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 Leica DISTO D5 R Distance Measurer is one of the most precise and versatile distance measurer on the market today. The D5-R has a 200m range, even in bright sunshine, with an accuracy of 1 mm. For more precise measuring, the D5-R has a bright 2.4 LCD which displays a cross hair, as well as 4x digital zoom, so that you can be certain and precise over the distance. Triggering the measuring function has never been easier either simply wave your hand in front of the device, and it will project the laser to begin measuring. When the DISTO senses this pulse, it triggers the measurement. The Multi-functional endpiece folds out from the back of the DISTO and automatically sets the measuring point to either the rear of the DISTO or the tip of the extended endpiece. The Disto D5-R includes a Bluetooth keyboard mode in which your device, via the DISTO app, receives and stores measurements by Bluetooth. In the Smart Horizontal Mode the DISTO simultaneously measures the distance to the object and the tilt of the laser measure with only one click and then automatically calculates the precise horizontal distance. This function is very useful for precise horizontal measurements, especially over long distances, as the DISTO does not need to be aligned horizontally. If construction material, walls, hedges or people are between the laser measure and the target, this function can be used as well. Simply measure over the obstacle and the exact horizontal distance appears on the display. With the DISTO it is very easy to create a height profile in a landscape or calculate height differences in a building. The device is setup along the profile line you determine, and a reference point is measured to which the height differences should compare. The individual points are then measured. For each measured point, both the height difference and the distance to the reference point are recorded. The height profile can then be drawn from these values in your preferred CAD software.
