Did you know? Andreas Stihl patented the first electric chainsaw in 1926 and the first petrol chainsaw in 1929 — earning the title Father of the Chainsaw.
Did you know? Johan Petter Johansson invented the modern adjustable wrench (spanner) in 1892 while working at Bahco — the tool used by every tradesperson today.
Did you know? A British company that manufactures router cutters, saw blades, and the famous AirShield Pro — one of the first powered respirators for woodworkers.
Did you know? Invented the first portable circular saw in 1927 and pioneered the dust extraction system that is now standard in professional workshops.
Did you know? Started by making carbon-filament lamps. The Philips head screw was NOT invented by Philips — it was invented by Henry F. Phillips, a completely different person.
Did you know? One of the oldest British chemical manufacturers, originally producing turpentine substitute. Their wood preservers have protected UK homes for over 145 years.
Did you know? The name comes from "Cuprum" (Latin for copper) and "Naphthol" — copper naphthenate was the original wood preservative formula invented in 1911.
Did you know? British General (BG) has been the UK's go-to brand for electrical accessories since WWII. Their white moulded sockets are installed in millions of British homes.
Did you know? Originally a mail-order screws company called "Woodscrew Supply Company". Now the UK's largest multi-channel trade supplier with 870+ stores and same-day Click & Collect.
Did you know? Owned by Travis Perkins Group, Toolstation grew from a single store to 580+ branches in just 20 years — opening a new store almost every week.
Did you know? ITS (Industrial Tool Supplies) is one of the UK's largest independent tool retailers, known for competitive pricing and fast delivery across their 30+ trade counters.
Did you know? Named after founders Richard Block and David Quayle. B&Q opened the UK's first warehouse-style DIY store in 1980, changing how Britons shop for home improvement.
Did you know? A fast-growing online-only tool retailer specialising in premium brands like Milwaukee, Makita, and DeWalt with competitive pricing and expert product knowledge.
Did you know? Started as a small family business, Power Tool Mate has become one of the UK's most trusted online power tool specialists with over 100,000 satisfied customers.
Did you know? Tools4Trade is known for their detailed product videos and expert reviews, helping tradespeople make informed buying decisions before purchasing.
Did you know? Famous for their massive 25,000 sq ft flagship store in Devon — a destination for woodworkers worldwide. They manufacture their own brand of lathes and machinery.
Did you know? SGS specialises in air compressors, generators, and workshop equipment. They design and manufacture many products under their own brand name.
Did you know? Toolden has rapidly grown into a go-to online store for tradespeople, known for their clean website design, fast shipping, and excellent customer service.
Did you know? City Electrical Factors (CEF) is the UK's largest electrical wholesaler with over 450 trade counters. They hold £150M+ of stock for same-day availability.
Did you know? One of the oldest companies in the UK, Travis Perkins traces its origins to 1797. The group also owns Toolstation, Wickes, and several other major trade brands.
Did you know? Power Tool World is a family-run business that has grown into one of the North East's largest power tool retailers with a massive online catalogue.
The Einhell TE-CD 182 Li-i 18V Combi Drill is part of the ever-growing range of the Power X-Change group of tools that have an interchangeable battery across the range. This drill is ideal for home, workshop or garage and offers driving, drilling and impact drilling as part of its list of features. The quick-stop control is for your safety, and for convenience, there is a LED work light to provide lighting when your work area is dimly lit. Speed Control Variable Speed Reverse Control Reverse Action Number of Gears 2 Max Torque 44Nm No Load Speed RPM 1250 Drilling Modes Rotary and Rotary Hammer Torque Settings 20 Impact Rate BPM 18,750 The Einhell IMPAXXO 18400 18V Brushless Impact DriverWrench delivers the best of both tool operations as an impact driver as well as an impact wrench. Perfect for tradies on the road, the combined tool is suitable for a whole range of jobs in the home, the workshop and on site. Its high torque makes it an easy job to release e.g. wheel nuts. No Load Speed RPM 2100 Driving Shank 12 Square Maximum Torque 400Nm Impact Rate IPM 3300 The Einhell VARRITO 18V Cordless Multi Tool Is a flexible, high-quality helper for jobs such as sawing, grindingsanding or scraping completed effortlessly. The 12-pin-tool fixation enables flexible positioning and the speed electronics enables the tool to be adjusted to the particular material and application. Speed ControlVariable Speed No Load Speed RPM 11,000 20,000 Accessory Fitting U-Shaped Interface Oscillation Angle 3.2 The Einhell TE-CS 18165-1 Li-Solo 18V 165mm Circular Saw is simple and quick to adjust individually in cutting depth and angle of inclination, completely without tools. Thanks to the integrated LED, you have a clear view of the workpiece and ideal lighting of the working area. A spindle lock makes it easy to swap sawblades with a 20mm bore. Blade Diameter 165mm Bore Size 20mm No Load Speed RPM 4200 Cutting Capacity at 45 degrees 35mm Cutting Capacity at 90 degrees 53mm The Einhell TE-RS 18 Li 18V 125mm Rotating Sander is a beautifully compact sander with a rotating grinding disc. Unlike conventional orbital sanders, rotary sanders have a rotating grinding disc with a round grinding plate that oscillates in a circle at the same time. An integrated dust extractor is included to keep the work area clean and free of dust, and an external dust extractor can also be connected. Speed Control Variable Speed No Load Speed RPM 22000 Orbits Per Minute 11000 Base Diameter 125mm Sanding Type Disc External Dust Extraction Port Yes