Acme United Introduces Revolutionary First Aid Cabinet at NSC Congress & Expo

The 2024 NSC Safety Congress & Expo, hosted by the National Safety Council, took place at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. Known as the world’s largest annual gathering of safety professionals, this year’s NSC Safety Congress & Expo once again experienced an uptick in attendance with more than 12,600 safety, health and environmental professionals and distributors. That was an impressive 14% increase in attendees from 2023, which marked the third-straight year of double-digit growth and the largest attendance post-COVID.

Those attending represented the U.S., Canada and 70 other countries. Additionally, NSC welcomed more than 1,000 exhibitors to 213,400 net square feet of exhibit space, a 25% increase in participation and a 17% increase in net square footage.

One of the attending companies was Acme United Corp. (US: ACU – $41.97). The NSC Congress & Expo is Acme’s biggest marketing event of the year in the first aid category. As such, it gives a good indication of the outlook for the industry and Acme’s first aid and safety brands.

The show was a true success for the Company with lots of exciting meetings. It had a large booth, which was packed with the latest products from the First Aid Only (FAO), Med-Nap, Elite First Aid, etc. These brands are trusted providers of cost effective first aid solutions for individuals and businesses in every industry. They offer a full line of first aid kits, cabinets and stations, Emergency Response Care, individual first aid products, Spill Clean Up kits, CPR care and much more.

The star at Acme’s booth was the latest generation of SmartCompliance first aid cabinets. What makes these cabinets so special is that they have patented automatic replenishment capabilities, which monitor real-time consumption of the components and permit automatic ordering of refills.

These first aid units not only facilitate compliance with OSHA, ANSI, and other regulations, but also remove the hassle of manually checking the expiration and quantity of components. Truly unique in the industry, which was recognized by distributors and end-users.

In addition, FAO also highlighted its SmartCompliance Mobile cabinets. Designed specifically for transportation and fleet vehicles, these first aid kits meets ANSI A 2021 to provide people on the road peace of mind and compliance with safety regulations. Ideal for drivers who need quick, reliable access to first aid essentials in case of a roadside emergency.

Conclusion

For more than 110 years, professionals have turned to this safety event for industry-leading technology, education and networking opportunities to stay at the forefront of the industry. Exhibiting companies this year showcased a wide variety of products, including safety tools, technology and personal protective equipment.

“It’s clear by this year’s NSC Safety Congress & Expo attendance that the focus has never been greater on solving the safety challenges of today and tomorrow,” said Lorraine Martin, NSC president and CEO.

And that is exactly what First Aid Only again did at this year’s event. Acme’s booth at the NSC show attracted lots of quality traffic, such as safety managers, distributors, and buyers from major customers. A clear indication that first aid will continue to be a solid contributor to Acme United’s success. Smallcaps Recommendation: BUY.

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