Article taken from the August 9, 2010 edition of Gore.com
ELKTON, Md.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Wellco Enterprises has specified GORE-TEX® footwear fabric to provide waterproof, breathable protection in its new Smith & Wesson Guardian GTX series of footwear for law enforcement professionals. GORE-TEX® footwear fabric keeps feet drier and more comfortable by preventing exposure to rain and inclement weather while allowing moisture vapor (perspiration) to escape.
Wellco’s Smith & Wesson Guardian GTX series of footwear are among the lightest-weight high-performance shoes and boots on the market today, combining comfort with excellent traction and protection against the harsh elements that patrol and tactical officers encounter on the job.
According to Kerry Ferguson, Director of Marketing at Wellco and Smith & Wesson Footwear, this new Guardian line of footwear was designed to meet all the needs of law enforcement professionals — protection, agility, durability, and comfort. “We chose GORE-TEX® footwear fabric as the waterproof barrier because of its reputation for delivering long-lasting breathability and protection.” Ferguson added, “While working with Gore during the design and construction of these new boots, we found that their commitment to delivering high-quality products is backed by years of expertise in barrier design and some of the most rigorous performance testing available in the industry today.”
With approximately 9,000 employees worldwide, W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc., specializes in fluoropolymer innovations that improve the quality of life. Gore has applied its world-renowned expertise in fluoropolymer fabrication to thousands of technology-driven applications in consumer, electronic, pharmaceutical, and medical product manufacturing. Specifically in the fabrics arena, Gore has been a pioneer in developing high-performance barrier products for use in military, law enforcement, domestic preparedness, firefighting, EMS, and technical rescue applications. The company operates more than 45 facilities worldwide with headquarters in Newark, Delaware, USA.
Since 1941, Wellco Enterprises has supplied innovative footwear with a focus on excellence in quality, comfort, and design. Since 1965 with the development of the Vietnam boot, Wellco has been one of the leading suppliers of footwear for the US military. Wellco is guided by one simple directive — There and Back — to deliver advanced footwear solutions for law enforcement, tactical officers, and the military.
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