Carhartt’s new Rain Defender insulated bodywarmers
The weather might be getting brighter, but while it′s still cool enough to need some core warmth, Carhartt′s Rain Defender relaxed-fit, lightweight, insulated vest (102286) has got you covered. Designed to make water bead-up and roll off, this vest, with its triple stitched main seams, keeps you dry in a light rain and is ideal […]
HellermannTyton and Starrett introduce new drill bits range
Starrett and HellermannTyton have partnered to introduce their first-ever range of drill bits. Manufactured with renowned Starrett-level quality and available to purchase from HellermannTyton, the new product line offers a range of products for SDS Plus, SDS Plus Chisel, Flat Wood and High-Speed Steel drills. Designed to meet the requirements of professional users and manufactured […]
C.K Tools’ new drill bits promise to get users out of tight spots
C.K Tools has launched the shortest fluted wood bits on the market. The Fast4Access drill bits, just 80mm in length, will allow users to drill through wood to create clean and fast holes in limited space. 50% shorter than the existing Fast4 range, and 30% shorter than similar products on the market, Fast4Access is ideal […]
Tradespeople call for more to be done to encourage apprenticeships
The majority (85%) of tradespeople think there is a shortage of apprentices entering construction, according to the latest research from Screwfix. When it comes to attracting future talent, while nearly all (99%) tradespeople would recommend a career in the trades, 92% believe more can be done to encourage people into the industry. When quizzed on […]
Toolstation bolsters its power tool range
Toolstation is bolstering its power tool offering with the launch of 11 trade-quality lines from Evolution, who will be supplying the retailer for the first time. Toolstation will also be extending its current Milwaukee range with over 70 new lines available from 13 March, including 13 landscaping power tools. Tradespeople will be able to preview […]
A third of all tool theft is from vehicles
Metropolitan Police data has revealed that tool theft from a vehicle has increased by 25% in the last year – accounting for a third of all tool thefts recorded in 2021 and 2022. There were 34,712 tools stolen in London alone from January 2021 to October 2022. That’s a 62% increase on the 21,445 tools […]
CEF’s new sustainable branch for Daventry
CEF is opening the doors of a new Daventry branch at Signal Park on 27 February. In line with CEF’s sustainability vision and renewable products offering, the new CEF Daventry also boasts sustainable features – including an electric vehicle charging point. As well as enjoying a more modern branch with 4,000ft² of space, customers can […]
A quarter of UK tradespeople now offer payment plans to help with the cost of living
A quarter of UK tradespeople now allow customers to pay for work in instalments, as a way of helping homeowners afford renovations throughout the cost-of-living crisis. New research by IronmongeryDirect surveyed tradespeople across the nation and found that almost two in five (39%) have been asked about payment plans in recent months. Younger workers are […]
Ring introduces new, brighter colours for its inspection lamp
Ring is now making its lamps available to electricians and other tradespeople. Tradespeople who work on site, off grid and need light to work, can now have access to inspection lamps from Ring via national engineering wholesale groups. In addition to the existing classic black, Ring’s MAGflex Mini LED Inspection Lamp, RIL6100, will now also […]
The Carter Rugged Flex Waterproof S3 Pull On Safety Boot
Carhartt’s Carter Rugged Flex Waterproof S3 Pull On Safety Boot (F702935) is designed for workers who need a perfect fit without sacrificing safety, durability, or style. ‘S3’ is a safety footwear certification that indicates the boots have met certain safety standards established by the European Committee for Standardisation (CEN), and provide protection against a wide […]