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Press Release Archive October 2007

New additions to garden range 23 October 2007
Plum Products has added four new designs to its range of garden buildings.

Enjoy the garden in style 23 October 2007
Four new arbour designs; the Hastings, Peel, Dunbar and Penrith, have been added to Plum Products’ range.

Independent retailers secure UK growth for ABUS 15 October 2007
By focussing on supporting independent outlets in the UK via new wholesale partners HOPPE & Toolbank, ABUS are pleased to report genuine growth in sales. In a difficult market, with a proliferation of cheap Far East padlocks on offer, ABUS know when it comes to security, discerning customers are opting for higher service levels and better quality from a known brand.

Energy saving promotion 15 October 2007
Throughout October, Specialist Group has a fantastic offer for retailers on compact spiral low energy lightbulbs; buy three and get one free.

Xtendable ladder for indoors or outdoors 12 October 2007
The Xtend & Climb Home is a vibrant yellow-coloured ladder designed for the domestic user – for chores in and around the house or event mobile homes, caravans and other leisure pursuits.

ERA Locca Connecta - The Wireless Intercom 11 October 2007
Imagine the convenience of being able to find out who is at the front door and with just a simple press of a button, grant access to visitors from anywhere in the home? The new Locca Connecta from ERA, The Door Lock People, allows you to do just that.

Flexible promotion from Draper 11 October 2007
Draper Tools has launched its autumn into winter 2007 promotion.

Group55 ‘strikes back’ with pest control range 11 October 2007
Group55 launched its new range of pest control products at Glee this year.

Lenox to showcase new range 11 October 2007
A new range of linear edge tools and blades from Lenox will be launched at toolfairs throughout the UK this autumn.

Merchandiser for top products 11 October 2007
Omicron’s Top 20 Stand offers a range of energy saving products that are suitable for most applications around the home.

Efficient packaging for Cuprinol launch 11 October 2007
RPC Containers has supplied the pack for the launch of Cuprinol Sprayable Plus.

Energy saving heater 11 October 2007
GET has launched an energy saving ceramic heater

Anti mould protection for tiles 11 October 2007
Henkel has added anti mould formulation to the UniBond range of ready mixed quick fix & grouts and coloured grouts.

Boost Christmas sales with SMJ 11 October 2007
SMJ Electrical has announced a package of ‘Christmas Specials’.

Grow your own gift ideas 11 October 2007
Westland Horticulture ‘s Unwins brand has introduced a new gifting idea – The Kitchen Garden.

New powerful compact washer added to range 11 October 2007
The Makita pressure washer range has been expanded with the compact, 6.5kg HW101.

Larger model added to bin range 11 October 2007
Brabantia has added a 45 litre model to its Touch bin range.

Irwin launches new low tension hacksaw 11 October 2007
Irwin has strengthened its range of hacksaws with the I-75 Low Tension Hacksaw.

Anti-mould grout reviver 11 October 2007
Unibond’s mould protect formulation has been extended to a range of three grout revivers.

A shining example 11 October 2007
James Briggs launches two stainless steel products under Nilco brand

Heating promotion for independents 11 October 2007
Pik-a-Pak has devised a heating promotion specifically for the independent trader to help encourage local sales.

Easy-to-use home delivery 4 October 2007
Border Stone's home delivery service is now available to all of its stockists.

Flipping good cleaning from Bissell 4 October 2007
Flip-Ease from Bissell is a rechargeable dry vacuum and wet mop, which cleans floors and laminates.

Kamasa ratchet spanner set 4 October 2007
Kamasa has developed a spanner combination designed to bring professional standards to diy.

Galaxy puts the pressure on 4 October 2007
The Aqua 9000 from Galaxy Showers combines a standard electric shower with a built-in booster.

New range of Unibond sealants 4 October 2007
Henkel is launching a new range of sealants under its UniBond brand.

Outdoor collection from Laura Ashley 4 October 2007
Range of soft furnishings is safe yet stylish

Comprehensive lock-off system 2 October 2007
The Abus Lock-Off system comprises six hasps in two sizes - 25mm and 38mm jaw diameter - in either yellow or red for use on different types of switchgears or valves.

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