Heavy Marine: International WorkBoat Show

CWC is excited to attend the upcoming International WorkBoat Show, Dec 3^rd-5^th in New Orleans.

The International WorkBoat Show has long been a premier event that brings together commercial marine suppliers and buyers. This year is looking to be the biggest and best show yet!

CWC is proud to have been the source for heavy marine rope products for more than 60 years. This year, we’re excited to be showcasing our wide selection of 8-braid mooring and tug lines, 12 strand high performance ropes, Blue Steel, nylon and poly-dac ropes, as well as our safety supplies and rainwear, which includes our signature ProTACT high-tactility dipped work gloves. 

Make sure you put #4246 on your list of booths to visit at this show! Stop by our booth, chat with our friendly sales reps and pick up a free tote stuffed with great CWC catalogs and product fliers.  

Need more information on the show? Browse the official WorkBoat Show website for additional details.

Are you going to the show? Let us know in the comments below!

Packaging: Pack Expo International 2014

Continental Western Corporation will be attending Pack Expo International. Put booth #9623 on your list of companies to see!

This year, Pack Expo International will be on November 2nd-5th in Chicago, Illinois. Pack Expo International “focuses on processing and packaging solutions while at the same time, introducing you to technologies and ideas from all different industries. It’s the one place you can discover innovations you didn’t know existed and truly see what is possible.”

CWC will be attending Pack Expo International to show how our packaging solutions can meet your company's needs. From steel and polyester strapping, to stretch film, to packing tape, CWC has you covered.

As an incentive, we are offering up our promo code to anyone interested in attending as our guest. Follow this link to register with our comp code: 21V86.

Need more convincing? Read Pack Expo’s Top 5 Reasons for attending:

5 Reasons Attending PACK EXPO International is ESSENTIAL to your success.

1. EFFICIENCY – Where else can you compare practically every processing and packaging solution out there—from 1,800+ suppliers—all in one place? Watch Video
2. ENERGY – There’s nothing like watching processing and packaging innovations in action, holding materials and containers in your hands and examining equipment side by side.
3. EDGE – Staying competitive means walking the same show floor your competitors are walking, latching on to the latest trends, and getting strategies that work from industry experts.
4. EXCITEMENT – Witness the unveiling of breakthrough technologies, see what new robots can do, try your hand at the latest in automation, get ideas from engineers in other industries.
5. ENGAGEMENT – You’ll get the face time you need to problem-solve on the spot and build strong business partnerships with suppliers. Watch Video

Safety: Recapping the 2014 NSC Congress & Expo

The 2014 National Safety Council’s Congress & Expo ended Wednesday, September 17^th. The three-day conference in San Diego, California was humming with new safety products and big news from occupational safety regulator, OSHA.

Attendees were quick to take note as OSHA announced the most frequently cited workplace safety violations for the 2014 fiscal year. Staying informed and prepared is the best way to dodge workplace injuries and safety violations. Avoid common oversights by reading OSHA's list and ensure that your business has the appropriate personal protection equipment and rules in place to maintain compliance. 

Another large announcement at the NSC Congress & Expo was the renewal of the NSC and OSHA alliance. 

"The National Safety Council and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration today renewed their Alliance to foster safer and healthier workplaces at the NSC Congress & Expo. Focus areas of the Alliance include addressing temporary and contract workers, motor vehicle safety, construction safety and the importance of establishing injury and illness prevention programs. They also agree to support and promote the new Journey to Safety Excellence campaign from the Council."

“NSC values our partnership with OSHA to keep workplaces safe,” said Deborah A.P. Hersman, president and CEO of the National Safety Council. “Renewing this Alliance is a symbol of our combined dedication to eliminating injuries and fatalities on the job, as employees deserve to return home safely to their families each day.”
        -Kathy Lane, Communications Director at NSC

All of us at Continental Western Corporation had a great time at the show and are looking forward to next year in Atlanta, Georgia!

Agriculture: PMA Fresh Summit

CWC has worked with the agricultural industry for more than 60 years. 

We understand that producing quality produce is a complex process that requires a wide range of goods and support. This October, we will be showing our support for the agriculture and produce industries by attending the PMA Fresh Summit in Anaheim, CA.

As PMA states, this event is for:

“Industry leaders. Marketing gurus. Technology trailblazers. Retail buyers. Food safety experts. Talented young professionals. The decision makers and game changers…”

Through attending this event, Continental Western Corporation is keeping up on changes within the agriculture and produce industries as technology and values in farming continue to develop and transform. CWC is committed to continually expanding our product knowledge and introducing superior alternatives to existing agricultural products as this staple industry progresses.

Be sure to put our booth, #1999, on your ‘must see’ list for Fresh Summit 2014!

Even if you are not able to attend, you can still view some of them items that we will be showcasing: Biodegradable Nitrile Gloves, Ventilated Pallet Netting & Spiral Wrap.

Farwest Show

We’re on a nursery kick this month!

Continental Western is back on the road, this time up in the Pacific North West. If you’re looking for specialty nursery and greenhouse items, the Farwest Show is calling your name. From rare plants and flowers, to exclusive nursery supplies, this show is your gardening supercenter. 

For the first time, CWC will be showing off a brand-new line of nursery and gardening tools, so stop by to see the new items. We will have multiple types of pruners, shearers, orchard loppers, and knives specially designed for your nursery and gardening needs.  

We’re happy to be able to offer these special tools at the upcoming Farwest Show, so make sure you stop by booth #15006!