Functional compression wear
for women working at construction sites
Craftswoman DARWING Komachi

One factor that puts a strain on women working at construction sites is "physical strength". Some women feel uneasy about their physical strength, and some say that it is difficult to balance their private life with their work because of the heavy physical burden. Craftswoman DARWING Komachi is a functional underwear for women "who want to continue to enjoy their work", based on the needs of the construction site and the opinions of women.

Jointly developed products by Takenaka and Daiya

Message from Takenaka Corporation

Daiya Industry is a company with a track record, trust, and a strong desire to develop new products, in addition to the technology and know-how to support the body that we general contractors do not know. By partnering with a company from a different industry, we were able to combine our know-how and create unprecedented wear. The construction industry is facing an increasing shortage of construction workers. We need to make the construction industry more attractive, attract as many people as possible to join the industry, and reduce the number of people who leave the industry as much as possible. I hope this product will serve as a starting point for creating an attractive construction industry.

What do women find hard about working at construction sites?

・A lot of heavy lifting, which puts a lot of strain on the back and shoulders.
・Shoulder pain when carrying materials
・Pain when kneeling on the floor.
・Strain on both legs from climbing stairs, walking for a long time, and standing.
(2014/10　Survey by Takenaka Corporation, October 2014)

Two types to choose from according to your burden.

Two types specialized for "shoulders" and "waist," provide intensive support for the areas of concern. The stretchy fabric provides firm support for the shoulders and waist.

Lower Back Support

Supports the lower back with a back brace function.

Tightens from the back of the thigh to the abdomen to stabilize the pelvis, leading to correct posture and stabilizing the lower back. The strength of the compression can be adjusted with hook and loop fasteners.

Compression function to support the legs

The belt part wrapped around the waist approaches the back of the thighs to support swinging a leg when walking in order to make walking easier. It also makes it easier to walk up and down stairs. The compression function tightens the calf appropriately, so it is recommended for jobs that require a lot of standing. * The lower part of the body is the same for both types.