Keson Donates More Marking Chalk for U.S. Service Members in AfghanistanFor the second time in less than a year, tool maker Keson Industries has donated more than 1,000 pounds of its construction-grade marking chalk to U.S. service members in Afghanistan who will use it for marking improvised explosive devices (IEDs).
By: Keson Industries The use of IEDs in Afghanistan have reportedly increased by 400 percent since 2007, and IEDs are responsible for 64 percent of all coalition forces casualties in Iraq through 2011. “When we heard that our chalk was working much better than the talcum powder to mark IED locations, and that it was holding up to the elements more effectively, we were glad to offer another donation through TroopsDirect,” Keson again donated about 1,300 pounds of its Glo Orange Pro-Chalk, this time in 2lb bottles. Troops are again using the donation for marking and identifying IED lanes by temporarily discoloring IED locations with marking chalk, then allowing troops and local residents to pass IEDs safely. The chalk was shipped from Keson’s Aurora headquarters to California at the end of December, courtesy of Roadrunner Transportation Services, and has already reached U.S. troops in Afghanistan. This donation is serving a respective battalion of 1,000 service members on the front lines of Afghanistan. “Keson’s donation of colored chalk means that our troops are now able to prevent serious injury and save lives of fellow service members and residents throughout Afghanistan,” About Keson Industries Keson Industries is a leading maker of measuring tools and devices. Since 1968, Keson has proudly served professionals in a wide array of industries, including construction, land surveying, paving, civil engineering, carpentry, roofing, irrigation, landscaping, traffic safety, athletic, appraisal/estimating, maintenance, golf course design, mining and blasting, and property insurance. Keson products are made for people who are passionate about their work and getting it done right. For more information, go to http://www.keson.com. # # # We specialize in helping companies engage their prospects by communicating in a valuable way. Our clients rely on us to add value to their marketing efforts. These companies are concerned about measurable results and alignment with strategic objectives. Photo: https://www.prlog.org/ End
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