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 DML818 is a cordless LED Bar Light, designed for wide area illumination. The DML818 is powered by 18V Li-ion LXT slide type battery, along with 42-LED daylight white bulbs, to deliver up to 1,700lm. The DML818 is equipped with 3 brightness settings via a simple button to press for low (400lm), medium (800lm) and high (1,700lm), angle adjustment and 3-lighting mode selection with mode memory function. Lighting with both lower and upper LED light bars with all 42 LED’s on, lighting with lower LED light bar only with 24 LED’s and lighting with upper LED bar only for 18 LED’s. The DML818’s illumination can be adjusted by rotating the LED Light Bar. It can be rotated 90 degrees clockwise or 180 degrees counter-clockwise, allowing the user to adjust the lighting angle. There are 7 positions with a click stop. The DML818 is fitted with a metal top hook, 3 hand strap holes and is supplied with a hand strap to allow the Bar Light to be used as a hanging work light. The telescopic hook is ideal for the automotive industry allowing the user to attach to the hood, rear door and more. Mounting width of telescopic hook 1130mm to 1900mm. DML818 is XPT dust and water resistant and folds in half for storage and transporting. Fully open, the lower bar length measures 350mm, upper bar length 280mm and the total length with both bars is 972mm. Continuous use with a fully charged BL1860B battery (not included), on high brightness setting is approximately 5 hours, 11 hours on medium brightness and 23 hours on low brightness setting.
