Fat Mag February 2016

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View past and present editions at www.cssfatmag.com.au

WIN travel vouchers in the CSS FatMag Fat Chance promo! p34

Find out how Tridon fought against the odds to become the Australian success story they are today

Family ties

Knowledge is power Learn how to reduce your risk of power tool injury, page 22

Thirsty workDehydration can be a serious health risk in the workplace if it’s not managed well, page 36

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The future of manufacturing in Australia is looking up if we compete on our own terms

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Putting the boot inA simple product that can save lives on your site

Safe handsLocal manufacturer Beaver Brands on exceeding standards

Sika and AGM Fasteners case study on making a smarter stadium

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ABRASIVES Pferd 30St Gobain 20

BATTERY STARTER Matson 27

BOLTS & RIVETS Hobson 12Molabolt 59

BRICK SAWS Clipper 20

CLEANING PRODUCTS Impact-A 33

COMPRESSORS Ross 27

CONCRETE DISSOLVER Impact-A 50

DEMOLITION SAWS Clipper 20Hitachi 52

DIAMOND BLADES Pferd 30

DRILL BITS Alpha 32Impact-A 21Sutton Tools 40&41

FIRE RATED SILICONES & FOAMS Bostik 64&65

FLOOR PROTECTION Impact-A 53

GREASE AND LUBRICANTS Dymark 4WD-40 6

HAND TOOLS & STORAGE Alfa 32Apex Tools 58HIT 17Kincrome 11Spear & Jackson 51Stanley 45Sutton Tools 40&41

HOSE CLAMPS Tridon 18

MAGNETIC DRILLS Euroboor 32Nitto 13

MATERIALS HANDLING Beaver 48Richmond Wheels & Castors 7

MEASURING TOOLS & LASERS aLine 26Apex Tools 58Bosch 8Truemeter 27

NAILING TOOLS DEWALT 47Hitachi 52Paslode 42

PAINT AND METAL PROTECTION Dymark 4WD-40 6

PATCHING & REPAIR Quick Patch 21

POWER TOOLS & ACCESSORIES Bosch 8DEWALT 47Hitachi 52&66MAX 19Makita 25Metabo 61Milwaukee 55&57

REBAR CUTTERS & TIERS MAX 19

SAFETY PRODUCTS Beaver 48IFS 59Richmond Wheels & Castors 7Pro Choice 39

SCREWS & SCREW SYSTEMS Bremick 54Iccons 68Buildex 63

SILICONES / SEALANTS / ADHESIVES HB Fuller 31Powers 44

TAPE Bear 20

WATER PROOFING Sika 9

WELDING PRODUCTS Bossweld 10

WHEELS & CASTORS Richmond Wheels & Castors 7

WHEELBARROWS Richmond Wheels & Castors 7

VACUUMS Vacmaster 27

February – April 2016

Notes to the consumer: Some products are subject to plus freight costs where applicable. Some items may not be stocked in all stores, but can be ordered as required. Prices are valid while stocks last and are subject to change without prior notice. CSS Pty Ltd reserves the right to correct printing errors and omissions. All items include GST.

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Catalogue Index

Family ties Find out how one family stuck together to beat the odds, making their company an underdog success story.

Knowledge is power Power tools in the workplace can be your best mate or worst enemy. Here’s how to keep on good terms with them.

Padman startsFrom humble beginnings in a shed, Padman Stops have gone on to revolutionise irrigation.

Thirsty work Hydration on the job may seem like a simple problem, but a thirsty workforce is risky business.

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About usThe store listed on the front of this magazine is a member of the Construction Supply Specialist Group. While the majority of your work will be conducted with your local CSS Member, this store is part of a national network of stores that can provide you with exceptional service and support wherever you may be working in Australia. For more store locations, visit www.constructionsupply.com.au.

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CoverageApproximately 2m2 per aerosol can (depending on the surface)

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Brake & Parts Cleaner Chlorinated 500g 42035001 $7.95

Brake & Parts Cleaner Non Chlorinated 350g 42035002 $7.95

Isopropyl Alcohol Precision Cleaner 275g 42032701 $9.95

Dry Graphite Lubricant 150g 42031502 $11.95

White Lithium Grease 300g 42033001 $8.95

Wet PTFE Lubricant 300g 42033002 $12.50

Freeze Spray 300g 42033004 $12.50

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Dry PTFE Lubricant 150g 42031501 $12.95

Silicone Lubricant 350g 42033501 $7.95

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Drying Time5 minutes at 25°C

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• Ideal for marking out car parks, factories, warehouses, sporting fields and courts

Suitable SurfacesConcrete, bitumen, grass, soil, timber

Drying Time10 minutes at 25°C

Ideal Application TemperatureBetween 5°C and 40°C

Coverage80–100 metres of line per aerosol can (depending on line width)

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Need to know

Woman drought in building and constructionThe building and construction industry employs 305,000 people statewide—but only 10 per cent of these employees are women. The numbers aren’t improving either, with only 149 women enrolled in construction apprenticeships in NSW.

Demand for skilled workers in the construction and building industries is increasing, with the Department of Employment forecasting a 13 per cent growth over the coming five years.

However, that does not seem to be an enticement as yet for women to battle the commonly encountered sexism of building and construction.

“I’ve had a lot of people ask me what I am doing and said building sites aren’t for females—I think that would put a lot of females off,” apprentice carpenter, Desiree Owens told The Sydney Morning Herald.

In an attempt to counter the impending shortage, John Barilaro, the minister for skills met with key stakeholders in the construction and building industry.

“We have to change the way we attract women in to the construction sector and campaign to raise the awareness of women in trades,” said Barilaro.

“We have a cultural problem. It’s seen as male only trade—we need to do some work in that place.”

Barilaro was keen to focus on attracting local workers, regardless of gender.

“I’d rather be pulling from 100 per cent of the population rather than rely on 457 [visa] migrant workers,” he said.

While Owens has come up against gender-based difficulties, she is still keen to get into the industry and just wants to be given her fair chance.

“It’s such a good industry to get into—you are always hands-on, staying fit and you are gaining so many skills. We can do anything men can do, you just have to give us a chance. You teach us, and we are going to be just as good as the guys.”

Flat-pack futureBuilding powerhouse Lendlease are set to offer up a first for Sydney in 2016, with a factory intended to develop up to $1 billion of pre-fabricated, flat-pack construction sets to be manufactured over the following five years.

The factory is an exciting step into the new-wave of construction technology—pre-fabricated housing. The new start-up, Design Make, will begin on a smaller scale than property giant Lendlease is known for, the initial $15 million will be a big leap into new affordable technologies.

Pre-fabricating and flat-packing buildings will shift the onus of building towards a production line model set to cut construction time by up to 90 per cent and costs by 50 per cent. This new mode will even be better for the environment, with all components available to reuse.

“You get very precise products that are flat-packed and then delivered on-site,” Tarun Gupta, the Australian property chief at Lendlease, told the Financial Review. “They can be put up efficiently.”

The new factory is also set to create not only new jobs in Sydney, but also new kinds of jobs to spearhead work with the newly available technologies.

“These jobs currently don’t exist in NSW. These are new jobs leveraging the innovative technology that we are pursuing,” Mr Gupta said. “That should lead to better efficiency and therefore better productivity.”

The site is intended to work with cross-laminated timber (CLT), popular in overseas markets as a hi-tech material that can be pre-developed, flat-packed and transported to building sites for assembly.

A beauty business has been fined $75,000 after a worker’s spine was damaged in a forklift accident.

Total Beauty Network was convicted of neglecting safe systems of work and maintenance of a safe working environment, after the worker was dropped inside a cage lifted by forklift.

The company’s warehouse commonly lifted employees by forklift to retrieve products from upper shelving, rather than lifting boxes to the floor, as a time-saving measure. But the cage provided for workers to be lifted in was not designed to lift them, and the forklift used was not intended for carrying a cage.

In late 2014, when a worker was lowered inside the cage, it got caught on a beam and toppled to the ground with the worker still inside. The employee fractured several vertebrae and required a spinal fusion over the long recuperation period.

Marnie Williams, executive director of Health and Safety from WorkSafe Victoria, was appalled by the blatant neglect.

“It is because of this attitude to health and safety that a worker was involved in a traumatic incident, which caused serious injuries and ongoing rehabilitation—it is just inexcusable.”

Beauty company fined after worker dropped on spine



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61103 300g Aerosol $7.85

61109 350g Smart Straw Aerosol $9.95

61104 425g Aerosol $9.45

61114 4 Litre Liquid $41.95

45020 20 Litre Liquid $139.00

45200 200 Litre Liquid $1,145.00

61100 Spray Applicator* $6.20

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21105 Anti Friction Dry PTFE Lubricant 150g $14.95

21106 High Performance Wet PTFE Lubricant 318g $15.95

21107 Brake & Metal Parts Cleaner 300g $9.95

21101 High Performance Silicone Lubricant 300g $8.25

21103 Fast Acting Citrus Degreaser 400g $5.95

21102 High Performance White Lithium Grease 300g $9.95

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• 265mm Pneumatic Wheel • 3/4” Axle • Diamond Tread • 100kg Load Capacity $25.00 INC. GST

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$4500INC GST

• Great multi-prupose hand trolley• 300kg Capacity• 10” Wheels • 1180x370mm Overall Size

TIMBER SKATE DOLLIE• 700x500mm Deck• 150kg SWL• 75mm swivel castors

16” Wide Pneumatic Wheel (WBR020): $165.00 inc. GST 16” Puncture Proof Wheel (WBR022): $220.00 inc. GST

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900W, SDS+ 3 Mode, 5.0J, Bosch Vibration Control, Safety Clutch, Quick Change Chuck, 4.7kg.

Includes: Flat Chisel, Point Chisel, 4pce Drill Set, 6piece Spade Bit Set.

1,500w, SDS Max, 13J, Bosch Vibration Control, Variable Impact Rate, Constant Electronic, Carry Case, 8.5kg.

GSH 16-30 Demolition Hammer

36V, 3 mode SDS+, Exchangeable Chuck, 3.2J, Electronic Rotation Control (ERC), Electronic Precision Control (EPC), Vibration Control, Integrated LED Work Light, 2x 4.0Ah Li-Ion Batteries, AL3680CV Dual Charger (Charges 18V and 36V), Incl L-BOX 238

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Sika’s extensive technical knowledge, on-site expertise and wide range of products allows us to provide high quality, long lasting and customised waterproofing solutions for any application.

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Need to know

Christmas came to Esperance early, as bikers and vintage car enthusiasts took part in a charity toy drive to make sure all the kids of Esperance had toys to open on Christmas Day.

In its sixth year, the Ag & Trade Christmas Toy Ride, formerly known as the Bay Automotive Christmas Toy Run, attracted more than 100 people to the streets of Esperance in 35-degree heat. Getting around in their cars and bikes, participants took to the streets to ride the tourist loop around town before stopping at CSS-member Ag & Trade to drop off their presents.

David Clarkson, manager of Ag & Trade, said: “The toys are for underprivileged kids, aged 0 to teenagers, within the Esperance community—kids who don’t look like getting a Christmas present this year. The Restore Hope Foundation have a list of families that aren’t in the position to buy them.

“If there’s an excess, they [the toys] will be donated to other worthy causes the Restore Hope Foundation have contact with.

“We’ve picked the ball up [from] Bay Auto Motors who have done

a fantastic job over the last five years. Slim McKenzie, the local biker organiser, approached us in conjunction with Radio West/Southern Cross Austereo, and we’re more than happy to jump on board and do our bit for the community.”

Participants were treated to a free concert after, where they could mingle with other car and bike enthusiasts.

Hugely successful overall, the toy drive raised nearly 700 toys valued at an estimated $7500, donated by over 100 generous secret Santas. The sausage sizzle raised almost $400.

Christmas comes early to Esperance kids



Local heroes





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Upright Truck Box Extra Large 1220mm

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• Metal feet to allow for use with fork lift • Manufactured from heavy gauge steel • Storage Capacity: 380 Litres

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BF10PCM140050 M14 50 25

BF10PCM140055 M14 55 25

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BF10PCM140070 M14 70 25

BF10PCM160040 M16 40 25

BF10PCM160045 M16 45 25

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Flange Nyloc® Hex NutClass 10 / DIN 6926 / Zinc Yellow

Rivet RangeThe full range of COLORBOND® Colours available on request.

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Head Style / Dia. Grip Range Shell Stem

DOME HEAD-OPEN 304 STAINLESS 304 STAINLESS

Dia. Grip Range Code: 42 43 44 45 46 52 53 54 56 62 63 64 66 68 68

DOME HEAD-OPEN 316 STAINLESS 316 STAINLESS

Dia. Grip Range Code: 43 44 45 52 53 54

CSK HEAD-OPEN ALUMINIUM STEEL ZINC

Dia. Grip Range Code: 53 64

DOME HEAD-MULTI GRIP ALUMINIUM STEEL ZINC

Dia. Grip Range Code: 43 45 54 56 64 68

DOME HEAD-OPEN ALUMINIUM STEEL ZINC

Dia. Grip Range Code: 42 43 44 54 55 58 64

MONEL DOME HEAD-OPEN NICKEL-COPPER STEEL ZINC

Dia. Grip Range Code: 41 42 43 44 45 46 52 53 54 55 56 62 63 64 65 66 68

DOME HEAD-OPEN STEEL ZINC STEEL ZINC

Dia. Grip Range Code: 42 43 44 45 46 48 52 53 54 56 58 62 63 64 66 68 610 612

Diameters

#4 3.2mm

#5 4.0mm

#6 4.8mm

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CLA-2720 ‘THE GAME CHANGER’

$2090.00Inc.GST

$2950.00 Inc.GST

WO-3250A• Improved Overload Detection with LED indicator• Advanced motor design • Magnet switch protector • Fail-safe restart • Reversible feed handle• Complete with coolant tank• Sturdy carry case• Hole Capacity Dia: 12-32mm • Maximum Thickness: 50mm• Magnet Holding Power: 900kg/f• Weight: 13kg

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This Australian-owned family business stood up to endless challenges before becoming the iconic success that we know today, writes Chris Sheedy.

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The early days of Tridon, originally a Canadian business (which, at one confused stage, sold soft

toys into the Australian market) are a far cry from the well-managed and successful business we know today.

Richard Lennox was employed as the managing director of the Australian business in 1985. At the time, Tridon only sold three types of products—clamps, electronic flashers and wiper blades—in the Australian market, and the business was struggling.

Against all odds


This very successful company now belongs entirely to the Lennox family, after an epic five-year court battle and difficult beginnings.

Against all oddsPreviously an accountant who had run his own practice, and a partner in a motor dealership, Richard had the knowledge and the experience to recognise that Tridon was in trouble.

“A few months after starting at Tridon I had to go over to Canada and present a budget,” Richard recalls. “I said to the owner of the company that the Australian business was going nowhere, but I was confident it could be turned around with their support. Fortunately, they agreed.”

On returning to Australia, Richard

called in the auditors. They told him the profit the previous management forecast to make in 1985 was actually going to be a heavy loss. “So it was a bad start,” he says. “But with a lot of support, we turned it around and made very good profit in 1986, which is when we set up Tridon New Zealand. The New Zealand company is now a clone of Australia, albeit smaller and without any manufacturing, but managed by an excellent team. We set about adding a large number of products into the Australian and New Zealand markets.”

In 1987, Richard was transferred to Europe as president of Tridon International, in order to manage the 15 Tridon-owned companies that were operating outside of North America. In 1988, after executing a substantial reorganisation of Tridon International, Richard was offered the chance to purchase the Australian and New Zealand businesses. He agreed without hesitation. The original owner of the Tridon Group retained a one-third interest in the businesses.

When that partner sold Tridon Group to a large public company, then that business sold to an $8 billion multinational, the partnership turned sour. In 1999, an epic five-year court battle began, which was eventually settled in 2004 with the Lennox family taking, among other things, all of the shares of the business and certain intellectual property.

“Fortunately, both my children had been in the business for some time and stepped up to allow me to concentrate on the litigation,” Richard says. “We also had a formidable management team and this combination meant Tridon was not noticeably affected by the litigation. In fact, the company continued to grow strongly during this very disruptive period.”

“I think their intention was to get hold of Tridon Australia, which was a very successful company. It had grown impressively and both Tridon Australia and New Zealand had remained profitable at all times.”

The entire company now belongs to the Lennox family.

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Andrew worked his way through Tridon, beginning 19 years ago as a junior engineer on the manufacturing side. Coming up through operations, then into general management, he took the long way to the top. Adrienne started in junior marketing roles, ultimately being appointed marketing director in 2002.

At the same time the legal issues ended, Richard says, Andrew was running the company and was already general manager by default. Richard recognised that it was the right time for him to step aside as managing director and, in June 2004, he appointed Andrew to lead the group.

“I handed over my office to him and retired to the golf course to get out of his way,” Richard says. “I don’t believe you can have two people being captain of the same ship.”

Richard remains on the board as chairman, but has nothing to do with the day-to-day running of the business. Andrew brings his father in every so often to take care of special projects (“There are only so many games of golf I can play,” Richard smiles), but the future of Tridon was, and still is, very much in Andrew’s hands.

Innovation and growthTridon is a perfect-sized business right now, Andrew says. It is big enough to be run with the discipline and scale of a large corporation, but compact enough to include the benefits and features of a small business.

“The benefits of a small company include outstanding customer service and the ability to be flexible to requirements,” Andrew says. “It’s about making sure that you treat the small things with great importance and not

just offer a one-size-fits-all solution. The good things about a large company include discipline in terms of financial management and reporting, the way you manage your HR, the way you control the quality of your products and the way you market and distribute your products.”

Being based in Australia helps a great deal with the manufacturing of goods for the demanding local environment.

“Manufacturing in Australia has enabled us to adapt to changing market conditions by providing tailored solutions to complex sealing or fastening requirements,” Andrew says. “Our engineers use the latest technology to design innovative solutions where customers have a particular need for a specially designed hose clamp, such as clamps with specific diameters, special cut outs, numbers of perforations or notches. We are also able to control the quality of our product from production right through to packaging as it’s all done under one roof.”

Quality has long been an obsession within Tridon, Andrew says. It means the company’s products—including brands such as Sykes-Pickavant, Hit, Toledo, Matson, Rennsteig and Knipex—are not necessarily the cheapest, but always represent outstanding value and quality.

“The other important thing about Tridon is that when we launch a new product range, we don’t do it half-heartedly,” Andrew says. “We do full ranges and full catalogues. When we go to our customers with a new program, it’s the best we can possibly offer them. An example is our wiper blade range. We’re constantly bringing out the latest designs. We offer a wiper to fit an old Holden or a new Ferrari. We’ve got a really good, up-to-date program that covers the full market.”

“There is a lot of competition so innovation, for us, is about making it easy for our customers. It could be the way we put a catalogue together to help them select the correct part for their car. It could be the fact that

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So what does the future hold for this brave battler of Australian business? Where does growth actually come from?

In Australia and New Zealand, Andrew says, various ongoing innovations and new technologies will keep the business on its toes. But it is overseas, in previously untested markets, where real opportunity lies.

“We’ve got some good brands, including the recently acquired Matson brand, that are going very well, so we’re looking at other regions,” Andrew explains.

“In addition to our manufacturing

plants in Australia we’ve established a manufacturing and distribution facility in Malaysia. We believe there are some great opportunities for expansion in the southeast Asian region. We’re a pretty steady company so we’re

not going to jump into the Asian region and do what we have done in Australia overnight. We will do things in a measured way, applying the principals learnt over the past 30 years in Australia.”

“The world is changing so quickly and people are more interested than ever in good quality products, so we think the timing is good for us to establish ourselves in another region. That will help with finding consistent growth over the next five years. We see a very exciting future for the group.”

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Tools in the workplace can be your best mate—if you use the right tool for the job and handle it correctly—or they can become your worst enemy, causing you an injury or illness that can last a lifetime, says Paul Davy.

The ongoing development of tools and tool technology is a major focus for power tool companies. They seek

to provide users with a tool that is not only designed for the job at hand, but safer, more reliable, more powerful and user-friendly than ever before. Can you remember the first circular saw you purchased? Perhaps, the blade kept spinning for up to a minute after you had cut your timber? Or feeling the kickback from a drill when it got caught in timber? And grinders, well I think we all have a story to tell about those. We may have a laugh when telling the stories to our mates about ‘olden day tools’, but believe me many of these tools are still being used today.

During 2015, I was fortunate enough to have been invited to a couple of power tool product launches. I was blown away with the improvement in tools and tool technology about to come through during 2016. Improvements in tool design, with a view to reducing the risk of injury and fatigue for the user is at front-of-mind

for the power tool manufacturers. The following examples might help draw your attention to problems associated with using tools, particularly in anti-vibration and dust extraction, enabling you to make the right purchase choice when buying your next tool.

ANTI-VIBRATION Not feeling the vibe? Most tradies will relate to the tingling sensation and numbness in your hands after using a grinder or jackhammer for a long period of time. What does this mean though? Is this normal? Will prolonged exposure to it cause long-term injury?

Hand-arm vibration syndrome (HAVS) is the medical term for symptoms caused by vibration damages. Symptoms may occur in the fingers, hands and arms when working with vibrating tools or machinery. Vibration injuries are divided into three subgroups—neurological disorder, vascular disorder and muscle skeletal disorder. These damages can occur alone or in combination.

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symptoms and try not to expose yourself to this type of injury. Work Safe Australia recommend reducing exposure, or creating shorter periods of tool usage so that your hands and arms get a break from the vibration. They even recommend not gripping the handle tightly as this adds to the problem, but in the real world you need to hold the tool tight, otherwise you could cause another type of injury. There are also gloves on the market that help reduce the vibration, so consider buying a pair of these along with the right tool for the job.

If you are using a tool that is going to cause some sort of vibration, then be aware there are tools on the market, such as rotary hammers, jack hammers, grinders etc, that have been developed

to reduce this sort of injury. Power tool manufacturers are

designing their products to be more ergonomic, to reduce your exposure to injury. The vibration factor occurs differently depending on the tool you’re using and the job you need to perform. It might be the impact the tool is making when drilling, demolishing or chiselling, or vibration from grinding or cutting.

The development is different in each tool, and can be in handle design or tool balance improvements—all with the aim of reducing the vibration heading back up into the user’s hands and arms.

Milwaukee’s new 28mm SDS 800w Rotary Hammer boasts the lowest vibration in its class, due to the new design in their handles. Metabo have introduced an ‘Auto Balancer’ into their grinder models, which reduces vibration by 50 per cent, in conjunction with the Anti Vibration handle.

Milwaukee’s marketing manager, Marcus Monch, said, “It’s the AVS (anti-vibration system) that reduces the amount of vibration to the user. The handle mechanics work like a shock

absorber and this reduces vibration to the user. Depending on which rotary hammer you are using, the AVS system can be either at the top of the handle or both the top and the bottom.”

Bosch and Hitachi Breakers all have vibration control systems built into their tools, at the bottom where the impact occurs, as well in handle design. There are products out in the market to help reduce your risk of HAVS, so talk to your CSS-member store and find out what’s available for the job at hand.

DUSTY AND DANGEROUS Increasingly, dust-producing power tools are being made today with dust-extraction systems, or systems that add water to reduce the dust when cutting, drilling or grinding concrete.

These are a very good investment, as many don’t realise that dust from drilling, grinding or cutting sandstone or concrete can contain a carcinogen known as ‘crystalline silica’. Breathing the dust can cause serious health issues years later, including lung cancer among other diseases.

Prevention is often better than the cure and you can’t always control what is going on around you on a job-site. It needs to be a joint effort by all on-site, to make sure we are looking out for those around us, and not putting other people’s health in danger. You yourself might ‘hold your breath’ while cutting a cement sheet with an angle grinder, or circular saw, but others around you aren’t. Dust lingers and settles, and then with little disturbance rises again. The best prevention is to remove dust, and there are tools that can do this, so you won’t need to hold your breath.

In 2010, the Australian Safety & Compensation Council, now Safe Work Australia, requested the development and fielding of the National Hazard Exposure Worker Surveillance survey, to determine findings on the extent Australian

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Over 4500 workers were surveyed, it was found that approximately 39 per cent of workers were exposed to airborne hazards in the workplace, with half of the workers exposed to dust. Across the industries affected by dust, workers in the health and community services, construction and manufacturing industries were the most likely to be provided with masks.

Dust extractors and attachments are becoming increasingly popular, possibly due to users becoming more mindful of

health issues, and the availability and affordability of the products. In the past buying an additional attachment was considered an expense, but now it’s as important as buying a dust mask.

Products, through development, are getting better—vacuum units attached to extractors have filters to the clean the air, as opposed to bag attachments to saws that capture saw dust. If you’re going to be exposed, choose the right dust mask or respiratory protection to suit the situation and ensure you’re protected.

Our next issue of F.A.T. Mag will highlight the masks available to protect you from different gases, fumes and dust, but seek advice from one of the CSS-member stores before you start your next job.

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It’s been over 25 years since John Padman set out to revolutionise the flood irrigation industry from his back shed. Today, his company—Padman Stops—employs 50 people, and supplies a wide

range of innovative irrigation products to famers around the country.

Based in Victoria’s Strathmerton, Padman Stops designs, develops and manufactures precast irrigation gates and automation systems for the surface and flood irrigation industry.

The company’s key product is the Padman Stop—a watertight, rubber-flap irrigation gate that transforms inefficient flood irrigation into efficient surface irrigation to achieve significant water savings for farmers and protection of a valuable natural resource for Australia.

The innovation has scored several environmental awards for the company, and has helped power its rapid growth in recent years.

“We had a big expansion about four years ago, where we went from 12 staff to 50 over a really short period of time,” says Shawn Padman, John’s son and general manager of the company.

“The growth was sparked by a sudden government injection of funds into water-efficiency grants for farmers, and managing such an expansion was a major challenge for the company,” says Padman.

“It was a bit unnatural for a company to grow that quickly, so there were some testing times for

When irrigation manufacturer Padman Stops struck a period of rapid growth, it was the company’s strong supplier relationships that helped see it through, writes Shane Conroy.

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a couple of years,” he says. “We had to learn pretty quick. We use a business coach now, and [have] built a leadership team, and are trying a lot of different things to change the culture and stay focused on all the things that matter.”

A friend in need What matters most, says Padman, is relationships, and the supply relationship we have with the CSS-member company in Shepparton, Ultimate Fasteners, is a strong one, and vital to fully capitalising on their expansion opportunity.

“When you go through a period like that, you fall back on the people you know you can rely on,” he says. “It’s not a time when you want to be hunting around for new products and trying new suppliers. You go back to basics, and you go back to who you know will give you good service, and Ultimate Fasteners ticks all the boxes”.

The key to building strong relationships, says Padman, comes down to the supplier’s willingness to develop a strong understanding of their customer’s operations and how they can support the business.

“We work with the guys at Ultimate Fasteners closely so they have a good understanding of the materials we go through quickly, and they always have good stock for us,” he says. “Through building that relationship, Ultimate Fasteners has been able to hold the right materials on the floor in Shepparton for us—which means we can keep up with ongoing demand.”

The customer is king Padman also rates quality customer service as an important reason for his company’s long-term loyalty to suppliers such as Ultimate Fasteners.

Ultimate Fasteners are based in Shepparton and have a strong supply offering, which extends all across the Shepparton and outlining regions. Being local gives them the on-the-ground experience and understanding of customer needs within the region, and provides the team at Ultimate

Padman Stops has a strong research and development focus and is constantly working on new products and expanding existing efficiencies. Suppliers who are able to share expertise with the company, says Padman, are valued as genuine business partners.

“We do a lot of experimental and prototype work, so the right advice from a supplier about the best products or materials to use can really help to improve our development process,” he says. “And if we need parts really

quickly we can generally get them on the day. As the years go on, service is everything.”

New horizons Padman Stops also works hard to build relationships with farmers that add value to their operations.

“We’re always on farms, talking to famers and finding out what they need,” says Padman. “We have the ability here to do the whole process right from design to manufacture and delivery, we just need to know what the farm needs.

“That’s what it’s all about at the end of the day. We make a very unique product and have always hung our hat on being innovative and making products that

Padman startsFasteners with a true affiliation with local companies as well as rural customers.

“Service is really important to us,” he says. “At the end of the day, a lot of these materials can come from many different companies, and we order enough quantity to get whatever price we want if we shop around and negotiate with different companies.

“But the reason we stick with Ultimate Fasteners is service. We’re able to get a rep up here to have a look at our operation and process. He can come in and say ‘no, you

should be using a different product or material’, that is a better fit for purpose or more economical.”

“Our supply partnership with Padman Stops is something we enjoy and respect”, says Dean Jones, owner of Ultimate Fasteners. “It’s open enough for us to discuss opportunities and develop a product offering that meets their needs”. In conjunction with another CSS member, HES in Melbourne, who specialise in hoisting equipment, Padman Stops have manufactured a winch for the Padman Stop that has their own unique branding on it, thus promoting Padman Stops to all that may see their products out in the field.

“The right advice from a supplier about the best products or materials to use can really help to improve our development process.” John Padman, Padman Stops

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listen to the farmer and what they want.” As Padman looks to the future,

he’s optimistic about the outlook. The agriculture industry continues to power the company’s growth, and future excursions into new markets, such as roadwork, are on the cards in the medium term.

However, it’s the emerging Queensland market that is currently keeping the company on its toes.

“We produce a lot of infrastructure here in Victoria and send it to Queensland, so it’s always a challenge to ship them halfway across the country,” he says.

“But our product is unique and well-respected enough—with a good reputation—that we’re still able to do that, and we have a very good emerging market up there. The fact that we can still produce it here in Victoria and ship it all that distance is a real feat, and that’s the exciting challenge for the company in the next 12 months and beyond.”

The company will also focus on research and development as it continues to pioneer new technology for flood irrigators, and serves as a knowledge centre for local farmers seeking farm-planning advice.

“We’ve always got something new and exciting happening,” says Padman. “And along the way we’ve managed to be very successful in saving a lot of water for the country.”

Ultimate Fasteners have a strong sourcing network capability due to their membership with the CSS group—the group has 72 CSS member stores nationally. “Being a member of CSS has opened up many doors for us, and helped our business become a strong competitive supplier to customers like Padman Stops,” says Jones.

“Helping customers like Padman’s achieve great results in business, and seeing them become strong in the market, gives us comfort in knowing we’re doing our bit” says Jones.

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Tech talk

Getting thirsty on the job might seem like a problem with a simple solution—drink something! But it’s

easier said than done, and now there’s recognition

that dehydration can become a serious health risk if workplaces don’t manage it properly, Sue

Nelson reports.

Thirsty work

Dehydration can creep up on you, particularly if you’re putting in long hours on-site, especially

in extreme conditions. It’s easy to forget to listen to your body or to underestimate how much fluid it needs to keep going, and what types count.

Coffee breaks and an after-work trip to the pub are definitely not the answer. In fact, these caffeinated and alcoholic drinks can make dehydration worse; they act as diuretics, causing you to relieve yourself of more fluid than you put into your body in the first place.

Some workers may find they inadvertently limit their fluid intake because of the nature of their work, their access to water and rehydrating drinks, the gear they may wear (masks or helmets), a reluctance to leave tools unattended or because of limited toilet facilities on site. All these issues are

compounded by extreme weather conditions, or physical exertion —often both.

John Pica is the Health and Safety Superintendent for CITIC Pacific Mining. The mine is located in the remote Pilbara region, situated on the north-west coast of Western Australia. “Most of our work on-site happens outside in hot, humid conditions for extended periods,” says John. “In addition, the majority of our workforce are fly-in, fly-out—and the climate in Perth can be completely different to


“The recommended intake of eight glasses

a day doesn’t cut it when your workers are working up a sweat, often in hot or humid conditions.”

what is experienced on-site.”Even mildly dehydrated workers

may start to lose concentration and productivity, heightening the risk of mistakes and even accidents. Signs to watch for include dry lips and mouth, sweating, fatigue, decreased alertness, dizziness, muscle cramping, stomach-aches, headaches, decreased or dark urine and irritability.

The recommended intake of eight glasses a day doesn’t cut it when your workers are working up a sweat, often in hot or humid conditions. Easy access to flowing water—preferably filtered tap water—is crucial.

The first step is to assess your company’s needs by conducting an audit of the workplace, and ensuring there’s easy access to fluids—water or hydrating drinks—and toilet facilities. The next step is worker education, which appears to be a very effective means of ensuring dehydration in the workplace is prevented. “We provide education to our employees so they have the tools and the knowledge to identify signs of dehydration,” says John.

But is drinking water sufficient? Some companies offer replenishing drinks to replace the essential salts, minerals, carbohydrates and amino acids needed to maintain optimum performance and productivity at work.

“We provide our staff with electrolyte products as one of many different ‘heat and hydration’ initiatives,” says John.

“Part of the logic of using an electrolyte product is it replaces some of the salts and minerals lost when an individual sweats,” says Jeffrey Bowers, Health, Safety, Environment, Security (HSES) and Training Manager with Darwin-based Leighton contractors, a company building a $34 billion gas plant in Darwin. “But they can’t drink gallons of the stuff, as too much can have an effect on their kidneys.”



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season, humidity dramatically rises—today we have 85 per cent humidity—and we have 220 workers working outside, tying steel and pouring concrete, erecting large structural steel and installing metal-roof sheeting. We also have guys working inside completed buildings but, because there’s no permanent power on-site, there’s no building air conditioning, so the guys have to use portable generators and fans.”

Jeffrey says that one of his biggest challenges is helping the guys understand how their bodies change. This is dependent on whether they had a meal or drank alcohol; whether they drank water before going to bed and whether they had a decent night’s sleep. In addition, did they drink water when they woke up? Did they drink water while travelling to the job site? Leighton’s job site is approximately a 40- to 50-minute drive in a vehicle, but 90 per cent of the workforce is driven to and from the site in large 50-seat coaches. During the day the guys sweat a lot—some more than others—and this starts on the journey to work.

Because each worker is so different, it seems a multi-pronged approach to keeping the guys’ fluids up is best. But the most effective weapon against dehydration is always worker awareness. “We encourage our employees to drink a bottle of water before they come to work, and to drink fluid consistently throughout the day,” Jeffrey says.

And preventing dehydration is also about looking after a mate: “Our staff members are trained to look for the signs of dehydration in fellow workmates as a part of a program encouraging ‘mate safety’,” says Jeffrey. Avoiding worker dehydration is practical risk management for any hard-working company.

“As a safety manager, I constantly keep an eye on the workforce, along with my team and our construction supervisors. We supply Thorzt, an electrolyte-replacement drink, in bottles and large water barrels and we also issue camel packs. We regularly stop and talk to the guys and, during these conversations, we also give the workers an ice block. We also use ice blocks if one of the guys is starting to show the early signs of heat stress.”

“The guys initially didn’t like the Thorzt product because it wasn’t as sweet as the competitor,” Jeffrey says. “They now enjoy all the different flavours available—and we buy the one-litre bottles of concentrate, which

Location and work type are the main risk factors for employee dehydration.


mix perfectly into a 20-litre water barrel. We also buy the single-serve sachets for the guys who use 600ml bottles.

“All of this is supported by regular communication and education sessions—we invite guest speakers, such as former Olympian and Thorzt spokesman David Rhodes, to give the workers an opportunity to hear a consistent message from someone other than us.”

Jeffrey also cites location and work type as the main risk factors for dehydration. “Darwin experiences seven months during the dry season where there’s no rain, but a constant temperature range of 25 to 33 [degrees],” he says. “During the wet

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Power Input 1400 WattsMax. Airflow 4080 l/minCapacity 30 ltrWet/Dry Capacity 17.5 ltrWeight 9.5 kgPower Take Off Rating 1000 Watts

L Classified to meet legislationCompact durable design for ease of transportation and storageOperates using a twin filter for maximum efficiencyWet & Dry Operation

Standard Equipment: 2.4m x 32mm extraction hose,35mm Airlock adaptor, Dust Bag

DWV902M-XE

38L Construction Dust Extractor M Class

TSTAK II & AdaptorVIA REDEMPTION

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■ 6“ DOUBLE GUSSET SLIP ON BOOT■ UK SIZES 4 to 16 & 6.5 to 10.5■ PENETRATION RESISTANT SOLECode: MKCHIPPYP-HHFXXX (Honey)

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SAFETY GLASSES■ Medium impact ■ Anti-Scratch lens■ 99.9% UV protection for outdoor wear■ Complies to AS/NZ 1337.1:2010Code: FE001 (Clear Lens) FE002 (Smoke Lens)

$2.50GREAT VALUE

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Code: TM-BUNT

$15.00GREAT VALUE

■ Available in both 50mm x 9m and 50mm x 12m. Both lengths c/w hook & keeper

■ Complies to AS/NZS 4344:2001■ Rated lashing capacity of 2500kg

Code: RTD055PL (9 metre)

50MM MULTI PURPOSE RTD ASSEMBLY

$19.95GREAT VALUE

NEW &IMPROVED!

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■ Lashing Capacity 3800KGCode: 145128

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compliance■ 100 pairs/BoxCode: HFPD100

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compliance■ 200 pairs/BoxCode: HFPD200

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company started using Crete-Off five years ago to help clean up its machinery, concrete kibbles and moulds. He says the company now goes through around 20 litres per month.

“We started using Crete-Off because some of the other so-called concrete removal products created occupational health and safety issues with their personal protective equipment requirement, training, storage and disposal. This product made it easy for

operators to keep equipment clean.”Construction Supply Specialists (CSS) marketing manager Paul

Davy says unlike other products of this nature, Crete-Off is a sugar-based liquid—meaning

it’s non-toxic, odourless and won’t cause harm to any

painted surface, tool, metal or plastic surface, or any type of plant or vegetation.

Traditionally, hydrochloric and muriatic acids have been used on stubborn, dried-on ready-mix.


As anyone working in construction or mining is only too aware, most labour-saving devices

almost always come with a catch. Sometimes that cost is financial, other times environmental—but more often than not it comes in the form of compromise, where performance or product longevity must be sacrificed for the sake of saving a few hours on the tools.

There’s a new product causing a stir among tradies, DIYers and engineering professionals that looks set to change all that.

Crete-Off Concrete Dissolver is designed to dissolve the Portland cement compound in concrete, mortar, grout, thin-set and other cement products —as the name suggests.

Paul Henderson, maintenance and fabrication manager of pre-cast pit company Aus Pit, says his

While effective, they’re also highly corrosive. Crete-Off doesn’t contain muriatic or sulphuric acid, it’s 100 per cent biodegradable, and can be shipped and stored without hazmat markings.

Suitable for use across a range of applications, it’s most effective when used to clear concrete build-up on hand tools, mixers, screeds, pumps, wheelbarrows, scaffolds, mud tubs, generators and vehicles. It can even be used on windows and framing.

Davy says Crete-Off works by attacking and dissolving the “glue” in concrete, by deconstructing the bond between the Portland and other ingredients—such as sand or gravel—eliminating hammering, scraping and acid washing.

Product focus

Crete offRemoving cement splatters and build-up from tools is a frustrating task, but a product discovered by accident is now promising to take the hard work out of the process.

Crete-Off dissolves concrete, mortar, grout, thin-set and other cement products.



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Dissolves and cleans concrete off:

MachineryWindows & FramesReady-Mix TrucksHand Tools & Formwork

Available in 750ml & 5Ltr Spray Bottle & 20Ltr Container

THE NON-ACID ALTERNATIVE CONCRETE DISSOLVERCrete-Off is a nontoxic, biodegradable, “environmentally green”

liquid designed to dissolve the Portland cement component in concrete, mortar, thin set, grout, and other Portland

cement based products.

It contains no acid, Crete-Off will not harm painted surfaces, tools, metal surfaces, plastic surfaces, or any type of plants or vegetation. It

is easily neutralized and diluted with water. It is fast-acting but not instantaneous, so correct application of the liquid to the material is the key to success. It is a labour-saving product designed to be operator

safe and to eliminate hammering, scraping and acid- washing of tools, equipment, and building surfaces.

* While stocks last. All prices include GST

SHOVEL (With bonus product SJ-WS350)POST HOLE TRADE OAK

SJ-OPHS $39.95

Features Trade Quality Strong Oak Timber Handle 2mm Carbon Steel Head Head Size - 275mm X 200mm Reinforced Collar FSC Certified Handle

CONCRETE RAKE (With bonus product SJ-KB)LIGHTWEIGHT ALUMINIUM

SJ-CPR $42.95

Features Aluminium Head and Shaft Shaped Head for Added Functionality Head Stays for Rigidity Designed for Shifting Wet Concrete

Prior to Finishing

BOLT CUTTERSOLID FORGED HANDLES

EC-EFBC14 FORDGED 14” $42.95EC-EFBC18 FORDGED 18” $51.95EC-EFBC24 FORDGED 24” $69.95EC-EFBC30 FORDGED 30” $86.95EC-EFBC36 FORDGED 36” $130.95EC-EFBC42 FORDGED 42” $172.95

Features Precision Machined Drop Forged Jaws Adjustable Arms Solid Forged Handles For Maximum Force Non Slip Comfort Soft Grips Built-In Stops For Added Safety Ideal For Cutting Concrete Reinforcing rods,

Mesh and Wire

SHOVEL (BONUS PRODUCT)ALL STEEL - D HANDLE

SJ-WS350 $22.00

Features All Steel Construction Extra Long 30” Handle for Extra Reach” Head Size - 300mm x 255mm

BRICK LINE 100M – VARIOUS COLOURS

SJ-8/100M-LG Fluro Green Brick Line $8.95SJ-8/100M-P Fluro Pink Brick Line $8.95

Features 8 Strand Braided Brick Line Super Tough Nylon Construction Available in Light Green – Pink & Orange Colours

KNEELER BOARD (BONUS PRODUCT)

SJ-KB $32.35

Features Kneeler Board for Concreters One piece Poly tray with handles Memory Foam Insert for Added

Comfort Used for Kneeling on New

Concrete While Finishing

BONUS PRODUCT*

BONUS PRODUCT*

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“It turns material into soft mush, which doesn’t require hazardous waste disposal,” he says.

Developed by a “mad” scientist who was in the process of developing a new washing detergent, but accidentally spilled some on the concrete floor. Crete-Off normally works in just a few minutes, and the amount of time required is proportional to the thickness of the concrete being dissolved, he says.

“The minimum amount of time it takes to work is around 10 minutes, but thicker materials may take 30 minutes or more, and repeated applications.”

Davy says in order for the product to work correctly it’s important that users go to great effort to keep the material dry before applying Crete-Off, as any

water on the material will neutralise the effects of the concrete dissolver, potentially jeopardising its effectiveness.

For this reason it works best when it’s applied with a brush, air former or sprayer, then washed off with a high-pressure hose.

The dissolver of choice for many companies large or small, Davy says Crete-Off’s use extends beyond the traditional construction sector and has been used by everyone—from swimming pool contractors and stonemasons, to panel beaters and landscape gardeners—to assist them to remove concrete from surfaces where it shouldn’t be. However, he explains, it’s the mining sector where the concrete dissolver is really gaining traction.

“It turns material into soft mush, which doesn’t require hazardous waste disposal.”

Paul Davy, CSS

“Mining sites are very focused on having their employees work in a safe environment. Due to the large number of workers [in the field], the risk ratio of someone getting injured at work is high.

“If workers get injured then they’re off on leave, putting a strain on resources which can reduce production. Because Crete-Off’s acidity is like a citrus fruit, it doesn’t burn human skin, so it’s a safer alternative.”

Crete-Off is available in 750ml spray bottles which retail for around $22.00, 5Lt and 20lt containers and 208Lt drums are also available on request.

For more information on the product, or to find your nearest stockist, visit www.creteoff.com.au.



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CC14SF-6WAGP22 Piece Corded Combination Kit• CC14SF-6W 2400W, 14" (355mm), Cut-Off Saw • 6 x 355mm Cut-Off Wheels• G10SR4-BP 730W, 100mm Angle Grinder• Angle Grinder Carry Case• 3 x Cutting Wheel Inox• Diamond Wheel Segmented • Measure Tape 8m • Grinding Wheel

DH40MEY(H1)1150W, 40mm, 7.5kg, 11 Joules, 2 Mode SDS-MAX, Brushless Motor Rotary Hammer with UVP

WR16SE(H1)12.7mm, 370W, 360Nm of Torque, Brushless Motor Impact Wrench

G13SB31300W, 125mm, Anti-vibration Handle, Slide Switch Angle Grinder

DH45MEY(H1)1500W, 45mm, 9.5kg, 13.4 Joules, 2 Mode SDS-MAX, Brushless Motor Rotary Hammer with UVP

WR22SE(H1)19mm, 800W, 620Nm of Torque, Brushless Motor Impact Wrench

G13SR4(H6)730W, 125mm, Slide Switch Angle Grinder with Carry Case

PACK2953 Piece 18V Slide Combination Pack• DV18DSDL Impact (Hammer) Driver Drill• WR18DSHL High Torque Impact Wrench• G18DSL 125mm Angle Grinder• 2 x 5.0Ah Li-ion Slide Batteries with MPC• Cooling Charger• Large Site Bag

WR25SE(H1)25.4mm, 900W, 1000Nm of Torque, Brushless Motor Impact Wrench

Inc. GST$99900 Inc. GST

$1,23900

Inc. GST$24500

Inc. GST$1,44900

Inc. GST$9900

Inc. GST$57900

Inc. GST$98000

Inc. GST$1,34900

Inc. GST$89900

HITACHI LI-ION

5.0SUPER HIGH

CAPACITY

Ah

DH52MEY(H1)1500W, 52mm, 11.5kg, 22 Joules, 2 Mode SDS-MAX, Brushless Motor Rotary Hammer with UVP

WH18DSDL(H4)18V Impact Driver, 6.35mm Hex Drive, Naked, Slide Battery Compatible

Inc. GST$15500

NT65M2(H2)65mm, C Series Finish Nailer

Inc. GST$22900

KC18DRBL(HJ)3 Piece 18V Slide Combination Pack• DV18DBL Brushless Impact

(Hammer) Driver Drill• WR18DBDL Brushless Impact Wrench• G18DBAL Brushless 125mm Angle Grinder • 2 x 5.0AH Slide Li-Ion Batteries• Cooling Charger• Large Site Bag

Inc. GST$79900

HITACHI LI-ION

5.0SUPER HIGH

CAPACITY

Ah

G18DBAL(H5)18V 125mm Angle Grinder• Brushless Motor, Naked,

Slide Battery Compatible

Inc. GST$28900

RB24EA(HD)Blower 23.9cc, 0.89kW, 273 km/h Air Velocity

Inc. GST$23900

CM75EBP(HA)Handheld Cutter 75cc, 3.9kW, 355mm

Inc. GST$1,19500

BONUS Battery

Inc. GST$41500

IMPACT-A Floor Guard - Super Tough Floor Protection Sheet is manufactured from a closed cell, cross linked foam. One side

is thermally fused to a strong Polyfabric weave making it tough and durable. This material is free from plasticisers and CFC’s,

so safe to use.

T: 2.5mm x W: 1200mm x L: 20m RollsPart Number IMPFG-20

Impact-A Floor Guard - Super Tough Floor Protection Sheet may be used to protect a wide

variety of common surfaces such as :

- Polished granite and marble- Various types and varieties of tiled surfaces- Carpets – new and old- Timber flooring- Kitchen and bathroom benchtops- Waterproofing membranes (as a protective sheet for)- Polished concrete floors and freshly laid concrete surfaces- Plus there are many more

Features :- Will not decay or rot out- Has excellent chemical resistance- Has a high abrasion and tear resistance- Has high water resistance and can be used as a water barrier- Easy to cut and shapes well through folds (wall protection for example)- Fast and simple to install- It’s lightweight for ease of transportation and handling- Impact-A Super Tough Floor Protection Sheet is reusable.

New Product see in store for more details

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Look out for the B8 HeadmarkIt’s your sign of premium corrosion protection from one of the most advanced coating systems in the world.

• B8 Vortex™ Universal Roof Screw for fastening roofing to metal battens, steel purlins up to 1.5mm thick or timber battens.

• One step fastening of Corrugated and Square Rib roof sheeting eg. Custom Orb®, Trimdek® & Spandek®.

• Suits roof profile heights from 16mm to 30mm. Available in lengths 50mm to 65mm.

• B8 Corrosion Protection to AS 3566 for Self Drilling screws.

• Full range of painted screws available in COLORBOND® Steel & Ultra Steel, Colorsteel®

& MAXX™ colours.

• Fully warranted for ISO Category 5 – Very Severe Environments

For fastening the crest of Corrugated or Square Rib roof sheeting to metal battens, steel purlins or timber. True Blue non

conductive EPDM Sealing washer

For a water tight seal.

Vortex™ Thread The Vortex™ Roof provides

superior thread engagement & pull-out in both metal

& timber.

Vortex™ uniquely engineered drill point

Patent protected, Vortex™ Universal point design is suitable for metal

battens, steel purlins up to 1.5mm thick & timber battens.

REVOLUTION

COATINGB8 Drills faster

8 times harder coating provides 30% faster drills times.

Lasts longerLasts 4 times longer than conventional Galvanised coatings. (*AS3566-2002 CL3 Galvanised)

Engineering Manufactured to suit the unique Australian construction conditions.

Quality Tested to strict quality standards in Bremick’s accredited laboratory.

Superior engineering and finish makes B8 the smart choice

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Need to know

Congratulations to the winners of last issue’s Fat Chance competition. They’ve each won a $3500 travel voucher to reward themselves with an “Ultimate Break for Freedom”! A huge thanks to our sponsors:

Fat Chance winners!

Scott from Buildtech congratulating winner, Mark Verdouw.

Local winner Geoff Brierley with shop owner Jim.

Gary, owner of Brisbane Fasteners, congratulates Bryan Williams.

AGM business owner Tony Mohr congratulating Sam Monghelli.

Kincrome, HB Fuller, Beaver Brands, and Impact-A. The winners are:NSW: Ken Woodbury

Qld: Bryan WilliamsVic: Sam MonghelliTas: Mark VerdouwWA: Geoff Brierley

If you want your Fat Chance of winning a $3500 travel voucher in this issue’s competition, turn to page 32-33 to find out more. Happy travels!

NSW winner Ken Woodbury (middle), pictured with Nick Aldridge (left) and Mike Ryan (right), representing VEK Tools.



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CUTS. GRINDS. SANDSMULTI-TOOL

32mm Hard Point Tooth Extended

19mm Fine Tooth Blade

M12™ Cordless Multi-Tool

M18™ Cordless Multi-Tool(Tool Only)

(Tool Only)

Sand Paper 60 Grit (8 Pce)

M18™ Multi Tool Depth Stop Wide Blade Kit (3 Pce) Heat Treated Kit (3 Pce)

Sand Paper 80 Grit (8 Pce) Sand Paper 120 Grit (8 Pce) Sand Paper 240 Grit (8 Pce)

44mm Nail Guard Blade 32mm Nail Guard Blade

32mm Hard Point Blade

32mm Carbide Grit Replacement Sanding Pad Milwaukee Universal Adaptor75mm Carbide Grit

75mm Metal Blade 32mm Metal Blade 75mm Metal Segment

48900010

$14.50incl

48900015

$12.50incl

48902060

$6.00incl

48902080

$6.00incl

48902120

$6.00incl

48902240

$6.00incl

48900040

$15.00incl

48902000

$12.00incl

48900020$21.90incl

C12MT-22B

$225.00incl

C12MT-0

$119.00incl

M18BMT-0

$210.00incl

48900025$20.50incl

48900030$15.50incl

48900110$22.00incl

48900000$18.00incl

48900045$25.00incl

48900100$28.00incl

49902410$24.50incl

48901000$40.00incl

48901050$48.00incl

48900035$35.00incl

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When you’re relying on serious power tools to get the job done, you want the ones that are going to do it as safely as possible.

Portable power pros

With safety becoming increasingly important on-site, it’s easy to see why cordless power tools have gained popularity. Milwaukee continue to deliver power tool products that not only revolutionise cordless expectations, but also integrate brand new technology that deliver safer solutions for tool users.

By utilising advanced FUEL™ technology, Milwaukee introduces a host of cordless products that minimise safety issues, which unfortunately have become all too prevalent on the jobsite. Not only does cordless portability boast convenience, and limit time spent searching for power outlets, it also limits trip hazards from power cords, promoting a safer, more productive working environment for the user. Products such as the new Magnetic Drill, Force Logic™ platform

and the new Braking Angle Grinder, all feature cutting-edge technologies that have been engineered with job-site safety as a core focus.

The new M18 FUEL Magnetic Drill delivers a strong magnetic hold and functional design that benefits magnetic tool users.

Featuring a patented magnetic base and Auto-Stop lift-off detection, this new tool allows safe drilling in one-quarter-inch steel that ceases power to the motor automatically if excess motion is detected while drilling. It also utilises a permanent magnetic base that operates without power. This feature ensures that the drill doesn’t deactivate if the battery has exhausted, which can pose a potential hazard for magnetic drill users.

With a focus on job-site safety and efficiency, Milwaukee is introducing

the Force Logic™ press tools category. These hydraulic-driven cordless tools are an effective alternative to the traditional soldering connection, engineered for the plumbing, electrical and utilities market. This press process involves flame-free installation, where fittings are consistently pressed—minimising gas leaks, risk of fire, and leading to improved productivity and jobsite safety.

Cordless grinders are also progressively replacing

many traditional corded versions on the job-site. Notably, the new M18 FUEL Braking Grinder, another advanced cordless solution, that reflects Milwaukee’s dedication to safety. The Grinder features RapidStop™ that will completely stop a grinding disc in less than two seconds, protecting the user from kickback, reducing user injury and increasing productivity. Milwaukee have introduced a slimline body design to reduce user fatigue commonly found with extensive use of a grinder. RAPIDSTOP™ and ergonomic design make this new grinder the perfect solution for job-site safety personnel and professional tool users.

These new power tools are a prime example of Milwaukee’s commitment to deliver advanced solutions that help professional tool users improve safety and productivity on the job-site.

For further information on Milwaukee’s full product offering, please visit www.milwaukeetools.com.au.

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M18FPP8A-502B

$2199incl

M18FMDP-0C

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M18 FUEL™ Magnetic DrillM18 FUEL™ Impact Wrench w/ Friction Ring

M18 FUEL™ Impact Wrench w/ Detent Pin

2300 Watt Chopsaw 125 mm (5”) Angle Grinder

Shockwave™ 3 Pce Magnetic Nut Driver Set

Shockwave™ Socket Adapter Set 12 Pce S/Saw Demolition Kit

Right Angle Attachment Jobsite Organiser

Shockwave™ 40 Pce Impact Driver Bit Set

M18CBS125-502C

$789incl

M18 FUEL™ Deep Cut Bandsaw Kit

M18FIWF12-0

$269incl (each)

M18FIWP12-0

CHS355

$319incl

AG750-125

$89incl

49664561

$12incl

48325033

$9incl

48062871

$85incl48228030

$69incl

49221129

$59incl

RED HOT DEALS!BONUSM18FIWF-0

BONUSAG750-100

M18 FUEL™ 8 Pce Kit

M18 FUEL™ 3 Pce Kitwith:

While stocks last! RRP $249.00

48324402

$49incl

Via Redemption 01/02 /16- 31/03/16

M18FPP3C-502B

$899incl

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Fluorolok Tape Measure100192 8m x 25mmFL48ME10 8m/26’ X 25mmFEATURES & BENEFITS• Extended tape mouth• Yellow blade graduated in mm • Bright coloured case

each

Ergonomic File Sets

CSD2525PC Screwdriver Set includes Precision Screwdriver SetFEATURES & BENEFITS• Heavy duty cellulose acetate handles resistant to most solvents & lubricants• New Tri-Lobe design handles for a comfortable grip• Chrome Vanadium blades• Magnetised & hardened tips

$3300

$4800

$5300

$1995

$73900

$49900

$9900

Universal Pliers with Crimper3800CTV Linesman Pliers, 200mm3800CHV 1000V Pliers, 200mmFEATURES & BENEFITS• Premium quality forged alloy• Precise jaw gap allows easy wire work• Cross hatch jaws for sure grip of work material• Serrated pipe grip for positive use with conduit, alloy pipes and bars

Includes• Deep Tool Chest (600 x 406 x 437mm)• 90Pc Socket Set METRIC/SAE 1/4”,

3/8” & 1/2” Drives• 52Pc Screwdriver Set• 24Pc Ratcheting Wrench Set• 12Pc Plier Set

22040HNN 5Pc File Set • 10” Half Round• 10” Mill Bastard• 8” Mill Bastard• 8” Flat Bastard• 6” Slim Taper

22030HNN 9Pc File Set • 12” Mill Bastard• 10” Flat Bastard• 10” Mill Bastard• 10” Half Round• 10” Round Bastard• 8” Flat Bastard• 8” Half Round• 6” Slim Taper• 6” XXSlim Taper

$9500

83155 26”/660mm 7 Drawer Roller Cabinet • 680 x 457 x 991mm

83159 26”/660mm 8 Drawer Chest• 660 x 406 x 437mm

83173179Pc Combination Tool Kit

3885 40Pc Set, SAE $9900

3886 40Pc Set, Metric $9900

3887 75Pc Set, Metric & SAE $165 00

FEATURES & BENEFITS• Offset Box End for Better Access• Surface Drive Plus™ on Open End• Surface Drive® on Box End Provides

Off-Corner Loading for• 8, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19

& 22mm• 1/4”, 5/16”, 3/8”, 7/16”, 1/2”, 9/16”, 5/8”,

11/16”, 3/4”, 13/16”, 7/8”, 15/16”

81931 24Pc 6 Point Combination Wrench Set Metric/SAE

Ratcheting Tap andDie Drive Tool Sets

$16500

each

$4800

BONUS8” PLIER!

3800CTV

3800CHV


$2350

$129900

$19500

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Mola Peg Anchor Fitting Guide1. Locate nut at top of stud2. Insert into hole, allowing slotted section to pass through hole3. Strike pin home4. Torque to ABS recommendations

16mm

Drill 16mm


16mm

Drill 16mm


16mm

Drill 16mm


16mm

Drill 16mm


16mm

Drill 16mm

Size Grade Finish Product Code

Clamping Range Tensile (KN)

Single Shear (KN)

Torque

Min (mm) Max (mm)M8 x 50 8.8 Zinc / Clear PA0850 5 34 20 22 20M10 x 50 8.8 Zinc / Clear PA1050 5 30 32 30 35M12 x 60 8.8 Zinc / Clear PA1260 7 36 49 49 50M16 x 60 8.8 Zinc / Clear PA1660 7 32 75 75 100M20 x 75 8.8 Zinc / Clear PA2075 7 35 110 120 125

1. Locate nut at top of stud

2. Insert into hole, allowing slotted section to pass through hole

3. Strike pin home

4. Torque to ABS recommendations.

Please Note: all SWL tensile figures require a safety factor loading of 5:1 based on ultimate load results. Ultimate Load Testing has been carried out by independent UKAS accredited laboratories.Please Note: all SWL shear figures require a safety factor loading of 1.5:1 based on independent UKAS laboratory accredited test data.

Note: Care should be taken not to impact pin until bolt is fully home

1 2 3 4

Example

Molabolt Peg Anchor

– Solving The Problem Of Blind Applications In Steel Construction

Application• Hollow steel sections• Plate steel sections• In primary and secondary

steel work• Can be used in areas where

common rivets are unsuitable• Ducting, cladding, pipeline etc.

Molabolt Peg Anchor Fitting Guide

SAFETY BOOTA re-usable, cost effective base for constructing

free-standing temporary guardrails.

• Complies with requirements of AS4994.1 & AS4994.3

• Easy set up and take down

• Can be used on most base materials

$35.00SAFETYBOOT

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Safety first with Metabo

With safety becoming increasingly important on-site, it’s easy to see why cordless power tools have gained popularity. Milwaukee continue to deliver power tool products that not only revolutionise cordless expectations, but also integrate brand-new technology that deliver safer solutions for tool users.

By utilising advanced FUEL™ technology, Milwaukee introduces a host of cordless products that minimise safety issues, which unfortunately have become all too prevalent on the jobsite. Not only does cordless portability boast convenience and limit time spent searching for power outlets, it also limits trip hazards from power cords, promoting a safer, more productive working environment for the user. Products such as the new Magnetic Drill, Force Logic™ platform and the new Braking Angle Grinder, all feature cutting-edge technologies that have been engineered with job-site safety as a core focus.

The new M18 FUEL Magnetic Drill delivers a strong magnetic hold and functional design that benefits magnetic-tool users. Featuring a patented magnetic base and Auto-Stop lift-off detection, this new tool allows safe drilling in one-quarter-inch steel and automatically ceases power to the motor if excess motion is detected while drilling. It also utilises a permanent magnetic base that operates without power. This feature ensures that the drill doesn’t deactivate if the battery is exhausted, which can pose a potential hazard for magnetic-drill users.

With a focus on job-site safety and efficiency, Milwaukee is introducing the Force Logic™ press tools category. These hydraulic-driven cordless tools are an effective alternative to the traditional soldering connection, engineered for the plumbing, electrical and utilities market. This press process involves flame-free installation, where fittings are consistently pressed—minimising risk of gas leaks.

The philosophy of our company from the beginning has always been safety first, and in 1966 Metabo rose to the forefront of grinder safety with the first mechanical safety clutch, the ‘S-Automatic’. To this day, we still believe the mechanical safety clutch is a much safer option than any electronic clutch on the market, and our safety clutch has been applied to all our German-built, five-inch grinders and drills.

How does it work?The safety clutch works similarly to a clutch in a car. As the load builds up on the grinder via high pressure or a disc jamming, the clutch starts to slip—thus reducing the impact force when a full jam occurs. While a very simple concept, we believe this is the most effective way of protecting the user against grinding wheels exploding due to jamming disks.

Metabo is continually improving its safety features, examples include:

- The Metabo Auto Balancer, reduces vibration by 50 per cent in conjunction with the Anti Vibration handle.

- The Metabo Mechanical Brake,

stops the blade spinning within two seconds of the switch being released.

- In 2014, Metabo released what we believe is the safest and most powerful five-inch grinder in the world—the ‘WEPBA’, a 1700-watt grinder with all the safety features jammed in to one machine.

What does WEPBA stand for? W Is the German word for angle

grinder, ‘winkelschleifer’ E Electronics’, constant speed control,

soft start and restart protection P Paddle or dead man switchB Brake, stops the grinding/cutting

wheel within two seconds A Auto balancer, reduces vibration

caused by a worn grinding wheel.

In some workplaces, the WEPBA is the only grinder allowed on-site due to more exacting safety standards. One of our end users says, “As society progresses and continues to demand a higher degree of safety, with zero harm to the driver, usage of a grinder as a cutting tool will no longer be an acceptable risk.” says Steve, the safety officer at Mt Isa. Now the only grinder allowed on-site at Steve’s workplace is one with a mechanical clutch to protect the user.

At Metabo we have also developed a range of inexpensive cutting guards and adjustable handles for a safer and more comfortable user experience.

You can check out our range of grinders at your local CSS dealer or at www.metabo.com.au.

Since 1924, Metabo has been a name synonymous with metal working machines—and safety first.

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