Workwear for electricians: Trousers, jackets & equipment

• Work trousers with knee pad pockets that conform to EN 14404, featuring stretch panels and a well-designed pocket layout, form the basis of an electrician’s daily work.
• Jackets and bodywarmers complement the outfit depending on where you’re working: Softshell jackets for indoor use, weatherproof models for the building site.
• Multi-standard clothing with antistatic properties and arc flash protection – the specific equipment required is determined by the workplace risk assessment.
• VDE tools and electrical toolboxes – as well as workwear, Strauss also stocks tools and accessories specifically for electricians.
• Strauss offers workwear, equipment and, with its multi-standard protective clothing range, PPE for electricians, which includes, amongst other things, antistatic protection and arc flash protection. The PPE required for a specific task is determined by the workplace risk assessment.

Knee pad pockets that conform to EN 14404 are not just a nice-to-have feature Work trousers for electricians – anyone who kneels on screed, in cable ducts or on raised floors every day will quickly notice the difference. Equally important is the pocket layout: A ruler pocket, a mobile phone pocket, a side pocket for the measuring device and a zipped pocket for clamps and screws are all standard features.

Stretch inserts ensure freedom of movement when working overhead or in a deep squat. Polyamide reinforcements in the areas subject to the most wear and tear extend the trousers’ lifespan – which makes sense, as trousers are among the items that wear out the quickest in an electrician’s day-to-day work. For your initial purchase, we recommend a stock of 3 to 4 trousers to spread the wear and tear and increase their lifespan.

It is also crucial that the trousers fit well and are comfortable with every movement – even on long working days: At Strauss, work trousers for electricians are available in sizes from XS to 8XL – including ladies' and plus sizes.

For many electricians, the Bodywarmers make the perfect top: It allows full arm freedom when working overhead, offers additional pockets for tools and small items, and regulates the temperature in heated indoor spaces better than a jacket. When worn with a functional work shirt it is sufficient for the majority of indoor tasks.

A work jacket should be selected when wind, draughts or fluctuating temperatures are a factor. A lightweight softshell jacket transports moisture away and blocks the wind. For building sites and longer periods of outdoor work, a weatherproof jacket should be selected.

Many businesses do well with both: A bodywarmer as standard for indoors, a weather-proof jacket for weather protection outdoors. At Strauss, both styles are available in a wide range of sizes – including ladies' and plus sizes.

Electricians walk a lot, kneel frequently and stand on all sorts of surfaces – so cushioning, weight and fit are just as important when choosing footwear as the protection class. A shoe that starts to pinch after four hours isn’t something you’d wear in everyday life.

When it comes to the protection class, the selection depends on the substrate and the environment:

• S1P: Lightweight, with a toe cap and puncture protection – a comfortable choice for many indoor applications
• S3/S7: Water-repellent upper or waterproof thanks to membrane technology, closed heel area, treaded sole – select the more robust option for building sites and outdoor work

Metal free models have less weight and offer more flexible puncture protection – which is handy when you need to pass through security checkpoints. Insoles provide additional comfort during long working days.

Safety shoes with ESD properties are required when working in ESD zones and sensitive components need protection against electrostatic discharge. Important: This refers to product protection, not protection against electric shock.

As well as workwear, Strauss also stocks tools from Strauss and accessories specifically for electricians. VDE tools are checked and marked in accordance with DIN EN 60900 – this standard sets out the requirements for hand-held tools used for work on electrical installations. Screwdrivers, pliers, wire strippers and measuring instruments are all part of the standard selection.

Electrical toolboxes and tool bags keep your equipment organised and within easy reach – whether in a van, on a building site or when providing customer service. A well-organised toolbox from Strauss, such as the tool set Elektro Meister pro, saves time when searching for tools and protects delicate equipment from damage.

The STRAUSSbox system: is ideal for maximum flexibility and organisation in the vehicle and on site: The modular, stackable tool boxes are splash-proof and shock-resistant – ensuring that equipment remains neatly sorted, safely stowed away and can be quickly transported from A to B. The advantage of Strauss: Workwear and tools can be combined in a single order.

Where workplace requirements go beyond standard workwear, multi-standard clothing comes into play. With its e.s.vision multi-standard collection, Strauss offers clothing that combines several standards in a single garment – including antistatic properties conforming to EN 1149 and arc flash protection in accordance with IEC 61482. However, the exact requirements and standards must always be checked on a case-by-case basis. Information on determining the required level of protection can be found in DGUV-I 203-077.

Arc-flash protective clothing in accordance with IEC 61482 is designed to reduce burns and prevent the material from melting or continuing to burn. Test procedures, protection class and standard are stated on the label or in the product data sheet – this makes procurement and documentation during training sessions easier.

Important: The specific personal protective equipment required for a particular task is determined solely by the workplace risk assessment – this is the employer’s responsibility. ESD workwear and antistatic clothing: What is the difference? In everyday language, the terms are often used interchangeably – yet they serve different purposes.

ESD workwear (ESD = electrostatic discharge) is designed to ensure the controlled dissipation of electrostatic charges, so that sensitive components are not damaged by uncontrolled discharges. The aim is product protection, not personal protection. Antistatic workwear conforming to EN 1149 reduces the wearer’s electrostatic charge.

Strauss offers workwear for electrical fitters, electricians and electrical engineers, all in one place: From trousers, jackets and bodywarmers to shoes and tools. This saves time, as it eliminates the need to place individual orders with different suppliers – and it ensures that all parts are compatible with one another.

For the self-employed, small specialist firms of any size, and large companies, this means: 98% of items are in stock and can be delivered within 2–4 working days. Sizes ranging from XS to 8XL cater for all needs, so there’s no need spend time searching. And once you’ve found a collection that suits you, it can be re-ordered in the long term – Strauss keeps its collections in stock for many years.

Volume discounts apply even for small quantities. If you want to add your own designs or logos to workwear quickly and easily, use the CI Configurator MYDESIGN – there, you can design items online from as little as one piece, and they are finished to your specifications using Easytransfer or direct embroidery.

For specific requirements or a comprehensive consultation covering everything from logo design to final delivery, the Strauss logo service is on hand to offer personalised advice and additional finishing techniques such as screen printing, emblems or laser engraving.