In the 1990s, uvex developed its own product line for professional and protective clothing for the first time under the name “uvextil” in order to meet the rapidly growing demand in this segment. These products were among the most important innovations of the decade and were shortly afterwards offered via the field sales team.
Typical “uvextil” garments were:
This collection marked a decisive step towards the later professionalisation of uvex workwear.
Based on the classic boiler suit, this collection was developed in the 1990s together with the customer Bardusch. The collection proved to be a real success: between 1990 and 2000 it enjoyed great popularity among customers and became the best‑selling workwear collection.
With the acquisition of Vogtland-Konfektion in 1998, uvex began having its own workwear manufactured in Europe. These products developed into key parts of the range – in particular:
The products manufactured there formed one of the most important workwear foundations of the early 2000s.
In the late 1990s and early 2000s, uvex increasingly began to develop industry-specific products, for example:
This clothing was important because PPE became significantly more professionalised due to legal requirements such as the German Occupational Safety Act of 1996.
The uvex silver system disposable coveralls came onto the market in 2008. Their special feature: they have an antibacterial surface, the so-called nanosilver coating. This gives the coverall an exceptionally high level of protection against biological hazards.
Due to the innovative nanotechnology, a sample of this coverall is even on display in the Deutsches Museum in Munich.
The uvex suXXeed range, first presented in 2018, marked a milestone in the development of modern uvex workwear. It combines well-designed functionality, sporty design and innovative materials in a collection that has proven itself in both trades and industry. With its 360° performance fit, flexible stretch zones and robust CORDURA® reinforcements, uvex suXXeed offers maximum wearing comfort and excellent freedom of movement.
The suXXeed collection has been continuously developed over the years and is launching products in the anniversary year. The collection includes, among other things, trousers, bib trousers, shirts, jackets and versatile mix-and-match combination options. Depending on the line – such as suXXeed industry or suXXeed craft – features such as suitability for industrial laundering, weather protection or sustainable material content are the focus.
