Roger is very curious about a magnetic flooring system from IOBAC, so he visited them in Basingstoke to see how it works.
Read More »Is the Sealey Saw Blade Sharpener Any Good?
Roger tries to get his dull saw blades back in good shape with the Sealey SMS2003 Saw Blade Sharpener with Bench Mounting that bought from Toolstop. More info from Tool Stop SEALEY SMS2003 SAW BLADE SHARPENER WITH BENCH MOUNTING 110 WATT 240V A great 240V bench mountable saw blade sharpener from Sealey. Includes 2 x blades for sharpening both TCT …
Read More »Robin on Milwaukee Accessories & Hand Tools
Robin's in the Milwaukee accessories area in Dublin now and he's got his eye on a few new additions to his toolbox.
Read More »Capel #9 – Installing a Korniche Roof Lantern
Roger and Robin see if they can install three Korniche Roof Lanterns in one morning and get Robin home and dry! Perfect for lightening dark rooms.
Read More »New Plaster Research Heralds the End of Lime
New plaster research heralds the end of lime While conservation officers and others are keen to ensure the use of traditional lime-based plasters and renders on listed and heritage buildings; research into new technology by Safeguard Europe – the UK’s leading specialist in damp-proofing and waterproofing technology – suggests that better, more effective options are available. The preference for lime …
Read More »Breakthrough at Metabo: The New SDS-Max Hammers with Brushless Technology
Powerful brushless motors now also in the mains-powered area for quick work progress during demolition and drilling applications Extremely long service life of the machines, guaranteed with an uncompromising three-year warranty Double vibration protection for best protection of health Nürtingen, May 2019: Extreme demolition applications require an extreme amount of power. The new SDS-max combination and chipping hammers from Metabo …
Read More »The Newest Clothing Innovations in the 2019 Snickers Workwear Catalogue
Including market-leading designs and the latest fabric technology innovations from the world’s leading Workwear brand. This 200-page catalogue has all you need to know about the UK’s most extensive range of working clothes for professional tradesmen and women. There’s something for every trade you can name in the Snickers Workwear range – AllroundWork, RUFFWork, LITEWork and FLEXIWork clothing – Trousers, …
Read More »Hospital Project Hits Right Frequencies with Motorola Radios
When you think of all the equipment and machinery that the modern construction industry relies on, one thing that is often overlooked is two way radio.
Read More »Snickers’ NEW Street-Smart Stretch Trousers For Maximum Mobility on Site
These NEW slim-fit stretch trousers deliver extreme working comfort. Hi-tech fabrics and body-mapping designs in the NEW FlexiWork SoftShell Trousers from Snickers Workwear ensure maximum working mobility wherever you are. The brand new 4-way stretch comfort fabrics integrated into these Work Trousers deliver enhanced freedom of movement as well as improved ventilation and overall comfort. With great fit and superb …
Read More »The Solid Gear OCEAN Safety Shoe – Precision Safety and Comfort
Solid Gear continues to modernise PPE footwear with a safety shoe that looks and feels more like a trainer. Combining a lightweight athletic look and superb safety features, the new OCEAN safety shoe is ideal for workers who are constantly on the move. The shoe’s midsole is made of a poured PU rather than a traditional injected PU to give …
Read More »The NEW Mini Pocket Spirit Levels From Hultafors Tools
Now available in the UK with a modern design, clear-focus vials for levelling work in tight spaces. It’s always been Hultafors Tools’ vision to give professional tradesmen and women the best quality tools for optimal on-site performance. That’s why these NEW Mini Pocket spirit levels have now been added to its range of best in class levelling and marking equipment. …
Read More »The New 37.5® Technology – Climate Control Fleeces
These new styles from Snickers Workwear deliver AllroundWork warmth and cooling comfort. Not only will you stay warm with these new 37.5® Technology Fleeces, you’ll look and feel cool too. With styles for both professional tradesmen and women, they excel at ventilation and moisture transport to keep you working comfortably wherever you are on site. The 37.5® Technology fabric in …
Read More »Corefix – Dot & Dab Wall Fixing Solved
Roger tries out a fast and strong dot’n’dab drywall fixing solution from Corefix and is very impressed with the performance. Watch our YouTube video and see for yourself. Dot & Dab Wall Fixing Solution Suitable for most modern homes with plasterboard/dot & dab walls Trusted and independently tested incredibly strong fixing, 90kg safe working load Fast installation, no specialist tools …
Read More »Karcher Professional Vacuum Cleaner Review
I connect the Karcher professional vacuum to various power tools from circular saws to electric planers the hose is nice and long and the machine itself is stable and on good castors so it moves freely as you work.
Read More »Vuba Resin Bound DIY Kits
We are often asked if laying a resin bound drive is a DIY job? The short answer is yes but of course, a lot depends on the kit you use and your DIY skills.
Read More »Hilti SID 4-A22 Impact Driver Review
Hilti impact driver review: In Part 6 of our mega Impact Driver roundup, Roger puts the Hilti SID 4-A22 Impact Driver to the test. The new SID 4-A22 Cordless impact driver is designed for high torque applications because, Hilti says, sometimes a standard drill driver simply won’t cut it – you need more impact to get the job done. With …
Read More »Toupret Filler Review
You have to hand it to Toupret, whoever is in charge of their sales and distribution has done a brilliant job because their products are everywhere. They seem to have caught the competition napping but underpinning all this marketing success has to be a range of decorating fillers that keep customers coming back for more. I know a number of …
Read More »Oh so Quiet – Milwaukee Surge Review
Roger Bisby takes a closer look at Milwaukee’s Surge Power Impact driver which has been designed to reduce the noise at source rather than relying on PPE. The impact driver has become most tradesman’s go to tool for fixings. Not only is it small and light it punches well above its weight. Unlike a drill driver there is also no …
Read More »Metabo MFE 40 Wall Chaser Review
Roger tries out the MFE 40 diamond chaser from Metabo, a machine designed to take the hard work and dust out of cutting chases. But does it do that? Having owned a diamond chaser and dust extractor for the past 15 years I am still slightly taken aback by how many trades still seem to do things the hard way. …
Read More »PREVIEW: Skill Builder takes a sneak peek at Snickers new work trousers
Roger Bisby takes a look at Snickers brand new Workwear 6241 Stretch Trousers with Holster Pockets which are available from September 2018. Workwear goes street smart in these stretchy work trousers that feature slimmer legs for a clean, technical look. Stretch Cordura at the knees combined with a 4-way stretch at the back provides great flexibility and comfort. Features include: …
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