Makita UK new 40VMAX LS004G XGT MITRE SAW is driven by a 40VMax brushless motor, and provides a no load speed of up to 3,600rpm for high power cutting that is comparable to corded machines. The rail-forward design allows users to maximise workspace as the machine can be positioned next …

Vandex BB 75, available exclusively from Resapol, is a cementitious, efflorescence free waterproof tanking slurry with excellent hydrophobic properties. Made specifically for concrete and masonry, BB 75 is best known for its excellent results when waterproofing basements, walls and floors. Ideal areas of application include basements, foundations, underground car parks, …

Premier Tech Water and Environment is pleased to announce the launch of its Rewatec range of compact and vertical pump stations. In addition to increased efficiency, the performance of the new compact and vertical pump stations has also been elevated, providing robust, easy to install and long-lasting solutions for total …

The newly extended range of HDC Chisels now has a superior ergonomic design and 11 different blade widths up to 40mm. HDC Chisels are designed for jobs on site that need strength and precision for accurate chiselling work. All the blades are forged using a unique steel formula into a …

Builders merchant Travis Perkins is set to relocate next door from its current location in Cheltenham on the 29th November. The existing 18 strong team will transfer to the new site, which, at 2.5 acres in size, is almost the size of two football pitches. The site will be a …

Andy Williamson was installed as the new Master of the Worshipful Company of Builders’ Merchants on Friday evening, at one of London’s largest Livery Halls – Plaisterers’ Hall. During the prestigious Installation ceremony Court Assistants Richard Hill and Alan Hawkins were elected to support the Master in his year, as …

Timber and materials supplier James Latham has strengthened its position in Northern Ireland with the acquisition of IJK Timber Group Ltd. Offering a comprehensive range of panel products, softwoods and hardwoods from two established sites, IJK is a division of Sarcon (No155) Limited and trades as IJK Timber and Northern …

Continuing positive trading momentum means that builders merchant group Travis Perkins is expecting adjusted operating profit for the full year 2021 to be ahead of current market expectations, at in excess of £340m.  The merchant has seen continuing like-for-like sales growth of 13.1%, it revealed in a third quarter trading …

Greater Manchester-based Henshaws has taken over a new site in Rochdale, with the acquisition of R&M Roofing & Building Supplies. The 36 year old Henshaws is a member of independent buying group h&b, and is already well-known in its original Stretford base, especially for roofing supplies. So when managing director …

The Huws Gray Group has made its sixth acquisition of 2021, with the purchase of independent builders merchant Exall and Jones Ltd, based in Swansea, South Wales. Founded in 1984 by David Jones and the late John Exall, the builders and timber merchants based in Swansea City centre has served …