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ToughBuilt introduces new UK sales and distribution operations
Following its successful launch into the UK market, ToughBuilt Industries is introducing its own UK-based sales team. Until now, the US manufacturer has worked with Toolbank as its exclusive UK distributor to supply its range of innovative sawhorses, Clip Tech pouches, tool bags, totes, kneepads and mitre saw stands to stockists across the country. The manufacturer’s new sales team will now take on this role and includes
both field
and office-based personnel. The new sales team is also supported by a new ToughBuilt UK distribution centre. Vahe Der Kureghian, managing director at ToughBuilt
as its highly responsive service, have all proved invaluable in helping ToughBuilt to establish a UK presence and in enabling us to enjoy exponential growth. “The introduction of our own UK-based sales and distribution arrangements in no way detracts from those achievements. Instead, it’s a natural progression for ToughBuilt which makes sound commercial sense for us as a business”. The introduction of the new
(Europe) explains: “Following ToughBuilt’s launch into the UK in 2019, Toolbank has been nothing short of an exceptional distribution partner. The company’s knowledge and coverage of the market, as well
Crown Paints looks to the future with new warehouse in Hull
ToughBuilt sales and distribution operation will mean a change to how existing customers order the manufacturer’s products. All orders which customers would like to place or have delivered after 1 March 2021 should be sent to ToughBuilt direct.
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B&Q and Speedy trial new outlets
B&Q and Speedy have announced the extension of a trial of new tool and equipment hire outlets within B&Q. The trial commenced in July 2020, with Speedy concessions now at nine B&Q stores: West Thurrock, Beckton, Roneo Corner, Yeading, New Malden, Gillingham, Trafford Park, Darnley and Stockport. A further five outlets are scheduled to open in January. The concessions, typically about 90m2 in size, give B&Q retail and
trade customers the option to hire tools and equipment from Speedy as part of their B&Q shopping trip.
Crown Paints has commenced work on a new state-of-the-art raw material and packaging warehouse facility at its Hull manufacturing base. The warehouse, which will be located at Crown Paints’ Sculcoates Lane site, represents a £4.4 million investment by Crown Paints, and will create an additional 4,265 sq m of storage space for raw materials and packaging. Construction is
ongoing, with
expected to be complete in July 2021. Crown Paints’ operation in Hull
is the company’s major UK water- based paint production site. The new facility will allow the paint manufacturer to consolidate its operations from several older buildings into one modern facility – and allows Crown to repurpose these existing buildings to accommodate future growth. The building of the new warehouse underlines Crown’s commitment to its UK production, both at this site in Hull and at its headquarters in Darwen, Lancashire. Commenting
on Jonathan the new
facility, Crown Paints’ Hull site manager,
said: “The new warehouse will create much-needed additional
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storage space for raw materials and packaging, which will effectively allow us to increase our manufacturing output and improve efficiencies at our Hull site.
“What’s more, the new
building will have better sustainability credentials, which is an important consideration for us as a company. This represents a
significant investment the facility in
our manufacturing capability, and is a demonstration of our company’s commitment to the long-term future of our facility in Hull.”
Hull-based construction company Hobson & Porter is the main contractor on the building, and will
be overseeing the
construction project throughout. Richard Hunter, Hobson &
Porter’s managing director, said: “The new Crown Paints facility will be a fantastic investment for our region and will see increased manufacturing and production outputs at an already thriving site here in Hull. “It’s great to see two local businesses with a proud heritage
to deliver new facilities in the area
and a
commitment to the production and manufacturing sectors.”
Toolstation launches new Trade Credit as one in five trades admit concerns about cash flow
coming together demonstrating
Toolstation, one of the UK’s fastest growing suppliers of tools and building supplies, has introduced its new Trade Credit account and January Catalogue as part of its continued commitment to further support its trade customers. It comes at a time when almost half of tradespeople admit to being worried about the impact of the pandemic and one in five concerned about cash flow difficulties. The new Trade Credit account brings the solution its trade customers have been calling out for, offering added support with more efficient financial management, with up to 60 Days interest free credit, flexible credit limits and fully online account management.
Long-standing Manchester- based independent paint manufacturer, HMG Paints
HMG Paints gain Made in Britain accreditation
has attained Made in Britain accreditation. The company will now carry the Made in Britain collective mark across its packaging and products along with
its marketing
materials and digital channels. The Made in Britain collective mark unites the British manufacturing sector and helps consumers, buyers and specifiers identify products that are made in Britain. As a proud family business and British Manufacturer, HMG one of the last few remaining British paint manufacturers, will be looking to work alongside other Made in Britain members.
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