What's New

October 2004

	A Pruning Tool That's Much More For more than 200 years, Spear &Jackson has been providing garden tools with the highest-quality cutting edges. The latest product in the Razorsharp range of cutting tools is the Multi-tool. Ideal for a variety of gardening tasks it includes bypass secateurs, a mini-saw, two pruning knives, a bottle opener and corkscrew. Manufactured in Sheffield, England, the blades are made from tough stainless steel and it features non-slip comfort grip. Comes with a handy storage pouch and a ten-year guarantee. Spear & Jackson Tel: (03) 8792 9999
	A Toilet Brush You Flush What could be easier…after cleaning the toilet, simply flush the scrubber away. The new Clean and Flush™ features a 100% biodegradable brush which can be flushed away after use. Made from recycled paper pulp, it contains no phosphate and is suitable for all toilets including septic systems. Available in two convenient starter packs, with refill packs also available. Sabco Tel: 1800 066 522
	An Unbelievable Saw Made in the USA, the manufacturer reckons this patented saw is faster and easier than any other saw available. Made from high-strength, heat-treated steel, the saw remains sharp indefinitely and won’t rust. With a 53cm blade and sharp teeth every 6mm, the Unbelievable Saw will easily cut through most branches up to 100mm. Ideal for hard to cut branches and tree limbs. Network Trading Tel: (03) 5367 7349
	Aviation Snips A Cut Above Developed with input from professional end-users and made in the US, this new line of Aviation Snips features more durable blades, longer cutting life and comfortable grips. A cold-form manufacturing process increases blade strength by 44% and requires 25% less cutting force. Ergonomic ProTouch™ grips are injection-molded over 12-gauge steel spines for increased rigidity and less flexing. Safety features include a protective latch allowing for one-handed opening and closing. The design gives more control by reducing the hand span by 10%. Available in straight cut, left cut, right cut and bulldog models. Irwin Industrial Tools Tel: 1800 331 491
	Baby Boa Building on the success enjoyed for many years with its innovative Strap Wrench, Boa UK has released a new and improved version of the 100mm capacity Baby Boa SBC100. It now comes with an ‘easy grip’ handle designed for user comfort. The handle is slightly curved for easier operation when positioning the tool and the new grip incorporates a hang-store facility for the toolshed wall. A universal tool, the Baby Boa will grip, hold and turn virtually any shape. New packaging displays the many and varied BOA applications, and allows potential purchasers to test grip the handle. Haron International Tel (03) 9870 9966
	Black & Decker Toys Now the kids can have their own Black & Decker tools with the release of B&D toy tools, just in time for Christmas. Made from hardy ABS plastic, the range includes a miniature drill, chainsaw, jigsaw and a four-in-one quattro. With rubber-moulded handles for comfort, they are just like the real thing. With the look, feel and sound of the real things, even the grown-ups will want a set! University Games Tel: (02) 9997 2044
	Brighten The Garden The Haloscape™ 12v Mackay 2 Tier pathlight features a bright halogen globe for brilliant white light, and are ideal for illuminating garden, landscaped areas and pathways. With summer approaching, they make a great addition to an outdoor entertainment area. Available individually or as a kit, the kit comes with four pathlights, 20VA transformer and 12m extra-low voltage cable. The lights come in an attractive Verdigris finish. HPM Tel: 1300 369 777
	Cool CAT® CAT Footwear’s new range of work boots boasts nine “steel toe” styles featuring CAT’s high performance leathers and trademark chunky tread. The footwear range draws inspiration from the American company’s 100-year industrial heritage. The Protector series features direct injected construction, molded toe-guard protection, lightweight materials and anti-bacterial linings. The boots have been certified to the Australian standard, following rigorous testing on toecaps, hides, threads, insole material, adhesives and soling materials. Pacific Brands Tel: (03) 9412 1412
	Dual Smoke Detector Fire safety market leader, First Alert®, has released a world first in fire safety products. The SCO1 is the first dual smoke alarm and carbon monoxide detector, and protects against two deadly threats. Equipped with one button to test all features, it has unique horn sounds and lights. It runs on a 9v battery. The alarm comes with a five year warranty. Portable carbon monoxide detectors are also available. Master Distributors Tel: (03) 9538 9200
	Eat To The Beat
	Get In The Drawer Retrieving items that are jammed down the back of a drawer can be a frustrating problem. The new full extension drawer slide from Howard Silvers provides a solution to this dilemma. Unlike a standard drawer slide, the full extension drawer slide allows complete and unobstructed access to the drawer, instead of part of the drawer remaining in the cupboard. The slide features a self-closing ramp to assist in the closing action, and to ensure the drawer remains closed. It is available in 400, 450 and 500mm lengths to suit most drawers. It also has a 40kg weight capacity –15kg more than most standard single extension slides. ITW Proline Tel: (02) 9757 0777
	Give The Fridge a Face Lift Fridge and Appliance Finish is a new spray paint that has been specifically developed to give a hard-wearing, high-sheen finish to any whitegood appliance. There’s no need for any primer or undercoat and the paint gives a smooth, even finish with no brush marks or blotches. One can is enough to re-colour the door of a family fridge. Available in silver, black, white or vanilla. White Knight Paints Tel: 131 686
	Heavy Duty Hammer This new range of ‘extra tough’ hammers promises to take the sweat out of heavy concrete work. Engineered in Germany, they are built with unique VTC electronics which automatically increases power output when the going gets tough. The light, die-cast magnesium gear housing increases durability and decreases the weight so the hammer can used over long periods without fatigue. In-built vibration dampening, rubber coated handles, and oversized switches ensure maximum comfort. Metabo Tel: (03) 9765 0108
	Makita You Can Wear The toughness of Makita power tools is now available in a range of workwear. The range includes trousers, shorts, boots, overalls, work shirts, T-shirts and windcheaters. These trousers are reinforced at the waist and feature eight pockets, with double velcro on the back pocket for extra security. There are handy compartments in the side pocket to hold drill bits and pens. Pads can be inserted into knee pouches if needed. An EPF UV 50 fabric rating gives protection under the sun. Makita Tel: (02) 9748 3944
	Masking Tape The brightly packaged new Oldfields Masking Tape for non-critical applications comes in three handy sizes; 24mm, 36mm & 48mm. This is a great general purpose masking tape 50m in length that is ideal for the painters’ everyday masking tape needs. Used by both the Trade and DIY market, this tape is excellent value for money. The product is available from all Oldfields outlets Australia wide. Oldfields Tel: 1300 306 888
	More Burn For Your Buck New to the range of Waxworks Classic lamp oils is a handy starter pack, comprising 12 one litre bottles of lamp oil in an assortment of fragrances including Lavender, Rain, Sandalwood, Rose, Clear, and Citronella. The starter pack means retailers can offer customers a broad range of lamp oils without the need for a huge outlay, or the need to have stocks stored out the back. The oils add ambience to outdoor entertaining, and can be used with the Waxworks range of garden and patio torches. Mayo Hardware Tel: 1300 360 211
	New Outdoor Cleaner 30 Seconds has introduced “One Step” to its range of Power Cleaners. This “spray and walk away” product works on outdoor surfaces like wood, cloth, pathways, painted surfaces, plastic, terracotta tiles and pots, concrete, roofs and metal. It kills moss, mould, lichen and algae with outstanding results, and is also biodegradable. Available in 2, 5 and 20-litre containers and a 1-litre spray pack. Dynalink Hardware Tel: (03) 9481 1366
	Pneumatic Fever AEG Power Tools has released a new 24 V cordless pneumatic hammer that delivers heavy-duty performance with finely-tuned versatility. The new, robust, versatile 24 V hammer incorporates 3 tools in 1 – drill, hammer and screwdriver – making it ideal for fixing work on site where mains power is unavailable. A powerful LokTor motor contributes to a long, reliable life and excellent performance. Atlas Copco Tools Tel: (02) 9621 9919
	Pryda's New “Standard” Pryda has released a new range of “standard”, competitively priced post anchors that still comply with the company’s strict design criteria for high quality products. The new “standard” series features a 4mm thick stirrup, hot-dipped galvanised coating, 25mm stem and leg lengths from 65mm to 600mm. Each leg length offers stirrups in 90mm, 100mm, 115mm and 125mm widths. Pryda Australia Tel : (03) 9706 5488
	Pump Up the Heat Dux Hot Water has launched a new water heater – the Heatpro – based on environmentally-friendly heat pump technology. The company says the system is quieter and provides more installation options than its competitors. The Heatpro is a split system combining the standard, proven Dux tank with a separate air-forced heat pump unit. Dux Hot Water Tel: (02) 8748 9126
	Roofing In A Zip Roof Zips™, developed and manufactured by Buildex, are roof fasteners that are quicker to start and easier to use on steep, sloping roofs. Highly versatile, they are can be used in a host of materials including hardwood, softwood, thin metal battens and steel purlins up to 1.9mm thick. Other unique product features include larger head design, superior Class 4 coating, specially designed buttress thread, an exclusive patent protected point design. Roof Zips are available in packs of 100, and a bulk box of 1,000. In addition, 25 different coloured Roof Zips are offered in trade packs of 100. ITW Proline Tel: 1800 451 499
	Sounds In The Garden Ever craved the soothing sounds of the rainforest in your garden? The Sounds In The Garden range comprises four products – a Toucan, a Macaw, a rock and a stump – that produce sounds such as birds in the rainforest and cicadas at dusk. Team the Toucan or Macaw with leafy, green plants to create a serene outdoor sanctuary. The products are weather-resistant, easy to install and come complete with two power source options. Waterwerks Tel: 1800 552 777
	Talon Tough Lawn Mower An established name in garden and power tools, Talon Tools has now moved into the lawn mower market. The new Eagle Cut & Catch is powered by the four-stroke Talon Surefire 145 engine which has been tested to withstand the Australian climate. The mower features a large steel deck with 480mm cutting widths, and a 12-position height adjustment lever that allows cutting heights from 12.5mm to 89mm. It also has swing back blades, large capacity catchers, upturned comfort grip handles and handle lock levers for easy storage. It is covered by Talon’s 24-month warranty. Talon Tools Tel: 1300 552 269
	This Barrow's A Buddy The new ‘Barrow Buddy’™ is a handy companion for the household wheel barrow. Several years of experimentation and various prototypes were created before the manufacturers came up with the final design, which they claim, fits all wheel barrows. Great for holding garden tools, it ensures the tools don’t get lost in the contents of the wheel barrow—how many pairs of secateurs have been thrown out with the weeding? It can also be used to hold dog washing gear, for those who wash their pooches in a wheel barrow, or even ice and cans of drink. Light and robust, the patented Barrow Buddy is made in Australia from 100% recycled plastic material. D & B Wholesale Tel: (03) 9885 1855

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