Emma Björk, age 41

Commercial Manager, Infranord AB, Sweden

After more than 10 years as a site manager for Infranord there is little Emma does not know about the company, but she still feels she learns something new every day. Today, she works as commercial manager and is very aware of safety and how important it is to Infranord.

Infranord aims to have the highest safety standards in the industry. It is essential that every employee has the right personal protective equipment so that they can work safely. In the case of safety workwear it is important that every layer is flame retardant – from underwear to outer garments. The clothing must be comfortable to work in and give technicians the best features to carry out their work.

One aspect that Infranord prioritises is that there should be workwear to fit all sizes – for men and women.

“Our technicians have warmly welcomed the new stretch trousers as they make the clothing even more comfortable and make their work easier,” says Emma.

In today’s labour market, more and more women are applying for jobs in work places that were previously male-dominated. This trend is also reflected at Infranord.

“The construction industry is an exciting field where there is always something happening, and it’s rewarding to be involved in it and contribute to society. It’s great to see more women joining us at every level, from technicians to managers and specialists,” says Emma.

To support this trend and provide better opportunities for women in the industry, Tranemo has taken a big step by creating flame retardant clothing for women and in recent years has invested heavily in adapting workwear for different needs, which is appreciated by customers.

“Clothing should not be a limiting factor for working with us, so it is really important that workwear is also tailored for women,” concludes Emma.