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G-save on energy bills

Gas and electrical safety specialist gas-elec has launched the g-save Economiser. 
8 June 2009

Uni-Com campaign

Following its recent successful TV campaign launching its range of wind-up products, Uni-Com will run a new ad for its wind-up head torch in June and July. 
8 June 2009

Charitable Challs

Challs International, manufacturer of the Buster brand, has teamed up with Oxfam in the build up to National Plughole Week to improve sanitation in poor countries. 
8 June 2009

A flexible footprint

Retail design and brand communications specialists Beswick Design have launched a new merchandising system with the brand name 'Footprint'. 
28 May 2009

Fischer fixes POS

Fischer Fixings has introduced a new display stand for resin anchors and accessories including resin guns, tools and product literature. 
22 May 2009

Beat the credit 'Scrunch'

According to Mulberry Imports, the Scrunch Bucket is probably the world's most practical bucket. 
22 May 2009

Gaining sales Momentum

Retail merchandising and display installation company Momentum has been working with UK high street retailers and brands for more than 30 years. 
22 May 2009

Irwin launches ambitious saw promotion

Irwin Industrial Tools has outlined its most ambitious and innovative campaign to date for its Jack 880 universal triple ground handsaw. 
13 May 2009

Next generation of clamps unveiled

Irwin is unleashing the next generation of Quick-Grip Quick-Change clamps, with a number of improvements that it says will benefit professional tradesmen. 
13 May 2009

Spraying games

Plasti-kote has reported increased interest in its Garden Games paint, which is designed to encourage outdoor play. 
12 May 2009

Cottam Brush on a roll

Cottam Brush expanded its product portfolio with the announcement that the company has become an authorised distributor of FIA brand paint rollers and painting tools. 
12 May 2009

Building multi-tool sales

Dremel has teamed up with the world-famous Lego brand to create a promotion that kids and adults alike will love. 
12 May 2009

Preparation is key to a perfect finish

Surface preparation is all important in achieving a professional finish and using the right tool will not only make light work of most jobs, but also offers the retailer a great opportunity for add-on sales. 
12 May 2009

Grow sales with Stewart

Stewart has a purpose-designed merchandising unit to showcase its range of grow your own products - Stewart Growing Centre. 
1 May 2009

Peat-free planters pack a punch

As part of its range of organic, peat-free products, made from recycled garden waste, Vital Earth has launched a 50-litre planter, taking the range to more than 30 products. 
1 May 2009
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