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Wednesday Apr 15, 2020
Wednesday Apr 15, 2020
In episode 31 of Gear Up with Gear Experts, we welcome Connor Harris as our guest. Connor is the Video Production Manager for Columbia Creative Services, GME Supply, and Columbia Safety and Supply. He's been with the company for a little under 3 years.
We talk with Connor about:
- Examples of how to use video effectively;
- Columbia Creative Services's video creation process;
- The in-studio capabilities of Columbia Creative Services; and
- The outdoor & on-location capabilities of Columbia Creative Services.
Click here to contact Columbia Creative Services.
Disclaimer:
We'd also like to take this time to remind everyone that while this show is meant to be fun, entertaining, and informative it is not intended to replace proper, in-depth training. Manufacturer's instructions must also be followed and reviewed before any fall protection equipment is used. And proper training should be received before operating any equipment or before climbing.
Why do YOU Climb?
We’d like to hear from you about why YOU climb. Email us a voice message at gearup@gearexperts.com about why you climb and what climbing means to you for a chance to be featured on the show - and win some swag of course.
Friday Mar 27, 2020
Friday Mar 27, 2020
In episode 30 of Gear Up with Gear Experts, Alex and John discuss respirators and what you need to know to be able to protect yourself.
We cover:
- The different hazards that might require respiratory protection;
- How to determine if you need a respirator;
- The different types of respirators;
- What the classifications like N95 and P100 actually mean;
- OSHA and NIOSH respirator standards; and
- How to properly fit test a respirator.
Disclaimer:
We'd also like to take this time to remind everyone that while this show is meant to be fun, entertaining, and informative it is not intended to replace proper, in-depth training. Manufacturer's instructions must also be followed and reviewed before any fall protection equipment is used. And proper training should be received before operating any equipment or before climbing.
Why do YOU Climb?
We’d like to hear from you about why YOU climb. Email us a voice message at gearup@gearexperts.com about why you climb and what climbing means to you for a chance to be featured on the show - and win some swag of course.
Thursday Feb 06, 2020
Thursday Feb 06, 2020
In episode 29 of Gear Up with Gear Experts, we welcome Ben Bowman back as our guest in the studio to talk all about NWSA. Ben is the Director of Sales & Marketing for Safety LMS and first joined us back on episode 12.
We talk with Ben about:
- What NWSA actually is;
- Why NWSA was started;
- The process to get NWSA certifications;
- How the certifications work in relation to other industry certifications; and
- Other certifications that Safety LMS offers.
To find out more information about how to schedule your NWSA exam, click here.
Disclaimer:
We’d also like to take this time to remind everyone that while this show is meant to be fun, entertaining, and informative it is not intended to replace proper, in-depth training. Manufacturer’s instructions must also be followed and reviewed before any fall protection equipment is used. And proper training should be received before operating any equipment or before climbing.
Why do YOU Climb?
We’d like to hear from you about why YOU climb. Email us a voice message at gearup@gearexperts.com about why you climb and what climbing means to you for a chance to be featured on the show – and win some swag of course.
Wednesday Jan 22, 2020
Wednesday Jan 22, 2020
In episode 28 of Gear Up with Gear Experts, we welcome Jason Murphy from Kenwood to the studio to talk all about 2-way radios.
We talk with Jason about:
- The beginning of our partnership;
- Analog vs. Digital Radios;
- Waterproof radio solutions;
- Radio accessories;
- FCC registration;
- A radio built specifically for tower climbers;
- Repeaters; and
- Try before you by.
Disclaimer:
We’d also like to take this time to remind everyone that while this show is meant to be fun, entertaining, and informative it is not intended to replace proper, in-depth training. Manufacturer’s instructions must also be followed and reviewed before any fall protection equipment is used. And proper training should be received before operating any equipment or before climbing.
Why do YOU Climb?
We’d like to hear from you about why YOU climb. Email us a voice message at gearup@gearexperts.com about why you climb and what climbing means to you for a chance to be featured on the show – and win some swag of course.
Wednesday Jan 08, 2020
Wednesday Jan 08, 2020
This episode’s theme is By the Numbers. It is officially 2020! Welcome to not only a new year but a new decade. Before we start focusing on the new year, we wanted to reflect on 2019 one more time. It’s become a tradition here at GME Supply to close the year with a reflection on some of our accomplishments and in 2019 our numbers were bigger than ever.
In episode 27 of Gear Up with Gear Experts, John spends some time breaking down GME Supply & Columbia Safety & Supply’s annual By the Numbers Report
For a full transcript of our By the Numbers Report, check out the full report on GME Supply’s blog by clicking here.
Disclaimer:
We'd also like to take this time to remind everyone that while this show is meant to be fun, entertaining, and informative it is not intended to replace proper, in-depth training. Manufacturer's instructions must also be followed and reviewed before any fall protection equipment is used. And proper training should be received before operating any equipment or before climbing.
Why do YOU Climb?
We’d like to hear from you about why YOU climb. Email us a voice message at gearup@gearexperts.com about why you climb and what climbing means to you for a chance to be featured on the show - and win some swag of course.
Tuesday Dec 24, 2019
Tuesday Dec 24, 2019
In episode 26 of Gear Up with Gear Experts, John spends some time highlighting his favorite episodes from the year.
One of my favorite episodes of the year was episode 10 which originally aired in May. In that episode, we welcomed Max from Fieldsense into the studio to talk about RF safety.
Click here to listen to the full episode.
My next highlight for 2019 is when we covered industry manpower shortages. That was back on episode 15 which originally was released in July. We welcomed Gear Expert Mike Khron to the studio to discuss the manpower shortage in the wireless industry.
Click here to listen to the full episode.
Part of being a Gear Expert means understanding the industries we serve and making sure we are doing everything we can to help our customers succeed. In episode 17 which aired back in August, we welcomed Gear Expert John Lamond into the studio to talk all about wireless industry financing and how we can help make sure you succeed.
Click here to listen to the full episode.
At GME Supply and Columbia Safety we focus on keeping workers safe and productive on the job. But, sometimes accidents happen and those accidents can put an emotional and financial strain on the families affected. In episode 12 which aired back in June, Alex and I covered our partnership with the Tower Family Foundation.
Click here to listen to the full episode.
Our episode debunking wind energy myths (episode 24) just aired a few weeks ago, but it has already climbed to the top of my favorites list. We welcomed our resident Wind Energy expert, Cody Sellers, into the studio. Here’s a little taste of that episode.
Click here to listen to the full episode.
Also, Alex and I announced it last week and you’ve still got time to enter. We’re giving away a FREE Wera Tools advent calendar. To enter to win, head on over to facebook.com/gearexpertshow like our page and tag someone who you think would like to win. Entries close on December 31st and we will announce our winner on our next episode (January 8th).
So head on over to facebook.com/gearexpertshow and good luck!
Disclaimer
We’d also like to remind everyone that while this show is meant to be fun, entertaining, and informative it is not intended to replace proper, in-depth training. Manufacturer’s instructions must also be followed and reviewed before any equipment is used. And proper training should be received before operating any equipment or before climbing.
Why do YOU Climb?
We’d like to hear from you about why YOU climb. Email us a voice message at gearup@gearexperts.com about why you climb and what climbing means to you for a chance to be featured on the show – and win some swag of course.
Wednesday Dec 11, 2019
Wednesday Dec 11, 2019
In episode 25 of Gear Up with Gear Experts, Alex and John discuss some of their favorite gifts for the upcoming holiday season.
John’s Picks:
- GME Supply “Climb Higher” Tower Family Foundation Donation T-Shirt | $19.99
- Milwaukee M18 6-Tool Combo Kit | $699.00
- Ergodyne 6466 N-Ferno Thermal Jacket | $133.96
Alex’s Picks:
- Lift Safety Dax Fifty 50 Carbon Fiber Full Brim Hard Hat | $150.00
- Klein Tools Rechargeable Personal Work Light | $39.99
- Leatherman Super Tool 300 Multi-Tool | $89.95
Our Favorite Gift:
Our favorite gift of the season is the 2019 Advent Calendar from Wera Tools! Check below for how you can enter to win one.
Click here to see our complete holiday gift buying guide where we cover nearly 100 gift ideas. From gifts under $20 to complete tool sets, this list has everything you need for that special someone in your life.
The Tower Family Foundation
We are proud to partner with the Tower Family Foundation. For more information about our partnership with them and our GME Supply “Climb Higher” Tower Family Foundation Donation T-Shirt, check out episode 12 of this podcast.
Enter To Win!
We are giving away a free 2019 Wera Tools Advent Calendar. To enter to win, head on over to our Facebook page, like and share the giveaway post, and tag someone you think would like to win in the comments. Entries will close on 12/31/2019 and a winner will be announced on episode 27 (which will be released on 01/08/2020).
Disclaimer:
We’d also like to take this time to remind everyone that while this show is meant to be fun, entertaining, and informative it is not intended to replace proper, in-depth training. Manufacturer’s instructions must also be followed and reviewed before any fall protection equipment is used. And proper training should be received before operating any equipment or before climbing.
Why do YOU Climb?
We’d like to hear from you about why YOU climb. Email us a voice message at gearup@gearexperts.com about why you climb and what climbing means to you for a chance to be featured on the show – and win some swag of course.
Wednesday Nov 27, 2019
Wednesday Nov 27, 2019
In episode 24 of Gear Up with Gear Experts, we welcome Gear Expert Cody Sellers as our guest in the studio. Cody is the Northwest Regional Sales Manager and first joined us back on episode 3.
We talk with Cody about:
- The myth that wind energy is more expensive than conventional energy;
- The myth that wind turbines are really loud;
- The myth that turbines kill birds; and
- The myth that offshore wind turbines are not safe for sea life.
Our weekly insight stays in-line with the wind theme.
This week we discuss some of the interesting facts associated with wind energy. Topics include:
- US wind capacity;
- Job creation; and
- How much electricity is produced and the effects it has on our carbon footprint.
Disclaimer:
We’d also like to take this time to remind everyone that while this show is meant to be fun, entertaining, and informative it is not intended to replace proper, in-depth training. Manufacturer’s instructions must also be followed and reviewed before any fall protection equipment is used. And proper training should be received before operating any equipment or before climbing.
Why do YOU Climb?
We’d like to hear from you about why YOU climb. Email us a voice message at gearup@gearexperts.com about why you climb and what climbing means to you for a chance to be featured on the show – and win some swag of course.
Wednesday Nov 13, 2019
Wednesday Nov 13, 2019
In episode 23 of Gear Up with Gear Experts, we welcome Gear Expert Chris Heitkamp as our guest in the studio. Chris first joined us back on episode 1.
We talk with Chris about:
- The broad capabilities of GME Supply and Columbia Safety to source equipment;
- An example of a time when our Gear Experts were able to utilize our resources to help a customer meet a unique challenge; and
- Our commitment to our customers to continue building partnerships for the benefit of our customers.
With winter just around the corner, our weekly insight covers thermal gloves and some of the things you should look for when selecting a pair of thermal gloves.
This week we discuss thermal gloves. Topics include:
- Wind/Water Resistance;
- Grip;
- Dexterity
- Cut/Impact Resistance; and
- Personal preferences
You can check out our full blog post on thermal gloves by clicking here.
Disclaimer:
We’d also like to take this time to remind everyone that while this show is meant to be fun, entertaining, and informative it is not intended to replace proper, in-depth training. Manufacturer’s instructions must also be followed and reviewed before any fall protection equipment is used. And proper training should be received before operating any equipment or before climbing.
Why do YOU Climb?
We’d like to hear from you about why YOU climb. Email us a voice message at gearup@gearexperts.com about why you climb and what climbing means to you for a chance to be featured on the show – and win some swag of course.
Wednesday Oct 30, 2019
Wednesday Oct 30, 2019
In episode 22 of Gear Up with Gear Experts, we welcome Gear Expert Bryan Dominique as our guest in the studio. Bryan first joined us back on episode 6 and is the Regional Sales Manager for the Northeast from North Carolina into Eastern Canada.
We talk with Bryan about:
- Suspension trauma, it’s effects on the body, and how to prevent it;
- Swing fall and how to calculate a safe zone to prevent swing fall from causing injury; and
- Other hidden dangers of falling.
Our weekly insight stays in the theme of things that happen when a fall occurs, but without the victim hitting the ground.
This week we discuss fall clearance. Topics include:
- What is involved in planning for an accurate fall clearance;
- Free fall distance;
- Deceleration distance;
- Height of the D-Ring;
- Harness & D-Ring shift; and
- Safety factors.
You can download our free Fall Clearances 101 Poster from our Knowledge Base by clicking here.
Disclaimer:
We’d also like to take this time to remind everyone that while this show is meant to be fun, entertaining, and informative it is not intended to replace proper, in-depth training. Manufacturer’s instructions must also be followed and reviewed before any fall protection equipment is used. And proper training should be received before operating any equipment or before climbing.
Why do YOU Climb?
We’d like to hear from you about why YOU climb. Email us a voice message at gearup@gearexperts.com about why you climb and what climbing means to you for a chance to be featured on the show – and win some swag of course.