ToolBUSINESS+HIRE


Is published 10 times a year by:


Airstream Business Communications Ltd, Wiston,


Coppice Way, Haywards Heath, West Sussex RH16 4NN, England, UK.


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Editor/Director Anne Hall


Advertising Manager Christine Williams Direct tel: 01444 450071


Editorial Manager Belinda May


Production Manager David Paddick


Circulation Manager Linda Barker


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B contents


Product News. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Talk Shop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Voice of the Industry . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Hand & Torque Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 NWS Independent Review . . . . . . . . 8 Draper Independent Review . . . . . . 10 THS: Jackdaw Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . 14


If you wish to express any opinion on any subject covered by ToolBusiness+Hire magazine you can write to: ToolBusiness+Hire c/o the Editor, Anne Hall, or e-mail (info@airstream.co.uk)


Nailers & Tackers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 GMC Independent Review . . . . . . . . 18 Features List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Hire Equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Directory Entry Form. . . . . . . . . . . 23 Company News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 ToolBusiness Directory. . . . . . . . . . 28


Toolbusiness+Hire magazine receives editorial contributions from many different sources, we endeavor to ensure all information contained in the magazine, including claims about products’ performance and any company’s market position are accurate.


However we cannot accept responsibility for any omissions or errors in material we reproduce in good faith, either in contributions from individuals or companies, or in advertising reproduced within Toolbusiness+Hire.


All information contained within this magazine is provided for general information purposes only and on the understanding that none of the content herein constitutes legal or other professional advice. The application and impact of laws can vary widely depending on the specific facts involved.


We have made every attempt to ensure that all information contained within this magazine and our associated web site has been obtained from reliable sources, but all such information is provided “as is”, with no guarantee of completeness or accuracy. We provide no warranty of any kind, express or implied, as regards the information herein, and disclaim all liability and responsibility for any loss that may arise from reliance on information contained within this magazine. In the case of a specific problem or query, professional advice should be sought.


A note from The Editor


We have had a very exciting start to the New Year here at ToolBUSINESS+HIRE Magazine. Hot on the heels of our new look magazine launched in September, we have been working hard to refresh and modernize our website, due to go live during February. Go to www.toolbusiness.co.uk to take a look. We hope you like what you see! There is also a new media pack available. It gives all the details you need to enhance your company sales by being included in our magazine or on the website. To request one to be sent to your company, call Christine on 01444 450071 or email christine@airstream.co.uk and ask for your copy. Or you can tick the relevant box on the Reader Reply card included with this magazine.


In this month’s ToolBUSINESS+HIRE we feature Peter Brett’s visit to Jackdaw Tools Ltd of Willenhall in the West Midlands. Peter has also been busy reviewing tools – a Flexi Inspection Camera from Draper, A 2G Combi Hammer Drill from GMC and an NWS QuattroGripp Wrench from Tools of the Trade. We have features on Hand Tools, Torque Tools, Nailers and Tackers and Hire Equipment


As you read this we are about to set out for two very important shows in our calendar, the Totally Tools Show at the NEC in Birmingham and the 5th Annual Executive Hire Show at the Ricoh Arena in Coventry.We hope to meet many of you there!


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