Stabila unveils new 132-page catalogue
Available in English, German, French, Spanish, Russian and Italian, the new Stabila catalogue has been launched. Stabila’s 2016/2017 132-page catalogue features plenty of application images and now has product overview pages for the central product groups: spirit levels, electronic measuring tools and laser devices. Other features of the new publication from the German brand include […]
Germany’s wolfcraft tools invests in the UK & appoints new Business Development Manager
Germany-based wolfcraft is ramping up its presence in the UK home improvement market with the establishment of its own sales and marketing operation in the UK. The family-run manufacturer of hand tools and accessories has relied on wholesalers for the last eight years and is keen to build its profile with UK retailers, having recently expanded […]
Socket wrench promises to remove rounded bolts and nuts ‘with ease’
Better Tools and Fasteners’ (BT&F) new Kobalt Steel Grip Sockets can remove rusted, damaged and severely rounded bolts and nuts, the firm claims. The new launch grips the flats of a bolt head and squeezes tighter as more torque is applied. Steel Grip Sockets also provide hands-free holding of bolts and nuts for easy installation […]
Tool and DIY brands plan to profit from Black Friday
Brands and retailers are planning to capitalise on the Black Friday phenomenon with week-long offers and special deals. The likes of Multi Tool Store, EH Smith Builders Merchants, FFX, Ox Tools, Screwfix and many more are hoping to cash in on the phenomenon, which has evolved into a longer sales period in the UK. According […]
Prebena debuts new nailers and staplers with Optiwear Tech
Prebena has revealed three new devices that will use its Optiwear technology, including a Construction Nailer (3GP-CNH50), a Pneumatic Stapler (1GP-XA16) and Pneumatic Stapler with long nose (1GP-A16LN50). Optiwear technology features optimised wear parts including seal kit, piston and bumper, which are manufactured from ‘new materials’ and guarantee an extremely high number of shots with […]
Fein targets sheet metal processing sector with tool launches
FEIN has broadened its provision for the sheet metal processing sector with three new 18V tools – the new cordless nibbler, sheet metal shears and slitting shears – replacing their 14.4V predecessors with improved electronics and adjustable speeds. The firm has served the sheet metal processing sector for almost 100 years and the new cordless tools […]
Makita launches 6,000 shot LXT 18V 10mm stapler
Makita has introduced two new 10mm battery powered staplers, replacing existing models. First up is the new Makita DST112, powered by the Makita 18v Lithium-Ion battery (3.0Ah) which generates 6,000 shots. The Makita DST111 is a 14.4v version which will deliver 5,000 shots from the 3.0Ah battery. Both new staplers have magazine capacity for 150 […]
DART rebrands and launches new-look website
Power tools accessory specialist DART has rebranded and launched an enhanced website with improved functionality and ease of ordering for its customer base. The rebrand, while keeping the name DART, now reflects a strong, modern and powerful brand in the power tool accessories market, DART said, through use of ‘hero’ imagery and high definition photography […]
Stanley Black & Decker joins British Home Enhancement Trade Association
Heavyweight brand Stanley Black & Decker has joined the British Home Enhancement Trade Association (BHETA). With its UK head office in Slough, Stanley Black & Decker provides engineered fastening systems, tools, storage and commercial electronic security. Black + Decker is reportedly the inventor of the first portable electric drill as well as the world’s first to bring […]
Ingersoll Rand tools see ‘positive growth’ while revenues rise
Revenues rose 2%, with organic revenue up 3%, in Q3 2016 for Ingersoll Rand. The industrial segment of Ingersoll Rand’s business, including power tools, saw net revenue virtually flat at $730 million ($729 million in Q3 2015). Tools were singled out for “positive growth”. The group said that challenging end market conditions continued in the industrial […]