Product News & Handtools


Check Out The Best Gear for Working on site in the NEW Snickers Workwear


Catalogue The latest full colour brochure


can now be downloaded free of charge from www.snickersworkwear.co.uk This 148 page catalogue has


all you need to know about the world’s leading range of working clothes for professional tradesmen and women. This Workwear will work hard on site all year round, whatever the working


environment you’re in. What’s more, Snickers topwear garments are great both for work and leisure activities. Whatever trade you’re in, there’s something for you in the Snickers range –


Work Trousers, Work Jackets, Tool Vests Shirts, Underwear, Accessories and Tool Carriers – plus an extensive range of PPE Workwear. Plus the most innovative Layered Clothing System that ensures you can choose clothes to suit the weather on site – rain or shine, wind or snow. Complimented by Snickers Profiling and Embroidery services and the UK’s


most extensive range of garment sizes, Snickers’ Workwear System delivers the ultimate solution to make every man and woman’s workday easier and safer. For more information, visit the website at www.snickersworkwear.co.uk alternatively, call the Snickers Helpline on 01484 854788.


C.K tools introduces gripping new


pliers range Leading hand tool brand, C.K tools, has launched an enhanced range of one of its most popular products, the C.K Waterpump Pliers. Already regarded by tradesmen as one of the most durable plier options on the market, the improved range consists of three sizes: 175mm, 250mm and 300mm. With each size offering extra wide jaw capacities of 38mm, 57mm and 58mm, the new C.K Water Pump Pliers are up to 80 per cent greater than DIN standard to assure the highest quality and durability for electricians. Featuring a box joint design for extra stability and long, slim profile jaws for easy access in confined


spaces, the upgraded pliers are more versatile than ever. Manufactured from special alloy drop forged steel, which is hardened and tempered, the jaws offer exceptional strength and durability. Graham Godfrey, Brand Manager at C.K tools, commented: “Although our vast


selection of pliers continue to be a hit with tradesmen, the launch of our enhanced range offers professionals an even greater level of usability, functionality and ease. “Evolving our products on a regular basis is what makes C.K tools stand out


from our competitors. Expanding the C.K Waterpump Pliers range to continually meet the needs of our customers, while maintaining the quality we have become known for, is just one of the many goals we want to achieve through our innovative launches this year and beyond.” Industry-leading products launched by C.K tools so far this year include the


world’s first fixed blade stubby insulated screwdriver, the C.K Stubby VDE Slim Screwdriver and Europe’s first 100% splinterproof cable rods, the C.K MightyRods PRO. Prices for the C.K Waterpump Pliers will range from £22.99 to £39.09 ex VAT. For more information visit www.ck-tools.com.


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The Solid Gear Safety Shoe That Will Put A Real Spring In


Your Step! The REVOLUTION INFINITY from Solid Gear is exactly what the name suggests – a revolutionary safety shoe, from Europe’s most exciting and forward-thinking brand. Just as you’ll find in the leading


sports trainers, there’s endless cushioning and comfort which has, until now, been difficult to get in safety shoes. But with Solid Gear’s Revolution Infinity it really is possible, with a ‘bounce


back’ mid-sole which gives a 55% ‘energy return’ that will put a real spring in your step to reduce fatigue and stress on your back, legs and feet. The shoe’s stretchable upper with Cordura is water-resistant, with amazing


performance when it comes to breathability, fit and flexibility. What’s more, it has a non-slip sole and a composite midsole. It also has a heel counter for foot stability. These shoes come with Solid Gear’s newly developed NANO toe-cap. It’s


40% stronger than fibreglass, lighter than other materials and thinner than other non-metallic toe-caps. So get to know more about the quality and innovation plus the top-class safety


functionality in every Solid Gear product – your feet will notice the difference. To get more information on Solid Gear - the Next Generation of Safety


Footwear - visit the website at www.solidgearfootwear.com alternatively, call the Helpline on 01484 854788.


Makita Introduces Compact But


Powerful Steel Rod Cutter • Weighs just 4.0kg with battery • Cuts 25mm steel bar (rebar) and Threaded Stud Bar • Automatic Torque Driver Technology automatically adjusts cutting speed • Cuts close to give 3.5mm nib Cutting steel bar to fabricate concrete


reinforcement cages traditionally requires heavyweight machinery – hydraulic or electric tools that have heavy jaws that are cumbersome to handle and expensive investments. Makita already has battery operated rebar cutters in their range, but the latest Makita DSC250 18v Brushless LXT Steel Rod Cutter weighs just 4.0kg, with battery fitted, and the TCT blade will slice though 25mm steel bar to give a neat, fine finish to the cut. Powered by the 18v Brushless motor, the 110mm TCT blade will run up to


2,200 rpm and the comfortable slim-line body grip and front grip make this the most easily manoeuvrable tool for rebar cutting. The forward side grip handle can be fitted in three positions for accurate machine control. The material guide block is made of highly visible, heavy-duty fluorescent material for accurate placement. Dust covers protecting the motor airflow are removable for easy cleaning and a dust bag is provided to catch the cut chips from the TCT blade. Cutting performance is further enhanced by the new Automatic Torque Drive


Technology, ADT, which automatically changes the cutting speed according to the load condition for optimum blade speed performance. The design of the blade drive means that when being used to cut steel bar


already cast into concrete the cutting edge is very low and leaves just 3.5mm of material proud of the casting. The precise cut of the blade also makes this machine ideal for cutting threaded rods, allowing for a smooth nut mounting without debarring. This lightweight but powerful rebar cutter will prove invaluable for the fast


preparation in steel rebar fabrication shops and the attractive price will prove equally popular. The Makita DSC250ZK cutter is supplied as a body only machine in hard


Makpac case. For more news and product information about Makita UK please visit www.makitauk.com. Follow us on Twitter


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