MCR Safety Press Release - HexArmor Strategic Alliance
June 13th, 2008
Memphis, TN. MCR Safety is excited to announce a strategic alliance with HexArmor, the maker of high-performance cut-, abrasion-, puncture-, and needle- resistant PPE.
The alliance will allow HexArmor® and MCR Safety to collaborate on product development, manufacturing, supply chain efficiencies and distribution. “This strategic alliance is a unique opportunity for MCR Safety to greatly enhance the total value we deliver to our market. HexArmor® products have radically raised the standard for the highest cut, abrasion and puncture resistant hand protection and they are in the process of launching a new technology platform that will bring an unprecedented level of performance to make the workplace safer”, says Mitch Lewellen, MCR Safety CEO. “We will incorporate the distribution of HexArmor® products into our newly created MCR Innovations Department which is designed to identify, develop and distribute next-generation PPE, utilizing the latest technologies and product innovations. MCR Innovations is an extension to our existing Sales team and enhances the value and services our customers have come to expect from MCR Safety.”
Steve VanErmen, CEO of HexArmor® adds: “We are very excited to have MCR Safety as a partner. They will quickly bring to us additional marketing opportunities through their extensive distributor network. Our technology platform and our solution portfolio are growing rapidly. Because of this evolution, in the next year we will deliver products with higher performance and higher dexterity at very competitive price points. Several of our products are very well suited for MCR Safety’s distribution channel and we are excited to be able to leverage this platform to get these products in the hands of our customers. This will allow us to amplify the impact we are having on customers worldwide in eliminating injuries. Over the next year we will be making several of our products available to safety distributors through the MCR Safety platform.”
About HexArmor®: HexArmor® manufactures and distributes globally over 50 products that utilize the SuperFabric® technology platform. HexArmor® is the exclusive manufacturer to utilize this technology for the PPE market. HexArmor® specializes in high cut-, puncture-, and needlestick- resistant products for the industrial, police, government, waste, and food markets.
About MCR Safety: MCR Safety globally manufactures and distributes personal protective equipment marketed as Professional Grade®, Memphis Glove, Crews, and River City. Our assortment of PPE offerings includes hand, eye, clothing, respiratory, and foot protection. Our strategic alliance with HexArmor® furthers our position as a market leader and our commitment to our vision of “Exceeding Expectations… Protecting Your Quality of Life”.
Sincerely,
MCR Safety
