Working Concepts

Gresham,  OR 
United States
http://www.softknees.com
  • Booth: 3951


We design and mfg ergo knee protection and standing mats.

It has now been nearly 25 years since Working Concepts, Inc. was founded. Since then, we have headed down the road of producing sensible, high quality ergonomic solutions for workers who must kneel or stand. We are a small, but growing,  company that focuses on product development, fulfillment and marketing. Most of our production is done here in Oregon.  We hope there is a product or two that fits your needs.  Rest assured we work hard to build quality and value into our products.  Our Softknees No-strap Knee Pads fit into double knee work wear providing fulltime knee protection.  Our Ergokneel Handy Mats provide a full inch of kneeling protection for those not wearing a double-knee pant.  And for workers on production lines, or at standing workstations, our Extreme Standing Mats allow workers to stand for hours without pain in thier back, legs, and feet.  

As there are many different work environments, it can be difficult for our standard products to cover all these unique situations.  If you have a safety need that is not clearly addressed with one of our standard products, please contact us and we will do our best to find a solution. 

Brands: SoftKnees® ergoKneel® Extreme Standing®


 Products

  • SoftKnees® No-Strap Knee Pads
    SoftKnees® item# 1010
    SoftKnees® XL item# 1010XL...

  • SOFTKNEES® (#1010)

    Workers who wear double-knee workwear and frequently kneel for short periods need SoftKnees. No heavy, cumbersome, strap-on knee pad, SoftKnees are molded from the same durable, hypoallergenic, and lightweight material often used to make prosthetics. They’re ideal for those who work in electrical, welding, plumbing, construction, painting, and service industries.

    SoftKnees are barely noticeable when standing and walking. To install, simply roll the flexible material into a tube shape and insert into the base of the knee opening in your double-knee workwear. You can even keep SoftKnees in place when you wash your workwear.

    • Standard size: 6×9 in.
    • Built of strong, flexible, and hypoallergenic material
    • Protects knees from hard surfaces
    • Waterproof moisture barrier
    • Insulates from cold 
    • Installs easily into double-knee garments
    • Stays in place
    • May be left in double-knee garment for laundering
    • Reduces garment fabric damage

    SOFTKNEES® XL (#1010XL)

    You asked for SoftKnees that were long enough to protect your knees and shins. SoftKnees XL Knee Pads offer all the lightweight comfort and durable protection of the original yet are four inches longer to double as shin pads. 

    SoftKnees are barely noticeable when standing and walking. For easy installation in your double-knee workwear, simply roll the flexible material into a tight tube shape and insert into the base of the knee opening in your double-knee workwear. For added convenience, keep your XL SoftKnees in place when you wash your workwear.

    • XL size: 6×13 in.
    • Built of strong, flexible, and hypoallergenic material
    • Cushioned stabilization on ladders
    • Protects knees and shins from hard surfaces
    • Waterproof moisture barrier
    • Insulates from cold 
    • Installs easily into double-knee garments
    • Stays in place
    • May be left in double-knee garment for laundering
    • Reduces garment fabric damage
  • ErgoKneel® Handy Mats
    ergoKneel® Pocket Kneeler (4" x 6") 6 pack item# 5000
    ergoKneel® Pocket Kneeler w/ Lanyard (4" x 6") item# 5000LAN
    ergoKneel® Handy Mat I (8' x 16") item# 5040
    ergoKneel® Handy Mat II (14" x 21') item# 5050
    ergoKneel® Body Mat (17" x 41") item# 5080...

  • ErgoKneel® Handy Mat

    ErgoKneel Handy Mats save knees. These one-inch thick mats make it comfortable to kneel on cold hard steel, concrete, grating, gravel, and more. ErgoKneel Handy Mats are ideal for tire stores, utility workers, petroleum production facilities, telecommunication workers, manufacturers, and even for home use. 

    Designed for severe kneeling conditions, using the ErgoKneel Handy Mat will reduce knee trauma and low back stress by providing a pain-free way to kneel, which increases productivity. Offering ErgoKneel mats shows that you care about your workers.

    • Made of 1” thick, heavy-duty closed-cell foam rubber
    • Will not compression set
    • Will not absorb liquids
    • Impervious to petroleum products
    • Self extinguishing
    • Silicone-free
    • Built-in handle so it’s easy to carry and hangs to store

    SIZES

    • Body Mat – Item #5080 – 41” x 17”
    • Large Handy Mat – Item #5050 – 14” x 21″ 
    • Small Handy Mat – Item #5040 – 8″ x 16″ 
    • Pocket Kneeler – Item #5000 – 4″ x 6″ (6-pack)
    • Pocket Kneeler – Item #5000LAN – 4″ x 6″ with Lanyard
  • Extreme Standing Mats®
    Extreme Standing Mat (14"x 21") item# 5010
    Extreme Standing Mat (16" x 28") item# 5020
    Extreme Standing Mat (18" x 36" item# 5030
    Extreme Standing Mat (2' x 3') item# 5032
    Extreme Standing Mat (3' x 5') item# 5035
    Extreme Standing Mat (3' x 7') item# 5070...

  • Extreme Standing Mat

    This is the ultimate shock absorber for extreme standing or kneeling. Extreme Standing Mats are made of one-inch thick closed cell foam rubber. They eliminate high frequency vibrations and keep the body in gentle motion to improve circulation and joint lubrication. 

    Designed for fixed workstations, using the Extreme Standing Mat will reduce knee trauma and low back stress. Your workers will appreciate standing or kneeling on these mats.

    • Made of 1” thick, heavy-duty closed cell foam rubber
    • Yellow safety caution bars alert 1” height
    • Will not compression set
    • Will not absorb liquids
    • Impervious to petroleum products
    • Self-extinguishing
    • Silicone-free

    SIZES

    • Item #5010 – 14″ x 21″
    • Item #5020 – 16″ x 28″ 
    • Item #5030 – 18″ x 36″ 
    • Item #5032 –   3′ x 2′ 
    • Item #5035 –   3′ x 5′ 
    • Item #5070 –   3′ x 7′
  • Pak•A•Ladder®
    Pak•A•Ladder® item# 7001...

  • Pak-A-Ladder

    The Pak-A-Ladder is a simple design that offers ergonomic comfort for service workers who use ladders. To use, just tuck the Pak-A-Ladder into the channel of your ladder and carry it on your shoulder with ease. It’s made of closed cell foam rubber and compresses to fit most step ladders.

    Who needs a Pak-A-Ladder? Cable installers, telephone repair, gas and power company service people, HVAC workers, roofers, electricians, painters, and anyone else who uses a ladder frequently.

    • Crafted of closed cell foam rubber 
    • Impervious to liquids
    • Compresses to fit most step ladders
    • Fits under step to carry vertically
    • Simple installation, no screws or glue needed
    • Withstands UV and high temperatures
  • Stop•A•Ladder®
    Stop•A•Ladder® item# 7002...

  • Stop-A-Ladder

    Ladder falls are the second leading cause of work-related injuries. The Stop-A-Ladder is a simple solution to make roofers, painters, and other service workers safer. This handy tool keeps extension ladders from slipping on slick surfaces such as composite decking.

    Stop-A-Ladders weigh only six pounds and attach to the bottom ladder rung. Its foam construction creates tiny suction cups that grip smooth surfaces, even when wet. An adjustable strap makes it easy to move the ladder along a wall.

    • Keeps extension ladders from slipping on slick surfaces such as composite decking
    • Unique design of foam creates tiny suction cups that grip the surface, even when wet
    • Light weight for easy use, weighs only 6 pounds
    • Works on smooth surfaces, plastic, wood, concrete, etc., even when wet
    • Prevents marring and scratches to deck caused by ladder feet
    • Attaches to the bottom ladder rung, with adjustable strap, for easy movement of ladder along wall
    • Fits most extension ladders, up to 21” wide
    • Replaceable self-adhesive foam pad