Safety shoes don't last forever.
Safety shoes don't last forever.
But what happens after that?
DTCH® X GAIA Circulair
Shoes are worn, they wear out, and at some point, they’re done.
But “done being used” doesn’t have to mean “ready for the trash.”
That’s why DTCH® is partnering with GAIA Circulair.
DTCH® X GAIA Circulair
From used work shoes to useful materials
GAIA Circulair focuses, among other things, on the collection and processing of work shoes and work clothing. Used products are collected and then sorted; after that, the company assesses which materials can be reused or further processed.
That’s a lot more concrete than simply saying something is “sustainable.”
How does it work?
Work shoes are worn
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worn-out shoes are collected
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GAIA Circulair sorts the materials
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they determine what can be reused
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materials are recycled whenever possible.
GAIA Circulair works with various business streams, including a “resource box” where organizations can centrally collect used work shoes.
This keeps things organized for employees and makes it possible to return larger material streams in an organized manner.
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Frequently asked questions about DTCH® safety sneakers
You won't find our sneaker-style work shoes in stores. Just order them online. Feel free to try them on, we make returns easy. As long as you haven't worn them, of course.
Our work shoes have the proper certifications. That means you can use them in any situation where you need safety shoes.
Check with your supervisor to find out exactly which certification you need.
It’s actually quite simple; there are different safety levels according to the official European standard EN ISO 20345:2011, but there are four that are really important for you: S1, S1P, S2, and S3. We explain the differences in this chart.
Check with your supervisor to find out exactly which certification you need.
Work shoes tend to run a little larger than your regular shoes. Therefore, order them one size smaller than you normally wear.
You can always return them, as long as you haven't worn them. Fill out the form provided or send an email to info@dtchshoes.com. Then you can simply mail them back using the return label. It's free.
DTCH® safety shoes are made without animal-derived materials; that’s better for animals, people, and the environment. Plus, they look just as good (and are just as strong) as real leather.
If you order the work sneakers today before 4:00 p.m., we'll deliver them to you tomorrow.
Below is a checklist with all the tips for maintaining your safety sneakers: https://dtchshoes.com/pages/onderhoudstips