Can a coffee mug inspire?

This one does. It inspires a job done right and being a good neighbor.Hess Industries Ltd, an recipient of many awards and recognition in business, focuses on solving problems associated with tooling issues from design to maintenance. Founded and led by Mark Hess, an incredible leader in the community. We know Mark through Chris’ time in manufacturing. At one point during a visit to his s…

Why a Grocery Bag?

Do you love pull-on boots but have a hard time putting them on? Garrett has the same issue! Check out this industry hack and save it for later!Step 1: Find a plastic grocery bagStep 2: Slip your foot into the grocery bag (trust us, this will help slide into the boot with ease)Step 3: Listen for the “thump”Step 4: Walk around for a few minutes & let the leather stretch a bitThen boom, you’…

Wrong Size Box?

Did you know Holly’s college summer job was working at School Specialty?? Her first day on the job was learning how to package items correctly and efficiently, and that’s what she did all summer long!When shipping an item, you want minimal room between the top of the item and the top of the box.  However, what if you don't have the right size box or enough packing materials?  You use thi…

The Right Boots

Hunter came by the store a few weeks ago looking for new boots.“How long have you had those?” We knew by looking at them that they weren’t from our store.“Four months.” He was clearly upset. “What do you do?” “ I finish trailers, [including] putting wheels and tires on... my feet are killing me by the end of the day.”While speaking with Hunter, Chris, from TeamBootLife, was inspecting his boots a…