Tool theft affects 8 in 10 builders, finds FMB

The government needs to look into tool theft and consider the need for the introduction of tighter regulations around selling second-hand tools, and greater minimum fines for those convicted of tool theft, warns the Federation of Master Builders.

Snickers Workwear launches its new FlexiWork insulated jackets and trousers

Street-smart, stylish looks and market-leading GORE-TEX and 37.5 fabric technology make these jackets and trousers a must for winter on site or for outdoor leisure activities.

Latchways offers BIM ready portfolio

New offering gives architects and specifiers a simplified process at design stage for the incorporation of fall protection systems

Makita launches new 40V brushless circular and reciprocating saws

Makita UK has added the HS004G Circular Saw and JR001G Reciprocating Saw to its new XGT 40V Max range of high-performance cordless tools.

Working at height: Looking forward to 2019’s influencing factors

Alastair Hogg, sales director at MSA, recaps on what you need to know from the year just gone and explores what we need to be prepared for in 2019.

Bilco roof access hatch stands to attention at RAF Mildenhall

A Bilco 1270mm x 1820mm D-50T roof access hatch has been installed on The Water Well Building at RAF Mildenhall in Suffolk.

Makita launches new cordless power cutter

Makita has added a new CE002G 80VMax (40VMax x2) XGT Brushless 355mm Dry Power Cutter to its range of high-powered construction tools.

Snickers’ comfort fabrics for maximum mobility in new stretch clothing

Snickers is releasing a new range of trousers, jackets, rainwear and accessories which reportedly deliver freedom of movement

Avonside Group wins Health & Safety Gold Award

Avonside Group has secured the NFRC Health and Safety Gold Award 2020 in the UK Roofing Awards.

A new era for historic Lighthouse building

Extensive redevelopment in the Kings Cross area of London has seen the historic Lighthouse building be completely restored