For over 50 years, the story of MCR Safety has been forged in the grit and grind of the American workplace. It began with a simple, unwavering mission: to protect the hands that build our world. From their early days supplying quality work gloves, they earned a reputation not just for the durability of their products, but for their deep understanding of the hazards their customers face every day. They didn't just sell gear; they solved problems.

As they grew, their portfolio expanded beyond gloves to include glasses, protective garments and respiratory equipment. MCR Safety became a trusted source for head-to-toe protection that workers actually want to wear.

But the landscape of industry is constantly evolving, and so are they.

MCR Safety is thrilled to announce a powerful new chapter in their industry-leading story. MCR Safety Group is uniting six impressive brands under their umbrella, creating a single, unstoppable source for head-to-toe safety solutions: MCR Safety, Tingley, Cordova Safety, Shelby, ALTA and GISA.

This isn't just a change; it's a strategic blending of expertise, experience and excellence. By bringing these quality brands together, MCR Safety is stronger, more innovative and better equipped than ever to serve their customers. Each brand brings its own strengths and specialization, ensuring you get a streamlined experience comprised of the best-of-the-best in every category.

Here is a closer look at the companies joining MCR Safety:

MCR Safety

With over 50 years of combined legacy, MCR Safety is a leading provider of personal protective equipment, born from the merger of three dedicated industrial safety pioneers: Memphis Glove, Crews Glasses, and River City Garments. MCR Safety focuses on eye, hand and arm protection – and is the flagship brand for MCR Safety Group.

Tingley

Dating back to 1896, Tingley Rubber is a fifth-generation, U.S.-based family business built on a foundation of durability and innovation. Founded by Charles O. Tingley, the company has evolved from making bicycle tire plugs into a leader in protective footwear and apparel. Tingley understands the demanding and important nature of its customers' work and is committed to keeping them safe, comfortable and protected against hazards like mud, chemicals and harsh weather. This commitment is proven by a history of industry firsts, including the first rubber overshoe and the first Hazmat boots.

Cordova Safety

Since its founding in 1994, Cordova Safety Products has been a trusted partner in the safety industry, driven by a core mission to keep people safe both at work and at home. Cordova confidently serves its clients with an extensive range of reliable personal protective equipment at competitive prices, upholding a powerful promise: if they can't find the specific product you need, they will work with you to create it. This commitment to comprehensive service and custom solutions ensures that if a necessary piece of safety equipment doesn't exist, Cordova Safety will make it happen.

Shelby

Since 1953, Shelby Glove has built its reputation on a powerful blend of American manufacturing, relentless innovation and an unwavering dedication to protection. For over 60 years, their gloves have been the trusted choice of professional and volunteer firefighters worldwide. Every Shelby glove utilizes advanced materials and superior design, manufactured in the USA to meet the specific, demanding needs of firefighters, ensuring exceptional protection, durability, fit and performance. From structural firefighting to wildland and ARFF missions, Shelby provides a specialized glove for every critical end-use.

ALTA

For over 46 years, since its founding in 1978, ALTA has been a trusted name in durable knee and elbow protection for the most demanding professions and sports. With a company-owned factory and a remarkable record of virtually zero defects, ALTA has built its reputation on field-proven, dependable gear designed to keep industrial, tactical and extreme sports professionals safe and comfortable on the job.

GISA

For over 38 years, Guantes Internacionales (GISA) has been a pioneering force in Mexico's industrial market. They built their legacy by understanding the operations and risks their customers face daily, then creating high-performance safety solutions for those challenges. Every GISA product is developed using highly engineered threads and certified for abrasion resistance. Their gear protects industrial workers across every application, from cut-resistant gloves and general-purpose coated options to high-performance fiber gloves, knitted gloves and sleeves and chemical protection solutions.

This is the new era of MCR Safety.

With the power of Tingley, Cordova, Shelby, ALTA and GISA joining MCR Safety, they are creating the most comprehensive and focused safety partner in the industry. Together, they are MCR Safety Group.

This article was previously featured on MCR Safety's blog.