Batten Bros, Inc. Develops Protective Shield for Businesses

Batten Bros, Inc., of Wakefield, Ma., a local family-owned sign and awnings business since 1946, has responded to the COVID-19 epidemic and developed a new product to help businesses keep employees and customers safe from airborne particles and germs. The free standing clear acrylic protective shields, the “Defender 365,” are designed to be used at checkout counters, customer service desks, and anywhere person-to-person interaction occurs. Standard sizes are available in 2-3 business days. Batten Bros. will also design custom sizes and applications.

To help support the COVID-19 relief efforts, a portion of the proceeds of each protective shield order will be donated to both the Massachusetts COVID-19 Relief Fund and Best Buddies. As a small family-owned business, the company understands the economic impact the pandemic has had on businesses nationwide. The goal of developing the new product is to help businesses keep their employees and customers safe, while also supporting the Massachusetts community during the COVID-19 crisis.

“Like many businesses, as COVID-19 started having a larger impact on the world, we immediately started thinking about ways we could help support businesses being impacted by COVID-19,” said Richard and Maria Batten, owners of Batten Bros, Inc. “As a sign company, we shifted our focus to develop a new product using the same fabrication process and material we use for signs to create the new “Defender 365” protective shield. Most importantly, our family wanted to give back as part of the launch of our new product to support those affected by COVID-19.”

For local orders, Batten Bros. will hand deliver standard shields to businesses in eastern Massachusetts within three business days. Additionally, the company can ship the product anywhere in the U.S. Current customers using the new “Defender 365” protective shield includes banks, hospitals, and retail. For more information, visit http://battensign.com/ or call 781-245-4800.