February 2022

Updates
For further info on all these updates and more, visit www.total-contractor.co.uk
CONTROL AND COMFORT ON SITE
Snickers Workwear says dressing right and
staying comfortable when it’s cold and wet
demands the best in Climate Control working
clothes.
The company points out continuous work in cold
weather produces body heat and sweat, but
when your workrate slows, the sweat cools and
you’ll start to feel cold and damp. The solution,
the company says, is Snickers Workwear’s bodymapping
Mid-layer working clothes that deliver
advanced ventilation to control and regulate the
heat from your body.
Snickers Workwear’s body-mapping Mid-layer options.
Made to last from sustainable fabrics such as
micro fleece and recycled polyester, they’re great
for both work and leisure activities. These
garments insulate and keep heat around your
body by effectively creating an air pocket inside
your clothes.
They complement Snickers Workwear’s FlexiWork
Base-layer undergarments that combine
sustainable animal-friendly Merino Wool with
polyamide for warmth and ventilation, as well as
the Top-layer or ‘outer shell’ AllroundWork and
Flexiwork Weatherproof Jackets and Trousers that
will keep you warm, dry and comfortable all day
long. www.snickersworkwear.co.uk
CORDLESS SCREWDRIVER ADDED TO LXT RANGE
Makita UK has introduced the DFR551 18V LXT Brushless Auto Feed Screwdriver to its LXT platform. Powered by Makita’s
18V LXT battery platform, the DFR551 delivers on both output and ease of use, maximising on-site efficiency.
With extreme speed and precision, the DFR551 is ideal for repetitive fixing tasks and rapid screw driving tasks. Trigger activated
for easy use and complete control, it offers a no load speed of up to 6,000rpm and the screw feeding mechanism has been
designed to reduce screw fall and ensure durability. With no power lead restricting movement, operators have maximum flexibility
to use the DFR551 anywhere on site. The DFR551 also features Makita’s brushless motor which means that, as there are no brushes in the motor causing
friction, no energy is lost through heat production. As a result, battery run time is extended – reducing the need to regularly stop to recharge or replace
batteries and improving onsite productivity. In addition, the DFR551 features Push Drive Technology. This means that the motor only rotates at full speed
when the screw is pressed against the workpiece, further reducing power consumption and extending battery run time. Kevin Brannigan, Marketing Manager
at Makita, said: “With our LXT battery platform at its core, the DFR551 18V LXT Brushless Auto Feed Screwdriver offers the output needed to tackle any task
with ease, as well as the safety and improved usability benefits of cordless. With over 270 products in Makita’s LXT range, professionals can easily switch
LXT batteries between power tools, outdoor power equipment and accessories depending on the task at hand.” www.makitauk.com
A STEP-UP IN WINTER COMFORT AND SAFETY
The new Prime GTX hi-tech safety boot from Solid Gear incorporates some of the most advanced
technical features in safety boot design.
With a focus on comfort and S3 safety, Solid Gear’s new and athletic-looking Prime GTX boots are
probably the most comfortable and robust footwear you can get for the winter. This hi-tech safety
footwear will keep your feet dry so you can work comfortably in the roughest conditions on site – with
effective protection all day long. Solid Gear has combined a Vibram outsole with a full and lightweight
EPTU mid-sole to prioritise top-line comfort and stability. The sole combines excellent durability with oiland
slip-resistance and outstanding grip on snow and ice – even at low temperatures. What’s more, the GTX combines ergonomics with a torsional
rigidity for safety that are enhanced by the durable microfiber upper that has a waterproof and breathable GORE-TEX membrane. Comfort and fit are
delivered to the highest standard with the GORE-TEX Stretch Technology in the upper which, together with a high heel counter and the snug BOA Fit
System, make this boot a unique experience in safety footwear protection. www.solidgearfootwear.com
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