Building & Hire Tools
Are You Ready? Have you got the Equipment? In spite of the problems caused by the global crisis, the UK construction industry is in reasonable shape. Representing 6% of total GDP, after an initial fall in output of 11% in 2009, and another drop of 5% in 2012, output is predicted to stabilise this year and then grow by 4-5% in the next two years. The public sector has been suffering from major government expenditure cutbacks but the government is keen to encourage investment in infrastructure that is expected to be worth £16 billion by 2015, double its value less than 10 years ago. There are signs of growth in the private sector, notably housing, commercial and industrial. In spite of uncertainties within the retail sector, investment remains
high in supermarket expansion and refurbishment of shopping centres and retail outlets. The housing market is rising steadily with a 43% increase in building predicted for 2015 compared to five years previously. With increasing demand for energy
conservation in buildings there is also growth in schemes for improvement to existing buildings. The new Government initiative, “The Green Deal” launched in January 2013 should also stimulate growth in this area. With this in mind it is important to be ready to supply all the equipment needed by the construction industry. This is wide ranging and covers both hire and retail.
There are improved materials and methods available to improve efficiency and it is important to keep abreast of current trends and innovations. Trades people need to be kept informed and it is through magazines such as ToolBUSINESS+HIRE that they do so. Potential improvements can be lost if tradespeople stick to old inefficient methods and equipment because of lack of knowledge of the latest products available. It is vitally important to keep them informed and make them aware of the choices at their disposal.
FEIN Introduces Durable Cordless Metal Screw Guns With
Maintenance-Free EC Motors FEIN presents cordless metal screw guns with modern lithium-ion technology and a brushless EC (electronically commutated) motor. The lightest screw guns in their class, these tools enable high precision screwdriving when joining metal on metal, wood on metal or supporting structures. The electronic torque shut-off prevents the screw from rotating too far or shearing off while ensuring safety and achieving a high repeat accuracy. The ASCS 4.8 and 6.3 cordless metal screw guns were developed for the requirements of metal processing companies, especially roof, facade, plant and automotive construction. The cordless metal screw guns are developed and manufactured by FEIN
in Germany and are designed for continuous use by professional tradesmen. The FEIN research and development team has produced a system comprising a maintenance-free and powerful EC motor, electronic torque shut-off and high-quality lithium-ion batteries with a capacity of 3,000 mA. The state-of- the-art technology delivers both outstanding performance for cost-effective, precision screwdriving and at a weight of just 1.6 or 1.8 kg. The ergonomic screw guns allow for fatigue-free working and are designed to be used on a least one million screws. Screw connections in metal require precision. Only if speed and torque are perfect will the screws sit correctly, the drill bits not wear out and the screw heads not
over-rotate and shear off. FEIN’s electronic torque shut-off guarantees consistent, precise connections. The tool features eleven torque levels and one drilling level. When the required torque is reached, the tool quietly shuts down, without vibration, allowing for screwdriving applications with repeatable accuracy – even without a depth stop. The EC motor is highly efficient and delivers a large number of screwdriving applications per battery charge. Overload protection protects the motor from overheating and excess loading. The motor housing is fully encapsulated to protect against dust and contamination.
Reply No. 15 Tool Hire?
Let SWA Take The Strain Do your customers need cable-handling, cutting or crimping equipment? SWA’s tool hire service can help – and all it takes is a single call. “Give us your order number and our experienced team will talk
you through the whole process, from the equipment you need through to delivery and collection arrangements and any health & safety requirements,” says SWA’s Marketing Manager Colin Fletcher. “We’ll also raise an invoice to cover the total hire charge.” Hire periods are from two to seven days (longer on request), with
equipment usually available by next-weekday delivery anywhere in the UK, with AM delivery at extra cost. SWA can deliver directly to clients’ customers and arrange collection back to SWA. All hire tools are regularly serviced and fully tested and calibrated
prior to despatch. SWA also offer a tool repair, calibration and servicing facility. Our tool hire and repair service is registered to BS EN ISO 9001: 2008 standard.
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