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Mobile Heat With the New Cordless Hot Air Gun from Metabo
The HG 18 LTX 500 from Metabo provides an air temperature of up to 50 degrees Celsius and is ready for operation in less than five seconds.
Read More »6 Insurance Policies All Self-Employed Builders Should Have
Construction is the riskiest employment industry to work in. One in every four workplace deaths and one out of every ten major workplace injuries happen to people working in the construction industry.
Read More »Makita WST07 Lightweight Folding Mitre Saw Stand
Makita has launched a new, lightweight folding mitre saw stand, making it easier than ever to quickly and accurately complete a range of cuttings tasks.
Read More »New DeWalt Cordless Router – Compact 18v XR Brushless DCW604
Roger and Robin have spent some time with the DᴇWALT DCW604 cordless router.
Read More »Challenges of Coronavirus – 5 Survival Steps to take Today
If your business is dealing with the unprecedented challenges of Coronavirus, there is a range of government support and advice to help you through.
Read More »NEW – EMMA Safety Footwear Added to the Hultafors Group PPE Portfolio
As customer demands for accreditation, safety, quality and value increase, the Hultafors Group continues to stay one step ahead of the competition. The Hultafors Group’s PPE portfolio already includes market-leading tools, workwear and protective wear brands such as Snickers Workwear, Solid Gear and Toe Guard safety footwear, Hellberg Safety and Hultafors Tools. The acquisition of EMMA Safety Footwear considerably enhances …
Read More »Milwaukee Rear Handle Circular Saw for Wood
Robin checks out something from Milwaukee that he's been waiting a long time for! The Milwaukee M18 FCSRH66 Rear Handle Circular Saw is something we've enjoyed using and in this video you'll see why.
Read More »Look After Your Hearing – With Proper Protection
Hearing damage caused by exposure to noise at work is permanent and incurable, with research estimating that over 2 million people can be exposed to noise levels that are potentially harmful. Many simply do not realise the dangers when it comes to permanent damage regular noise can cause. However, with adequate protection to look after your hearing, damage can easily be avoided.
Read More »Milwaukee SHOCKWAVE Impact Duty Driver Bits
With the launch of Milwaukee SHOCKWAVE in 2009, the first line of power tool accessories specifically designed for use with impact drivers had arrived.
Read More »Triton TGEOS Geared Random Orbital Sander Review
No sooner do we all get used to a random orbit and then the Triton TGEOS Geared Eccentric Orbital Sander comes out with 'eccentric' orbit.
Read More »Cordless Dust Extraction with DeWalt DCV586M
DeWALT have the answer to an old problem with their DCV586M 54V XR FLEXVOLT M-CLASS EXTRACTOR with Wireless Tool Control allows the user to operate the extractor from a wireless remote.
Read More »NEW from Solid Gear – the Onyx Safety Shoes and Boots
Great value safety footwear with the unique BOA closure system for maximum comfort. Nowadays, good safety footwear is part and parcel of a comfortable day’s work on-site – just like good working clothes and quality hand tools. Combining maximum comfort and protection with a robust and durable design, Solid Gear’s Onyx is available as a shoe or a boot and …
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 »How to Silicone Seal Tips with Cramer Fugi 5 Kit
How to silicone seal in the bathroom, around the bathtub, along the basin, toilet and mirrored shelf with the Fugi 5 Profile Kit and washing up liquid.
Read More »#2 ~ Benefits of Going Self-Employed
It takes courage to leap from the security and comfort of your job, but the fact that you're here tells us that you're thinking of making the leap into the world of being the master of your own destiny.
Read More »Hultafors Group acquires Scandinavian PPE innovator, Hellberg Safety
The Hultafors Group which owns Snickers Workwear, Solid Gear Safety Footwear and Hultafors Tools has acquired Hellberg Safety. Hellberg Safety is a specialised supplier of PPE Equipment which includes highly advanced hearing protection products, face protection and communication solutions for personal protection. David Clark, managing director of the Hultafors Group UK says, “We are delighted with this acquisition given that …
Read More »Roofing’s Young Bloods Shortlisted for National Apprentice Final
The country’s leading roofing apprentices are gearing up for the two-day final that will reward the best in each of the two roofing disciplines: pitched and flat roofing. BMI, the UK manufacturer and supplier of flat and pitch roofing systems, is offering the two awards backed by its market-leading brands. The Redland Apprentice of the Year will recognise the best-pitched …
Read More »Baxi partners with Expert Trades
Baxi has joined forces with Expert Trades to try and make life easier for its installers, by helping them to win more business and spend less time on admin and paperwork. Expert Trades was set up in 2013 to provide tradespeople with business tools (accessible online and via an app) to help them manage and grow their businesses more effectively. …
Read More »Skill Builder’s top videos of 2016
There’s been lots happening on the Skill Builder YouTube channel in 2016; here’s a few highlights. Power tools In January 2016 we published the first part of the new 18v drill test which was first published in 2014. This time we split it into three parts looking at: Part 1 – batteries; Part 2 – flat bits; Part 3 – …
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