Travis Perkins plc, has fully acquired Staircraft; a company that provides integrated stair, floor and door solutions. This development adds digital component design, timber engineering and production capability to the merchant’s portfolio. Travis Perkins first acquired a 15% in Staircraft in 2015, and announced its intention to fully acquire the remaining …

Builders merchant group Independent Builders Merchant Group has appointed ex-Saint Gobain Building Distribution director Martin Stables as its Group Chief Commercial Officer. Formerly commercial director at Saint-Gobain’s £300m national plumbing merchant Graham, Stables’ years of experience cover leadership roles in procurement, category, merchandising, supply chain and pricing with Saint-Gobain and …

Positive men are, indeed, the most credulous I have spent every day for the last week doing something I haven’t done for some years. 15 years if I’m being precise. Namely, staring at a little white stick, waiting for lines to appear. The taking of the Lateral Flow Test has …

Azpects Ltd has promoted Kevin Ager from national sales manager to sales director, in recognition of his critical role in the growth and continued success of Azpects. He has worked with Azpects for over 5 years, during which time the company has grown to include a retail division, as well …

Arbor Forest Products has appointed Danny Hickson as its new product manager – industrial end users, responsible for managing stock positions and orders on Arbor Forest Products’ shed range. He initially joined the company as a purchasing assistant, then joined the company’s business analysis and administration team, before moving to …

SIG has bought Penlaw & Company Ltd, which operates from five sites in the UK, supplying drywall and associated products to contractors, builders and developers from branches in London, Essex, Suffolk, North West and North East. Penlaw & Company Ltd will continue to trade under its existing brand supported by …

Makita UK’s new 18V garden sprayer, impact wrench and inflator join the line-up of over 275 solutions within the LXT range. The DUS054Z GARDEN SPRAYER removes the effort required to pump, delivering up to 0.45L/min, allowing for efficient spraying with comfortable paddle control. The telescopic spray wand with a rotatable …

Snickers Workwear’s new 37.5® Technology clothing, features styles for both professional tradesmen and women, with plenty of ventilation to keep users cool and moisture transportation to stop them getting cold. The 37.5® Technology fabric is a very quick-drying material that captures and releases moisture vapour – like your sweat – …

Brett Martin’s Cascade Cast Iron Style Rainwater System has been used for a replacement rainwater system at the 19th century Wightwick Hall School building near Wolverhampton. The specification of the Cascade rainwater system comprised 112mm Roundstyle Gutters and 68mm Round Downpipes with Tudor Rose Hoppers, all in Classic Black. This …

The illbruck FA880 helps achieve great looking joints, without any compromise on design. The neutral curing silicone comes in an extensive range of colours to achieve a perfect match for projects, while a contemporary matt finish brings a stylish finish underfoot. FA880 also includes a fungicide to prevent mould growth. …