What's moving in UK tools, trade retail and construction — written for the people buying the kit.
Facade contractor Lindner Prater has been convicted of health and safety breaches after a fatal window fall from a London tower block. Wintech cleared.
South West developer Wyatt Homes enters the Cornwall market, taking on a 4.2-acre site at the Nansledan development in Newquay. This move signals continued housebuilding activity in the region.
Vessel's new cordless screwdriver bundles are generating interest in the US. We examine their relevance and potential impact for UK tradespeople and DIYers.
Makita introduces a new hybrid tower work light offering dual 40V XGT and 18V LXT battery compatibility, delivering enhanced brightness for UK tradespeople.
UK-headquartered CMP Products, a leading manufacturer of cable glands, cleats, and lugs, has partnered with Salex to expand its distribution in Southern Ontario, Canada.
Altrad is merging Generation Hire & Sales and TRAD UK into a single business, Altrad Hire & Sales, by September 2026, impacting the UK scaffolding and construction equipment hire market.
Carhartt introduces its Sun Defender™ range, offering UPF 40+ protection for tradespeople and DIYers working outdoors in strong sun. Learn what this means for your summer workwear choices.
The photo gallery for the 2025 On The Tools Awards is now live, celebrating achievements and community within the UK trades industry.
The Radiator Company has expanded its heating range with the launch of the Poll towel rail, offering a new option for tradespeople and DIYers.
Grant Westfield partners with Laura Ashley to launch a new range of waterproof wall panels, merging iconic designs with proven panel technology for UK trades and DIYers.
A new Vent-Axia whitepaper warns of increasing overheating in UK buildings due to climate change and inadequate ventilation, urging trades to consider long-term solutions.
ALLPLAN discusses how integrated software solutions can improve efficiency and continuity in structural analysis and steel detailing for construction projects.
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