The chef's filipina, the best reflection of your restaurant.
One of the most internationally recognized uniforms is the chef's uniform. For cooks worldwide, choosing their work clothes is a crucial process, as the garments must meet high quality standards, reflect the best of each establishment's cuisine, and preserve a centuries-old tradition. One of the most important pieces in any chef's uniform is the chef's jacket. But do you know the history of this garment? In 1822, the celebrated French chef Marie-Antoine Carême was portrayed in an illustration wearing a chef's jacket. Marie-Antoine's influence on European cuisine was fundamental in popularizing the jacket. From there, its use spread throughout the Old Continent initially, and later gained a place in kitchens around the world. At the end of the 19th century, this garment began to be mass-produced in the United States, leading to its complete dominance in chefs' uniforms. Now, the safety and comfort of the users are paramount when selecting the best chef's jacket. The materials must be suitable to protect them from burns or splashes; there is a wide variety of fabrics that can be used depending on the specific tasks of each chef. At GDI, we will guide you through this process, analyzing your staff's work with you to select the best materials. Furthermore, the garment's design is essential for several reasons. The jacket's characteristics can vary depending on the chef's role; for example, if they work near the fire, long sleeves are essential to prevent accidents, while if the work doesn't involve contact with fire, short sleeves are appropriate for greater mobility. Additionally, the corporate image of each restaurant and kitchen, and the message you want to convey through the chefs' uniform, also come into play. Our Design department will work with you to create the best garment and image for your restaurant, from the colors to the placement of your logo and the various features of the garment. At GDI, we have extensive experience providing uniforms to companies in the food and restaurant industry. Throughout our history, we've outfitted the kitchens of many of your favorite restaurants across the country. If you work for a company in this sector and would like to start projecting your corporate image and give your employees the best work tools, contact us and together we'll find the perfect solution for you. We look forward to hearing from you! Octavio López Rios – Executive Chef of GDI
Saving the planet: Sustainability in the automotive industry.
While the automotive industry is ahead of other sectors in meeting global sustainability standards, it still faces strategic challenges in the area of sustainability. In the last decade, the concept of sustainability has emerged as a major challenge for this industry, and this new way of visualizing cars has permeated the industry completely, to the point of forging a new philosophy within each of the automotive companies. At the beginning of the decade, there were hardly any options for eco-friendly, hybrid, or electric cars; today the competition is fierce and the options are simply spectacular. Now, regardless of whether the car is electric or gasoline-powered, sustainability has reached everyone. Polluting emissions are being reduced more and more, and the industry is making significant investments to develop recyclable materials for interiors and other accessories. 2021 looks set to be an incredible year for the automotive sector, as the new normal is a period in which manufacturers are prioritizing aspects such as electrification, autonomous and intelligent driving. Furthermore, the value chains of multinational automotive companies will also undergo visible changes, in sales, after-sales service and other services, as well as social and environmental responsibility initiatives. We're sharing sustainable actions that automotive companies are implementing, with the ultimate goal of taking care of our planet. Cupra: The Spanish company has reached an agreement with Seaqual Yarn to manufacture the standard seats of its first electric car, the Cupra Born, using recycled marine plastic extracted from oceans, rivers, estuaries and seas. It is the fishermen, various non-governmental organizations and local communities who collect these products in order to make the weaving. This circular economy contributes to the continuous cleaning of seas, rivers and oceans. Bridgestone: It has set itself the goal of reducing its global carbon emissions by 50% by 2030. For Mexico, the brand has launched different initiatives, such as adapting backup boilers to use diesel for steam generation instead of fuel oil. This led it to reduce, in 2020 alone, the emissions generated in its operation by 17%, compared to the previous year. Among other actions, it has implemented a circular economy in which it uses 100 percent sustainable materials in its products. Its plant in Cuernavaca, Morelos, has a waste recycling rate of 97 percent, as well as a program for manufacturing "llancreto", a material used for paving, from discarded tires. At GDI Uniforms we have extensive experience in the automotive sector. We are suppliers and strategic partners of the following companies, so that together we can achieve a positive impact on the care of our environment. KIA: In its commitment to sustainability and the environment, it seeks to improve and perfect its processes to create 100 percent environmentally friendly cars, and an example of this is its painting process, where volatile organic compounds are channeled through its Regenerative Thermal Oxidizer (ROT) system, which purifies the air to be released into the environment without polluting residues. This system, used in their paint shop, is one of the cleanest processes in the automotive industry, where the company not only seeks to beautify its cars with the highest quality standards, but to do so through technologies that allow them to minimize their ecological impact and create sustainable processes. Roshfrans: At its plant in Actopan, Hidalgo, they have ISO 14001:2015 certification, an environmental management system that allows them to reduce the environmental impacts of their operations, as well as collaborate in the preservation of the environment. They have also implemented an environmentally friendly product project, namely sustainable Roshpack packaging with 70% less plastic. Lightweight, flexible, and economical, the innovative 4-liter Roshpack bags, along with our traditional 950ml Roshpack, are made of multi-laminated film that guarantees long-lasting preservation of the products, as well as lightweight packaging that helps reduce CO2 emissions. During the production of Roshpack bags, the carbon footprint is reduced, allowing for the measurement of all carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions derived from the production and distribution of the product. Environmental protection has become a fundamental part for all participants in the automotive industry. We know that this industry is made up of a long chain of roles and types of work, managers, salespeople, administrative and security personnel. For each of them, we have the garment that provides security and comfort, while projecting the company's image to its clients and collaborators. At GDI Uniforms we develop sustainable solutions: We have sustainable programs such as regenerated garments, sustainable garments and uniform destruction, each of them is aligned to take care of your brand and take care of the environment.
Appropriate attire for the automotive sector
In a business like car manufacturing, the work clothes worn by employees are important. That is why the choice of clothing and uniforms to be used within the different operational areas in automotive plants must be done with prudence, always keeping in mind the care of the employees and facilitating the execution of their activities. The automotive industry is made up of a long chain of roles and types of work. The process begins in the manufacturing environment with operators, technicians and engineers, continues with quality supervisors and ends with executives who sell the final product. Each of them with specific clothing needs. In the first instance, the mandatory complements that help mitigate the danger factor within a plant are: Within the same plants, the automotive industry has quite functional textile alternatives, from denim and reinforced cotton, to modern fire-resistant fabrics. Currently, companies have the option of choosing from a wide range of items such as industrial pants, short or long-sleeved shirts, overalls and work jackets, among others. Taking this into account, an employee cannot enter a factory wearing their everyday clothes. The clothing must be special, as it was designed to be a second layer of protection for the limbs, protecting the skin from liquids such as oil, grease or paint, as well as scrapes from metal pieces or abrasive tools. In general, the automotive trade tends to involve the handling of various substances, such as grease or exposure to molten metal residue. It is thanks to work clothes that the worker can get as dirty as necessary without it affecting his personal appearance. Some garments include resistance to industrial washing or easy stain removal, giving both the employee and the employer the assurance that the garments will be up to the task. In other words, spending hours assembling auto parts is tiring for an operator, and if what they are wearing does not allow freedom of movement, the job becomes irritating. When work gets tough, the workwear market (generic name for clothing that covers and protects the human body) offers various options that make workdays more comfortable and therefore more efficient. Another important point is that, when considering options, companies frequently wonder which clothing brands they should choose. This is because the integrity of the employees is paramount, but, without forgetting that they must have better durability than other types of clothing, since they are garments of continuous and rough use, the sense of belonging that the employees should feel when wearing the uniform is also taken into consideration. Taking this into consideration, GDI is your best option when choosing clothing for your employees, as we are experts in various sectors, and the automotive sector is one of them, making the right clothes, from administrative clothing to special uniforms for your plants. Providing a comprehensive service, ranging from safety, comfort and a design that differentiates your brand, without forgetting the care of the ecosystem. Contact us to see the catalog of garments for your sector.
An image that provides security and protection
One of the most common jobs in our country is that of private security guards, since our country constantly experiences situations of insecurity, such as robberies or assaults, so people or companies choose to hire private security to protect themselves and their property. Security guard uniforms identify the wearer as a person with the authority to monitor and even detain anyone who does not follow company rules. Security guard uniforms only confer authority within the immediate vicinity of a company, as they are solely for private security. In order for the guards to be identified and respected as a security element, they must wear distinctive uniforms, but these must be different from those of the State Public Security Directorate. Private security companies must have work uniforms that comply with the regulations for private security services. In accordance with the obligations of private security service providers, the uniform must display the phrase "Private Security" on the upper outer part of the sleeves. In addition, management approval is required to choose the colors, design, badges, and logos. What are the basic elements that make up private security uniforms? Private security guards must be identified by the uniform they wear, and this may vary depending on the security company. Shirts can be short-sleeved or long-sleeved with shoulder pads and pockets on the front. The colors most commonly used are white, blue, gray, and khaki. The pants are usually a dark color such as navy blue or black and have white side stripes. But they can also be found in gray or green with black stripes. The footwear should be comfortable and black, for example, boots, ankle boots or clogs can be used depending on the place where they will be. Accessories also include ties, bow ties, belts, vests, jackets, and even caps with the logo or the word "security" embroidered or printed on them. Each private security company can combine the elements that will make up the official uniform according to the workplace. It is also important to note that private security guards do not use firearms. At GDI you will find a wide catalog with the garments that this sector requires. We provide a comprehensive service, encompassing all the features required for uniforms. This comprehensive service ranges from safety and comfort to a design that sets your staff apart. We are your best option when choosing clothing for your employees; we adapt to your needs while maintaining your corporate image. We are experts in various sectors and our track record confirms it. Contact us to see our clothing catalogs for your sector and verify that we can do an exceptional job.