Refurbishment and Restore Issue 19 2020 | Page 74

TOOLS, PLANT & EQUIPMENT Powerful cutting action – without a cable The new AGC 18 cordless angle grinder from Festool Experts in screws, fixings & fasteners Screwshop specialises in screws fixings & fasteners for the DIY, hardware, building, joinery and furniture manufacturing sectors. We pride ourselves with offering expertise, competitive prices from local and internationally sourced standard and bespoke products. Our extensive range also includes PVA and PU glues and superior silicones, sealants and adhesive products from leading manufacturers. Screwshop has recently introduced PPE Workwear to their portfolio of products. The collection includes waterproofs, coveralls, safety boots, combat trousers, Hi-Viz vests, helmets, safety glasses and much more. All at very competitive prices and next day availability. Please visit our on line shop for more information www.screwshop.co.uk, or call us on 0121 559 8866 Festool welcomes a new addition to the 18-volt family: The new AGC 18 cordless angle grinder boasts a durable design and perfect ergonomic features for cutting work. “With the new AGC 18, we are offering a battery-operated powerhouse that sets new standards both in terms of durability and with its excellent ergonomics. The new cordless angle grinder is suitable for carpenters, joiners and painters equally, as it can be used to complete cutting tasks and small sanding jobs on construction sites without any cables,” explains José Kunze, trained carpenter and application specialist at Festool. Clever detail: The compact powerhouse fits into the Systainer with the battery and sanding tool fitted – so it takes no time at all to pack and unpack. The lockable spindle and quick-action clamping nut easily ensure fast disc changes while working without the need for tools. The AGC 18 also impresses with regard to ergonomics: The on/ off switch is ideally positioned for cutting tasks – the entire device is perfectly balanced. In addition, the EC-TEC motor offers particularly smooth operation and low vibrations. To achieve this result, the motor and housing have been disconnected. The new cordless angle grinder will be available at specialist retailers from September 2019. Visit www.festool.co.uk for further information. Makita Launches New Compact 12Vmax Inflator CXT Featuring Makita’s CXT technology, Makita’s new MP100DZ 12Vmax Inflator is a compact and lightweight tool, ideal for many applications. The Inflator includes a range of accessories and boasts a number of features designed to improve ease of use. The new MP100DZ has a maximum air pressure of 830kPA (121 PSI) and can discharge as much as 10litres of air per minute, making it a powerful tool suitable for tasks such as inflating vehicle and bicycle tyres, as well as inflatable beds, loungers, sports balls and toys. The tool comes with a range of adaptors, to fit every need – which can be stored in the tool’s in-built storage section. The MP100DZ includes a digital pressure gauge, which can be set to bar or PSI, and an auto-stop function, 74 - www.refurbandrestore.co.uk which will stop the tool from inflating an item past the pre-set target pressure. The inflator also includes a thermal cut-off, to protect it from overheating. Matt Chilton, Product Manager - Tools at Makita said: “Makita’s new 12Vmax CXT Inflator is a powerful, yet compact and lightweight tool for use across a number of applications. The inflator has been designed with ease of use in mind – amongst other features, the Inflator has high stability at ground level and includes an LED job light for improved visibility, ideal should you ever need to inflate a tyre in the dark.” The MP100DZ is a body only machine; batteries and chargers supplied separately. To find out more about Makita’s latest products visit www.makitauk.com Hultafors NEW Range of ‘Snap-Off’ Knives Precision, quality and long-lasting sharpness are the hallmarks of these superb new products. Hultafors Tools has launched a new range of ‘Snap-Off’ Knives for professional craftsmen and women. With 13 different knives and 4 long-lasting precision blades, these all-round, ergonomic knives are designed and built to suit a wide range of jobs on site. From industrial and warehouse applications to specialist work on site – from like cutting boxes open and shaping plasterboard, to trimming flooring and paring cables. Symmetrically designed so that the blades can turned over, they’re adaptable for both left and right hand use so that left handed craftsmen and women can adapt the knife rather than their own usage. What’s more, the blades are available in three widths of 9, 18, and 25mm, with different blends of sharpness and long life built in to suit regular hard work on site. Getting more information on the Hultafors Tools product range easy. You call the Helpline on 01484 854788 or check out www.hultafors.co.uk and download a digital catalogue.