What workwear for the mechanic and workshop?

When we think of the mechanic, body shop worker or tire repairman, we always imagine him or her dressed in overalls.

And, indeed, the mechanic 's overalls are very comfortable for those who constantly have to deal with grease and oils, but overalls can also be replaced by other clothes designed to meet the specific needs of those who do this kind of work.

Let's find out together the "history" of overalls and why they are linked to a specific category of workers; and, at the same time, let's see what U-Power clothing alternatives we can recommend for those who work in the workshop.

Working in the workshop means constantlybeing in contact with a variety of oily substances and liquids such as fuel, oils, air conditioner and brake fluids; not to mention dirt that, inevitably ends up on both hands andworkwear.

This is why mechanics, tire shops and body shops need sturdy and durable work clothes that can withstand frequent washing and, at the same time, provide comfort, functionality and practicality.

What work clothes are best suited for this category of workers?

1. OVERALLS: A FASCINATING STORY




2. U-POWER OVERALLS: JOKE AND CRISP




3. MECHANIC'S WORK PANTS, T-SHIRTS, POLO SHIRTS AND SWEATSHIRTS

What story lies behind overalls?

OVERALLS: A FASCINATING HISTORY

Workwear has been around for a long time: for centuries, workers have worn clothes specific to the type of work they do.

In the 17th century, miners used protective work aprons, while farmers used wooden clogs to safeguard their shoes. But beginning with the Industrial Revolution, as new industries and work areas developed, workers began to wear sturdier, more durable clothing to protect themselves during the workday.

At the beginning of the 20th century, work uniforms and the color used began to identify the position and scope of work. Thus, for example, even today in agriculture there is a preponderance of brown and green, while laborers and manual workers are more identified with the color blue.

Overalls were introduced in 1921 among blue-collar workers and, while not a sign of belonging among blue-collar workers, it has, in fact, become their identifying mark.

The blue jumpsuit was invented in the period of futurism by Ernesto Michahelles aka Thayaht and was advertised as a one-piece overalls with pants and sleeves, of sturdy fabric worn by factory workers, sportsmen and people engaged in particular activities.

But on what does the success of the overalls for mechanics and in the workshop depend?

We have mentioned it; for:

• The sturdiness and strength;




• The functionality;




• The practicality of washing;




• Comfort.

Let's now look in more detail at U-Power overalls and dungarees for work.

U-POWER WORK OVERALLS: JOKE AND CRISP

The U-Power catalog offers full sleeved and sleeveless work overalls available in classic Deep Blue and Stone Grey colors, which are characterized by high functionality and sturdy fabric.

Let's see the long-sleeved overalls first.

CRISP - FULL-LENGTH OVERALLS WITH CENTRAL CLOSURE

This overalls is particularly strong and durable, with soft reinforcement patches on the elbows, knees and reinforced crotch structure.

It has a bi-directional center zipper covered with a Velcro flap and large 3D mesh ventilation bands under the armholes to allow breathability and comfort, while the cuffs are adjustable with snap buttons.

CRISP is the ideal functional mechanic's dungaree that offers an optimal fit thanks to anadjustable elastic waistband with Velcro and numerous pockets:

• Two multifunctional chestpockets;




• Cell phone pocket;




• Two large front pockets;




• Side tool pocket;




• Multifunctional sidepocket with concealed badge holder;




• Two back pockets with Velcro security closure;




• Adjustable hammer holder webbing.

Also features triple stitching and anti-scratch button.

JOKE - WORKING DUNGAREES WITH BIB.

In warmer weather or, anyway, if you prefer it, sleeveless full overalls may be the most congenial solution, perhaps combined with a T-Shirt made of highly breathable and easy-to-wash technical fabric.

Joke is overalls suitable not only for workshop work but also for farmers, painters and installers.

It is extremely functional thanks to the bib equipped with a zippered outside pocket that adds to the already numerous pockets:

• Two large front pockets;




• Side toolpocket ;




• Multifunctional sidepocket with concealed badge holder;




• Two back pockets with Velcro security closure;




• Adjustable hammer holder.

The fit is assured by the elastic waistband, double side button adjustment and adjustable suspenders with elastic inserts.

Joke also features triple stitching, reinforced crotch structure, soft reinforcing patches on the knees, anti-scratch button and reinforced velcro supports.

But working on the shop floor doesn't necessarily mean wearing dungarees or overalls.

Let's look at some workshop work pants alternatives paired with T-shirts, polo shirts and sweatshirts.

MECHANIC WORK PANTS, T-SHIRTS, POLO SHIRTS AND SWEATSHIRTS

Despite the great practicality given by overalls, not everyone likes to wear a one-piece garment and prefers the classic work pants and T-Shirt or sweatshirt combination.

U-Power offers a wide range of work pants suitable for different work needs, and for those who work in the workshop, we have selected today, the gordon style from the Performance range/assortment that can be combined with one of the many U-Power T-Shirt styles, short and long sleeve polo shirts or, depending on the season, a soft sweatshirt.

Let's see what are the features of the Gordon pants.

GORDON - STRETCH WORK PANTS

Gordon is a trouser made of TC Stretch canvas fabric that provides ample freedom of movement, featuring two large floating pockets that can be stored inside the two front pockets. The side tool pocket is reinforced with 300D Poly Oxford inserts to ensure maximum strength.

It also features:

• Multifunction sidepocket with concealed badge holder;




• Two rearfree pockets with Velcro security closure;




• Two knee pad pockets with top entry and stretch fabric interior to ensure maximum comfort;




• Adjustablehammer holder webbing.

Stressed parts are all reinforced with double 300D Poly Oxford fabric, triple stitching, YKK zipper and scratch-resistant button.

The style also features reflex inserts to ensure greater visibility, while the fit is ensured by the Flexband waist adjustment system with concealed elastic system.

In short, if you run amachine shop or work as a body shop or tire shop, you don't have to wear the first thing that comes along and dress without considering comfort and functionality.

Whether you prefer full overalls, dungarees, or classic work pants paired with a T-shirt, make sure they can offer you protection, safety, practicality, and comfort.

U-Power, workwear designed on the needs of the worker.