Makita, the UK’s number one professional power tool manufacturer, has introduced two new 18V LXT 5-piece brushless kits which represent a substantial saving by comparison with individual purchases. The new DLX5042PT kit contains a combi drill, impact driver, angle grinder, rotary hammer and a handy LED flashlight and is packaged
Stax Trade Centres has underlined its position as a leading UK workwear supplier with the introduction of a new mobile showroom which is now making visits to customer premises. Mounted on a road trailer, the new showroom allows Stax to provide workwear displays to individual customers and help them select
This very useful two-piece wood chisel set from Kamasa (part number 56119) is suitable for softwood, plywood and hardwood. Designed for both detailed hand use and hammer impact, the metal striking head is integral with the chisel blade for precise work and long life. There are two chisels in the
While working on a construction site, ensuring the safety of your staff is vital to guarantee that tasks can be done efficiently and safely with as little risk as possible. A thorough health and safety policy can help identify risks, but alongside that, an effective uniform, such as from simonjersey.com,
Makita has introduced the new versions of its popular 18V lithium-ion Brushless LXT tools: the super-safe Brushless LXT Reciprocating Saw with 20mm stroke and the 115mm and 125mm Brushless LXT Angle Grinders with ADT and AFT technology. The new Makita DJR188Z 18v Brushless LXT Reciprocating Saw is a compact and
Milwaukee has just launched its second generation of M12 Fuel, which is expected to be even more capable, compact, and powerful than before. The new range presents completely redesigned and updated M12 FUEL Drill Driver, M12 FUEL Percussion Drill, and M12 FUEL ¼ Hex Impact Driver, which are replacing the
Makita has harnessed the impressive power of the incredibly successful 18v Brushless motor to reduce the back-breaking task of pushing a fully laden wheelbarrow across a rocky, bumpy building site, a muddy commercial garden or rough pasture towards a favourite fishing lake! In-wheel Brushless motor drives up to 3.5 km/h
Lifting Gear Hire will be celebrating their first year anniversary since returning to the UK lifting and rigging marketplace this month. The company have managed to complete their first 12 months with three facilities which are located in Manchester, London and Aberdeen. The company has also achieved a series of
Makita will be releasing a new 18V LXT 2-piece kit with compact versions of combi drill and an impact driver. These products are a part of the latest kit that includes two powerful 18v Brushless motor machines. This Makita 2-piece is the DLX2221J and the kit includes the DHP483 combi
ABC Locksmith, the London based company is illustrating how a large number of different firms could save a significant amount of money by installing the award-winning products that are offered by Glazesafe. ABC Locksmith has managed to save more than £2 million since it switched from using the traditional scaffolding
Makita, the UK’s number one professional power tool manufacturer, has introduced two new 18V LXT 5-piece brushless kits which represent a substantial saving by comparison with individual purchases. The new DLX5042PT kit contains a combi drill, impact driver, angle grinder, rotary hammer and a handy LED flashlight and is packaged as the 5-piece construction kit. The Makita DHP484 combi drill will run up to 2,000rpm in high mode, 500rpm in low mode, with an impact performance of 30,000ipm in high and 7,500ipm in low modes, with a maximum torque of 54Nm with 21 settings and drill mode. This combi drill will punch a 13mm hole in masonry, and with all-metal gear box and aluminium gear housing is ideal for rugged site operations. The compact DTD153 single-speed impact driver produces 170 Nm of torque, 3,600ipm, with a no load speed up to 3,400 rpm. This model has a ¼” hex; one-touch chuck, an electric brake, variable speed control trigger, and as with all power tools in this kit, the DTD153 features a brushless motor for longer runtime, less friction and more torque. Also contained in this comprehensive kit is the DGA456 115mm angle grinder which will run up to 8,500 rpm with a maximum 6mm wheel thickness. It features Automatic Speed Control which changes the cutting speed according to the load condition. The powerful DHR242 SDS+ rotary hammer will punch a 24mm hole into concrete, 13mm in steel and 27mm in wood. It will run up to 950rpm and generates up to 4,700 blows per minute with 2.0 Joules of impact energy. The second kit is the DLX5043PT more suited to woodworking applications. This kit features the combi drill, impact driver and flashlight contained in the DLX5042PT kit together with a circular saw and jigsaw. The Makita DHS680 cordless circular saw produces 680 watts of motor power that will run the 165mm blade up to 5,000rpm without load and also features Automatic Speed Control. Maximum cutting depth at 0° is 57mm; 41mm at 45° and 37mm at 50°. A large lock-off lever fixes the cutting angle. In operation a blower function blows sawdust off the cutting line for a clear view of the blade path, and Makita recommends that a rear dust port should be connected to use a dust extraction system. The DJV182 jigsaw will run from 800 up to 3,500 strokes per minute with a 26mm stroke length giving a maximum cut in wood of 135mm, 10mm in steel and 20mm in aluminium. The rigid aluminium base bevels 0-45°, both left and right. For safety, after the trigger is released, the machine will lock automatically if the lock-on button is not pressed within 10 seconds. Both new Makita kits provide a financial saving over buying the products individually and are supplied complete with three 18V 5.0Ah Lithium-ion batteries and a twin-port fast charger. The tools are packaged in a rugged, flexible tool bag that has a shoulder strap, handgrip and very useful trolley wheels and an extendable handle for ease of transport of your tools whilst keeping them safe. For more news and product information about Makita UK please visit www.makitauk.com. Follow us on Twitter @MakitaUK, Facebook.com/makitauk and google.com/+makitauk
Stax Trade Centres has underlined its position as a leading UK workwear supplier with the introduction of a new mobile showroom which is now making visits to customer premises. Mounted on a road trailer, the new showroom allows Stax to provide workwear displays to individual customers and help them select from the large number of workwear garments which the company can provide. “The mobile showroom is a great resource for us to have at our disposal, and it reflects the breadth of our workwear offering,” explains clothing product manager Jason Ellis. “We are now using it to take Stax out to customers, saving them the inconvenience of having to leave their office or contact us to request samples. We can take a bespoke workwear display to the customer and introduce them and their staff to the many options which are available. “The trailer represents another important element of the service that we offer to our workwear customers,” adds Jason. “We use it to show how we can provide whatever type of garments and workwear are required, and to demonstrate our abilities to customise garments in terms of corporate colours and logos. Customers can also see the quality of our workwear for themselves, and that never fails to impress. The trailer increases the level of contact we have with customers and it also provides a valuable source of feedback from the people who actually wear our garments.” The Stax Trade Centre in Glasgow houses the company’s own dedicated workwear showroom and production facility. “This allows us to handle various operations such as embroidery and heat-sealing on-site. It means we can fulfil large-scale orders which require bespoke garments and still meet tight customer deadlines,” concludes Jason. The Stax branch currently provides workwear services to a wide range of businesses, ranging from small independent traders through to local councils, and major commercial organisations. Over the past 4.5 years the business has supplied 1.5m pieces of workwear including boots, gloves, knee pads, masks, eye and ear protection, polo shirts, coveralls, helmets, wellington boots and aprons. For more information or to arrange a visit, go to www.staxworkwear.co.uk
This very useful two-piece wood chisel set from Kamasa (part number 56119) is suitable for softwood, plywood and hardwood. Designed for both detailed hand use and hammer impact, the metal striking head is integral with the chisel blade for precise work and long life. There are two chisels in the set, 15 and 25mm wide, both with finely ground blades. The chisels have soft grip thermoplastic rubber handles and the shafts and bits are manufactured from strong chrome vanadium steel, hardened and tempered to HRC 56-62. Beautifully balanced, you’ll find them a pleasure to use. This chisel set is available now from your Kamasa stockist, and very good value, typically priced at just £17.52 for the set (price includes VAT). Further details from www.kamasa.co.uk
While working on a construction site, ensuring the safety of your staff is vital to guarantee that tasks can be done efficiently and safely with as little risk as possible. A thorough health and safety policy can help identify risks, but alongside that, an effective uniform, such as from simonjersey.com, can be a great way to keep your staff safe. From reducing risk of injury, to drastically improving visibility, there’s a lot an effective uniform can provide. Reducing injury risk while on-site An effective construction uniform is one of the best ways you can reduce the risk of injury to your staff while on site. A well-organised, well-managed construction site will often be safer, but there are uniform considerations that you’ll always have to make when there are staff on site. For example, hard hats and sturdy, steel-toed boots are essential for any construction worker. Debris is a frequent concern, which means that protecting the head is vital. Steel-toed boots also fulfil the same purpose if a staff member was to drop a heavy piece of equipment on their foot, for example. They also help staff keep their footing on a construction site, which may have a lot of debris and uneven ground depending on what your business is working on. Visibility and warmth are other key concerns while working on a construction site. During a shift, there can be many people moving around a busy area. Additionally, if you’re working on or near a road, then traffic may be another concern to keep in mind. A thick, padded jacket, worn underneath a bright reflective jacket can be a great combination as part of an effective construction uniform. The warmth will help staff perform tasks efficiently, while the added visibility will drastically reduce the risk of on-site accidents as other staff and the public will take more care when around you. Taking care of employees long-term Staff need to feel as though they’re taken care of it they are to feel safe when working on a construction site. By providing tough and versatile uniform pieces, you’re demonstrating to your employees that you’re doing everything you can to reduce or eliminate risk as much as you feasibly can, and keeping an eye out for their health and safety needs. Think also of the long-term effects that construction work may have on staff if proper precautions aren’t taken. For example, being around loud machinery and using loud tools too often without protection can lead to the development of permanent hearing damage. Using powerful tools like electric saws or jackhammers can lead to nerve and joint damage if the proper precautions aren’t taken. In cases such as this, you can provide ear plugs and ear-protecting headgear, which helps to reduce the noise of certain machinery. You can also provide thick protective gloves which will help maintain good blood circulation in cold temperatures, reducing the risk of vibration damage. Overall health and safety provisions Of course, an effective uniform should always be just one part of your business’s health and safety policies and procedures. While effective uniforms are vital for keeping staff safe and protected, reducing risks as much as you possibly can in other ways alongside the provision of protective uniforms and equipment can help guarantee the safety of your staff while on site. Always look for ways that risks can be reduced before you provide protective equipment of uniform pieces. It may be that you still need to provide protective equipment after you’ve taken those measures anyway, but taking both these steps will help to reduce the risk to staff much more than by just providing protective equipment. For example, when using powerful handheld machinery, consider implementing a policy that states staff must alternate who uses the machinery in short bursts, which can help protect hands from long-term damage. Consider implementing a policy that states you will replace or repair every piece of equipment a certain amount of years after initial purchase, which helps to ensure it’s in great shape and as efficient as possible for the tasks you need to do. Combining an effective uniform with thorough health and safety risk assessments and provisions will help ensure that your construction site is as safe as it can possible be for both staff and the general public.
Makita has introduced the new versions of its popular 18V lithium-ion Brushless LXT tools: the super-safe Brushless LXT Reciprocating Saw with 20mm stroke and the 115mm and 125mm Brushless LXT Angle Grinders with ADT and AFT technology. The new Makita DJR188Z 18v Brushless LXT Reciprocating Saw is a compact and lightweight reciprocating saw, weighting just 2.9 kg. It has a tool-less blade clamp, fixed shoe, variable speed trigger, constant speed control dial and convenient LED job light. The body housing has a full rubber protection wrap and the ergonomically designed rear D handle provides full protection, while the compact size and light weight makes it ideally suited for off-ground applications. It also features an electric brake, a lock-off button, and can be available as a body-only machine. It runs up to 3,000spm and together with its maximum stroke of 20 mm it provides a substantial cutting capacity of 255 mm in wood and 130 mm in pipe. The new Makita 18v Brushless LXT angle grinders have the features found on premium mains machines. They can be found in two versions: the 115mm DGA463 and the 125mm DGA513 with slide switch and lock-on function, and the 115mm DGA467 and 125mm DGA517 models with paddle switch. All the models are equipped with a variable speed control dial, which allows for greater control when used with strip discs, flap discs, and polishing applications. Additionally, they benefit from soft start, battery fuel gauge, Active Feedback Sensing Technology (AFT) and Automatic Torque Drive Technology (ADT). ADT adjusts speed and torque during operation for optimum performance while AFT turns the motor off if rotation of the wheel suddenly ceases when snagged. The grinders are available as body only machines or in Makpac cases with batteries and a smart charger. A wide range of blades and grinding wheels suitable for a vast array of materials is available in the Makita accessory range.
Milwaukee has just launched its second generation of M12 Fuel, which is expected to be even more capable, compact, and powerful than before. The new range presents completely redesigned and updated M12 FUEL Drill Driver, M12 FUEL Percussion Drill, and M12 FUEL ¼ Hex Impact Driver, which are replacing the original brushed motor versions. The M12 FUEL Drill Driver and M12 FUEL Percussion Drill are the only 12V tools on the market with an all metal 13mm chuck, which gives them the right amount of power to perform a wide range of applications. A POWERSTATE Brushless Motor is featured on each one of them, making them deliver up to 1700 RPM’s and 44 Nm of peak torque. Both tools are extremely portable and easily accessible in tight spaces, weighing in at only 1.2kg with battery and 167.7mm in length. They are the most capable, lightest weight, and most compact tools in their class, offering optimal solutions for Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing, Remodelers, and Maintenance workers. The new M12 FUEL ¼ Hex Impact Driver delivers 20% faster application speeds compared to the previous model, with an output of more than 147 Nm of torque. The same Brushless Motor allows it to deliver up to 0-3,300 RPM with constant power output to drive screws faster. The tool comes with a four-mode DRIVE CONTROL feature, which provides users with the versatility of switching between modes in order to match the power and speed to the application at hand. It provides unmatched access in tight spaces and less fatigue, due to its 1.1kg weight and 131mm length. “Milwaukee Tool revolutionised the professional power tool market when we first created the 12V sub-compact space with the introduction of the M12 ™ system,” said Bela Berecz, Product Manager for Milwaukee Tool. “Ever since, we’ve continued to remain on the forefront of incredible technology advancements that have ultimately reshaped users’ expectations of cordless power tool capabilities.”
Makita has harnessed the impressive power of the incredibly successful 18v Brushless motor to reduce the back-breaking task of pushing a fully laden wheelbarrow across a rocky, bumpy building site, a muddy commercial garden or rough pasture towards a favourite fishing lake! In-wheel Brushless motor drives up to 3.5 km/h (2.2 m/h) 130kg max load up to 12° incline Adjustable chassis with pipe frame or bucket frame option In fact, designed principally to reduce the physical demands in the construction industry the new Makita DCU180Z will prove popular in many operating fields. Capable of carrying 130kg of blocks on the tubular frame, or similar amount of ballast in the barrow bin option, this power-assisted wheelbarrow has the Brushless motor integrated into the front wheel to ensure the maximum possible traction to the heavily ribbed agri-tyre. This barrow has two forward speeds: Hi up to 3.5 km/h, Lo 1.5 km/h, and powered reverse of 1.0 km/h and will climb a 12° maximum incline. Main braking is provided by the front disc brake controlled by the hand lever on the steering handles. The wheelbarrow weighs just 32.5kg, is ready to work with handles that can be adjusted to three height levels for operator comfort and also fold for easy storage. The detachable rear trailing wheels with kick down brake can be adjusted from a width of 480mm to 760mm which further improves stability and reduces operator effort. Powered by any of the Makita 18v LXT Lithium-Ion batteries used to power Britain’s number 1 professional power tool range, the new Makita DCU180Z power-assisted wheelbarrow has soft start to ease the load away; constant speed control; twin LED driving lights and locking brake lever for maximum site safety. For site security an individual ignition lock key is provided. Previous walk-behind powered site platforms can cost several thousand pounds but the new Makita powered wheelbarrow will prove particularly attractive in relation to price competitiveness and rugged performance. The DCU180Z is a body only machine which is available with a choice of optional accessories which includes the pipe frame set and bucket frame set. For more news and product information about Makita UK please visit www.makitauk.com. Follow us on Twitter @MakitaUK, Facebook.com/makitauk and google.com/+makitauk
Lifting Gear Hire will be celebrating their first year anniversary since returning to the UK lifting and rigging marketplace this month. The company have managed to complete their first 12 months with three facilities which are located in Manchester, London and Aberdeen. The company has also achieved a series of other milestones over the course of this year. The company was first launched in 1970 and has managed to become a multinational company, even though it has been absent from the UK market for the last 10 years. LGH has been in operation in North America, and their work there as well as in Europe has allowed the company to thrive and expand. LGH is known for being in the top 50 of US hire companies, a position it has maintained for several years. Since first being established the company has developed their experience across a variety of complex jobs and has managed to learn a range of applications for both new and existing products. LGH as a brand is best suited to being a part of highly regulated markets with a strong emphasis on health and safety. Their strengths in this area have allowed them to exceed expectations in terms of compliance and accreditation issues. For Lifting Gear Hire, the two most well-known highlights for the company are the acquisition of the Aberdeen based hire division JD Neuhaus as well as the work that has gone into making LGH the largest hirer of air hosts in Europe. The second highlight for the company would be the achievement of the Bronze accreditation from the Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme. This scheme is voluntary and works to promote best practice for companies working in the commercial vehicle sector. The investment and success that has been seen by the company has led to LGH having a great 2017. No doubt this success will continue for the company in the years to come.
Makita will be releasing a new 18V LXT 2-piece kit with compact versions of combi drill and an impact driver. These products are a part of the latest kit that includes two powerful 18v Brushless motor machines. This Makita 2-piece is the DLX2221J and the kit includes the DHP483 combi drill and the DTD155 impact driver. Both of the products that are a part of this DLX 2-piece kit have been released in the compact size of their equivalent 10.8v models and are packed full of power and advanced operating features. The DTD155 LXT impact driver has a Brushless motor and a ¼” hex drive which means that this compact tool will be able to drive home M8 machine screws; M12 high strength bolts and 90mm coarse thread screws. The Hi-mode for these two 18V means that the impact driver is powerful, and able to run up to 3,000rpm while also delivering 3,900 impacts per minute and generating 140Nm of torque. The tools also have a Lo-mode that, when selected offers 1,300rpm and 1,600ipm. The impact driver also has an Assist mode which consists of initially driving at a low speed, allowing for the fixing to start before the full power of the impact driver is used to drive the fixing into place. The Makita DLX2221J 2-piece kit also features the DHP483 Brushless motor combi drill that has a body length of only 176mm. This compact 13mm 2-speed combi will be able to deliver 25,500 impacts in a minute when being used in the pre-set Hi-mode. The motor combi drill offer 7,500ipm in Lo-mode and 40Nm of Torque. This drill has 20 different drive settings on top a more simple drilling mode. The Makita 2-piece kit is supplied with two 3.0Ah Lithium-ion batteries and a DC18RC fast charger, and is packed together in a Makpac Type 3 hard shell case.
ABC Locksmith, the London based company is illustrating how a large number of different firms could save a significant amount of money by installing the award-winning products that are offered by Glazesafe. ABC Locksmith has managed to save more than £2 million since it switched from using the traditional scaffolding solutions to adopting the innovative Stronghold product from Glazesafe. This adoption means that there has been a large reduction in outgoings while also allowing the firm to invest in other businesses in a range of critical areas. Stronghold is the second innovative creation that has been brought to the market by Glazesafe. This product has been developed in order to offer both efficiency and safety while also becoming a vital tool for tradespeople while working from a height. Stronghold has been created from lightweight but durable materials and is seen as the perfect solution for transferring from location to location as well as storing away when the product is not in use. ABC Locksmith has been using Stronghold since 2015, and it has made the company astonishing levels of savings. The product is freestanding and works to have robust mobile anchor points while also providing a barrier system, ensuring the maximum level of safety possible for the professionals and the public while work is being carried out. Scaffolding leads to huge additional costs for a project, therefore a solution of this necessary requirement is a great way for businesses to save money while also gaining the access and safety required. Working in the trade sector, scaffolding used to be the best option in terms of safety, however, Stronghold has been developed on the safety principles of this traditional access method while also improving efficiency, costs and ease of use. Stronghold works by providing two anchor points that allows two engineers to works safely and independently. The product also features points where light tools and equipment can be attached, removing the risk of objects falling. Stronghold is already in use by a number of different companies and conforms to safety standards in place in the UK as well as Europe, Australia, New Zealand and the US.