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 THE ToughBuilt C700 trestle


But trowel users like to try before they buy so Faithfull designed a hard-wearing packaging sleeve made from PVC/ vinyl that could be slipped on and off many times so that potential buyers can examine the trowels closely and feel the all-important surfaces and edges. With information about the tool itself and the other tools in the range printed on the packaging, end users can make a savvy and informed purchase.


Faithfull is justifi ably proud of its research and outcomes in this Prestige project –


ToughBuilt – Built tough for a tough market


The ToughBuilt brand has been around for a while on the high streets and, having used a few of their products, I can confi rm they do live up to the name. Largely aimed at trade users, the ranges are comprehensive and aimed at complementing each other.


 TOUGHBUILT showcased a range of kneepads and gloves


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Take the ClipTech range of pouches and belts, for example. ToughBuilt’s designers have created a range of trade-specifi c pouches that can be easily attached to the ToughBuilt belt using its ClipTech system. Many of the pouches can stand up via a small kickstand so can be removed, stood and replaced quite easily to suit the job being done. Because they are not only customisable by trade but also by job, they off er end users a very fl exible and modern way of working.


The ClipTech system also means that


the start of February saw the new ranges hit the retailers’ shelves. End users too will be pleased to note that the pricing of on a typical Faithfull brickie’s trowel is around £31 – half the price of a ‘best’ trowel from other leading brands. Dealers and end users will want to keep an eye out for the new ‘Prestige’ branding of these trowels.


pouches can be hung in a van, workshop or even on a worksite, by simply purchasing a few more clips.


Supplementing this system is a range of totes and bags. Again, these are made in tough 1200 denier nylon with reinforced joints and solid bases in some cases. The bags might be used to hold a set of ToughBuilt kneepads. Some of these are simply lightweight for light duty use but others are designed for the everyday user who needs kneepads that are fl exible, comfortable, non-marking, hardwearing and, most importantly, do not fall down when you stand up.


Similarly, a range of gloves provides users with a choice of grades of hand protection.


An absolute necessity on many worksites is a few trestles that can be employed in a number of ways. The adjustable legs on the ToughBuilt trestles take care of uneven ground and even steps. With the addition of a couple of 2x4s and a top, two trestles can be formed into a workbench – and at the end of the working day they can be folded and loaded into the back of the van.


I didn’t get much of a chance to try out the new spring loaded mitre saw stand, but its big wheels and 3m crosscutting support capacity will certainly be of use on some jobsites.


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