Petzl products Update: Warning regarding the presence of counterfeit versions

Counterfeit Petzl products are not a new phenomenon. Over the years, Petzl has discovered counterfeits or copies of several of its products: – counterfeit headlamps with the Petzl products logo, including headlamps from the TIKKA and MYO lines – counterfeit … Continue reading

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Safety Equipment and The importance of Job Safety Analysis

Before developing a Job Safety Analysis plan it is essential to understand the value of a JSA. The success of a JSA is dependent on the knowledge of those performing it and their attitude and commitment to it. It is … Continue reading

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A typical OSHA inspection

It really isn’t as horrible as it sounds. Almost daily we hear of OSHA levying large fines against one construction company after another.  It seems almost endless.  Thousands of dollars are being collected.  With the budget crunch, OSHA went to … Continue reading

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How to pick good Tower Safety Equipment?

One of the most dangerous and the toughest jobs these days belong to the people that are actually servicing any kind of electrical or communication towers. Due to the demand of our time, we need these towers for all our … Continue reading

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The Importance of Device Specific Training and Documentation

My name is John Paul Jones and I am the Vice President of training for  Safety LMSystems. Based in San Antonio, TX, Safety LMSystems offers advanced training for the Telecommunications Tower and Wind energy industries. I have been in the … Continue reading

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Come See Us at the Home Show!

Midwest Unlimited will have a booth set up at the Nebraska Builders Home & Garden Show.  February 9-12th at the Lancaster Even Center, Lincoln, NE.  Stop out and see us!   Tweet

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NOW IN STOCK! Bubba Rope® – The Best Vehicle Recovery Ropes Ever!

We now carry Bubba Rope “More than just a good ol’ mudder’s rope!”.  Available in four sizes and many colors.  http://www.midwestunlimited.com/brands/Bubba-Rope.html Tweet

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Happy Holidays from Midwest Unlimited!!!

Midwest Unlimited will be CLOSED Monday, December 26th and Monday, January 2nd in observance of the Christmas and New Year’s holidays.  These hours apply to both our showroom and telephone customer service hours, however, you can always place your order … Continue reading

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Our New Showroom

We are getting settled into our new showroom at 1750 West O Street featuring new products and more in stock inventory every week.  Stop in and see us! Tweet

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Climber’s Harness Kit – SPECIAL BUY!

Here is a basic starter climber kit for those hiring new employees or looking to replace equipment for existing employees. The kit includes the most popular items we sell: DBI Exofit NEX Tower harness, Elk River twin leg energy absorbing lanyard, Petzl … Continue reading

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