3.9% increase in plumbing &


heating sales through merchants in August


7.6% increase in value sales through


builders merchant in Quarter 2


139m bricks went into production in July


2023, according to the Dept for Business & Trade


James Burrell invests £600k in transport fleet


Family-run builders’ merchants James Burrell has invested £600k in its transport fleet purchasing four HGV wagons, a flatbed wagon and one additional crane vehicle. The builders merchant, who has 11 branches based across the North of England from Northumberland down to South Yorkshire have invested in the arrival of the new fleet to meet the growing customer demand from across the area, while continuing to provide top-quality delivery service.


In addition to the company’s transport investment, the merchant has also added a number of new


MKM Hire introduces HVO powered generators


MKM has teamed up with plant and machinery company MHM Group to offer fusion powered generators as part of its Tool and Plant Hire offering. MHM’s MG 6000 SSY-Eco generators, which are designed to minimise air and noise pollution on construction sites, are being launched as a hire product for MKM customers, starting at the merchant’s latest Hire branch, King’s Lynn.


The new generators feature start- stop technology to save on running costs and reduce energy and fuel usage. Although traditionally diesel powered, the generators can also run on Hydrotreated Vegetable Oil (HVO), or a mix of both, offering


sustainability benefits to users. Capable of powering small site cabins the generators have been tested over a four-day period, where they have reduced engine run time by 14 hours and saved £20 fuel cost over the same period. Lee Armsby, hire business development manager for MKM, said: “The introduction of this generator as part of our Hire offering is a great addition that we are proud roll out. MKM’s focus is on doing the right thing for our customers. MHM’s generators are the first to incorporate stop-start technology into them, so it was an easy choice to pick their machines. “The MHM generators present a great option for our customers


EDAF Building Supplies joins h&b


Independent builders merchant buying group h&b has announced EDAF Building Supplies has joined its Development Group. EDAF Building Supplies, which operates out of Llanysul in Dyfed, is a provider of a comprehensive range of products, including timber, insulation and roofing materials.


The merchant will now benefit from a raft of h&b buying deals


and business support to help the business grow.


Emyr Davies, a director at EDAF Building Supplies, said: “We are delighted to be joining the h&b family. In addition to the outstanding deals, we are confident that joining h&b will provide us access to the best brands in the building industry, and we have already been impressed with the advice, tips


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forklifts to the business at a value of £400K totalling to a huge investment of £1m since Nov’22. The company has invested £2 million into their fleet back in May 2022 which saw the new additions of ‘Euro 6’ emission standard HGV wagons, a tractor unit and trailers for internal stock transfers. James Burrell’s investments align with the company’s mission to minimise its carbon footprint. The company are dedicated to migrate all current forklifts to state-of-the-


art electric forklifts throughout the business with planned future investments, showcasing its commitment to sustainability. Head of operations Tony Hall, said: “We are delighted with the new additions to our growing fleet, it will make a huge difference to our operations, and will enable us to better meet customer demand. At James Burrell Builders Merchants, we pride ourselves on delivering our goods in a safe and efficient manner.”


JTD reports growth


who are conscious of their environmental impact to reduce it without compromising or adding to their workload. It also means that our customers can benefit from the sound reduction and the savings, with running costs.”


and support we have received from the h&b team.”


EDAF is currently progressing an expansion plan, acquiring and refurbishing a site previously used by a national merchant chain, to create a modern, independent merchant for the local community.


The h&b Development Group offers smaller merchants a pathway to growth and full group membership by leveraging a comprehensive set of deals, along with support and guidance.


Independent builders merchant JTD Building Supplies, the first graduate from buying group h&b’s innovative Development Group into the primary group in 2018, has reported double-digit year-on-year growth and im- proved profitability since joining h&b.


JTD Building Supplies, based in Holmfirth, is a local independent builders merchants providing materials and supplies to construction firms, trade and retail customers across Yorkshire. Tony Sharkey, JTD managing director said: “Joining the h&b group has enabled us to grow and expand profitably. It was vital when we opened a purpose-built new branch and yard in Holmfirth back in 2018, and ever since.” With an annual turnover surpassing £1 billion, h&b support independent builders’ merchants with purchasing power and a community of like-minded professionals.


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