70E & 2112 compliant as well as HRC 2 arc rated and flame retardant safety clothing at an affordable price point.
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LAPCO FR™ FR Utility Jeans, were designed by an evaluation team made up of linemen assembled from utilities across the country. This evaluation team was asked to test production samples and give their feedback on which features would be most useful for wearers in the Lineman trade.
The resulting product is the culmination of their hard work and desire to create a pair of jeans specifically built for the lineman's lifestyle. Learn more about the FR Utility Jeans here.
In Fall of 2016, LAPCO Manufacturing pledged to donate $1 from the sale of each pair of FR Utility Jeans to benefit the Fallen Linemen Organization. The first donation was given in January 2017 and support will continue through the end of 2017.
To learn more about Fallen Linemen Organization and their mission please visit fallenlinemen.org.
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