2020 BLÅKLÄDER WORKWEAR
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REBEL WITH A VISION AND RESPONSIBILITIES Our brand has always had a bit of a rebellious streak. We want to remain a challenger brand, even now when our market share is growing and our company is expanding. Today, our company’s mission statement focuses on a commitment to quality, sustainability and equal opportunities for men and women. Blåkläder is a rebel with a vision and responsibilities. It’s a tough and challenging task. But we’re being driven and spurred on by the complex issues surrounding sustainability, environmental responsibility and social justice. Our stance is unwavering when...

INDUSTRY COLLECTION RECYCLING VERSUS LONG LIFE? YOUR IMAGE OUR BUSINESS TROUSER GUIDE CRAFTSMAN 28 TAKE CARE OF YOUR KNEES 126 MATERIAL TEST FOR ARC RATING 130 TROUSER GUIDE HIGH VIS 202 THE 3-LAYER PRINCIPLE 283 SIZING TABLE 284 WASHING INSTRUCTIONS 286 QUALITY - THE FACTS 291 A GUIDE TO THE SYMBOLS 292 FABRIC INFORMATION CHANGES IN PRODUCTS AB Blåkläder is continuously developing its products, and we reserve the right to make improvements in garments and changes in the range during the validity of this catalogue. Blåkläder is not responsible for printing errors. 170 RAIN 182...

RECYCLING VERSUS LONG LIFE? SIXTY YEARS OF SUSTAINABILITY PROVIDES THE ANSWER. At Blåkläder, we’ve been making sustainable clothing long before sustainability became a buzzword... since 1959 to be exact. What we’ve come to realise can be summed up in one sentence: A long life cycle always wins in the long run. Based on that thinking, we produce clothes designed to last as long as possible. In this article, we take a closer look at some of the key aspects that make a garment sustainable and factors that are critical to our main objective: to sell fewer garments. HIGH QUALITY SAVES RESOURCES...

SUSTAINABILITY THROUGH RECYCLING OR LONG-TERM USE? Just because a material is recycled does not automatically mean that it is sustainable. The sustainability of a garment is measured by looking closely at each stage of its life, from the drawing board, via usage to the very end of its lifecycle. We asked our Sustainability Manager Ann Carlsson to help us better understand how important the longevity of a garment is to sustainability. “There is no simple answer to that, but if we look at the following example we’ll get a better idea. Our classic 1530 work trousers are made of 100% cotton....

GOOD FOR OUR PLANET. GOOD FOR YOUR BUSINESS. SIMPLE MATHS.

THE DEVIL IS IN THE DETAILS. SO ARE WE. Why are we digging so deep in our choice of fabrics, when we could save ourselves both money and effort by selecting simpler materials? The answer is: We don’t go for second best. It’s all about our professional honor — to us as a manufacturer, and for you as a customer and user. Above all, it is a matter of credibility. We manufacture garments for professional tradesmen who are entitled to the absolute highest quality, at any given point. When the strains and challenges set in, it’s the details that make the difference. It’s our choice to collaborate...

9 WIND VAPOUR WATER SURFACE FABRIC FAVOURED BY THE PRO’S Our most technically advanced garments require extremely advanced materials. The high-tech brand Dermizax® EV membrane plays in the absolute highest division. The membrane is specially designed for outdoor activities and therefore fits perfectly in our workwear garments. HEAT-INSULATED LINING • Highest level of water resistance • Breathability and resistance to condensation • Light and flexible feel MEMBRANE HEAT To understand how the membrane works, one needs a degree in molecular science. So let’s cut straight to the benefits: Its...

YOUR IMAGE OUR BUSINESS What would a football team be without a club logo? Offering personalised clothing with the company’s own logo is a cost-effective way to strengthen both team spirit and your brand. Your workwear says a lot about who you are both as a professional and as a company. Today it is more important than ever to be seen, and that is the reason to embrace smart marketing of your brand. Blåkläder will make sure you get great-looking, integrated company clothing - the way you want them. With us, it is quick and easy to place an order, and for repeat orders, you will have your...

11 TRANSFERS Heat-seal transfers are a cost-efficient way of displaying your corporate logo. The transfers are easy to apply and suitable for most of our garments. EMBROIDERY Machine-embroidered garments give that exclusive impression! NAME AND TEXT DECALS Our new plotter printer allows us to offer small runs of name and text decals. Ideal as chest or back decals. Available in black or white. EMBLEMS (name patches) Emblems/name patches are increasingly popular, and available as stitched in place or velcro-based. On request, we can stitch name patches directly onto your garments, or if...

THE ALL NEW 4-WAY STRETCH TROUSERS MAKE ANYTHING POSSIBLE 4-WAY STRETCH When you want to make an impression and stand out from the crowd - Blåkläder is there to support you. We have combined comfort and flexibility without compromising on our iconic design in our all new 4-way stretch trousers. DO WHAT YOU ARE HERE TO DO - X-TEND YOURSELF

BLÅKLÄDER GOES STRETCH At Blåkläder we constantly challenge the conventional. With over 60 years of experience we have are great knowledge about workwear. New materials are constantly developed and our mission is to use them wisely. Our all new 4-way stretch trousers prove this. 1998 CRAFTSMAN TROUSER 4-WAY STRETCH X1900 With soft mesh stretch you will experience high ventilation combined with CORDURA®-stretch for improved mobility. Once you´ve tried them on, you will never want to get out of your second skin. 1997 HIGH VIS TROUSER 4-WAY STRETCH 1989 CRAFTSMAN TROUSER 4-WAY STRETCH WITHOUT...

BLÅKLÄDER GOES STRETCH MOVABILITY, FREEDOM, STRENGTH AND COMFORT. YOUR POSSIBILITIES ARE ENDLESS WITH THE NEW STRETCH TROUSERS FROM BLÅKLÄDER. 4-WAY STRETCH Blåkläder now has trousers with fantastic 4-way stretch fabric, a soft material that is flexible in all directions to provide optimal comfort and performance. Craftsman, high vis, painters and service trousers are available with the 4-way stretch, several of them are also available in womens fit. 1997