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Futurewatch: Exoskeleton takes the weight out of construction work

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While in theory this device might allow older construction workers — and maybe some affected by injuries — to return to work — the unit cost may be far too great to be practical, at least for some time. There are some complications with the idea, of course, and these relate to cost.

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51 Best Gifts for Construction Workers (DIY Ideas Too!)

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Milwaukee Hoodie M12 12V Lithium-Ion Heated Jacket KIT Front and Back Heat Zones -All Sizes and Colors – Battery and Charger Included. These safety glasses are going to protect their eyes from any injury and they are anti-scratch as well. Construction workers are prone to knee injuries from falling or tripping while working.

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Thorogood Boots: The Ultimate Buying Guide

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The roots of Thorogood workboot brand stretch back to 1855 when a German immigrant named Peter Weinbrenner had set up a shoe shop as a cobbler in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Gradually Thorogood expanded its dimensions with innovative and unique advances like the very first safety toe work boots in 1943. The History of Thorogood Boots.