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PRODUCT OF THE YEAR

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A product that is new, innovative and ticks the most important retail boxes for you.

VOTE FOR YOUR PRODUCT OF THE YEAR CONTESTANT The DIY and Industrial Trade News Product

The response has been phenomenal with more

When voting answer the following:

of the year is a new category added to the

than 60 product entries across the DIY spectrum

• Is the product practical and

annual DIY Awards. Suppliers have entered

and from various manufacturers and distributors.

products that tick all the boxes relevant to

useful for consumers • Does the product offer value for money

hardware retail including merchandising

Retailers are requested to vote for their preferred

appeal, innovation, after sales service,

product. Examine the 63 entries and cast your

packaging and anything else that helps

vote by visiting www.DIYtradenews.co.za and

their products to sell.

clicking on the Product of the Year button.

• Does the product offer reasonable retail margins • Does the manufacturing/distributing company offer after sales service and good advice • Are you confident the product will have

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minimal returns for whatever reason • Is the product well marketed and merchandised by the manufacturer/ distributor • Does the product deliver what it promises

The winners will be announced in November at the annual DIY Awards 2019.

TOPLINE 88pc GARAGE MECHANIC TOOLSET

GEDORE 172 PIECE SOCKET SET

TOLSEN 60 PIECE MECHANICS TOOLKIT

The Tolsen 60 piece mechanics kit has become a top seller with many a mechanical workshop in South Africa choosing Tolsen as its Topline’s very own 88pc Garage Mechanic Toolset offers a set above the rest. Store it all in this metal cantilever toolbox that has three floors and five drawers. Incased is a full range of top value tools and accessories that serve a range of DIY purposes, with 100% quality guaranteed.

DISTRIBUTOR: Topline Tools

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The Gedore 172 piece socket set comes in a high density plastic case with

go to brand for quality and affordability Sturdy five cantilever powder coated toolbox.

metal hinges and fasteners and has all the tools

Scratch and chip resitiant coating for longevity.

one would need to fasten just about anything.

The convex base on the toolbox adds to the

The set accomodates 172 pieces of 1/4” 1/2”

overall structual integrity of the box. Custom

and 3/8” sockets and has all the extensions,

superior foam inserts ensure that tools always

ratchets and attachments

have a place in the box.

All Gedore Tools come with a lifetime guarantee.

This toolkit carries a lifetime gaurantee

Dimensions: L 452 x W 340 x D 86 mm

(T&C’s apply) and all tools are replaceable and

CODE: 3300058

are readily available from Marshal Tools.

DISTRIBUTOR: Gedore

DISTRIBUTOR: Marshal Tools

PRODUCT OF THE YEAR The 'Product of the year’ entries are not just about the best quality product on the market, but about being a win-win combination product for both suppliers, retailers and consumers. Ask yourself this before you vote is this product: • Merchandisable • A Fast mover • Offer reasonable product margin • Of good quality • Supported with after-sales services

ALPEN SMASH AND SHARP

Q20 MULTI PURPOSE LUBRICANT

BAHCO 1610 QUICK — ADJUST

Both the Alpen Dust Extractor Smash and Sharp do similar

Q20 Multi Purpose

jobs such as drilling and dust

Lubricant is a leading

extraction in one single step,

multi-purpose

offering clean, dust free drilling

lubricant that protects

of holes for inserting chemical

against corrosion,

anchors and perfect

stops rust, lubricates

for working in critical

sticky mechanisms

areas that must be

and displaces

kept free of dust,

moisture from

The quick adjustable

and saving the

electrical systems.

pipe wrench from Bahco

users from the dangers of dust

Q20 Multi Purpose

includes a new quick

which is a normal health problem

Lubricant is the ideal

adjusting feature that allows

on site. They remove drill dust

light duty lubricant

the user to adjust jaw width

where it originates from the

for use in the home,

10 times faster than a standard

tip. Plus saving one the time of

garage and workshop.

pipe wrench, with a two component

DISTRIBUTOR:

Ergo handle to increase grip and

CRC

reduce hand injury.

cleaning up the work site and cutting valuable work time.

DISTRIBUTOR: Vermont Sales

GLUE DEVIL SCREW IT

DISTRIBUTOR: Bahco

SAWSTOP PORTABLE JOB SAW

The Rawl Plug 4ALL

Glue Devil Screw It

Universal Plug is a

is the ultimate combined

high-performance

building adhesive and

nylon plug for all types

sealant, based on hybrid

of substrates.

polymer technology,

This comprehensive

with the strength to both

product range

bond and seal everything

covers all that

to anything in virtually

one needs, and

all conditions, even

nothing is left

underwater or in the rain.

Glue Devil Screw it offers

The SawStop Portable Job Saw is the perfect

almost limitless benefits as

saw for hobbyists, contractors, cabinet

an adhesive and a sealant

makers and DIY’ers. Safety comes first, and is

removing the previous

followed by unmatched quality, precision and

application barriers

meticulous engineering. SawStop saws are

associated with conventional

built to last, built to cut, and built to protect.

products. It combines the

The SawStop Jobsite Saw packs all of the

best features of acrylic

safety of SawStop’s revolutionary blade brake,

sealer, polyurethanes and

plus a raft of other innovative features, into a

silicones into one product.

compact, portable table saw.

This is an excellent fixing

RAWL PLUG 4ALL UNIVERSAL PLUG

Whether on the jobsite or at home, you can

adhesive that replaces nails,

rest easy with the safety and peace of mind of

screws and other mechanical fixings.

a SawStop saw.

DISTRIBUTOR: National Adhesive Dist.

DISTRIBUTOR: Vermont Sales

to chance, the unique internal design provides a positive grip for screws. Anti-rotational lugs promote grip in a wide range of substrates including soft masonry materials. The rib detail at plug head provides added grip. The expanding section is designed to collapse in hollow materials and provides a positive grip behind surfaces. The unique 4-way expansion allowing application in any substrate material and type. The solid head design provides strength whilst the plug is installed.

DISTRIBUTOR: Vermont Sales DIY & INDUSTRIAL TRADE NEWS SEPTEMBER 2019

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DURAM COLOR PRO

OLFA MXP KNIFE The new MXP-L (wheel lock) design with its solid 18mm blade

Duram ColorPro offers a wide range of premium stir-in paint colours specifically formulated to tint white Duram interior and exterior paints. Add beautiful colour to your home with these quick and easy to mix colours. Each high performance, concentrated colour can produce three consistent shades that offer rich, long lasting colour quality.

It is UV- and weather-resistant.

DISTRIBUTOR: Duram

TORK CRAFT CORDLESS OSCILLATING TOOL

new 12-volt cordless oscillating power tool.

These tools have become very popular as they are easy to handle, light weight, so users can operate it effectively with one-hand. This tool does a host of different jobs, having a large selection of cutting blades or heads that will cut through almost anything. It is also designed to sand, scrape polish and clean – it’s the perfect maintenance clean-up tool.

It comes standard with a long Li-Ion battery, a fast charger, a variety of sample blades and heads, an HSS steel cutter, a high tensile steel scraper, a sanding pad and three different sanding grits.

DISTRIBUTOR: Vermont Sales SEPTEMBER 2019 DIY & INDUSTRIAL TRADE NEWS

The Ingco Industrial six Piece Screwdriver

handle, with its chrome-plated

Set has become an Ingco best seller.

and hardened blade channel,

Featuring three flat blades and three

takes Olfa to a new level in the

Phillips blades, these Cr-V screwdrivers

cutting industry. The MXP-L equips

have been ergonomically designed for

the solidly built single-piece metal

maximum performance and

wheel lock with a satin finished

maximum comfort.

surface, which is especially designed

Ingco has taken

for a comfortable grip, adds to the

the lowly

visual harmony of its premium robust

screwdriver and

new finish.

elevated it into a

The new MXP -AL (Auto Lock) with

work of art at an

its X-design, solid 18mm handle, is also

affordable price.

fitted with a chrome-plated and hardened

DISTRIBUTOR: Skillcraft Agencies

blade channel. The MXP-AL features an advanced Auto-Lock slider which is wide and thin designed not to get in the way of the comfortable grip.

DISTRIBUTOR: Vermont Sales

abe SUPER LAYKOLD super laykold is a

The Tork Craft Cordless Oscillating Tool is a

INGCO INDUSTRIAL SIX PIECE SCREWDRIVER SET

RAWLPLUG DIRECT FASTENING NAILER

paintable rubberised

The R-RAWL-SC40II Gas powered nailer

bitumen emulsion

has a pin range from 15 to 38mm providing a

which is used

wide range of applications. A simplified depth

together with a.b.e.

adjustment design provides the end user

membrane to provide

with easy but accurate depth of drive control.

a liquid waterproofing

A removable magnetic nose tip is included

system that can be

for attaching metal clips and ceiling hangers.

used even totally

Users can safely and comfortably perform in

immersed in water. It is

all overhead applications.

ideal for waterproofing

DISTRIBUTOR: Vermont Sales

areas such as flashings, parapet walls, flat roofs, and also for sealing joints, laps, and screws on corrugated roofs.

The product is an all-in-one system, which generally does not require the use of separate primers. It has excellent adhesion and is tough, flexible and non-toxic; and it can safely be used in potable water conditions.

It is koi fish-friendly. Super laykold offers a 7-year product quality guarantee.

DISTRIBUTOR: a.b.e. Construction Chemicals

PRODUCT OF THE YEAR The 'Product of the year’ entries are not just about the best quality product on the market, but about being a win-win combination product for both suppliers, retailers and consumers. Ask yourself this before you vote is this product: • Merchandisable • A Fast mover • Offer reasonable product margin • Of good quality • Supported with after-sales services

MALCO TURBOSHEAR

QUICK ACTION WATER PUMP PLIER

BESSEY GEAR CLAMPS

This Pantented design for the Kendo Quick Action Water Pump Pliers releases when used in one-hand operation.

It is made from chrome The Malco TurboShear range

vanadium material to last

transforms your drill into multiple

for longer and is finished

cutting machines for metal roof

in black phosphate.

cutters, a heavy duty mild and

It has a ergonomic

The Bessey gear clamp

galvanised steel and double

comfort-grip handle.

range masters clamping

shear cutters.

CODE: KEN11409

applications in a comfortable

This range of Malco TurboShears fit a drill you already own and can make easy cross cuts fast,

way even in the tightest of

DISTRIBUTOR: Matus

spaces. The gear assembly in the sliding arm makes it possible to clamp parallel with

lengthwise cuts, and precise circular

the work piece. The handle is separate

and square outlet cuts in large or

from the spindle and positioned around the rail

small pattern corrugated metal roofing

allowing the handle to turn close to the work

and common trapezoidal pattern metal

piece. A quick release button allows for a broad

roofing panels.

range of adjustments along the sliding arm.

DISTRIBUTOR: Vermont Sales

DISTRIBUTOR: Vermont Sales

BONDHUS PIVOT HEAD HEX AND TORX WRENCH

KREG TRACK HORSE

FESTOOL ISC 240 SAW

The Kreg Track Horse makes it easy to set up

The new Festool ISC 240

The Pivot Head Hex

a sturdy work support anywhere to make any

takes sawing to a

and Torx wrenches

place your workspace. The steel and aluminium

completely new level, it’s

allow tool users to

Track Horse goes beyond an ordinary sawhorse,

perfectly coordinated

insert the wrench into

thanks to dual-mode clamping with an included

blade sets with guided

socket head screw

Kreg Bench Clamp, adjustable legs, and the

saw for fast, clean

then pivote around

ability to accept a sacrificial cutting surface.

and precise cutting of

obstacles.

The Track Horse is portable, and expandable

flexible mineral and

by pairing with a second Track Horse, or with a

natural fibre, insulating

consists of long

Kreg Mobile Project Centre.

materials and insulated

handles for extra

DISTRIBUTOR: Vermont Sales

boards. Special saw blades

The product range

reach, heat treated

ensure fast work and an

high quality industrial

extra-long tool life even

tools steel units and

when cutting insulated

matte chrome finish to

materials up to 350mm thick.

prevent corrosion. The tool line up includes

Available in two lengths

L-Wrenches:, Torx

(240mm/350mm) the blades can be easily

tools, ProHold, Torx

changed without tools, thanks to the quick-

bits BallStar Tips, Tamper Resistant Torx

change system. This mobile and robust unit

units, Wing and Flag tools, Torx Wing Tools,

has complete cordless mobility thanks to 18V

Torx Flag Tools, GorillaGrip Fold Ups,

lithium ion battery pack, its works at high

Torx T-Handles, Torx Screwdrivers and

speed with minimal effort even when working

Torx Socket Bits.

with the thickest of material.

DISTRIBUTOR: Vermont Sales

DISTRIBUTOR: Vermont Sales DIY & INDUSTRIAL TRADE NEWS SEPTEMBER 2019

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INGCO 950W INDUSTRIAL ANGLE GRINDER

MARSHAL SPRAYPAINT

COLD GLUE

• A 350ml can volume/size – bigger than the industry

The original and best-selling

standard – larger than the industry standard • Comfort spray nozzle – bigger sized nozzle compared to industry standard for less finger fatigue after long periods of use • Quick drying, hardwearing acrylic resin based formula • Lead and Toluene free.

DISTRIBUTOR: Marshal Tools

Alcolin Cold Glue has been a household name for almost 60 years. It is a high quality, PVA adhesive that forms a bond stronger than wood; ideal for professional woodworkers in assembly, doweling, laminating,

The Ingco 950W Industrial Angle Grinder

veneering and finger jointing

is the original baby grinder that first broke all

and suitable for DIY projects

the rules. It is an industrial 950W angle grinder

as it bonds a variety of

at an unbeatable price point for its quality and

materials. It is no wonder

performance. This grinder has stood its

that Alcolin Cold Glue has

ground against the other industrial power

been a necessity in

tool brands in the South African marketplace.

workshops and for

It has quickly become an essential part of the

DIY enthusiasts alike.

contractor’s toolkit.

DISTRIBUTOR: Permoseal

DISTRIBUTOR: Skillcraft Agencies

CADEX'S PNEUMATIC NAILER

wood glue in South Africa,

CARIMIG 200 LCD INVERTER WELDER

AQUA-METALPRIME

The Cadex Pneumatic Nailer increases the

The Carimig 200 LCD inverter welder is a

Excelsior

comprehensive range of high-quality pneumatic

multiprocess DC inverter welder with LCD

Aqua-Metalprime

tools. Cadex tools are ideal for trim, mouldings,

screen. The Carimig series is ideal for DIY

is a high quality

cabinetry, decorative work and all fine finishing

projects or for light maintenance.

water-based

and precision wood working.

The V1/23.35B is super lightweight (0.97 kgs) and is well balanced, with a fine precision nose for easy aiming. It has a rear exhaust which aids quieter operation.

The swivel coupler plug allows for freedom of movement and lessens the load on the wrist.

DISTRIBUTOR: Vermont Sales

SPECIFICATION • Main Voltage: 220V • Duty Cycle: 20% @40 degrees • Welding Current Range: 20-200 amps • MMA welding current: 10-180 amps • TIG welding current: 10-180 amps • MIG welding current: 40-200 amps • Weight: 18kg • Protection class: IP21S

anti-corrosive primer for steel and galvanised iron. It’s a superior waterbased primer for use on mild steel surfaces with exceptional adhesion to properly degreased galvanised sheeting. It also contains

CODE MAT9079

anti-corrosive pigments to prevent rust.

DISTRIBUTOR: Matus

The product can be top-coated with waterbased emulsion paints and decorative enamel paints once cured properly (not to be topcoated with epoxy or automotive enamels) • Highly recommended for lightly ‘keyed’ PVC and plastic piping • Quick drying with excellent coverage and prevents red rust and white rust (zinc-oxide) Pack Sizes: 20, 5 and 1L. DISTRIBUTOR: Excelsior Paints

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PRODUCT OF THE YEAR The 'Product of the year’ entries are not just about the best quality product on the market, but about being a win-win combination product for both suppliers, retailers and consumers. Ask yourself this before you vote is this product: • Merchandisable • A Fast mover • Offer reasonable product margin • Of good quality • Supported with after-sales services

INGCO INDUSTRIAL 20V LI-ION CORDLESS DRILL KIT The Ingco Industrial 20V Li-Ion Cordless Drill is the epitome of how Ingco is rewriting

BRAAI COAT

M.TRIM DĒCOR

Excelsior Braai Coat is a specially formulated

The M.Trim Décor Universal

self-priming quick-drying paint for use on

Colour range matches or

mild steel surfaces that are exposed to high

the rules of how affordable a tool can be at

compliments 90% of

temperatures. It is ideal for mild steel surfaces

the highest performance level. This 45Nm drill

neutral or earth tone tiles

for braai’s and fireplaces and supports high

is part of the new Ingco P20S range which will

in the industry with over

temperatures up to 600°C.

include over 100 cordless

15 colours to choose from.

• No priming required

Round, triangle, straight

• Quick-drying

and square profiles enable

• Spread rate:

users to create a design

7m² per litre

that enhances the overall

• Application:

finish of the tile. The profiles

Brush or airless

range is so aggressively

have external corner

spray

priced that it will finally make

piecess to prevent

• Pack sizes:

sharp mitred connections

5 and 1L

and creates a smooth

DISTRIBUTOR: Excelsior Paints

flowing look on a floor or

products working off the same 20V battery by the end of next year. The Ingco P20S

cordless power tools accessible to anyone.

DISTRIBUTOR: Skillcraft Agencies

BOSTIK ACRYLIC 90ml TUBE

counter top.

DISTRIBUTOR: Kirk Marketing

RAPID EG212 GLUE GUN

YALE SECURITY SAFES WITH ALARM

Bostik Acrylic 90ml is a general purpose

Yale is the first manufacturer that is able

water based acrylic sealant that is low in

to supply a full range of compliant safes

odour and non-toxic. Now available in a

which meet the new domestic standard

convenient 90ml tube and ideal for quick

(SANS 1761:2017).

Consumers can feel assured that their

repairs as it is paintable in one hour. It is flexible, crack resistant and provides a

valuables are secure in a safe which not only

smooth finish so no need for sanding. Its non-

meets high manufacturer standards, but has

slump properties make it easy

also has been tested to meet the specific

to apply on vertical

security standards enforced by the SABS.

surfaces and is

The safes are available in four sizes to cater

suitable for interior and exterior use.

Ideal for filling gaps, caulking, grouting, jointing and provides excellent adhesion to most building materials like concrete, wood, brick, stone, skirting boards, metal and

For quick, effortless home repairs and creative decoration tasks around the house, this smart, great value, ergonomically designed glue gun is the perfect solution.

to various needs and all feature blue-lit LCD screens, integrated internal LED illumination, tamper alarm and anti-bump technology.

DISTRIBUTOR: Yale Security

Supplied with an adjustable stand for more efficient glue application, other features include a soft grip trigger for increased control and comfort, and silicone nozzle protection. This glue gun is for 12mm glue sticks with a 250 g/h glue output. All it takes

built-in cupboards.

is 3-6 min heating time and you can start on

DISTRIBUTOR: Permoseal

guarantee.

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YALE KEYLESS CONNECTED SMART LOCK AND HUB

SISTA RENEW

INGCO COMBINATION GRASS TRIMMER AND BUSH CUTTER

Make sealant joints look like new again with The Smart Digital Door Lock and Hub

Sista Renew from Henkel. The product is easy

allow users to remotely control door entry.

to apply with the integrated auto-smoothing

View audit trails, grant or amend authorisation

applicator, is long lasting and mould resistant.

time periods in the week using the Yale Home

FEATURES

app. In addition to smartphone control, users

• Sealant-Anti-

can also utilise PIN codes, RF tags and cards.

DISTRIBUTOR: Yale Security

The Ingco Combination Grass Trimmer and

access and schedules for specific days and

Bush Cutter is a 43cc, 1.25kW machine with

fungus

a powerful two stroke

• No smell

motor. These machines

• Perfect adhesion

are working day after

to existing

day all across South

silicone sealants

Africa giving users the

• Ideal for use in

satisfaction of industrial

bathroom joints

performance at an

and kitchens

affordable price.

• Triple protection system: repels,

DISTRIBUTOR: Skillcraft Agencies

prevents and kills.

DISTRIBUTOR: Henkel

3in1 GLOSS ENAMEL The Excelsior 3in1 Gloss Enamel uutperforms conventional QD Enamels. It saves on additional labour and time and is a specially formulated quickdrying, labour-saving industrial enamel formulated for brush, spray or dipping applications.

It contains your primer, undercoat and topcoat all-in-one, no need for individual products.

• Contains anti-corrosive pigments for increased durability, outperforms conventional QD Enamels.

• Ideal for use on steel poles, fencing, sheets or structural steel where exceptional durability needs to be achieved.

DISTRIBUTOR: Excelsior Paints

ALPEN FORCE X With the new Alpen Force X, reinforced concreate is no longer a tough opponent for Alpen.

Extremely precise holes can be created in the shortest time. This is due to the detailed solutions the experts in drilling developed especially for such challenges. The design of the new drill bit with four tungsten carbide cutting edges, which don’t get caught when they encounter steel or other obstacles and continue a straight-line drill path. The progressive spiral design is faster at transporting/ removing the drill dust, which in turn increases the work rhythm.

DISTRIBUTOR: Vermont Sales

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NO MORE NAILS Pattex No More Nails Invisible leaves no trace once it dries. It also offers the strength and transparency you want.

• Instant Tack solvent–free dispersion formula • Translucent after drying • Once dry users can paint over it • High adhesion especially wood to wood • Gap filling up to 10mm • Minimum application temperature +10°C • Low odour This product provides unparalleled support for fitting heavier objects in many DIY and repair jobs.

DISTRIBUTOR: Henkel

PRODUCT OF THE YEAR The 'Product of the year’ entries are not just about the best quality product on the market, but about being a win-win combination product for both suppliers, retailers and consumers. Ask yourself this before you vote is this product: • Merchandisable • A Fast mover • Offer reasonable product margin • Of good quality • Supported with after-sales services

CONTACT ADHESIVE

SIKAFLEX-11FC+

The Pattex contact adhesive is Toluene

Rust-Stop is a 2 in 1 rust converter and

free, high heat resistance up to 80˚ and has excellent bonding strength on wood, leather, metal, rubber, china and most resin laminates ( eg panelytes).

• It is flexible and is resistant to water, heat, acids, alkalines and chemicals • 10-15 minutes open time • Flexible bond • User friendly.

DISTRIBUTOR: Henkel

RUST-STOP

primer which converts red rust to a stable film Sikaflex-11FC+ a

and stops further corrosion. It is easy to use for

leading joint sealant and

interior and exterior areas where it is difficult to

multipurpose adhesive

remove red rust completely. It reacts chemically

used as a joint sealant for

with rust and effectively stops further corrosion.

vertical and horizontal

• Water-based for

joints, Soundproofing

easy clean up

of pipes between

• Can be over-coated

concrete and

with a variety of

sheathing and bonding of

top-coats (alkyd

window sills, thresholds,

enamels, acrylic

steps, skirting boards,

emulsions, vinyl’s,

base boards, crash

polyurethanes and

protection boards, etc. A

epoxies)

must have in any DIY box.

Pack Sizes:

DISTRIBUTOR: Sika

5 and 1L DISTRIBUTOR: Excelsior Paints

TANGIT PVC-U WELD CEMENT

DULUX EASYCARE

Tangit is a solvent borne PVC-U Weld Cement.

New Dulux Easycare with stain resist

• All pressure 0-16 bar

technology is the ideal choice for longer lasting

• All temperature -30°C to + 60°C

interiors. It is the ultimate water repellent and

• The bond is flexible, waterproof and resistant

stain resistant paint that keeps your home

to heat and pressure.

• Tangit can be used to join PVC and ABS pipes for pressure applications.

• Can be used for electrical conduits, gas piping and water pipes.

DISTRIBUTOR: Henkel

YALE SMART HOME ALARM KIT

looking better for longer. Matt paint now even tougher and more washable.

• Longer lasting • Scuff and stain resistant • Easy to clean • Low odour The stain resist

The Yale Smart Home Alarm Kit gives you

technology

complete control of your alarm system directly

makes the

from your Smartphone using the easy to use

paint washable

and intuitive Yale Smart Home Alarm App.

and tough. It

The ecosystem alarm allows you to expand

repels water

the system to include Yale Smart Locks and

based spills like

surveillance products too.

coffee, wine, tomato sauce,

KIT INCLUDES:

non-permanent

• 1 x Smart Alarm Hub with built-in 94dB siren

marker, mud and

• 1 x Indoor PIR motion detector

orange juice.

• 1 x PIR Image Camera

DISTRIBUTOR: Dulux

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LOCTITE 60SEC. Loctite 60sec. all purpose glue is the glue that bonds in just 60sec. No more waiting and clamping.

• Repositionable within 60 sec • Fast drying • Flexible • Transparent gel • Solvent free • Non-drip gel • Ideal for large surfaces (wood, metal, leather, ceramic, stone, rubber, plastic)

PATTEX REPAIR EXTREME

CEMFLEX

It’s strong Flextec Polymer formulation inside is

Cemflex is a leading waterproofing

perfectly suitable for repairs in and around your

solution that is asked for by name.

house. It resists temperature variants, water

Cemflex is a submersible waterproofer

and shocks and performs in elastic applications.

and bonding agent used to waterproof shower floors and walls, ponds, balcony

PRODUCT FEATURES AND BENEFITS

and veranda floors (under tiles) and

• Flexible/

retaining

Shock resistance

walls. Cemflex

• Gap filling

improves

• Multi materials

the water

• Indoor/Outdoor

resistance

use • Temperature resistance

and adhesion of Portland cement based

• Waterproof

composites.

DISTRIBUTOR: Henkel

DISTRIBUTOR: Sika

DISTRIBUTOR: Henkel

HOSE CONNECTORS

EVO-STIK STICKS LIKE SHI*T

ALCOLIN PERMOBOND

Wedgit hose couplings are tough and made

The all-weather adhesive that sticks where

Alcolin Permobond is the builder’s best friend.

from a high-grade UV- stabilised engineering

others fail. Sticks Like Sh*t has superior bond

This high quality bonding liquid is the key

polymer resulting in superior mechanical

strength, resists extreme temperatures and

ingredient to every building project as it can be

strength and rigidity – and with reduced

movement and even sticks to wet surfaces. It

used when painting, building, waterproofing and

moving parts, offer a very robust alternative to

instantly bonds wood,

more. It is ideal to:

the current standard hose connectors.

plastic, brick, metal,

The hose nut insures

stone, plaster and

an unequalled bond

many other materials

to the hose (any

with a virtually

type of hose) whilst

unbreakable grip. This

a young child can

product is available in

1. Prime or toughen friable and porous surfaces, 2. Improve the adhesion of paint to old surfaces, 3. Enhance the performance of screeds, plasters, renders, mortars and tile adhesives,

4. Form a waterproof barrier coat when diluting with water and adding to cement

connect Wedgit to the

clear and white.

No building site is complete without a bucket of

tap or an accessory

• No surface preparation

Alcolin Permobond.

with ease. Connectors

needed

are available for

• Weather proof

both 12mm (1/2″)

• Fool proof

and 19mm (3/4″)

• Suitable for polyester

garden hoses. The

and mirrors

couplings are Leak-

You can use Sticks

free and tested to

Like Sh*t in any weather,

17 bars (three times

however extreme. Its bond is

municipal water

unaffected by temperatures

pressure).

as high as 100°C and as low

DISTRIBUTOR: Vermont Sales

as minus 40°C.

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DISTRIBUTOR: Permoseal

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PRODUCT OF THE YEAR The 'Product of the year’ entries are not just about the best quality product on the market, but about being a win-win combination product for both suppliers, retailers and consumers. Ask yourself this before you vote is this product: • Merchandisable • A Fast mover • Offer reasonable product margin • Of good quality • Supported with after-sales services

PLASCON MICATEX

LOCTITE POWERFLEX

Plascon Micatex takes the guesswork out of

If you break it you can fix it with

painting the outside of a building with colours to complement any project. They are not just timelessly elegant, they are backed by the unrivalled

Loctite Powerflex: • Non drip rubber infused gel formula • Anti-clog cap

protection that only Micatex can offer

• Resistant to shocks

Micatex has several unique features:

• Solvent free

• Twice the film thickness of conventional paints • 23% Stronger than leading competitor • Specified by leading architects for over 25 years • Low dirt pick up which means walls stay cleaner for longer • Prevents future damp problems • Most preferred textured finish DISTRIBUTOR:

• Can be used for flexible materials • Bonds in seconds • Ideal for rubber, leather, wood, metal, porcelain, paper, plastic (except polyethylene, polypropylene,

GALVANISED IRON PRIMER

the hard-wearing areas of interiors and exteriors.

With no lead and low VOC, Velvaglo water-based is environmentally friendly while providing tough durability and protection against stains and chipping.

shocks, temperature variations and perform in elastic applications.

• Multi materials • Indoor/Outdoor use • All Surfaces • Gap filling • Dries transparent • Flexible • Temperature -50°c to 80°C DISTRIBUTOR: Henkel

synthetic fibres)

PLASCON VELVAGLO

for a long lasting luxurious sheen finish even in

flexible polymer chains developed to resist

styropor and

Plascon

unique non-drip formulation, perfectly crafted

The Flextec polymer technology combines

car glass,

DISTRIBUTOR: Henkel

Plascon Velvaglo Water-Based Enamel has a

PATTEX 100% POWER GLUE

PROMAC EASYCOAT SILK

The Excelsior

Introducing Easycoat Silk from Promac Paints,

Galvanised

a modern paint for modern living. Easycoat Silk

Iron Primer is

is a water based subtle sheen, which has been

designed

specially formulated to decorate and protect

for steel,

interior and exterior surfaces.

galvanised

• Lead free, less than 90ppm

iron and

• Smooth silk finish, fully washable

• Easy to use, easy to clean.

zincalume. It

• Available in white and standard colours

• Quick-drying, non-drip formulation

supports rust

• Lower odour

• Semi-gloss satin finish which is washable, tough

prevention and

• Durable protective coating

is a superior

• UV and weather resistant

water-based

• Easy to apply

primer for use

• Water

and mar resistant • AquatoughTM protective barrier - heat, steam, chip & stain resitant • No undercoat is

on galvanised iron surfaces (ie corrugated

required on enamel

iron, I.B.R etc) with exceptional adhesion to

surfaces sanded to

properly degreased galvanised sheeting.

a matt finish • EcokindTM

It also contains anti-corrosive pigments to prevent rust. It can be overcoated with

formulation – Low

emulsion paints and decorative enamel paints

VOC and low odour

once cured properly (It is the recommended

• Non-yellowing

primer for the Excelsior Premium Satin Roof

• Plascon 12 year

Acrylic on galvanised iron surfaces).

guarantee DISTRIBUTOR: Plascon

clean-up • 8 year guarantee DISTRIBUTOR: Promac

Quick drying with excellent coverage.

Pack Sizes: 20L, 5 and 1L DISTRIBUTOR: Excelsior Paints DIY & INDUSTRIAL TRADE NEWS SEPTEMBER 2019

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A product that is new, innovative and ticks the most important retail boxes for you.

FLIGHT HAND CLEANER

FROGZEGGZ

FELO COMBINATION PLIER

These new innovative Felo 160mm Insulated pliers meet the VDE IEC 60900 FrogzEggz from Pratley is the new, highly

standards and are GS tested

Flight Hand Cleaner is solvent based, which

versatile, hard setting hand mouldable plastic

for safety. They are Heavy-

gives it the edge in removing tough dirt, including

with 1001 uses.

Duty and offer High-Leverage with

almost any inustrial dirt.

• Sets ultra hard and tough

Ergonomic handles for comfort, complete with

• Easy to use

Slip-stop wings for a secure grip. They are

and dirt from just about any surface. It is also

• Non-toxic

easy to identify with its Felo red, yellow, white

Lanolin-enriched to give a soothing effect and to

• Completely reusable

handles and the grey special matte chromium

ensure that hands and skin are well looked after.

• Biodegradable

surface plier tool end.

DISTRIBUTOR: CRC

DISTRIBUTOR: Pratley

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It will remove and clean almost all grease, grime

ALPEN SPRINT MASTER

DUOPOWER NYLON PLUG

DURAM ARMATEX

Duram Armatex is a tough, flexible fine textured The Alpen Sprint Master is a universal twist

The combination of two different materials –

exterior wall paint that covers hairline cracks and

drill bit that reduces the drilling time by a third

a red plug tip for safe fixing in solid building

hides plaster imperfections.

due to optimised drill bit geometry. This is

material, with expansion wings for bracing,

It is an attractive long lasting wall paint for exterior

made possible by the special Alpen innovative

and a grey plug base for folding in cavities –

walls and trims, and ideal for new or previously

cutting edge. Another plus point is the drill

makes the DuoPower nylon plug the most

painted surfaces.

bit’s offer a three times longer service life, due

technically-advanced anchoring system from fischer.

• Endurance wall paint with an 8-year guarantee

to Alpen’s high quality HSS steel and the tool undergoes a special heat treatment. The Alpen

The combination of both a hard and

Sprint Master is particularly suitable for use in

soft component allows for optimal push-in

hand-held drills or for machining alloyed and

and tightening torque for the best

unalloyed steel.

installation feedback.

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DISTRIBUTOR: Upat

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• Durable, long lasting and weather resistant • Excellent obliteration • Low odour and low VOC • Water-based – water clean up • Excellent recoating properties DISTRIBUTOR: Duram