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Hand-Held and Power Tools
Design consideration critical for efficiency of power tools
3rd April 2020 With choosing the right motor for an industrial power tool being no trivial task, designers must consider the unique operating profile of the tool as well as operating life, product weight, user comfort and energy efficiency, particularly if the tool is to be battery operated, says motion... →
Supplier offers advisory service for equipment
3rd April 2020 Industrial equipment supplier BMG’s tools & equipment division supports its range of quality-branded equipment with a technical-advisory service, assisting customers throughout the country with the selection of the correct tools for assembly, manufacturing and maintenance. “Our extensive range of... →

Power tools innovation leads to industry growth
By: Mc'Kyla Nortje 3rd April 2020 The power tools market is on the rise and there are “exciting trends and innovations’ emerging” in the industry, says power tools and hardware wholesaler Matus marketing manager Candice Knipe-Tlhotlhalemajoe. Some of these innovative trends include cordless power tools, battery switches and... →

Equipment supplier awarded contract to supply tool kits
3rd April 2020 The Colliery Training College (CTC) in Emalahleni has awarded industrial equipment supplier INDUSTRI Tools & Equipment the 2020 contract to supply tool kits, which are used during mining- and engineering-related skills training. “The CTC, initially established specifically for the mining sector,... →
Company unveils cordless metal cutting circular saw
3rd April 2020 Heavy-duty, portable electric power tools and accessories manufacturer Milwaukee Tools has developed the industry’s first cordless 20.3 cm metal cutting circular saw. The M18 FUEL 20.3 cm metal cutting circular saw will be available this month and will ship with one of the company’s new metal... →
Company adds new steel cutting tool for its machines
3rd April 2020 Remote-controlled demolition machines manufacturer Brokk offers a new steel cutting tool for mid-size Brokk machines. The MC300 Multi Cutter – which is manufactured by Brokk’s sister company equipment supplier Darda – offers the highest cutting force with low weight. →

Wrench trial run with tyre and wheel supplier
5th April 2019 Heavy-duty, portable electric power tools and accessories manufacturer Milwaukee has paired with tyre and wheel supplier Tyremart to put the Milwaukee M18 half-inch wrench on a trail at some of the Tyremart flagship outlets, including Sandton and Fourways. Tyremart Fourways branch manager Martin... →

Power tools manufacturer rebrands
By: Mc'Kyla Nortje 5th April 2019 Power tools and life‐science equipment manufacturer Hitachi Koki has changed its corporate name to Koki Holdings and rebranded its full line of power tools, known as Hitachi Koki, under the new HiKoki name, effective from May this year for the South African market. “The new corporate name, Koki... →
BMG extends its range of Tsubaki chain wear indicators
5th April 2019 Engineering components supplier Bearing Man Group (BMG) extended its Tsubaki chain wear indicators with the addition of the large size gauges. The Tsubaki wear indicator is a hand-held maintenance tool that will reduce total cost of ownership in the long-run. If used and implemented correctly, it... →

Continued growth for tool manufacturer
6th April 2018 This year, tool and equipment manufacturer the Hilti Group intends to maintain its growth momentum following last year’s growth of CHF 5.1-billion throughout all of its business regions. The company explains that year-on-year the company’s sales are up by 10.8%, and 9.6% in local currencies. →

Manufacturer continues to grow in power tools market
6th April 2018 Power tools manufacturer Bosch’s Power Tools division recorded a €4.7-billion turnover last year, which was higher than the year before. This growth corresponds to 5% in local currency and 4% yearly. Bosch is continually expanding its range of cordless tools, which are becoming increasingly... →

POWER TOOLS The market has shown continual growth internationally
New measuring laser introduced to African market 
By: Victor Moolman 6th April 2018 Tool and fixings distributor Upat has introduced the Stabila LAR 350 rotational laser (LAR 350) to the African market, which enables construction workers and foremen to measure, level and position equipment, explains Upat national product specialist Charl Weber. The LAR 350 has a wireless... →
Power tool systems’ new line launched in Southern Africa 
By: Victor Moolman 6th April 2018 Hand-held power tool supplier Milwaukee has launched the patented Red Link Plus Intelligence electronics system for hand-held power tools. “The Red Link Plus system introduces new electrical controls throughout the hand-held power tools that the company supplies. It starts with the battery packs... →
Rebranded power tools division maintains commitment to quality
6th April 2018 Tools and equipment manufacturer Hitachi has renamed its Hitachi Power Tools to Metabo HPT for its full line of power tools, fasteners, accessories and outdoor power equipment products for North America. The transition will start from September this year with the launch of MultiVolt under the... →
Company resupplies machine stock to keep S. African market supplied
By: Victor Moolman 6th April 2018 To keep its supply of stud-welding machines current, furnace and industrial services company The Dickinson Group keeps a range of such machines in stock at its Vereeniging headquarters at all times. The company has supplied more than 600 stud-welding machines over the past 24 years to the mining,... →
Company and distribution partner provide largest range of tools in S. Africa
By: Victor Moolman 6th April 2018 Owing to its well-established relationship with its loyal distribution partners and distribution network in Southern Africa, a large range of about 5 200 individual line items of hand tools from professional tools manufacturer Jonnesway are being used in Southern Africa, says Carel Venter, the... →

Company expands woodworks series
7th April 2017 Power tool company Hitachi announced the launch of its 254 mm portable jobsite table saw C10RJ model. It features a 15 A motor with soft start and electric break that produces 4 500 rpm to rip through tough hardwoods. →

New fastening solution introduced onto market
By: Johane Turkstra 7th April 2017 To mitigate welding, bolting and clamping, construction company Hilti introduced to the South African market its Threaded Stud S-BT technology for multipurpose fastenings, including grating, onto coated structural steel in mildly and highly corrosive environments. “Welding channel mounts or... →

Long-running oscilloscope provider upgrades tools
7th April 2017 After 17 years of leading the 20 MHz and 40 MHz hand-held industrial oscilloscope category, electronic test tool company Fluke’s 123, 124 and 125 models of ScopeMeter test tools are being replaced by the 120B series which includes new models namely the 123B, 124B and the 125B. →
Innovative solution to cable theft in South Africa
By: Johane Turkstra 7th April 2017 Amid concern over cable theft in various South African industries, clamping and fastening company Band-It’s Ultra-Lok tool has been improved to assist in mitigating cable theft. →

Cordless die grinder introduced onto market
7th April 2017 Tools and dies manufacturing company Milwaukee introduced its new M18 Fuel Die Grinder in January. “When faced with a situation that requires grinding in tight spaces or irregular surfaces, mechanical and metal fabrication professionals will most often turn to a die grinder to get the job done,... →

Saw designed for hard-to-reach areas
7th April 2017 Earlier this year, multinational engineering and electronics company Bosch launched its GSA18V-125 18V EC Brushless 285 mm stroke reciprocating saw, which combines an advanced handle design for greater comfort, an 18 V motor and orbital or nonorbital action to deliver superior cutting... →

Manufacturer introduces cordless cutoff technology
By: Malusi Mkhize 1st April 2016 Power equipment manufacturer STIHL has developed what it says is the world’s first cordless cut-off machine that has a 230 mm cutting wheel for both indoor and outdoor cutting requirements. The STIHL TSA 230 is carbon emission-free compact and lightweight. The company introduced the machine to... →

Strong growth leads to blade technology introduction
By: Malusi Mkhize 1st April 2016 Engineering and electronics specialist company Bosch is set to introduce its NanoBlade technology in October this year to selected markets, with initial availability being targeted for Europe. This follows the company’s strong growth in power tools last year that resulted in a €4.5-billion... →

Battery-powered power tools more beneficial
By: Malusi Mkhize 1st April 2016 Outdoor power product manufacturer Husqvarna’s 36 V lithium-ion battery-powered equipment provides long lasting power and greater economical value than petrol powered alternatives, says Husqvarna South Africa product support general manager Bronson Gunter. The high-performance battery can be used... →

Power tools specialist launches new impact drill
By: Kimberley Smuts 3rd April 2015 Power tools manufacturer Bosch will launch the GSB 162-2 RE professional impact drill, featuring a 1500 W high-performance motor with a high overload capacity for hard applications, in the first quarter of this year, says Bosch industrial power tools senior brand manager Juergen Lauer. He tells... →

Tooling companies’ joint venture offers comprehensive solution
By: Kimberley Smuts 3rd April 2015 Specialist in the manufacture, assembly and sale of diamond tools and equipment Diamond Products has partnered with professional power tools manufacturer Makita, through its Southern African sole distributor Rutherfords, to provide customers with comprehensive power tools and cost effective... →

New three-in-one electrical tool launched this month in South Africa
By: Kimberley Smuts 3rd April 2015 After successfully launching the new Ridgid RE60 three-in-one electrical tool in Europe and the US late last year, US-based hand-held tools manufacturer Ridge Tool Company will this month make the product available for the South African market through local industrial products supplier Dowson &... →

Sales increase for ratchet action tool
By: Kimberley Smuts 3rd April 2015 Having showcased its Band-It Bantam tool CO75 at last year’s Electra Mining Africa exhibition, the 2014 sales of clamping systems solutions provider Banding & Identification (ID) Solutions increased by 3%, says Rosa Remendos, business manager of Banding & ID Solutions South Africa (SA). Remendos... →

Bolting tools manufacturer merges with Chicago pneumatics specialist
3rd April 2015 New Jersey-based bolting tools manufacturer Titan Technologies has integrated with pneumatic tools manufacturer Chicago Pneumatic Tools, which specialises in manufacturing, maintenance, construction and demolition. Very-high-load bolting is used when traditional assembly solutions are not... →
Industrial grinder brings operator safety
4th April 2014 Diversified engineering company Atlas Copco launched a new grinder at the end of last year, which incorporates numerous safety features, including an overspeed protection device and dual-acting security mechanism. →

New pneumatic grinder to be introduced
By: Donna Slater 4th April 2014 Industrial machinery supplier Dowson and Dobson Industrial (D&D) plans to launch the new Mighty Seven QB-185 pneumatic vertical grinder towards the end of next month. →

Tool range extended for SA market
4th April 2014 Power tool manufacturer Makita Industrial Power Tools expanded its product range in 2013 with cordless, lithium-ion-powered tools and a corded grinder to better serve the South African power-tool market. →

Faster, tighter banding tool
By: Donna Slater 4th April 2014 The installation of band clamps can be performed faster and tighter than before using the newly released Ultra-Lok UL4000-C tool. →

Johannesburg exhibition to showcase power tools
4th April 2014 Buyers of handheld and power tools will have direct, face-to-face access to a large number of Greater China suppliers during the yearly Hardware and Building Materials exhibition of China Sourcing Fair, where the latest products and innovations in this tool sector will be showcased. →

New grinder improves concrete edge grinding
By: Donna Slater 4th April 2014 A new range of power tools, manufactured by technology supplier Robert Bosch Power Tools, will improve working conditions and increase efficiency with an incorporated dust-extraction system. →

Torque multipliers offer lightness, resilience
By: Donna Slater 4th April 2014 An increased focus on safety and a better understanding of the importance of applying correct torque forces by companies, has led to an increased demand in the market for torque multipliers, says hand tool manufacturer Gedore Tools South Africa (SA). →

Rutherford Makita
4th April 2014 Wholly owned subsidiary of Hudaco Trading and industrial power tools distributor Rutherford was established in South Africa in 1912. In its early years, the company mainly sold general engineering requisites in the shape of packings, brassware, belting but, in latter years, it became well... →

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