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SAFETY FOOTWEAR

BUCKBOOTZ HI-VIZ S5 NEOPRENE/ RUBBER SAFETY BOOT

Code: BBZ8000 Featuring 360° refl ective and fl uorescent contrasts, non-metallic toecap and Nail Stop midsole, and with built-in ankle impact protection and Achilles support. EN/UKCA S5 HRO CI HI AN SRC Certifi ed. Size: UK 3-13 / EUR 37-47 Colours: Black/Yellow, Black/Orange, Blue/Orange

£98.90

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£85.50

Exc VAT HIGH-LEG SAFETY LACE BOOT

Code: BSH011BR Combat boot profi le, super-tough anti-scuff cap, beefy sole, drivers heel fl ex feature and extensive waterproof specifi cation. Steel toecap, non-metallic antipenetration midsole, waterproof. EN/UKCA S3 HRO SRC Certifi ed. Size: UK 6-13 / EUR 40-47 Colour: Dark brown crazy horse leather

£96.50

Exc VAT S5 NEOPRENE/ RUBBER SAFETY BOOT

Code: BBZ6000GR Features 5mm Neoprene for a comfortable fi t, steel toecap & midsole protection, Cold Insulation certifi ed, refl ective fl ash and a roll down hi-viz lining. EN/UKCA S5 HRO CI SRC Certifi ed. Size: UK 5-13 / EUR 39-47 Colours: Green/Grey, Blue/Orange, Black/Grey, Orange/Blue

£57.90

Exc VAT HI-VIZ SAFETY DEALER BOOT

Code: BVIZ3 Hi-viz waterproof elastic and leather upper with refl ective piping, wrap-around heel counter, non-metallic toecap and antipenetration midsole, static/slip/ heat/oil resistant rubber outsole and a rubber scuff protector. EN/UKCA S3 HRO SRC Certifi ed. Size: UK 6-13 / EUR 40-47 Colours: Brown/Orange, Black/ Orange, Black/Yellow £68.50 Exc VAT DEALERZ SAFETY DEALER BOOTS

Code: DEALERZ Features; metal free safety toe & safety midsole protection. Refl ective safety insert, antistatic and energy absorption at the heel. SRC maximum slip resistant rubber outsole. EN/UKCA S3 HRO SRC Certifi ed. Size: UK 6-13 / EUR 40-47 Colour: Dark brown crazy horse leather

We always knew that BBZ 6000 would be a hard act to follow but we also knew that by continually researching and developing new ideas we could produce an even better product. One with immense visual impact and bristling with innovation. One which would pick up on the amazing success of BBZ 6000 and take the S5 neoprene/rubber safety boot concept which we pioneered in 2008 on to new horizons.

BBZ 8000 brings a totally new dimension to personal safety in the workplace.

Available in: Black/Hi-Viz Yellow Black/Hi-Viz Orange Blue/Hi-Viz Orange

Sizes: 3/37 — 13/47

£98.90

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A WATERSHED MOMENT FOR WATERPROOF SAFETY BOOTS

• S5 HRO CI HI AN SRC Certified

• 5mm neoprene with rubber protection and Aerospencer breathable lining • Hi-viz colour contrasts with reflective enhancement giving 360º presence warning • Ankle and achilles protection support • Waterproof • Non-metallic • Super lightweight safety toecap • Anti-penetration NAIL STOP midsole • Antistatic • Energy absorption of the seat region • Slip, heat and oil resistant cleated rubber outsole • Cold Insulation Certified to -17°C • Heat Insulation Certification to +150ºC • Ankle protection (10J impact)

MEET TOM AUSTIN

In this issue of the Windmill, we sit down with Tom Austin, our new Valtra and Manitou Territory Sales Manager, to talk about how he started his career in farming, what he likes to get up to in his spare time and much more!

How do you prefer to start your day?

I like to start the day by feeding my dog and catching up on any motorsport highlights, whilst doing some last-minute ironing. Before heading out, I try to list a rough plan together, although I rarely end up following it.

What was your first job?

My first job was cleaning boats on the marina where I use to live when I was 13. However, I only managed to clean two boats before getting I decided it wasnt for me. On the bright side, I made £30! Back then, I thought I was loaded. After my boat career, I started as a Saturday boy at Steethay Wharf in Lichfield.

What led you to this career?

There’s farming in my family background, although not on any real scale. For my 12th birthday, I had a little Dexter project. I think this is what planted the seed in my head. It was a big step up from the Westwood mower with decks removed.

Fortunately for me, a local farmer took me under his wing during a bit of a rough time when I was in school. There, June taught me a lot about the commitment that goes into this sector, particularly the dairy side - which is where I was first taught how to ‘operate’ a machine rather than just driving it. I broke a lot of kit along the way and I can only admire their patience! I’ll always be thankful for the introduction, as I’ve realised since that the industry can be quite closed at times.

What is your greatest achievement?

My degree probably. It was hard squeezing in two jobs, University, and a social life.

Completing the Gold Duke of Edinburgh was pretty good too! It’s surprising how many hours went into it, however, I was able to spend the day at St James’s Palace and I met Prince Philip - I guess it was worth it in the end!

What are your hobbies?

Motorbikes mainly. I like to ride up and down trails in the country - I pretty much do this every weekend. I’ve played acoustic guitar since a young age too, however, I only tend to play now when an injury from the bikes occurs! Also, trips away in the campervan, I’d say I go regularly enough to class it as a hobby!

If you could be in any movie, what would it be and what character would you play?

Would have to be The Hobbit/Lord of the Rings as they’re my favourite films. Radagast the Brown I think.