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Updates For further info on all these updates and more, visit www.total-contractor.co.uk TRUE TOOL THEFT IMPACT A Screwfix survey has found tradespeople who have been victims of tool theft are having to replace up to £5,000 worth of tools and can lose up to two days of vital earnings, impacting both their professional and personal lives. 46 of tradespeople have had their tools stolen % 39 % of victims have had their tools stolen at least twice The true cost of tool theft to the trade... UK tradespeople who have their tools stolen have to replace £5000 worth of tools After conducting research amongst their customers, 46% of respondents stated they have had their tools stolen, and 39% said they’ve had them stolen at least twice. When it comes to protecting their tools, the majority of tradespeople said they take measures to keep their tools safe, with the most popular methods being ‘removing tools from the van overnight’ (26%) and ‘installing CCTV’ (18%). There was also a strong feeling reflected by 56% who believe more should be done to help protect tradespeople’s tools and vans. One way in which Screwfix is showing its support is through tool marking. Local authorities are hosting events across Screwfix’s 630 stores to help prevent tool theft, LOCK & TRACK YOUR TOOLS driving awareness and providing tips to prevent future thefts. To further support, Screwfix is constantly working with its suppliers to enhance its range, and the latest addition is Milwaukee ONE-KEY. ONE-KEY is a digital platform that has been integrated into several premium products and enables you to easily pinpoint missing tools quickly. The tool can be remotely locked whilst in range of the ONE-KEY app, making it unusable, even if taken out of range. Screwfix’s survey showed that 60% of tradespeople surveyed would be interested in buying power tools with this type of functionality installed. www.screwfix.com/brand/milwaukee-one-key/ 60 % MAXIMUM COMFORT & MOBILITY ON SITE With a range of new AllroundWork stretch trousers available throughout the UK, there’s plenty of flexibility for every professional craftsman and woman to stretch their performance on site comfortably. The new stretchy work trousers for men have a loose fit for a classic Snickers Workwear look and feel, with stretch Cordura for increased durability as well as improved ventilation and close quarter mobility. What’s more, the new slim-fit work trousers for women are shaped to fit the female anatomy. The ergonomic ‘women’s fit’ includes wider hips and a narrower waist for a street-wise, fashionable look with optimal comfort and freedom of movement built-in. www.snickersworkwear.co.uk would be interested in buying tools with increased security features Lock your tool and disable remotely Track your tool’s location from anywhere 56 would like to see more done to protect against tool theft % TALE OF THE TAPE FROM TESA tesa says it not only understands that using the wrong tape can have expensive repercussions, but has responded to the industry’s need for quality in all conditions, temperatures and environments. Consequently, the company has produced tesa 4621, a pressure sensitive adhesive tape based on a polyethylene layer reinforced with a polyester fabric.More robust than most paper grades, this multipurpose, outdoor cloth tape is 130µm thick and provides high initial adhesion on various surfaces, but can also be re-positioned as required. Easy to write on, it is suitable as a repairing tape in most environments. www.tesa.co.uk STEP INTO COMFORT & PROTECTION Combining maximum comfort and protection with a robust and durable design, Solid Gear’s Onyx is available as a shoe or a boot and ideal for different types of on-site work. Above: Solid Gear’s Onyx is available as a shoe or boot. This EN-accredited footwear has a modern-looking style that integrates a seamless upper and Cordura reinforcements with a poured polyeurethane midsole, a breathable footbed and strong rubber outsole for maximum grip on slippery and uneven surfaces. Metal-free protection comes from the fiberglass toecap and penetration board for extra personal safety. The BOA Closure distributes the pressure of the fastened shoe evenly across your feet for maximum comfort and protection. www.solidgearfootwear.com 90 TC SEPTEMBER <strong>2019</strong>
Klober. Designed to make your heart beat a little slower. Don’t trust luck, trust Klober. You don’t want roofing accessories to be exciting, you want them to fit easily and to last - year after year. We’ve made sure all our products will do just that. They’re tested in simulated weather conditions worse than anything you’re likely to find in the UK. Which is why we can guarantee them against manufacturing defects for ten years and why, once you’ve fitted Klober, you can relax. Don’t trust luck, trust Klober. UNDERLAYS DRY VERGE TILE VENTS DRY FIX LEAD-FREE FLASHING WWW.KLOBER.CO.UK
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