A recent report* states that the size of the “Hand and Power Tools Market” is expected to grow by 5.2% globally. The base year considered for the study is 2020, and the forecast period is between 2021 and 2026.
There has been an increase in the adoption of Hand and Power Tools in various industries such as Residential, Construction, Industrial and Gardening. The return of trade shows and expos internationally have and will help Hand and Power Tools manufacturing companies to expand their customer base and contribute significantly to the growth of the Hand and Power Tools market.
The sudden outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic has led to the implementation of stringent lockdown regulations across several markets resulting in disruptions in import and export activities of Hand and Power Tools. This can affect the global economy in three main ways: by directly affecting production and demand, by creating supply chain and market disruption, and by its financial impact on firms and financial markets.
Recent analysis monitoring the situation across the globe indicated that the market will generate remunerative prospects for producers post the COVID-19 crisis. https://www.marketwatch.com/ Nov 01, 2021 (The Expresswire).*
This year the power tools market in Europe is expected to grow by a rate of 3.25%. Factors such as the growing popularity of cordless power tools will drive the growth of the market. https://www.prnewswire.com/
After 75 Years many customers become friends!
John Stafford & Sons celebrates the key milestone of 75 years in business in 2022. Current owner Brendan Stafford says “We owe a very special thanks to our founder and former managing director, the late John Stafford (Senior)”.
Well known for his generosity and down-to-earth nature within the industry, John (Senior) worked very hard to develop the business which survived many national and international events. The business has never moved out of family hands and is owned and run today by his son Brendan.
“After 75 years many customers become friends”, this builds a strong recognition of what you do and they want to join in your success” says Brendan.
Established in 1947 as a small family owned business in Dublin, the company has grown to become a key supplier in the hand tool, power tool, hardware, agriculture, motor and gardening sectors.
Over the years it has been said on many occasions by customers: “They wish they had started doing business with us sooner” – which is taken as a real endorsement and compliment for the company and our staff “ says Brendan.
The company’s commitment to local communities and sponsorship around Ireland has given them a reputation for giving back. The success and continued growth of the business is down to the hard work and dedication of the staff and the continued support of a large loyal customer base throughout Ireland. The simple formula of offering quality products, delivered by a dedicated team of professionals with value for money and above average margin opportunity for their retail partners is key to their continued expansion and strong growth.
The Stafford company motto of ‘quality brands trusted service’, can be experienced in their new showrooms in Blackwater, County Wexford. The company are rightly proud of the friendly atmosphere customers experience on their visit – here they will find 2,000 products, many of which are manufactured and sold under the company’s own brands Protool and AC Brooklyn. The company also has exclusive distribution of other well-known strong selling brands.
The key principles of hard work, integrity, innovation, and care for nature are as important today as they were 75 years ago! These core values are still the cornerstone of what the business does today. Now in their ninth decade the company has a strong and deeply rooted presence as a key supplier to almost all retail customers throughout Ireland.
Brendan says “As we look towards the next 75 years our responsibility is clear, to keep the business relevant and listen to our customers at all times. It’s also important to embrace best practice to reduce the impact the business has on the environment”.
Stafford’s are proud to support and sponsor their local tidy towns. In 2021 they have also set aside almost one acre of their site as a bee sanctuary and eight acres of natural forest for birds and wildlife. Sometimes little things make a big difference!
The company has a firm eye on the future with an extensive investment program involving infrastructure, it’s online and off-line marketing programs plus new quality product launches.
The company look forward with excitement to the years ahead to commemorate their 75th anniversary. It plans to roll out a number of exciting initiatives under the theme “With you 75 years” starting in Spring 2022 and running for the whole year. They will keep you posted about the celebrations and hope you will celebrate with them.
John Stafford & Sons are delighted to launch their fantastic Black Friday offers. Contact your local sales representative for more information or visit www.stafford.ie.
Cats® out of the bag: AEF launch Caterpillar Products
AEF have been in business for over 50 years in Ireland and are the main distributors for world class brands – Metabo, RIDGID, SIGNET, Starrett and Irwin Hilmor. As a business they have not stood still and have continued to add new brands to their portfolio over the last 12 months, one being a globally recognisable name – Caterpillar. Over the past three years Caterpillar has revised its licensee program, putting a major focus on premium level quality, and also looking at innovation in the product areas they entered.
As part of the portfolio, AEF has added Cat® licensed products in multiple categories including Site Storage, Tool Bags, Gloves, Torches, and Inverter Welders. Tom Finn, MD at AEF, told The Hardware Journal that “Having Cat® as a partner allows our resell partners to have products that are recognisable and that they are very comfortable in selling.”
Over the coming months AEF will be adding more products to bolster Cat® as a complete category offering in the Irish market. The Irish market, although small by international standards, is one in which every retailer/merchant craves product differentiation. AEF felt that a brand like Cat® would allow merchants to have a highly recognisable brand that is synonymous with quality, and also partnering with the stores would allow them a form of exclusivity. How the company achieve this is through working with what they call `Cat® Partners’, who buy into the concept and allow those partners to have these products on a regionally exclusive basis.
For further information contact AEF Limited, +353 (1) 626 7516, sales@aef.ie, www.aef.ie.
Draper Tools launch the next generation of mobile lighting
As the darker months set in, it’s an ideal time of year to update your lighting offering. Draper is launching a new Wireless Rechargeable Lighting range, offering ultimate convenience.
No charging cable, No problem
This next generation of lighting features three handy lights that can be easily charged, in the garage or on-the-go in the van. Choose from a Mini Flood Light, Compact Hand Torch or a Head Torch, with fast wireless charging pads available for quick, convenient re-charging. These wireless charging pads have strong magnets, allowing them to be mounted to magnetic surfaces. They can also be mounted to non-metallic surfaces like walls and van panelling, using built-in screw holes. Plus, the wireless changing pads will charge other devices too – there’s even a pull-out phone holder for securing QI enabled mobile phones. There are single and dual charging pads available, so a mobile phone can charge at the same time as a light.
The whole range is robust and durable, with the Mini Flood Light and Head Torch being IP65 rated, while the Compact Hand Torch offers IP68 waterproof protection. Designed for the trade environment, it features and ultra-tough nylon, aluminium and TPR construction as well as being IK07 dust and shock resistant.
Three versatile lights to choose from
The compact but bright Mini Flood Light will illuminate dark corners, it’ll deliver a powerful 670 lumens of LED light and includes three brightness settings.
For anyone investigating hard to reach areas, the robust Hand Torch offers an ultra-bright 1000 lumens with six brightness settings, including a 5 lumen eco-setting. The long distance beam goes as far as 250M and has an impressive approximate runtime up to 200 hours depending on the setting.
For handsfree working, the comfortable Head Torch gives 400 lumens of bright LED light with four brightness settings, ideal for inspecting engines and other enclosed areas.
Contact your Draper Area Sales Manager or visit www.drapertools.com for more details.
ITI report excellent trading conditions
As International Tool Industries (ITI) close in on their third successful year in business and having overcome the tribulations of 2020 and the lockdowns, they can report excellent trading conditions, since commencing business in late 2018.
Through pure determination and hard work, the whole ITI team stayed focused on realising what they set out to achieve to become a recognised supplier of Makita Power Tools and Benman Hand Tools, into Hardware and Builders Merchants nationwide.
Their objective was and still is to offer their wide customer base a reliable and dependable service, each day. This effort was acknowledged when ITI received a highly commended award by Expert Hardware in 2020 at their annual awards, in recognition of outstanding customer service to the group.
General Manager, Don O’Toole says, “As well as the team of people we have working for us, we couldn’t have achieved the results we have without the commitment from our dedicated and loyal customer base. There is strength in numbers and this has proven to be the fact, now with over 350 active accounts on our books, all looking to build on their relationship and place orders even more regularly than before. One of the keys to making a success of any business is stock availability and if you have that right, you are going in the right direction.”
Even though 2021 has been a challenging year, with price increases and endless logistical problems, ITI have managed to keep control of their day-to-day activities. Their biggest commitment this year was to invest in stock, and they continue to do so. They are proud to say that their pick rate in the current times is running at 95%, offering total customer satisfaction.
They are now looking forward to 2022 and meeting a long list of customers at The Hardware Show, on February 20th & 21st at Citywest.
For further information please, Tel: +353 (0)47 30650, e-mail: –sales@internationaltoolindustries.com, www.internationaltoolindustries.com
Jefferson Tools are heating up & powering forward this Winter
Don’t get caught out in the cold this Winter! The Jefferson Tools team have brought you the most efficient heating and power generation solutions for your workspace.
The Jefferson heater range includes electric and fuel powered options suitable for domestic and industrial applications. From 2.0kW up to 44.0kW, the range offers customers a variety of robust heating options for indoor and outdoor environments.
With three direct oil space heaters providing 60,000, 105,000 or 150,000 BTU, one brand new infrared iR75 heater and two electric fan heaters providing 2.0kW and 2.8kW of heat, Jefferson Tools have the perfect heater for any setting.
Jefferson generators are available from 2.8kVA up to 25kVA. The range includes petrol and diesel generators, as well as a 5.7kVA welder generator. With most people unsure of what power supply they require for their particular application, Jefferson Tools can also provide customers with the advice they require to make the perfect choice.
To find out what’s new with Jefferson Tools, visit the website www.jeffersontools.com.
Working with top brands
John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd work with top brands in supplying power tools (1st & 2nd fix) to complement their supply of fasteners and fixings. Shortage of supply of tools and batteries in particular has been an issue in the past year, but some recent improvements have been identified. They are currently running an offer on their GT90i first fix Senco Tool which includes two batteries and a free set of safety googles and ear plugs. They also supply a large range of Paslode tools.
The company offer display and merchandising stands to support instore display of their Allgrip Tools and Wire Netting Ranges.
Their Allgrip tools range covers Agri, Construction and Garden sectors.
Global supply chain issues have been challenging over the past 12-18 months. However, they are delighted to have excellent stock levels of both Tools and Wire Netting.
Readers can avail of an offer on a Conmetall Meister German made 156 piece tool kit that converts into a trolley, selling in big numbers currently.
For further information and next day service nationwide contact, John Murphy (Castlerea) Ltd, 094 9620182, info@jmcallgrip.ie, or www.jmcallgrip.ie
