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BP - THE EXPERTS FOR WORKWEAR
What is workwear?
Workwear covers a wide range of specially designed garments that meet the requirements and safety standards of different professions. These include medical workwear such as doctors' coats or tunic, protective clothing (PPE) for workers in specific industries such as utilities, construction or waste management, chef's clothing for kitchen staff, and workwear for trades and industry. Workwear is designed to provide safety, comfort and functionality while maintaining the professional appearance and identity of the wearer. Want to know more about workwear? Then contact us!
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The New BP Shirts According to EN 17353

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BP expands multi-standard protective clothing collection

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Tencel – high-tech fiber for caregivers

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NORMS PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

You are an occupational safety specialist or safety officer in a company and want to gain a deeper understanding of protective clothing (PPE) and the related standards? As a manufacturer of PPE and protective clothing, we deal with the current standards and directives on a daily basis. In the following, we have compiled an overview of all standards that are important for our protective clothing sector. In this expert blog we explain the current standards and guidelines. 

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WHY MORE AND MORE WEARERS TRUST IN MULTINORM PROTECTIVE CLOTHING 

The use of multinorm protective clothing is constantly increasing. Find out why in this expert blog. 

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SUITABILITY FOR INDUSTRIAL LAUNDERING ACCORDING TO ISO 15797 

In this blog we will explain what industrial washing means and which standards and labels are used. We will also give you tips on what to look out for when cleaning and caring for protective clothing. 

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NORMS PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

You are an occupational safety specialist or safety officer in a company and want to gain a deeper understanding of protective clothing (PPE) and the related standards? As a manufacturer of PPE and protective clothing, we deal with the current standards and directives on a daily basis. In the following, we have compiled an overview of all standards that are important for our protective clothing sector. In this expert blog we explain the current standards and guidelines. 

A man wears BProtected protective clothing and stands in front of a solar installation.

WHY MORE AND MORE WEARERS TRUST IN MULTINORM PROTECTIVE CLOTHING 

The use of multinorm protective clothing is constantly increasing. Find out why in this expert blog. 

Label for industrial laundry suitability.

SUITABILITY FOR INDUSTRIAL LAUNDERING ACCORDING TO ISO 15797 

In this blog we will explain what industrial washing means and which standards and labels are used. We will also give you tips on what to look out for when cleaning and caring for protective clothing. 

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Protective Clothing (PPE)
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NORMS PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

You are an occupational safety specialist or safety officer in a company and want to gain a deeper understanding of protective clothing (PPE) and the related standards? As a manufacturer of PPE and protective clothing, we deal with the current standards and directives on a daily basis. In the following, we have compiled an overview of all standards that are important for our protective clothing sector. In this expert blog we explain the current standards and guidelines. 
A man wears Multinorm protective clothing in orange and black. A wind turbine can be seen in the background.

WHY MORE AND MORE WEARERS TRUST IN MULTINORM PROTECTIVE CLOTHING 

The use of multinorm protective clothing is constantly increasing. Find out why in this expert blog. 
Label for industrial laundry suitability.

SUITABILITY FOR INDUSTRIAL LAUNDERING ACCORDING TO ISO 15797 

In this blog we will explain what industrial washing means and which standards and labels are used. We will also give you tips on what to look out for when cleaning and caring for protective clothing. 
Logo EN 61482-2

NORMS PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT (PPE) 

You are an occupational safety specialist or safety officer in a company and want to gain a deeper understanding of protective clothing (PPE) and the related standards? As a manufacturer of PPE and protective clothing, we deal with the current standards and directives on a daily basis. In the following, we have compiled an overview of all standards that are important for our protective clothing sector. In this expert blog we explain the current standards and guidelines. 

A man wears BProtected protective clothing and stands in front of a solar installation.

WHY MORE AND MORE WEARERS TRUST IN MULTINORM PROTECTIVE CLOTHING 

The use of multinorm protective clothing is constantly increasing. Find out why in this expert blog. 

Label for industrial laundry suitability.

SUITABILITY FOR INDUSTRIAL LAUNDERING ACCORDING TO ISO 15797 

In this blog we will explain what industrial washing means and which standards and labels are used. We will also give you tips on what to look out for when cleaning and caring for protective clothing. 

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UV protection on the construction site 

In this blog we will look at how the right workwear can contribute to UV protection when working outdoors. 
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Risk assessment 

Before selecting the PPE, the employer must perform a risk assessment in order to determine the required protection level of the clothing. 
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PPE - The right fabric for every application 

Below we provide a brief overview of the special fabrics used in BP's PPE to ensure the wearer's safety. 
Two road construction workers are working in work clothes with UV protection in hot weather.

UV protection on the construction site 

In this blog we will look at how the right workwear can contribute to UV protection when working outdoors. 

A woman and a man in work clothes inspect processes in the chemical industry.

Risk assessment 

Before selecting the PPE, the employer must perform a risk assessment in order to determine the required protection level of the clothing. 

BP® employee checks the quality of a BP® jacket.

PPE - The right fabric for every application 

Below we provide a brief overview of the special fabrics used in BP's PPE to ensure the wearer's safety. 

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Workwear in Textile Leasing 

In this blog, we delve into the options that companies have for procuring and maintaining workwear. The management of workwear is approached in various ways in the professional world. Three main variants are primarily employed for this purpose. 
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HIGH-VIS CLOTHING IN ROAD CONSTRUCTION 

Wearing high-visibility clothing in road construction is compulsory for workers all year round. But especially now, when the days are getting shorter, it becomes apparent how important it is to be seen when working in the dark. 
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MORE THAN ARC FAULT PROTECTION: MULTINORM CLOTHING 

Employees of municipal utilities and energy suppliers often work under voltage and are exposed to the risk of an electric arc fault. You can read about what is important when choosing arc fault clothing in this blog post. 
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PPE for women - what matters in practice 

Larissa Zeichhardt, Managing Director of the family-run company LAT, explains what is important when it comes to PPE for women in underground cable construction around railway tracks. 



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The right protective clothing for working on electric cars

In this blog, we look at the risks and hazards that arise when repairing and maintaining electric cars. We also describe the challenges for work clothing in the field of e-mobility.



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Protective clothing for welders - how to work safely in accordance with EN ISO 11611

Choosing the right protective clothing in accordance with EN ISO 11611 is essential to ensure both safety and efficiency in welding technology.


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Workwear in Medicine & Care
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Care Podcast 

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WORKWEAR AND LAUNDRY HYGIENE IN NURSING HOMES 

In this expert blog, we explain what you should look for when choosing workwear for nursing staff. Buy or lease nursing clothing - we show the pros and cons! 

6 reasons - why tunic is so popular in medicine and care? 

Podcast cover “Ihr Spind!” with BP and dbl logos,

Care Podcast 

Content in German only.
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WORKWEAR AND LAUNDRY HYGIENE IN NURSING HOMES 

In this expert blog, we explain what you should look for when choosing workwear for nursing staff. Buy or lease nursing clothing - we show the pros and cons! 

A model wears fashionable work clothes for nursing and looks into the camera.

6 reasons - why tunic is so popular in medicine and care? 


WHAT IS IMPORTANT WHEN CHOOSING WORKWEAR IN RETIREMENT HOMES? 


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WHAT IS IMPORTANT WHEN CHOOSING WORKWEAR IN RETIREMENT HOMES? 

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Doctors' trousers - What trousers do doctors wear?

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Workwear in trade and industry
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WORKWEAR FOR WOMEN 

In this expert blog, we explain why women's own workwear should be a matter of course in all industries today and how companies benefit from equipping their female employees with the right workwear. 

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Flexibly equip large teams: corporate workwear 

For many companies, corporate wear has long been an important component of their corporate identity. Particularly in large organisations, there is a great desire to equip all employees in a uniform outfit, regardless of whether they are wearing normal workwear or personal protective equipment (PPE). 

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What workwear do I need for winter? 

In this blog post, we therefore shed light on the crucial question: "What winter workwear do I need?". As a leading manufacturer of workwear, we will be looking at different winter clothing solutions such as winter work jackets and winter high-visibility jackets in detail and showing you how to get through the cold season. We will also show you how you can defy the cold by combining clothing solutions. 

A woman wearing high-visibility clothing for women jumps over a pole.

WORKWEAR FOR WOMEN 

In this expert blog, we explain why women's own workwear should be a matter of course in all industries today and how companies benefit from equipping their female employees with the right workwear. 
Four people wearing high-visibility clothing and protective helmets high-five outdoors.

Flexibly equip large teams: corporate workwear 

For many companies, corporate wear has long been an important component of their corporate identity. Particularly in large organisations, there is a great desire to equip all employees in a uniform outfit, regardless of whether they are wearing normal workwear or personal protective equipment (PPE). 
A man wears a BP® workwear rain jacket and hammers in rainy weather.

What workwear do I need for winter? 

In this blog post, we therefore shed light on the crucial question: "What winter workwear do I need?". As a leading manufacturer of workwear, we will be looking at different winter clothing solutions such as winter work jackets and winter high-visibility jackets in detail and showing you how to get through the cold season. We will also show you how you can defy the cold by combining clothing solutions. 
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Short work trousers for trade and industry: function meets comfort

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Workwear for roofing companies

What features must good workwear for roofers have? Find out in our blog article.
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Workwear and protective clothing for commercial cleaning  

What should workwear in commercial cleaning do? In our blog post, we shed light on this question and also look at when protective clothing must be worn.    
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Trouser fits quickly explained 

Skinny fit, slim fit, regular fit? What are the differences? To help you choose the right trousers, here is an overview of the different trouser fits and types. 

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BP® SPONSORS THE ADAC OPEL ELECTRIC RALLY CUP 

BP® is now sponsoring the world's first electric rally brand cup. In future, the mechanics of the racing teams will be equipped with the BP® Multi Protect Plus multinorm protective clothing. This way, they are well protected while working on the battery-powered vehicles and still dressed lightly and comfortably. 

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Trouser fits quickly explained 

Skinny fit, slim fit, regular fit? What are the differences? To help you choose the right trousers, here is an overview of the different trouser fits and types. 
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Meaning of studs on chef's jackets

This blog sheds light on the historical significance of the colours of studs and why they are still indispensable in modern gastronomy.
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Carer in red and white uniform doing yoga.

Trouser fits quickly explained 

Skinny fit, slim fit, regular fit? What are the differences? To help you choose the right trousers, here is an overview of the different trouser fits and types. 

A man wears BP® Multi Protect Plus work clothing and pushes a car tyre.

BP® SPONSORS THE ADAC OPEL ELECTRIC RALLY CUP 

BP® is now sponsoring the world's first electric rally brand cup. In future, the mechanics of the racing teams will be equipped with the BP® Multi Protect Plus multinorm protective clothing. This way, they are well protected while working on the battery-powered vehicles and still dressed lightly and comfortably. 

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