1 West Chester Protective Gear Dream CatalogBryan Buechner, Michelle Hausman, Jaclyn Hyde, Kati Swan
2 Table of Contents Our Vision…………………………………………………………………………..1Cool Hand Luke………………………………………………………………...2 Iron Man Hands………………………………………………………………….3 Helping Hands.…………………………………………………………..…...4 West Chester Protective Gear - Dream Catalog
3 You’re not just going to like our ideas, you’re going to glove them.Our Vision From the heavy duty working man to the everyday DIYer, West Chester Gear has got you covered. WCG offers a full line of protective gloves to help you get the job done safely and efficiently. At WCG, safety is the number one goal. At times, this means sacrificing flexibility, comfort, or grip. It is our vision, as student innovation consultants, to create a new line of gloves that go the extra mile for the user. Having used the Systematic Inventive Thinking approach, we have created what we hope to be the gloves of the future. From built-in-flashlights to gloveless gloves, we want to help you get the job done. You’re not just going to like our ideas, you’re going to glove them. West Chester Protective Gear - Dream Catalog
4 Cool Hand Luke Attribute Dependency, Task UnificationWhether you’re working too hard or working in the hot sun, the Cool Hand Luke is the perfect glove to cool you down. These Pro Series gloves come with a 4-way stretch form fitting spandex back that includes a cooling strip that is activated Cool Hand Luke Attribute Dependency, Task Unification upon contact with the forehead. Gone are the days of having to remove a glove to wipe sweat from your brow or grab a cool rag. The Cool Hand Luke will keep you feeling refreshed and ready to finish the job. West Chester Protective Gear - Dream Catalog
5 Iron Man Hands Attribute Dependency, Task UnificationLose track of time and get stuck trying to finish your DIY project in the dark? Need to fix that leaky pipe and wish you had just one extra hand? It’s Time to channel your inner superhero. Iron Man Hands Attribute Dependency, Task Unification Iron Man Hands give you a light when and where you need it most. Simply holster the mini LED-flashlight on the palm or back of hand and never lose sight of your important job again. With proper charging, your flashlights can last up to 2 years without replacement! Iron Man Hands use TRP knuckle, finger and back of hand protection and a flexible 4-way stretch form fitting spandex back to provide comfort and protection for any job...even saving the world. West Chester Protective Gear - Dream Catalog
6 Helping Hands Division, Attribute Dependency, Task UnificationHave you ever fallen victim to losing a glove? Even after taking it off for just a second to let your hands breathe? There’s nothing worse than having a glove with no partner. Gloves are meant to be together. Helping Hands Division, Attribute Dependency, Task Unification Helping Hands is the perfect solution for your glove anxiety. Need to take off your glove for just a second to have a free hand? No more holding your glove under your arm, in your mouth or pockets. Simply slip off the glove, place it on your other hand, and watch as it magnetically attaches at the wrist! West Chester Protective Gear - Dream Catalog
7 Bright Be Gone Task UnificationWe’ll be the first to tell you that hands are an important part of your work but what about other parts that need protection? You need your eyes safe in order to use your hands! Bright Be Gone Task Unification Bright Be Gone is a visor that protects your eyes and vision from a variety of elements including sunlight, bright lights and sparks. The ease of use and versatility makes this add-on a must have! The magnetic strip attaches alongside your outter hand and pinky finger. It’s compatible with every glove in the High-Dexterity line so no matter what job you are doing, Bright Be Gone will have your back (and eyes). West Chester Protective Gear - Dream Catalog
8 Foam Master Attribute Dependency, Subtraction, MultiplicationWhether you’re on the job site or working at home, your hands take a beating when you’re hard at work. What could be better than a cushioned glove that forms to your hands? Foam Master Attribute Dependency, Subtraction, Multiplication Foam Master takes the technology from Tempur-pedic mattresses and applies it to your gloves. The memory foam on the inside of the glove absorbs the pressure and vibrations from drilling, jack hammering, and other high intensity jobs. No need to worry about aches and pains or taking a day off when you’ll be going home with hands that feel like new! West Chester Protective Gear - Dream Catalog
9 The Duo Attribute Dependency, Task Unification, DivisionHave you ever gone a day without multitasking or using each hand for two different jobs? Our guess is that you haven’t. The Duo Attribute Dependency, Task Unification, Division The Duo is a pair of gloves that come with two separate styles for each hand. You need a thick, protective, flame-resistant glove for your left hand… but you use your right hand for gripping… so you go out and purchase two pairs of gloves? Wrong! All you need is the versatility of The Duo so you are able to do each hand’s job correctly and safely. This line of gloves comes in various combinations so you can find your perfect duo! West Chester Protective Gear - Dream Catalog
10 The Blue Touch Attribute Dependency, Task UnificationIn talking with representatives from West Chester Protective Gear, their branding is inconsistent. Every glove has a different look, label, and message. We aim to change this through the Blue Touch implementation. The Blue Touch Attribute Dependency, Task Unification The tip of the index finger on every WCPG glove will be dipped in a blue dye. This simple brand identification will not affect the functionality of the glove, but will signify brand consistency and the Blue Touch Promise. Each glove will be held to a higher standard of excellence, safety, and comfort; guaranteed by the Blue Touch Promise. West Chester Protective Gear - Dream Catalog
11 Illuminated Savior Attribute Dependency, Task UnificationHow do we show gratitude to firefighters, to the men and women who risk their lives everyday on the job? It’s easy, we do so by equipping them with the safest and most technically-advanced gear! Illuminated Savior Attribute Dependency, Task Unification The Illuminated Savior is a glove that is covered with LED lights, made specifically to light up a room covered in smoke. This will allow firefighters to see their partners in a smoke-filled building, can be used to signal from inside of the house to the outside through windows, will assist children and adults to find safety, and will provide illumination for a quick exit from the building. West Chester Protective Gear - Dream Catalog
12 The EstroGlove Attribute DependencyWest Chester Protective Gear currently has five glove sizes - S, M, L, XL, XXL - all Unisex. Women in the industrial world and women DIYers do not buy from WCPG because they do not currently carry women-sized gloves. WCPG will lose business from companies that need men’s and women’s gloves unless they update this. The EstroGlove Attribute Dependency The EstroGlove comes in four sizes - Women’s XS, S, M, and L. Gone are the days of only men working in factories and in the yard. These gloves will offer more protection, more flexible movement, and the perfect fit for women. Made with the woman in mind, the EstroGlove will have longer, thinner fingers, a more slender palm, and a tight, adjustable wrist guard. West Chester Protective Gear - Dream Catalog
13 The Glove Box Division, SubtractionThe glove box is a convenient solution for all on-the-job workers who may lose or rip a glove and need a new one on the spot. These vending machines are filled with a variety of gloves for every kind of job on site. The Glove Box Division, Subtraction West Chester Protective Gear would have the ability to place one of their “Glove Box” machines on work sites for construction workers to buy gloves from. This would be an excellent marketing technique because the workers would appreciate the convenience and could also become loyal to the product after using it. West Chester Protective Gear - Dream Catalog
14 The Second Skin SubtractionNeed a glove that is high performance and high safety yet feels like you aren’t even wearing one? The Second Skin is exactly that. The Second Skin is an in-store service in which the customer identifies what features of a glove they need. For example, if the consumer needs their glove to be fire resistant we can do that. If the consumer needs their glove to be cut resistant we can do that as well! The Second Skin Subtraction When the consumer enters the store they will be able to communicate with the sales associate what needs they have in the glove. The sales associate will then be responsible for creating the mixture for each element. Once the mixture has been completed, the consumer will then have a mold taken of each hand. By using a custom mold, the fit will be perfect for each specific hand, making it feel as if you are not even wearing a glove! West Chester Protective Gear - Dream Catalog
15 The Benjamin Buttons Attribute DependencyEver wonder when your safety glove has been worn so long that the features are actually no longer safe? The Benjamin Buttons are the perfect glove for this problem. As you wear your gloves, The Benjamin Buttons have technology that actually begin to change the color of the gloves as they are becoming unsafe to wear. The Benjamin Buttons Attribute Dependency The gloves are purchased as red and slowly turn to brown as they are worn to show the wearer that they are no longer safe. Once the gloves are 90% brown you know that it is time to buy a new pair in order to have the best protection for your hands. West Chester Protective Gear - Dream Catalog