How HMZ and Blackwoods deliver fit-for-purpose workwear

Managing uniforms at scale is a challenge many Australian organisations face, especially in industries like mining, energy, rail, and construction. Ensuring every worker has gear that fits properly isn’t just about comfort; it’s about safety, productivity, and inclusion. Yet, traditional workwear models make this harder than it needs to be.

The problem with traditional workwear.

Most workwear brands stock multiple leg lengths for every waist size. While this approach aims to provide flexibility, it creates significant operational headaches:

• Wasted warehouse space storing slow-moving SKUs.
• Complex and inaccurate forecasting across dozens of size combinations.
• Capital tied up in inventory that doesn’t move quickly.

Despite these efforts, workers often still struggle to find pants that fit. Many resort to rolling up pant legs or paying for costly alterations—an unnecessary burden for both employees and employers.

The HMZ solution.

COgear’s tear-away HMZ is a game-changer for uniform management. Instead of holding multiple lengths for every waist size, organisations can stock one adjustable garment per size. Here’s how it works:

• COgear offers 12 waist sizes (4–26).
• HMZ adds five length options to every size, creating 60 fit options from just 12 physical sizes.

This innovation means:

• Simpler inventory management: fewer SKUs to forecast and store.
• Reduced waste and freed-up capital: no more slow-moving stock.
• A better on-site experience for workers: with a fit that’s right from day one.

As Kym O’Leary from COgear & The HMZ Company explains:

“I’ve stood on site watching workers roll up pant legs or pay to get them altered. HMZ is our way of fixing that — properly.”

Why HMZ matters for Australian worksites?

For organisations focused on attracting and retaining an inclusive workforce, HMZ is more than a sizing solution, it’s a step toward equity and practicality. Workers shouldn’t have to compromise on comfort or safety because of sizing limitations. HMZ ensures everyone gets gear that fits, without added complexity or cost.

This is especially important in sectors like mining and construction, where uniform compliance and safety standards are non-negotiable. By reducing the need for alterations and simplifying procurement, HMZ helps businesses save time, reduce costs, and improve worker satisfaction.

Blackwoods and COgear: Your partner in progress.

At Blackwoods, we’re passionate about progress. That’s why we partner with innovative suppliers like COgear to bring practical, fit-for-purpose solutions to Australian worksites. Together, we help businesses simplify uniform management while supporting a safer, more inclusive workforce.

Explore HMZ and COgear solutions with Blackwoods today.

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