Ruff Supplied: Sustainable Comfort for Hard Hat Wearers

Ruff Supplied is transforming workplace comfort and sustainability with its durable, reusable sweatbands, helping industries cut waste, reduce costs, and enhance worker well-being. By replacing disposable alternatives, the company delivers a practical solution that achieves a 97% reduction in sweatband waste across mining, construction, and other resource sectors.

Disposable sweatbands generate significant waste—an average mine site workforce of 200 produces 14,400 discarded sweatbands annually. Ruff Supplied’s reusable solution reduces this to just 400 units per year, demonstrating that small, innovative changes can create a major environmental impact.

Designed for harsh working conditions, Ruff Supplied sweatbands are highly breathable, hypoallergenic, and sweat-wicking, keeping workers comfortable and focused. They are gentle on hair, reduce scalp irritation, and have a lifespan exceeding 12 months, making them both sustainable and cost-effective.

Founded by Josephine Breede, whose firsthand experience in the mining industry inspired the product, Ruff Supplied reflects deep industry insight. Josephine spent four years refining a solution that prioritises worker comfort while promoting environmental responsibility.

Ruff Supplied partners with local Australian manufacturers to ensure high ethical and quality standards, combining performance, sustainability, and innovation. Since launching in 2023, the company has grown rapidly, expanding its impact globally while maintaining a strong commitment to eco-conscious practices.

By eliminating disposable sweatbands, Ruff Supplied is helping industries adopt practical sustainability solutions, improve workplace conditions, and demonstrate that innovation and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.