Articles by Izaak

The distinctive orange and black Irwin Jack 880 handsaw is 80 years old. The Irwin Universal 10505212 880 Triple Ground Hardpoint Saw is fitted with a high quality C75 steel blade. It features a unique Triple Ground tooth design offering up to 25% faster cutting performance than traditional double ground saws.

Stanley are launching a range of new tool storage products.

The first is the 3 in 1 mobile work centre toolbox STA179326 / 1-79-326. The bottom section has large 7” wheels making it easy to transport around the worksite with the pull handle. The detachable mid section can be used to store small parts and accessories. The top toolbox has small storage compartments on the top and it can be used individually in the same way as the other two sections. Large metal latches securely connect all the units together. The huge storage volume that this toolbox offers makes it perfect for everything from you large power tools right through to your tiny screws and fixings.

The New BWT WS Water Softener range suits all needs New from BWT is the WS generation of domestic water softeners.

The range comprises five models, ranging from 10-25 litres, to ensure that there is a softener available to suit the requirements of 1 different households and applications.

Triton Showers are one of the UK’s leading manufacturers of showers, and are well respected in the industry. Here we have highlighted key points that determine product selection by retailers and consumers alike.

The rise of replacements: Triton Showers have targeted the need for replacement showers, which accounts for 64 percent of the 2.1 million showers sold annually in the UK. Some of their showers, like the Triton T80z Fast-Fit, have built-in features, as well as multiple electric and water entry points to ensure replacing a shower is as quick and easy for the consumer as possible.

Makita Powertools recently launched a range of Multi-Tool machines at their May Trade show.

They are increasingly favoured by installers and fit-out specialists for their very varied blade and accessory options and for the ease of operation in confined spaces.

• Mains powered and Lithium-ion cordless options
• 6,000 to 20,000 oscillations per minute
• Comprehensive range of accessories and compatible with other brands

How to Install a Water Softener? A General Guide to a typical Water Softener Installation

As one of the largest online stockist of Water Treatment solutions and in particular Water Softeners from the brand leaders including Monarch Water, Tapworks and BWT softeners we felt it our duty to give you some guidance of the typical installations of water softener.

The installation of a water softener is relatively easy, but it is recommended that this work is undertaken by a plumber or an experienced DIY handyman. Where possible the water softener should be sited close to the rising main, allowing for any required hard water draw off points, i.e. drinking tap and outside tap.