Industry Comment
Wired for profitwith fit-for-purpose tools
In recent years, the development of wiring hand tools and accessories has focused on improving features and benefits for end users. Graham Godfrey, Brand Manager at C.K Tools, looks at how wholesalers can capitalise on these improvements to boost profits.
impressive margin. Last year saw the market grow 8 per cent, with sales to professional tradesmen accounting for around 70 per cent. In the last decade, however, product development has focused more on improving features and benefits for end-users, rather than re-inventing the wheel. So how can wholesalers use this to their advantage? Generally, electricians only require a core kit
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of tools and equipment for wiring projects, so selecting the right mix of products for them will go a long way in helping wholesalers to secure repeat business. Providing a solution that makes life on the job a little easier should always be a priority. Carl Kammerling International works closely with a dedicated group of professional tradesmen to understand how they work and what they need from a tool. Recent feedback on wiring hand tools and accessories, for example, highlighted a need for accuracy and efficiency when accessing confined wiring circuits. As a result, Carl Kammerling created the new C.K Tools Ecotronic ESD range of six Precision Side Cutters, four Precision Pliers and three Precision Wire Stripping Pliers. Each tool within the ESD (ElectroStatic
Discharge) range features electro-static discharging handles, which dissipate electrostatic charges of up to 10⁸ ohms. Each tool has a black oxidised finish for
corrosion resistance and reduced glare – handy when navigating confined circuits using a hand torch. The smooth-action return spring, combined with the contoured dual component handles offer comfort and ease hand strain during repetitive use. The new lightweight C.K Ecotronic ESD Side
Cutters have been designed with sharp, precision ground cutting edges with an extra full flush cut, suitable for perfectly flush, non-
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rofessional hand tools represent a key profit driver for electrical wholesalers, oſten delivering an
With over three million trades professionals in the UK, creating
superior tools that are fit for purpose and stand the test of time, is fundamental to not only
supporting tradesmen but in helping wholesalers increase footfall and making a real difference to their bottom line.
shock cutting. The tool steel blade is hardened for long-term cutting performance, and with a variety of sizes available, the new range offers a solution for any fine electrical/electronic jobs. Designed for the safe handling of small components in precision applications, such as microelectronics and precision mechanics, the C.K Ecotronic ESD range of Precision Pliers features a pair of Long Snipe Nose pliers with serrated jaws for secure gripping, with rounded outer edges for reduced risk of damage to surrounding components. In addition, the Short Snipe Nose and Flat Nose pliers both have smooth jaws to safely secure wiring in place for cutting, while the Bent Snipe Nose pliers have 45 degree angled tips for special access needs. For safe and damage free stripping of fine,
insulated solid wires, each Wire Stripping Plier in the C.K Ecotronic ESD range has six pre-set blade pairs, suitable for stripping wires of 0.2 – 2.6mm diameter. Each tool has a pair of integrated shears for cutting soft copper stranded wires of up to 3mm diameter, whilst the serrated plier nose offers a solution for gripping and looping of wires. A built-in locking mechanism ensures that the Wire Stripping Pliers are safely secured in a closed position when not in use. The feedback from C.K tools’ dedicated panel
also gave insight into the development of the award winning C.K ArmourSlice. Addressing timesaving and proficiency issues, the new Steel Wired Armoured (SWA) cable stripper,
speeds up the process of SWA cable termination to eliminate difficulty for electricians. SWA cable stripping can prove time- consuming, especially when carried out using a hacksaw and trimming knife, which is an incredibly slow, cumbersome and inefficient process.
The C.K ArmourSlice SWA Cable Stripper is
robust and removes the hassle of preparing SWA cable for termination. Using the tool, electricians are able to complete jobs up to 50 per cent faster than they would using traditional methods, and the tool ensures a perfect finish every time. A key feature of the C.K ArmourSlice is the wide cable clamp, which ensures perfect blade to cable alignment for precise cuts on cable ranging from 12mm to 36m diameter. The automatic clamp applies constant pressure throughout the cutting process, eliminating the need to readjust and creates a uniform depth score around the armour strands. This ensures a clean break-off and a trouble free gland connection. With over three million trades professionals in
the UK, creating superior tools that are fit for purpose and stand the test of time, is fundamental to not only supporting tradesmen but in helping wholesalers increase footfall and making a real difference to their bottom line.
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