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New NavYseal PTFE Cord from Navigator

New NavYseal PTFE Cord available from Navigator

  Navigator MSL has introduced its new NavYseal PTFE Cord – a high-grade alternative to traditional PTFE tape. Featuring a thicker, string-like design, the cord wraps securely around threads to deliver a tighter, more reliable seal across a wide range of applications. With over 200 high strength fibres per cord …

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Setcrete Latex helps with kitchen preparation

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Setcrete Latex self-smoothing floor levelling compound has been used to create a smooth and level surface to optimise the appearance of a Luxury Vinyl Tile (LVT) installation in a kitchen/dining area refurbishment at a residential property in Chesterfield. The concrete subfloor was first prepared using Setcrete Acrylic Primer, which is …

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Hultafors Group UK tools up

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Hultafors Group UK has brought out a series of new tool ranges. The SCANGRIP TOWER 8 CONNECT Floodlight (RRP £234.90) is a new and improved version of its bestselling predecessor. Delivering 8,000 lumens – up to 60% more than the previous model – it is by far the most powerful …

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Worcester Bosch launches new floor-standing gas boiler

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 Home heating manufacturer Worcester Bosch has announced its new floor-standing boiler – the Greenstar 8000 F. The gas boiler is available in combi and regular variants, with both having outputs of up to 50kW,  and the ability to connect wireless controls. For the installer, it has been designed with ease …

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Collingwood Lighting introduces the H2 Lite Select

Collingwood Lighting introduces the H2 Lite Select Residential lighting specialist, Collingwood Lighting, has launched H2 Lite Select, a performance optimised downlight that offers greater energy efficiency compared to traditional luminaires. Each H2 Lite Select downlight has a range of enhanced features such as suitability for rooms where moisture gathers, including kitchens and bathrooms, is dimmable, with a Control Colour Temperature function, switchable between 2700K, 3000K and 4000K. The lights also come with a five-year warranty as standard. The H2 Lite Select leads a family of six products that are part of the complete downlights offer from Collingwood Lighting. The range of downlights all include first fix LENNEL connectors, with additional reliability built in throughout the manufacturing process. In response to current aesthetic trends the fittings come with a fixed slimline metal bezel finish, available in Brushed Steel, Matt White and Black colour. These products are all readily available from local Electrical Wholesalers. The other products in the ‘exceptional by design, reliable by nature’ downlights family includes • 1901 – for high end specification projects • H2 Deco – with a designer finish and a low glare • H2 Extreme – for external environment use • H2 Sense – with PIR sensor included • H2 Lite CSP – a Collingwood Lighting standard chosen by thousands of contractors every day All Collingwood downlights come with built-in LED technology, are energy efficient, long-lasting and are a popular choice for modern interiors in kitchens, bathrooms, as well as commercial offices. Andrew Fairhurst, Sales Director, Collingwood Lighting said “We’re excited to introduce the H2 Lite Select to the market. This downlight has all the features you would expect from a high quality Collingwood Lighting product, but with some extra features we hope will make this a huge hit with contractors and installers for a wide range of projects. “This product leads our core downlights offer for 2026, which all come with additional reliability built in, first fix lennel connectors, and a robust warranty to provide contractors with additional assurance.” Since 2002 Collingwood Lighting has been at the forefront of some of the biggest developments in the residential lighting sector, including being the first to produce mains dimmable LED downlights, high performance fire-rated downlights, and being the first company to introduce LED lighting products for the electrical wholesale market in the UK.

Residential lighting specialist, Collingwood Lighting, has launched H2 Lite Select, a downlight which offers greater energy efficiency compared to traditional luminaires.  Each H2 Lite Select downlight has a range of enhanced features such as suitability for rooms where moisture gathers, dimmable with a Control Colour Temperature function, switchable between 2700K, …

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Roberts launches first wood & laminate underlay range

Roberts launches first wood & laminate underlay range

Roberts, the flooring tools specialist, has launched its first range of wood and laminate flooring underlays. Manufactured in the UK using recyclable XPS Foam, the range includes options to cover every subfloor and provide all types of wood and laminate flooring with a stable, durable platform. The range includes the …

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Vitrex introduces Xtreme LASH SPIN tile levelling system

Vitrex LASH SPIN, bringing Tile Levelling to the Xtreme range

Flooring tool manufacturer Vitrex has announced the introduction of the Xtreme LASH SPIN levelling system. The reusable, two-part system is an addition to the companies Xtreme range developed in response to the growing demand for a system to create a level surface for large-format floor and wall tiles. The Xtreme …

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Makita launches new 40VMAX cordless Belt Sander

MAKITA launches new 40VMAX Belt Sander

Makita has expanded its range of high-powered 40VMax XGT tools with the addition of the BS001G cordless belt sander. The BS001G matches the performance of a corded version with new additional features. Designed with a 76 x 533 mm sanding belt to make sanding large surfaces quicker and easier, the …

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Conex Bänninger develops K65 alloy

Conex Bänninger, in conjunction with Wieland copper alloy tube production, has developed K65

Conex Bänninger unveils high strength copper alloy K65 fittings, designed for high pressure refrigeration applications up to 130 bar. Developed in conjunction with Wieland, a producer of copper alloy tubing, K65 was created in response to the increased demand for CO₂ R-744 in commercial refrigeration applications, and in particular supermarkets. …

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British Gypsum takes fire safety to new level

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Habito plasterboard from British Gypsum is a new, fully compliant, solution for use in external walls in buildings more than 11 and 18 metres in height, as defined in Approved Document B. The load capability data for a wider range of fixings and a new 12 mm service support plate …

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