Klipboard (formerly Kerridge Commercial Systems Ltd), a leading provider of sector-specific business software, has announced the launch of Klipboard Money, a payments solution designed to help businesses get paid faster, reduce operational friction, and save time. Klipboard Money integrates into Klipboard’s business management platforms to simplify payments and account reconciliation. …

James Hardie, the producer of fibre cement cladding, backerboard, and fibre gypsum products, has extended the size and remit of its UK marketing team. The existing team has been restructured to align each member with a core product category, ensuring expertise, accountability, and measurable impact on business performance. Waheeza Tegally …

Howdens, the trade kitchen supplier, has opened the doors to 16 new depots since December, creating 85 new jobs. The openings include depots in West Drayton, Wynyard, Esher, Cheetham Hill, Meir Park, Kirkham, Swindon East, Banchory, Bailieston, Boughton, Alcester, Brislington, Blackburn, Neath, Ballynahinch, Cinderford and West Maidstone. The company now …

Vitrex has launched the Vitrex Xtreme Pro Series Cork Handle Tile Adhesive Trowel, designed to make spreading adhesive more comfortable by moulding to your grip the more you use it. Available in 6mm and 12mm square notch, it features a cork manufactured handle that’s engineered for optimal comfort, cushion and …

Travis Perkins Tool Hire manager Martin Carley-White, 50,  has recently finished his Level 3 Team Leader apprenticeship. White works at the Potters Bar Travis Perkins branch on Barnet Road, having previously upskilled 15 years ago to get his HGV licence, allowing him to begin working for Travis Perkins as a …

Fernco has become an official member of the International Property Flood Resilience Association (IPFRA), reinforcing its long-standing commitment to supporting builders’ merchants nationwide. The IPFRA mission is to represent the Property Flood Resilience industry – including manufacturers, installers, distributors, surveyors, consultants, and sector stakeholders with a shared mission to promote …

Data Yard, the industry-owned data pool established by the BMF and NMBS, has a new Strategic Partnership with Klipboard, the software provider formerly known as Kerridge Commercial Systems. Through this partnership, Klipboard will participate in Data Yard’s advisory groups, providing insights in ERP software, data catalogues, and the builders’ merchant …

Samac Fixings, suppliers of fixings, fasteners and roofing materials, has announced the appointment of Simon McElrea as its commercial manager.  McElrea spent more than three decades with an independent merchant in East Anglia, where he played a pivotal role in its growth and development. In recent years he has continued …

Instantor, part of the Sanbra group has achieved the Business Working Responsibly Mark, Ireland’s Economic, Environmental, Social, and Governance (EESG) standard. Independently verified by the National Standards Authority of Ireland, the standard for sustainability goes beyond legal compliance. By achieving the Mark, Instantor is providing merchant partners, professional installers and …

Southampton based timber and steel specialists, New Forest Fencing & Gates (NFF), has announced an expansion of its manufacturing capabilities through the integration of the Postsaver Pro-Shrink system. This investment allows the firm to offer high-volume, factory-applied rot protection automatically, streamlining production processes and ensuring consistent quality standards for residential …