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.

Hand welding redefined

Leister reinvents hand welding with the new Unidrive 500

ACER announces new rebrand

Construction marker brand ACER rebrands its name to ‘TRACER’ as of April 6 to address the increasingly important need for a less conflicting brand name.

The benefits of an integrated safety helmet and visor solution

With the various benefits it offers, demand for integrated head and face protection has never been so high. Contractors have begun to recognise the value of equipping workers with fully integrated solutions and considering this, there is also the hope that the efficacy and safety of PPE is placed firmly at the top of the agenda for purchasing policy. A white paper from safety company MSA Safety explains more.

Top marks for Bilco Smoke Vents at University of Hertfordshire

Bilco keeps students safe with heat and smoke ventilation at a large-scale university accommodation development

WernerCo announces £10 million investment plan

WernerCo has announced a £10 million investment plan, including the relocation of its UK distribution centre to a new purpose-built facility.

Festool offers more independence and precision

The new HKC 55 cordless portable circular saw with new FSK trimming rail offers several new benefits to ensure work is carried out safely and efficiently

A step up in safety

Bilco sets out to improve rooftop safety with the new Step Over Stair, which has been launched in addition to the company's roof access solutions

Instant access to your essentials

Snickers has launched a tool vest which is said to be lightweight and easy to clean

Substandard PPE remains an issue for UK workplaces

As European rules are drafted to ensure performance, many products fail to offer any real protection says manufacturer