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Letter from the CEO – April 2026

Letter from the CEO – April 2026

I still remember our small company operating out of tight quarters at a rented facility on South Lewis Street in New Iberia.  Back then, we had big dreams of selling to customers across Louisiana.  We sure have come a long way.  Last year, we shipped to customers in...

Your New Distributor of MSA Safety Gear

Your New Distributor of MSA Safety Gear

In keeping with our constant goal of expanding our product offerings, Action Specialties is pleased to announce another partnership with a magnificent brand: we are now an official distributor of MSA Safety Gear. When it comes to making trusted equipment that keeps...

Letter from the CEO – April 2026

Letter from the CEO – March 2026

Over the years we have ramped up our product and service offerings to align with our customers’ safety programs.  Every industrial business has workers that require some type of PPE.  Many of those workers also wear high visibility clothing.  We ensure that we provide...

Now Offering The Full Line of Red Wing Boots

Now Offering The Full Line of Red Wing Boots

Get booted up with some of the best professional footwear on the market—Action Specialties is now offering the full line of Red Wing boots. It’s no secret that productivity and comfort on the job starts from the feet up. The importance of supportive, durable, and...

Letter from the CEO – April 2026

Letter from the CEO – February 2026

Our business has been built on a simple motto, “We can do that”.  Over the years, our customers have requested products or services that, at the time, we didn’t offer.  However, we always wanted to try to help our customers, so we chose to explore ways to get them...

Letter from the CEO – April 2026

Letter from the CEO – January 2026

We just celebrated being in business 31 years.  Add that to my 20 years in the sporting goods business and I’ve been at it for over a half century.  I still love what I do and the team at Action is stronger than ever.  We have some great things planned for this year...

New Year, New Industrial Workwear Apparel

New Year, New Industrial Workwear Apparel

A new year is a smart time to reassess your company’s industrial workwear and make sure it’s keeping up with the demands of the job. The right apparel does more than protect against workplace hazards. It helps your team stay comfortable, work efficiently, and present...

Letter from the CEO – April 2026

Letter from the CEO – December 2025

This is a wonderful time of year to reflect on all the good things that are happening.  We are so fortunate to have great customers and suppliers that trust us to protect and enhance their brand.  We take this responsibility seriously and strive to live up to your...

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