Purpose-Built Performance
Innovation is how we solve real problems for those who keep our communities safe. We’ve learned that the best solutions come from listening closely to the people who wear our uniforms.
Our approach is simple: We listen to the customer, understand the challenge, then design with purpose.
BODD
Touchless Garment Sizing
Innovation at S&H extends beyond fabrics to the customer experience. We’ve partnered with Bodd to introduce a revolutionary touchless garment sizing solution that transforms uniform fitting.
Bodd’s technology offers a comprehensive sizing approach, capturing accurate measurements from head to toe in a single scan. This system ensures precise sizing for uniforms, footwear, and accessories. Key benefits include:
- Ultra-fast sizing process (under one minute)
- Enhanced efficiency with flexible individual scanning
- Reduced personnel downtime
- Minimised environmental impact through accurate sizing
- Lower costs by decreasing returns and excess production
By implementing Bodd’s innovative technology, S&H continues to deliver cutting-edge, sustainable uniform solutions that adapt to our customers’ evolving needs.
Product Development
Leading the Way with Innovative Designs
S&H leads protective apparel innovation by constantly challenging conventional thinking and asking “What if?” Our design team has achieved numerous industry firsts:
- First in Australia to be certified to AS 4967 and AS/NZS 4824 firefighting apparel standards
- Introduced Total Apparel Management to government agencies
- First to integrate RFID tracking in firefighting garments
- Pioneered inherently flame retardant and stretch fabrics in wildland firefighting wear
- First to design purpose-built female firefighting garments
- Introduced two-piece wildland firefighting ensembles
Driven by a deep understanding of customer needs, S&H continues to push boundaries, delivering protective apparel that meets current demands and anticipates future challenges.
We’re proud to have worked with
Protex®
Protex® is a specialised division of Stewart & Heaton, with over 30 years of experience supplying protective garments to high-risk industries. Protex has been developed to meet the critical demands of hazardous environments.
