industry news G2 appointed
distributor for Solar G2, the specialist mailbox company, is delighted to announce that it has been appointed the sole exclusive importing distributing agent to the UK & Ireland by leading mailbox manufacturer, Solar Group Inc’ USA, which is part of the giant Gibraltar Industries Group. Solar produces around five million US Mailboxes a year for North America alone and unlike some imported copies, its mailboxes are officially US Postmaster General Approved, which is clearly embossed on the ‘door’ of every Solar US Mailbox. The G2 Trading Company Ltd, which has what it believes to be the largest range of mailboxes from a 100 per cent owned and 100 per cent UK-based company, says it is proud to be appointed the UK & Ireland distributor for this leading brand. G2 offers a next day service and is now stocking: Solar Steel US Mailboxes in Light Grey, White, Black & Green; Solar Aluminium US Mailboxes in Silver, White & Black; Solar US Mailbox Stands. For further information email
info@g2trading.co.uk or visit
wwwg2trading.co.uk
Creative Tops adds
to its sales force Creative Tops Ltd is pleased to announce the appointment of a new national field sales manager, Kieran Perry. Kieran joins the company with plenty of industry experience, having previously worked at WWRD (Wedgwood, Waterford and Royal Doulton) where he was sales manager, and Emma Bridgewater for five years as sales manager, helping to develop the brand’s distribution into the independent market. Kieran’s experience is focused on selling brands and lifestyle concepts to retailers, working with the sales force and senior company management to increase sales and distribution. Kieran’s principal role at Creative Tops will be to work with the independent sales force on a daily basis in order to achieve the company’s growth plans for the independent sector. For more information email
clare.farthing@creative-tops.com and
sales@creative-tops.com, or visit
www.creative-tops.com
Carl Kammerling voted
the best At the recent Totally shows in February, Carl Kammerling’s Maxima ratchet pruner was awarded Best Garden Product by the British Hardware Federation. Already a firm favourite amongst trade professionals and consumers alike, the ratchet pruner features an easy ratchet action making it the perfect solution for older, harder wood, general light pruning or delicate pruning work.
Securikey launches
new website Securikey has launched a new website designed to provide a ‘one-stop’ source for all security needs. Downloadable product data sheets, videos and operation manuals are available. The comprehensive range of security products includes key cabinets, safes, fire protection and security mirrors are available together with details of local stockists. For more information call 01252 311888, email
enquiries@securikey.co.uk or visit
www.securikey.co.uk
POLYCELL SHOWS HOW IT’S DONE
Polycell has compiled a series of 15 short video guides to illustrate to consumers how quickly and simply they can remedy the most common preparation problems. The videos have been created to drive in store sales within the adhesives, fillers and sealants category by giving DIY-ers the confidence to tackle DIY tasks without professional help. Visitors to the Polycell website can see some the videos on the homepage, and
click to see the full selection, which includes how- to’s on prepping damaged walls for painting, covering hairline cracks in ceilings, covering textured ceilings and preventing the spread of damp. Each clip outlines the difficulty level of the task in hand and clearly lists the products required, making them easy to follow. For more information call 0870 444 1111 or visit
www.polycell.co.uk
Carl Kammerling International’s managing director, Tom Meyerratken commented: “Product development is key at Carl Kammerling and we place the needs of our customer’s right at the top of the list when we start to plan. The award has thrilled the whole Carl Kammerling team. It is particularly rewarding when an organization with the significance and importance of the
BHF recognizes the quality and
superiority we strive for in our products.” For more information call 01758 704704 or email
sales@cki.uk.com
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