Dimex workwear supports GRK’s work in demanding railway conditions

“My tasks include installing railway switches, which involves a lot of crouching down by the tracks. In those situations, the most important thing about workwear is that it stretches and that the trousers can accommodate knee pads,” says GRK railway worker Mikko Hakonen.

Hakonen is pleased with his current workwear: “This latest trouser model from Dimex is extremely flexible and looks good, and there are plenty of pockets.”

On a railway worksite, workwear is subjected to heavy wear and tear. Work is carried out all year round, whatever the weather.

“We have to crawl on our knees on the tracks, so our knees have to withstand all kinds of conditions. We use workwear in all kinds of extreme conditions, from severe frost to intense heat, in slippery, wet and dry conditions and everything in between. It’s really important to have comfortable and flexible clothing,” Hakonen says.

Comfort is more than just an added feature in workwear. According to Hakonen, flexibility and breathability have a direct impact on how you feel during the working day.

“A happy worker is a hard-working worker. If your workwear is uncomfortable, you don’t feel quite as motivated to get the job done. Durability and safety are of course also important.”

For GRK, Finnish origin has been an important factor when choosing a workwear supplier. “Dimex workwear fits the Finnish body type well, looks stylish and is of high quality,” says Jyrki Saalasti, Procurement Manager for GRK Finland’s rail business.

Sune Järvinen, Procurement Manager at GRK Finland, is also pleased with Dimex products: “Dimex workwear fits well and has just the right amount of practical pockets.”

Dimex and GRK have been working together for many years, and both procurement managers describe the cooperation as smooth. “Our cooperation has continued for over eight years and has been straightforward and hassle-free. Our contact person is usually easy to reach, and everything runs smoothly. The words that best describe Dimex are Finnish, Savonian and reliable,” Saalasti says.

“Dimex is a Finnish, easy-going supplier with whom we have enjoyed smooth cooperation for many years. Both sides have also worked to develop the cooperation over the years. It is important to us that help is readily available and that we can rely on deliveries. Ordering is easy through our dedicated Dimex online store,” Järvinen says.