Yorkshire independent builders merchant Merritt & Fryers has become one of the first companies in the UK to take delivery of the new Combilift 4 wheel sideloader.

Hiab, part of Cargotec, has launched its new X-series of loader crane models at a global press event in Berlin, Germany.

Plumbers merchant Graham has launched its new NOVIPro tools range, developed specifically to meet the needs of plumbers and heating engineers.

Independent builders merchant buying society NMBS has cemented its relationship with tool supplier Makita by taking delivery of the new Makita 4amp Battery.

Insulation manufacturer Isover has launched the G3 Touch mineral wool insulation, which is being rolled out across its full range of UK-manufactured products.

Builders merchant Jewson has donated free building materials worth £10,000 to help convert an old council building into a soft play centre for children with disabilities in Benton, Newcastle upon Tyne.

Plumbers merchant Plumb Center brought together policy makers and industry experts to debate on how to encourage the UK public to invest in energy efficiency measures.

British construction activity has seen the fastest output for almost six years in August, with residential construction remaining the strongest performing sector.

Independent East Anglian builders merchant Collier & Catchpole have taken on a further two apprentices this summer, after being encouraged by the early success of the apprenticeships scheme.

A new AS Platinum Series Euro Cylinder launched by security specialist Yale claims to provide the highest resistance against known cylinder attack methods.