Better Than Flannel Shirt

Flannel shirts were traditionally worn by outdoor workmen such as construction workers and lumberjacks and are usually made of a traditional dyed brawny flannel cloth. They are both rugged and heavyweight which is why they have remained the shirt of choice for cold weather outdoor activities. Nowadays they are part of everyday fashion.

The Better Than Flannel Shirt by FIVE ROCK® is everything you’ve come to love about your flannel shirts and more. The soft, care-free, 100% acrylic material will keep you dry and comfortable without the shrinkage and wrinkles flannel offers. The breathable material allows excess heat and moisture to escape so that you can work or play without interruption.

For work or a casual evening on the town, The Better Than Flannel is a great looking shirt and will quickly become the shirt you choose when you’re heading outdoors to work or play.

Available in Hunter Plaid and Baltic Blue

QC Supply’s WALL OF GLOVES!

Whether you’re working on a construction site, turning wrenches in the garage or hunting in the great outdoors we all use our hands to get things done. For many of us our hands are our livelihoods. We use them every day to hammer nails, run equipment, put down irrigation pipe, change the oil in our vehicles or to simply help our kids build a snowman.

At QC Supply, we know your hands can take a beating and that’s why we stock gloves for almost every occasion. We carry welding gloves, nitrile rubber gloves, chemical PVC gloves, mechanics gloves, mittens, PVC dot string gloves, disposable gloves, leather work gloves, fingerless gloves and insulated cold weather gloves, just to name a few. Gloves play an important role in our lives, from protecting our hands from abrasive and corrosive materials to keeping our fingers warm when the temperature outside starts to dip.

Check out our glove section and if there is a type or style of glove you need and you do not see it in our catalog or on our website, just give us a call and we’ll do whatever it takes to get it for you. At QC Supply, we are continually updating and adding to our Wall of Gloves, so let us give your hands a helping hand.

FIVE ROCK® Insulated Work Wear, Tough, Durable, Affordable

QC Supply developed the FIVE ROCK® Work Apparel line exclusively for our customers. We know that work wear doesn’t need to be expensive, it needs to be durable. FIVE ROCK® has all the features you find in more expensive work wear but at affordable prices. Designed with you in mind and tested in the field by some of the hardest working people on the planet…our customers.

• Designed for maximum mobility and comfort.
• Roomy and convenient pockets for easy access.
• Beefy zippers that are made to last.
• Durable fabrics to withstand tough working environments.
• Heavy-Duty thread with stitching reinforced where you need it.
• Zip to Hip for quick easy on & off.

FIVE ROCK® Brand Insulated Coveralls, Bibs, Coats and Jackets.

The Right Product, the Right Design and the Right Price

Keep Your Entry Way Organized with the new Boot Tray from QC Supply

Winter is right around the corner.  It’s time to get out the snow blower, snow shovel and snow boots.  It’s also time for snowmen, snow angels and sleigh rides.  The big question is “What do we do with our wet, snowy and sometimes muddy boots when we come back indoors?

QC Supply has the answer.  The stylish, heavy-duty Boot Tray is the perfect place to put your wet or dirty boots.   It has a sleek design with raised ridges in the center to keep your boots from sitting in the water and dirt.  It also has an outer rim to keep the melting snow contained within the tray and not on your floor.   This rim also makes it very easy to pick up and move for cleaning.  Just hose it down and it’s good as new.  It's large, 17” x 27” size is big enough to accommodate several pairs of boots at one time and it will keep the floor of your entry way clean and organized. 

The Boot Tray can also be used for a variety of other purposes.  It makes a great place to keep your pet bowls so water and pet food stays contained.  You can place it outside your back door as a place to put your work boots all year round.  Place it  under your car to prevent stains on your garage floor or use it in the greenhouse to help keep your garden tools organized.

Reliable Performance You Can Depend On For Years To Come

QC Supply stocks many sizes and brands of heaters for every application and fuel type.  From L.B. White, Modine, Q-Mark, Comfort Glow, Roberts Gordon and Mr Heater.  Heaters for the construction site, livestock handling or your personal garage and shop, QC Supply will help keep you warm in any environment.

For those times when gas may not be available or convenient, the L.B.White Tradesman K kerosene heaters offer the ultimate in efficient, portable heat.  From brick and block laying to concrete freeze protection and worker comfort the Tradesman gets the job done. 

QC Supply carries a variety of sizes of the L.B. White Tradesman K Heaters and they arrive ready to use and are very easy to operate.  All the Tradesman heaters feature spark ignition for sure starts as well as thermostatic control for automatic operation and consistent temperature management.  They also feature smooth rolling wheels and convenient dual powder coated wrap around handles for easy portability.

For years of tough, heavy construction use, the LB White Tradesman K 170,000 btu Kerosene heater will heat up to 3,000 sq ft and will run up to 10 hours on a 13 gallon tank of fuel. This heater arrives ready to use and features durable components with a extra sturdy design, continuos ignition with an overheat safety shut off, fuel and pump pressure gauges, illuminated on/off switch, oversized pneumatic tires as well as a drain plug, electric plug and cord caddy. 

170,000 btu specifications:

• Btu/h Rating: Maximum Input - 170,000
• Heated Air Output (CFM): 600
• Pump Pressure (PSI): 6.5
• Fuel Consumption: 1.3 (Gal/Hr) - Kerosene or #1 or #2 Fuel Oil
• Tank Capacity: 13 Gallons
• Operating Time: 10 Hours
• Ignition Type: Direct Spark
• Electrical Supply: 120 V x 60 Hz x 1 Ph
• Amps: 3.2 (Continuous Operation)
• Motor Horsepower: 1/4
• Case Material: Baked Enamel
• Brand: LB White
• Dimensions: 43.5"L x 23.9"W x 26.6"H
• Manufacturer Part #: K170
• CSA US & Canada Certification

Other sizes are available through QC Supply.  The LB White Tradesman K heaters offer reliable perfomance you can depend on for years to come.

RODENT CONTROL PROGRAMS from QC Supply

Rodents can cause many problems, including the spread of disease, damage to buildings and equipment and contamination of your food or feed products. The physical damage caused to buildings is easy to see, but disease caused by these rodents has a much larger economic impact.

QC Supply offers a full arsenal of products and supplies to use against these pests. Motomco, Agrid 3, Di-Kill, Ramik, Havoc and Liphatech Rodenticides, Bait Stations and Traps along with a knowledge of how to eliminate these pest will all play an important role in your Rodent Control Program. Give our experts a call at 1-800-433-6340 or visit us online. We will be happy to assist you and lead you on your way towards taking care of your rodent problem.

How do you know you have a rodent problem? Some of the signs to look for will include rodent runways or paths in and around your buildings, along with droppings and rodent burrows. You may also see holes in ceilings and walls or shredded paper and insulation.

How do you know the extent of your rodent problem? To get a good idea of the extent, you will need to find the spot where your rodent problem is most evident. Rodents are most active right after dark, so quietly observe and count the number of rodents you see during a specific time period (thirty to sixty minutes should suffice). This will give you an idea of the number of rodents you have. After you have begun your Rodent Control Program, take a monthly census at the same time of day and length of time to help estimate the effectiveness of your program.

Where do you put your Bait Stations? Bait placement is important to your overall Rodent Control Program because rodents will travel along well established paths between their nests and food supplies. They will not go out of their way unless they are forced to do so. Make sure your bait stations, rodenticides and traps are placed along these areas. An excellent rodenticide, improperly placed will not be as effective as a lesser quality rodenticide which is located properly. Location, location, location.

Will rodents eat any Rodenticide Bait? It is important to note that many rodenticides show good efficacy in laboratory conditions but do not perform very well in the real world. In the real world, the bait must compete with the rodents other food sources, such as grain, corn or livestock feed. A more palatable rodenticide will be accepted by the rodents and will lead to higher efficacy for your rodent control program.

For assistance in implementing your Rodent Control Program, give the experts at QC Supply a call today at 1-800-433-6340. We can help you assess the extent of your problem and give you our recommendation on products to use to effectively reduce your rodent population and decrease the risks associated with these pests.

Dress In Layers with QC Supply and SAVE 10%!

When I was a kid, my mom would always dress us in layers. We’d be sent outside with Long Johns, flannel shirts, dickies (if you remember those fake turtle necks), sweaters, snow suits, mittens, thick wool socks, snowboots, stocking caps and the ever popular, insulated, water repellent parka coats with a drawstring hood and the fake animal fur around the hood opening. I’m sure we may have looked a little like the kid on A Christmas Story.

That was years ago and you know what? Mom was right.

Dress In Layers, has become the universal battle cry to fight the cold and QC Supply has answered that call with their new Heat and Moisture Management System. When you dress in layers you generally have three different layers on your body and each layer has its own purpose. There is the base layer, middle layer and outer shell layer. Adding Layers or Peeling Them Off is as easy as 1, 2, 3 with QC's new system. Unique clothing items have been designed to fit into each of these layer categories and are being offered through QC Supply.

1. 1. The Base Layer is the first layer and closest to your body. Its purpose is to help keep you warm, but more importantly to keep you dry. This clothing layer should be designed to wick moisture away from your body. The breathable, polyester Sweatbuster Tee is ideal for this layer and will eliminate the heaviest sweat, keeping you cool and dry.
2. 2. The Middle Layer is designed to insulate your body. This clothing layer should keep warm air in close to your body, yet allow it to circulate so you don’t get too warm during levels of high activity. Of the three different layers, this one will vary the most depending on the persons activity level, combined with their level of fitness. Wind, sunlight and outside temperature will also factor into how much insulation the person will need in the middle layer. The Better Than Flannel Shirt or the Better Than Fleece Pullover by FIVE ROCK® are perfect for this middle layer. If the mercury really takes a dip, you can add them both to your layering strategy for extra warmth and comfort.
3. 3. The Outer Layer or Shell is designed as a water repellent and windbreaker. This layer's job is to keep you dry and to shield your body against penetrating winds. This shell should be breathable, to help get rid of any moisture you generate through sweat yet tough enough to keep out the elements. The FirstChoice, nylon oxford jacket from FIVE ROCK® is the answer to your outer layer. This waterproof, breathable, ultra tough jacket will shield you from the rain, muck and wind.

So whether you are working hard or enjoying the great outdoors. Raking the leaves or hiking on the trails. Don’t let the cold spoil your day. When you take advantage of QC Supply's Heat and Moisture Management System, you can still get out there and do the things you want to do, even when the temperature really takes a dip. Remember to wick moisture away, insulate and protect.

Your mom would be proud of you.

For some a garage is strictly a place to park a car. To others it provides space for do-it-yourself projects, hobbies and a place to get away. Unfortunately, most people only take advantage of their garage space during warm weather. They operate under the incorrect assumption that a heated garage was a luxury they couldn't afford? You might be surprised how affordable a heater for your garage can be.

What you are planning to do in your garage? Is it just a nice place to putter on a Sunday afternoon? Are you a car buff who likes to work on cars all winter? Maybe you like to refinish furniture. Some people use their garage as a mini-gym with cardio equipment and weights. Whatever the activity, garages are a great place to spread out.

There are several other advantages to having a heated garage. If you have a garage that's attached to your house the rooms adjacent to the heated garage will be warmer. Ice and snow that builds up on your car during the winter will melt off in a heated garage. Since this ice and snow can carry street chemicals and salts, ridding the vehicle of these chemicals will extend the life of your vehicle's finish and undercarriage.

Heating your garage does not have to be expensive. Let's look at some options. Garage heaters fall into several categories:

• Propane Heaters
• Natural Gas Heaters
• Electric Heaters
• Vent-Free Heaters
• Infrared Heaters

Obviously, the choice of which type of heater you'll choose depends on the fuel that's available. If you live in a house with natural gas heat, a natural gas garage heater might be a great choice for you. If your home is heated with electrical heat, it probably would make sense to purchase an electric or infrared heater.

There are three costs to think about before choosing your garage heater. The first is the cost of the heating unit, the second is the cost of installation and finally, the third is the ongoing utility costs of the unit.

While none of the heating units mentioned above are too expensive, infrared heaters are usually inexpensive when compared to some of the other choices. Of course infrared heaters heat a smaller area than some of your other options. Propane, natural gas and electric heaters are all comparably priced, however costs in installation can vary.

Installation costs depend on the type of unit you select. Some propane and natural gas units will require venting which will add to the cost of your installation. Of course you will have to run your fuel source to the location of the heating unit.

Placing your heater in the correct spot is very important. You want the heater up and out of the way. This gives you more room in your garage and also prevents items from being moved in front of the heater and causing a fire. You want the heater towards the back of the garage to insure good circulation of heat after the garage door is opened and closed. The best location is in the back of the garage suspended from the ceiling or wall. Be sure to allow an adequate amount of space around the heater for good cooling and ventilation of the unit.

We recommend a thermostat for your garage heater. This allows you to control the amount of heat and energy you're using and also allows you to lower the temperature significantly when you're not going to be using the garage area. Most heaters offered by QC Supply either come with a thermostat included or as an option. For ideal heating it's best to place the thermostat well away from the heating unit. This will insure the entire garage area is receiving adequate warmth.

Utility costs for the units vary considerably. Electricity for electric and infrared heaters usually costs more than either propane or natural gas. If you plan on keeping your garage warm all winter, this is obviously an important consideration.

Purchasing the correct size of garage heater is very important. Proper size can depend on several variables. Total square footage, height of your ceilings, insulation and whether your garage is attached to your home are all factors to consider when sizing your heating unit.

Here's a quick example of the types of numbers we're talking about. Say you have a one car garage (approximately 450 square feet) with eight foot ceilings and good insulation in both the ceiling and walls. You'd like to keep the garage at least 50 degrees on a zero degree day. If you were purchasing an electric heater you'd need one with about 14,000 BTUs and about 3,660 watts.

When purchasing a heating unit, some make the mistake of thinking bigger is always better. If you purchase too big of a heating unit for your garage you will simply reduce the efficiency and waste energy. The heating unit will cycle on, blow a large amount of warm air in a short amount of time and shut down. It will never reach its optimal efficiency if it only runs for a short time.

Here at QC Supply, we strongly recommend you call one of our heating experts when you begin shopping for your garage heater. We can help you determine the correct type and size of unit for your garage space as well as answer the many questions that will come up.

When you bought your home you paid for every square foot. Why not get the use of this square footage during every season of the year. Heating your garage is a wise investment!

Medicator Rx

A NEW Solution to Clean and Help Extend the Life of your Medicator

Medicator Rx is a water soluble concentrate, with Aqua Lube, that is designed specifically for maintaining and cleaning medicators in swine barns and poultry houses.

It removes:

• Rust
• Bio-deposits
• Calcifications

Medicator Rx solution also lubricates your medicator’s interior seals and all moving components as it cleans.

Medicator Rx can be used in two different ways, cleaning in-line and deep cleaning.

• For in-line cleaning, between medicating and vaccinating cycles, mix one packet into 16 ounces of water, turn water on to inject Medicator Rx solution into the medicator and let it sit overnight*.

• For deep cleaning, without scrubbing, disassemble the medicator and simply soak the parts in the Medicator Rx solution for 12 – 24 hours*. You will be amazed with the results!

Medicator Rx is recommended to use when performing maintenance or repairs. One packet will clean one medicator.

*Follow directions on packet.

Submitted by Guest Blogger: Pamela Freeman, Marketing Manager, Dosatron International