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Scaffolding Association partners with CO2nstructZero – the construction industry’s zero carbon change programme.

Kenneth Booth February 11, 2022

In November 2020, the Government published its 10-point plan for a Green Industrial Revolution. It set out a path to Net Zero by 2050. CO2nstructZero is the construction sector’s response. It sets out how the industry can collectively meet Net Zero and uses the Climate Change Committee’s 6th Carbon budget to establish the priorities

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Scaffolding Association welcomes the start of National Apprenticeship Week 2022 (7th – 13th February

Kenneth Booth February 7, 2022

National Apprenticeship Week 2022 is the 15th annual week-long celebration of apprenticeships. This week brings together businesses and apprentices across the country to shine a light on the positive impact that apprenticeships make to individuals, businesses and the wider economy. This year’s National Apprenticeship Week theme will be ‘build the

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First CISRS Centre Opens in Russia

Kenneth Booth January 27, 2022

SIMIAN International has partnered with Prostaff LLC Following a successful accreditation audit last week, CISRS has approved the first Overseas Scaffolding Training Scheme (OSTS) centre in Russia. SIMIAN International working in collaboration with Prostaff LLC, part of the Polati Group, a Russian scaffolding supplier and contracting company, have opened a

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BBA issues first UK Technical Assessment to Hilti Corporation

Kenneth Booth January 19, 2022

The British Board of Agrément, the UK’s first appointed UK Technical Assessment Body, recently issued the first UK Technical Assessment to Hilti Corporation, a multi-national company that develops, manufactures and markets products for the construc-tion, building maintenance, energy and manufacturing industries. Confirmed recently by the Department for Levelling Up, Housing

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MILWAUKEE® Announces the MX FUEL™ 3600W/ 1800W Power Supply

Kenneth Booth January 7, 2022

CONTINUING OUR TRADITION FOR INNOVATE TOOLS, THE MX FUEL™ POWER SUPPLY IS CURRENTLY THE BEST TEMPORARY POWER SOLUTION FOR THE JOBSITE. SUPPLYING 3600 PEAK WATTS/ 1800 RUNNING WATTS OF PURE SINE WAVE ENERGY, THE POWER SUPPLY POWERS EVERYTHING FROM HIGH DEMAND 16A TOOLS TO SENSITIVE ELECTRONICS. Historically, generators have been

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Midas appointed to build new UK headquarters for STIHL Great Britain

Kenneth Booth December 20, 2021

Midas Construction has been appointed to build a new warehouse and GB headquarters for leading global power tools company STIHL. The project in will see the creation of a new 11,285m2 purpose-designed facility off the A331 in Camberley, Surrey. The investment follows a period of sustained growth for STIHL GB

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The Shore Group Launches SnickersLife Workwear

The Shore Group Launches SnickersLife Workwear

Cristina Diaconu September 16, 2021

As the UK’s construction recruitment sector continues to be squeezed by client cost pressures on one side and a shortage of skilled labour on the other, The Shore Group are proud to introduce their latest innovation to address these challenges. The newly launched website offers official Snickers Workwear at the

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Scaffolding Association concerned that 1 in 3 employers have not talked to staff about their mental health over the past year.

Kenneth Booth February 22, 2022

New research by the Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service (ACAS) has found that over a third (35%) of British employers have not spoken to their staff about their mental health and wellbeing over the past year. A survey conducted on ACAS’s behalf by YouGov, asked businesses in Britain about whether they had personally talked to their staff about their mental health in the last 12 months. The poll found that: Robert Candy, Chief Executive of the Scaffolding Association said; “Businesses must do more to support employees with their mental health and wellbeing. It is inevitable that the pandemic will have exacerbated pre existing concerns. It will have also created new mental health and wellbeing issues among individuals and employees. The easiest thing a business can do is to talk with their staff, so it is concerning that over a third have not taken this basic step”. Office for National Statistics (ONS) figures show that more than 2,000 construction workers took their own lives in the UK in the decade to 2017 which is more than four times the number of construction workers killed during the course of their duties for the same period. The Scaffolding Association recently established a Health and Wellbeing Committee which aims to help employers in the sector improve the support they provide in relation to mental health and to encourage employees to talk with employers and colleagues. For more information on the latest ACAS research visit: 1 in 3 employers have not talked to staff about their mental health over the past year | Acas

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Scaffolding Association partners with CO2nstructZero – the construction industry’s zero carbon change programme.

Kenneth Booth February 11, 2022

In November 2020, the Government published its 10-point plan for a Green Industrial Revolution. It set out a path to Net Zero by 2050. CO2nstructZero is the construction sector’s response. It sets out how the industry can collectively meet Net Zero and uses the Climate Change Committee’s 6th Carbon budget to establish the priorities that frame an action plan of how they will measure their progress and hold themselves to account. Launched in March 2021 by the Construction Leadership Council (CLC), CO2nstruct Zero brings together organisations that are demonstrating leadership in relation to carbon reduction, sharing their good practice with others from across the UK construction sector, and providing a set of metrics that enables the sector, quarterly, to collectively measure its progress to Net Zero. Since its launch more than 70 Business Champions have committed to targeted carbon reduction, and to provide details of how they are achieving this to help those from across the wider sector. Robert Candy, Chief Executive of the Scaffolding Association said “The Scaffolding Association has always been a strong advocate for moving to a sustainable future. This initiative is a step in the right direction to provide individuals and businesses with scalable practical help, support and the tools they will need to understand and play their part. Climate change is happening. Every industry has a part to play in reducing carbon emissions and meeting net zero by 2050. The construction industry is no exception”. For more information on CO2nstructZero visit CO2nstructZero » Construction Leadership Council

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Scaffolding Association welcomes the start of National Apprenticeship Week 2022 (7th – 13th February

Kenneth Booth February 7, 2022

National Apprenticeship Week 2022 is the 15th annual week-long celebration of apprenticeships. This week brings together businesses and apprentices across the country to shine a light on the positive impact that apprenticeships make to individuals, businesses and the wider economy. This year’s National Apprenticeship Week theme will be ‘build the future’; reflecting on how apprenticeships can help individuals to develop the skills and knowledge required for a rewarding career, and businesses to develop a talented workforce that is equipped with future-ready skills. There are over 1,200 virtual and in-person events planned targeted at a  range of audiences including stakeholders, businesses, training providers and schools. A full events listing can be found here. Last year, industry leaders from the construction industry called on the government to boost apprenticeships following a 40% drop in people joining industry-relevant schemes, (16,000) compared with the five-year average of (22,500). Statistics for the latest academic year are due for publication later this month.  During the course of 2021 the government announced £7m funding to support flexible apprenticeship opportunities so that sectors including construction industries could bid for a share of the fund to support the creation of new flexible apprenticeships, intended to unlock opportunities for people to develop the skills they need to get good jobs. The government also reminded businesses to ensure that apprentices are paid at least the National Minimum Wage. This followed the publication of a report from the Low Pay Commission which found that around 1 in 5 apprentices earn less than their legal entitlement sighting several common errors by businesses including: failure to pay the higher age-related minimum wage rate to those apprentices who are aged 19 and over and have completed the first year of their apprenticeship paying the £4.30 per hour minimum wage apprentice rate before or after an apprenticeship actually starts or finishes not paying for all the time worked by an apprentice – training time is working time Robert Candy, Chief Executive of the Scaffolding Association said “The construction industry is suffering from significant skills shortages and apprenticeships can provide an excellent start for many seeking a career in the industry”. A report published by the Construction Industry Training Board (CITB) last year found that 37% of the construction workforce are over the age of 50 and estimated that 217,000 workers will need to be recruited into the industry over the next 5 years.  Robert Candy added “Attracting a new generation of workers is critical but this is only part of the problem – keeping them is just as important.  Paying them correctly, providing training that is relevant and embraces modern innovation and technology and ensuring qualifications gained provide access to work are all vital to the growth and success of apprenticeships across all sectors”. For more information on apprenticeships and to get involved in National Apprenticeship Week click here.

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First CISRS Centre Opens in Russia

Kenneth Booth January 27, 2022

SIMIAN International has partnered with Prostaff LLC Following a successful accreditation audit last week, CISRS has approved the first Overseas Scaffolding Training Scheme (OSTS) centre in Russia. SIMIAN International working in collaboration with Prostaff LLC, part of the Polati Group, a Russian scaffolding supplier and contracting company, have opened a training facility in the Moscow suburb of Mytishchi. Polati Training Centre has been running their own scaffolding training programme for some time, and originally opened their centre in 2017. They also deliver other associated courses such as Rope Access, confined space and rescue training. They were, however, very keen to gain third party approval with CISRS as they see it as the leading international training standard for tube and fitting scaffolding. Initially the Centre will offer CISRS Level 1 and 2 Training for Scaffolders in Tube and fitting, Basic Scaffold Inspection and Supervisory programmes. They will look to build upon their CISRS portfolio going forward, possibly incorporating Soyuz a ring-type system which they use and supply, plus other scaffolding systems. Dave Mosley, CISRS Managing Director, said: “The centre is fitted out to the highest specifications, with brand new materials, tools and PPE. There are several classrooms but one is particularly impressive as it houses both an independent and a hanging scaffold actually within the classroom.” SIMIAN International Managing Director Ian Fyall added: “We are delighted to be partnering Prostaff in this venture and moving both SIMIAN and CISRS’ footprint into another part in the world. We are looking forward to training and assessing their instructors and giving advice and guidance going forward. “It’s been 12 months in the making due to Covid but we eventually got there” The centre also makes use of a miniature modelling system called BabyScaff, which is an exact replica of the ring-type scaffold system and is used to explain assembly, loadings and stability of scaffolds. Training Centre CEO Evgenii Guseinov said: “We are extremely pleased to be working with SIMIAN International and very proud to have opened the first CISRS centre in Russia. We have been delivering our own successful training programme for several years, however, gaining third party approval from CISRS which is recognised as the international standard for Tube and fitting scaffolding training, is another step forward and will set us apart from our competitors.” Polati are a very large Scaffolding Supplier and Contracting company with around 3,000+ scaffolders in Russia and surrounding countries. In 2017 they worked on the Lakhta Tower project in St Petersburg, at 448m it was the largest building in Europe which involved around 250 Scaffolders using over 700 tonnes of Layher Allround Scaffolding in extreme weather conditions. They have several depots across Russia and are looking to open additional CISRS OSTS approved facilities in the near future, including one in Kazakhstan.

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BBA issues first UK Technical Assessment to Hilti Corporation

Kenneth Booth January 19, 2022

The British Board of Agrément, the UK’s first appointed UK Technical Assessment Body, recently issued the first UK Technical Assessment to Hilti Corporation, a multi-national company that develops, manufactures and markets products for the construc-tion, building maintenance, energy and manufacturing industries. Confirmed recently by the Department for Levelling Up, Housing and Communities (DLUHC), approval was granted to the BBA to roll out the issuing of UK Technical As-sessments; in support of UKCA Marking. While UKTAs are not mandatory, UKTAs will be an important channel for manufactur-ers to achieve the industry expected UKCA Marking. Rickard Bergeryd, Structural Codes & Approvals Manager/ Anchor Expert and Olga Katsanova, PLS Manager BA Fastening & Protection from Hilti Northern Europe said, “Being awarded the first UKTA certification by the BBA makes us very proud and fur-ther strengthening our market leading position providing high quality technical prod-ucts and services to the UK market. This also contributes to a higher level of Safety and accuracy of our products and upholds our commitment to supporting the industry in building a better future.” John Albon, BBA’s Chief Scientific Officer, said, “We are delighted to be able to issue Hilti with their UKTA certificate. This is a big step forward in supporting our clients and the industry in getting ready for the upcoming CE to UKCA transition, enabling the BBA to respond quickly to client demands due to pressures on them to future proof their businesses”.

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MILWAUKEE® Announces the MX FUEL™ 3600W/ 1800W Power Supply

Kenneth Booth January 7, 2022

CONTINUING OUR TRADITION FOR INNOVATE TOOLS, THE MX FUEL™ POWER SUPPLY IS CURRENTLY THE BEST TEMPORARY POWER SOLUTION FOR THE JOBSITE. SUPPLYING 3600 PEAK WATTS/ 1800 RUNNING WATTS OF PURE SINE WAVE ENERGY, THE POWER SUPPLY POWERS EVERYTHING FROM HIGH DEMAND 16A TOOLS TO SENSITIVE ELECTRONICS. Historically, generators have been a frustrating jobsite nuisance. Not only do they have to be operated outdoors due to excessive noise, but users must also worry about dangerous emissions, hazardous extension cords, petrol “ The new MXF Power Supply powers everything from high demand 16A tools to sensitive electronics. ” Additionally, users who are reliant on shared power sources such as spider boxes are often met with the frustrations of tripped breakers, extension cords, and voltage drops. The MX FUEL™ Power Supply is not only safer than petrol-powered generators, but it can also be used indoors, eliminates the need for petrol and extension cords, and doesn’t require engine maintenance, thus reducing downtime and allowing users to get jobs done faster! The compact size, zero emissions, and quiet operation of the power supply allow users to safely operate the unit in confined, indoor spaces and a roll cage provides durability for outdoor jobsite use. With a push button start, users can start it in seconds, getting up and running faster than ever before by eliminating the repetitive motions of pull starts. The MX FUEL™ Power Supply delivers enough power to run one 16 Amp tool and one lower wattage device simultaneously and can be powered by a single battery or two batteries for double the run time. A great advantage of the MX FUEL™ Power Supply is the interchangeable battery system, resulting in no downtime for the user. The Power Supply also will be forward compatible with any new MX FUEL™ batteries launching in the near future. As an added benefit, ONE-KEY™** provides the ability to track the power supply with community tracking and alerts, complete inventory management, and industry leading smart-equipment technology to secure the user’s investment. *The MX FUEL™ Equipment System: This groundbreaking cordless system revolutionises the light equipment market by delivering the performance, run time, and durability demanded by the trades without the hazards associated with emissions, noise, vibration, and the frustrations of petrol maintenance. Each of the solutions on the MX FUEL™ system go beyond the limitations of petrol and power-cord units and operate off one completely compatible system all on the same battery. This is Equipment Redefined. **ONE-KEY™ is the first digital platform for tools and equipment. By integrating industry-leading tool electronics with a custom-built cloud-based program, ONE-KEY™ provides a new level of control and access to information that revolutionises the way work gets done. The ability to customise, track, and manage through ONE-KEY™ fundamentally changes the way users interact with their tools. Specifications MX FUEL™ Power Supply (MXF PS-602) • Running wattage: 1800 W • Starting wattage: 3600 W • Weight with two MXF XC406 battery packs: 28.2 kg • ONE-KEY™ compatible: Yes • Integrated charger: Yes • Push button activation: Yes Kit Includes MX FUEL™ Power Supply, (2) MX FUEL™ REDLITHIUM™ XC406 Battery pack, Integrated charger Milwaukee Tool will remain unwavering in their commitment to delivering disruptive innovation by working alongside trade professionals to identify challenges and provide solutions that are unparalleled in enhancing jobsite safety and productivity. The future of the jobsite is cordless. milwaukeetool.eu For further information please contact: Joe Wicks – Digital Marketing Manager Tel: +44 (0) 1628 894477 Email: joe.wicks@tti-emea.com

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Midas appointed to build new UK headquarters for STIHL Great Britain

Kenneth Booth December 20, 2021

Midas Construction has been appointed to build a new warehouse and GB headquarters for leading global power tools company STIHL. The project in will see the creation of a new 11,285m2 purpose-designed facility off the A331 in Camberley, Surrey. The investment follows a period of sustained growth for STIHL GB and will allow the business and its local workforce of 95 employees to move from their existing premises nearby in the Yorktown area of Camberley which the company has now outgrown. The Southampton-based Southern Division of Midas Construction, part of the Midas Group, is expected to begin preparatory work on site in December 2021. The project will deliver an automated industrial warehouse for storage of machines and spares with ancillary office and workshop space, as well as a retail display area and staff facilities such as canteen. New road access will be constructed from the A331 into the site, together with associated parking, earthworks and landscaping. Steve Lee, Director of Midas Construction’s Southern Division, said: “We are delighted to be working with STIHL GB and to have been entrusted to deliver this important project for the company. “As well as being a high-profile international brand, STIHL has been an important local employer in Surrey for the last four decades and we are pleased to be playing a role in this major investment by STIHL which secures its future in the area and will allow the business to continue to thrive and grow.” Kay Green, Managing Director of STIHL GB, commented: “Our new purpose-built headquarters represents a significant capital investment and is a commitment to the future for our local workforce. This cutting edge facility will allow us to plan for many years of future growth which will continue to benefit the local economy. We are looking forward to working with Midas Construction on this vital project.” The new building has been designed by architects Hale to combine contemporary materials with crisp, modern and simple detailing, creating a high-quality appearance. Extensive landscaping will include habitat creation and significant tree, native shrub and wildflower planting. The first stage of works will see Midas Construction carry out site clearance and levelling of the former Thames Water Utilities site, in readiness for a start on the main build project in February 2022. The project is scheduled to be completed in December 2022.

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New ”Drop Secure” Tool Tethering Accessories for both corded and cordless power tools

Lisa Pollinger November 30, 2021

Metabo continues their dedication to improving employee health and safety on the jobsite The safety of man and machine is Metabo’s top priority. Because the solutions from the Nürtingen-based power tool manufacturer ensure safe working in every area. Now Metabo is expanding its existing tool safety programme to include an anchoring strap and a safety system for battery packs: the power tool manufacturer is launching three new battery packs with a safety strap. In addition, the Metabo tool securing straps have been equipped with an extra loop to secure the battery pack. Part of the battery securing system is also a new securing connection with which the battery pack is attached to the extra loop of the tool securing strap. “Working high up on scaffolding or roofs has its dangers: Tools can fall down and cause damage. This also applies to battery packs,” explains Metabo Product Manager Alexandra Haas. “So that users can secure the machine and battery pack in future, we have developed a system for securing the battery. This is how we are consistently continuing our safety offensive.” The three new LiHD 18-volt battery packs with safety clip are available as 4.0 Ah, 5.5 Ah and 10.0 Ah battery packs.   Safety for man, machine and battery pack To secure the battery pack and machine, the user first selects one of the three Metabo tool securing straps: For machines weighing up to five kilograms, there is the safety belt with carabiner and loop – or as a “Quick Connect” variant with carabiners at both ends for power tools with an eyelet. For machines weighing up to 20 kilograms, the tool safety belt is equipped with an aluminium carabiner and a robust, so-called twist-lock opening that prevents unintentional opening – because to open the carabiner, the rotating sleeve must first be turned 90 degrees before the catch can be slid open. All three tool safety straps have a new extra loop to which the battery pack can be attached. For this, the user also needs the Metabo battery securing connection, which is available in lengths of 30 or 60 centimetres – depending on the machine size. The battery safety connection consists of a carabiner and loop: the loop is pulled through the safety clip on the battery pack and the carabiner is attached to the extra loop of the tool safety strap. And the battery pack and machine are already secured.   If there is no suitable attachment point for the carabiner of a tool safety strap, for example because the scaffold is too wide, the new anchoring strap provides a remedy: it can be flexibly looped around the scaffold. The carabiner of the tool safety belt is then hooked into the eyelet at the end of the safety belt.   Safe all round The safety belts and the new anchoring belt are certified according to the standards of the American International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA). “With the straps, we can secure almost any power tool. And thanks to our new battery securing system, now also battery packs. Users, machines and battery packs are protected all around with our solutions,” Haas sums up.

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MILWAUKEE®’s Full Pneumatic Replacement – The New Gen M18 FUEL™ Finish Nailers

Kenneth Booth November 29, 2021

The M18 FUEL™ 16 Gauge Angled and 15 Gauge Finish Nailers new generation is a pneumatic replacement with the power to sink nails in hardwoods, while leaving clean consistent nail holes.  For years our users have demanded a MILWAUKEE® cordless solution to their finish nailer frustrations. Unwilling to settle for subpar performance, we continued to advance our technologies until we could provide a truly game-changing solution for these users. After listening to the concerns voiced by our end users with our previous generation, we got to work rebuilding our old design. This year we’re proud to launch the second generation of our 15 Gauge and 16 Gauge Angled cordless finish nailers. With no gas cartridges necessary, the power to sink nails in the most demanding materials, and the fire rate to keep users productive throughout their day, these new finish nailers were worth the wait! MILWAUKEE®’s new lineup of finish nailers are designed for precision and speed. Both provide sequential and contact actuation modes, while operating with zero ramp up time, keeping users productive. With clean and consistent nail holes, leaving the least amount of damage possible on the finished material being installed. This results in less work filling and finishing nail holes, and ultimately a much higher quality finished product. Additionally, tools are fitted with bumpers and overmolds protecting any finished surface they may be placed on. The nitrogen air spring mechanism in these nailers is leveraged to deliver this performance, providing the most pneumatic like experience out of any cordless finish nailers.  The finish nailers are designed with a compact size, providing users a clear line of sight for accurate nail placement. With no gas cartridges, no consistent cleaning or maintenance required, and a POWERSTATE™ brushless motor, the nailers are designed to deliver durability and reliability to the most demanding users. Coupled with the fact that the tools fire up to 3 nails per second, users will experience greatly reduced downtime and maximised productivity.  MILWAUKEE® is committed to improving productivity by providing performance-driven and trade-focused solutions so users can perform an entire day’s work on one battery system. The new M18 FUEL™ Angled Finish Nailers are fully compatible with the entire M18™ line and are a true testament to MILWAUKEE®’s focus on investing in game-changing technology that truly delivers breakthrough solutions for users *M18 FUEL™ is engineered for the most demanding tradesmen in the world. Delivering outstanding performance, all M18 FUEL™ products feature three MILWAUKEE®-exclusive innovations—The POWERSTATE™ brushless motor, REDLITHIUM™ battery pack and REDLINK PLUS™ intelligence hardware and software—that deliver outstanding power, run time and durability on the jobsite. Simply put, M18 FUEL™ tools are the most powerful 18V cordless tools in their class. Specifications M18 FUEL™ 15 GA Angled Nail Finish Nailer (M18 FN15GA-0X) Collation angle: 34° Nail diameter: 1.8 mm Nail type: 32 – 64 mm Magazine capacity nails: 110 Weight with M18 B2 battery pack: 3.3 kg LED work light  Reversible belt clip  Tool free jam clearing latch  Three work contact bracket tips with on tool storage  Tool-free depth adjustment  Bumpers & overmold to protect finished surfaces   User interface with dedicated power button and firing mode button  Available as 0-version only M18 FUEL™ 16 GA Angled Nail Finish Nailer (M18 FN16GA-202X) Collation angle: 20° Nail diameter: 1.6 mm Nail type: 32 – 64 mm Magazine capacity nails: 110 Weight with M18 B2 battery pack: 3.3 kg LED work light  Reversible belt clip  Tool free jam clearing latch  Three work contact bracket tips with on tool storage  Tool-free depth adjustment  Bumpers & overmold to protect finished surfaces   User interface with dedicated power button and firing mode button  Includes M18 FUEL™ 16 GA Angled Nail Finish Nailer, (2) M18™ REDLITHIUM™ 2.0 Ah Battery Packs, M12™ – M18™ Fast Charger, HD Box To find out more about the M18 FUEL™ Angled Finish Nailers see video footage of it in action or find your nearest store, please visit www.milwaukeetool.eu

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The Shore Group Launches SnickersLife Workwear

The Shore Group Launches SnickersLife Workwear

Cristina Diaconu September 16, 2021

As the UK’s construction recruitment sector continues to be squeezed by client cost pressures on one side and a shortage of skilled labour on the other, The Shore Group are proud to introduce their latest innovation to address these challenges. The newly launched website offers official Snickers Workwear at the UK’s lowest prices, with the option of spreading the cost and paying in 10 weekly instalments. This unique ‘Wear As You Earn’ approach reduces costs to as little as £1 per day. The new eCommerce division of The Shore Group has partnered with Snickers Workwear to offer the very best workwear in the most accessible way. All customers will pay the UK’s lowest prices for Snickers Workwear with the added benefit of ‘Wear As You Earn’ for thousands of workers supplied by The Shore Group and clients of The Shore Group. “I am so proud to launch this new division of the group with this unique product for the UK market. Our aim is simple to offer the best for customers, clients, the Shore team and the wider community. SnickersLife does this, making the highest quality workwear accessible for all,” said Lewis Yorke-Johnson, MD of The Shore Group. “I passionately believe that the construction sector has a great opportunity to tap into the domestic labour pool right now, but to do that we have to offer a competitive package, great working conditions and opportunities to develop. ‘Wear As You Earn’ offers a simple route to a step change in remuneration and comfort. The feedback from clients has been fantastic as this helps them recruit and retain staff in a hyper competitive marketplace. It also showcases their brand with a slick professional image.” Building on The Shore Group’s emphasis on social responsibility, SnickersLife brings the cost barrier for high quality workwear down significantly. This kind of innovation has been at the heart of The Shore Group’s offer since they founded 15 years ago. Most recently the group introduced free Mental Health First Aid training for all workers, partnering with the partnering with the charity ‘Mates in Mind’. “Comfortable workwear has always been under-funded in the UK. Our vision for SnickersLife is to change this, making the highest levels of performance and comfort possible for all workers. Not only are we offering payment in instalments, but workers are able to request The Shore Group to deduct this directly from their gross salary, simplifying their tax returns. We have big ambitions for our eCommerce offering and the partnership with Snickers is just the first step on the journey,” added Paul Parker, Director of Snickers Life. The SnickersLife.co.uk website now is live and in addition to payment in instalments offers credit card payments and Apple Pay. The site is stocked with a full range of Snickers menswear, womenswear and Snickers-branded accessories. There’s also the added option of customising any item with your company brand for maximum impact with clients and onsite.

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