When it comes to workwear, the only real test is how it performs on site. That’s why we teamed up with Insight Control for the latest episode of our Smoko Series. Putting Jetpilot Workwear through a full day of real-world use in the field.
Insight Control’s team works across building automation, electrical systems, mechanical services, and control installations. That means long days, tight spaces, ladders, tools, dust, and constant movement. Exactly the kind of environment that exposes whether workwear actually holds up or not.
Why We Test Our Workwear in Real Job Conditions
The Smoko Series isn’t about studio shoots or staged photos. It’s about seeing how workwear performs where it matters. That is on active job sites, with real trades doing real work.
Insight Control’s day-to-day work includes:
- Building management and automation systems
- Electrical and control system installations
- Mechanical services and commissioning
- Ongoing servicing and maintenance across commercial sites
In other words: plenty of bending, climbing, lifting, crawling, and long hours on your feet.
Comfort That Lasts All Day
Workwear needs to move with you, not fight you. The Insight Control team took our gear over the course of a few months and put it to the test. Whether that was on a hot roof, in a control room, the warehouse or the office, Jetpilot Workwear was put to the test.
Built for Real Wear and Tear
Between tools, concrete, metal edges, and constant movement, workwear gets punished fast. The Jet-Lite Pants and Short held their shape, didn’t sag out at the knees, and didn’t feel flimsy by the end of the day. Stitching, fabric, and construction all held up under proper job-site conditions.
This is the difference between workwear that looks tough and workwear that actually is tough.
Practical Features That Matter
Good workwear isn’t just about fabric (although ours is the best), it’s about function. The crew made full use of:
- Secure and usable pockets
- Reinforced stress points
- Utility-focused design for tools and everyday gear
When your phone, tools, or notebook are always where they should be, you save time and frustration. Small details, big impact.
Real Feedback From the Insight Control Team
One of the best parts of the Smoko Series is getting unfiltered, on-site feedback. No scripts. No marketing fluff. Just tradies saying what they actually think.
The overall takeaway?
- Comfortable enough for full days on site no matter the temperature
- Tough enough and professional looking for real commercial work
- Perfect for work site and then the pub after
That’s exactly what workwear should do.
What This Means for Tradies
Testing Jetpilot Workwear with a crew like Insight Control shows what matters most in modern workwear:
- It needs to be durable without being stiff
- Comfortable without feeling flimsy
- Functional without being overcomplicated
- Built for long days, not just first impressions
Whether you’re in electrical, mechanical, construction, or maintenance, your gear should work as hard as you do.
Watch the Full Smoko Series Episode
This episode with Insight Control is part of our ongoing Smoko Series, where we put workwear into real workplaces and let the results speak for themselves.
Because the best way to prove workwear works… is to actually work in it.
Darren and Zee walk us through a typical day at Insight Control and put our workwear to the test.
