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Christmas is just around the corner,
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and South Africa’s DIY home improvement
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EDITOR Zandile Mavuso Email: zandile.mavuso@media24.com
market is perfectly positioned for the
On that jolly note, read up on our
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Christmas Guide supplement feature
LAYOUT & DESIGN Nazreen Bhyat
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in 2025 and projected to reach $787.6m
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(page 25) and read our report
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RETAIL MATTERS OUTLOOK
reading the consumer:
a macroeconomic outlook for retail Trade Intelligence, in collaboration with Nedbank Commercial Banking, hosted a Retail Strategy talk at this year’s Retail Summit 2026, co-located with LeaderEx 2026 at the Sandton Convention Centre in September. The session aimed to share economic insights with retailers and provide an outlook on what to expect from consumers as we draw closer to the end of 2026.
As we move into the final quarter of 2026,
future risks, leading to a projected slowdown
volatility and sideways drifting. The picture,
Nedbank chief economist Nicky Weimar,
in retail sales growth over the next two years.
in other words, is one of a consumer who
whose presentation was titled “The macro
is still spending, but with noticeably less
perspective: Retail trading context”, took
CONSUMER SPENDING: A LOSS OF
retailers through the various economic
MOMENTUM
impacts and trends affecting South African
conviction than a year ago. FUEL, INFLATION AND INTEREST RATES
consumers. She also offered a forecast of what these changes may predict for the coming year. “The retail sector’s performance is intrinsically linked to the South African consumer, with recent trends indicating a noticeable loss of momentum in consumer spending despite overall growth, particularly in new vehicle sales This softening, says Weimar, is attributed
Consumer spending, encompassing both goods and services, showed a decent
The US-Iran war pushed global oil and
to factors like volatile employment, the
upswing starting in the second half of 2024,
local fuel prices upward, causing inflation
interplay between nominal wage increases
gaining momentum throughout 2025, and
to rise from 3% to over 4% and prompting
and inflation, and the impact of interest
staying positive into the first quarter of 2026.
the South African Reserve Bank to hike
rates on household debt service costs,
However, a noticeable loss of momentum
interest rates by 25 basis points. With overall
alongside the aggressive use of the ‘two-
occurred in the first quarter of this year,
household debt levels sitting at around
pot system’ for savings. Looking ahead,
intensifying in the second quarter, with retail
60% of income, the burden is not evenly
the ongoing US-Iran conflict introduces
sales growing by only 0.4% in real terms.
distributed: the portion of debt not flowing
significant uncertainty regarding fuel prices
New vehicle sales, particularly Chinese
through the formal banking sector – the
and inflation, while a resilient rand and
motor vehicle imports, exhibited very
unregulated sector – is growing rapidly,
moderating food prices offer some counter-
strong growth, while broad retail sales and
indicating increased borrowing by low-
inflationary relief. Even so, a potential ‘super
services such as hotels, accommodation,
to middle-income populations at high
El Niño’ and rising services inflation pose
and catering – though recovered – showed
interest rates.
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driven by Chinese imports.”
RETAIL MATTERS OUTLOOK
Meanwhile, the ‘two-pot system’ has allowed aggressive access to retirement savings, sustaining sales in the interim but potentially leading to smaller pensions in the long run. For retailers, the short-term boost
// The Reserve Bank's 4% target band is projected to be met in the second half of 2027, falling below the actual target in 2028, assuming the super El Nino turns in February 2027 //
may mask a deeper erosion of consumer purchasing power further down the line. THE RAND AND FOOD PRICES
INFLATION AND INTEREST RATE
are anticipated to accelerate again but not
PROJECTIONS
run heavily – moving from less than 1% to closer to 3%, with some field crops potentially exceeding 4% or 5%. The Reserve Bank’s 4% target band is projected to be met in the second half of 2027, falling below the actual target in 2028, assuming the ‘super El Niño’ turns in February 2027. THE RETAIL SALES OUTLOOK A conservative forecast includes one more interest rate hike of 25 basis points, which
Employment is expected to remain stagnant
will keep consumer spending softer but
Not all indicators point downward. The rand
and sideways due to global uncertainty, with
not completely stall it. Positive real income
has shown remarkable stability and resilience,
companies prioritising cash preservation
growth of 1.4% is expected this year.
strengthening as global investors grow
and cost-saving. Nominal pay increases are
cautious about the US economy and as South
projected to be between 5% and 7%, but
spending are expected to slow from 3.6%
Africa demonstrates improved fiscal discipline.
their real value depends heavily on inflation,
real growth last year to 1.9% or 1.8% over the
A stronger rand helps contain import prices
which remains highly unpredictable given
next two years – a meaningful deceleration,
and dampens inflation. Food inflation, too, has
fuel price volatility and the US-Iran conflict.
but without falling apart or entering a
moderated thanks to good global and local
Headline and core inflation are both above
dramatic slowdown or recession.
agricultural production, with prices shrinking or
4%, exceeding the Reserve Bank’s 3% target
rising at a much slower rate.
plus its 1% tolerance band.
Overall, retail sales and consumer
For hardware retailers and suppliers, the message is clear: the consumer is still in the
On the outlook, the worst of the rise in
game, but the margin for error is narrowing.
A potential ‘super El Niño’ could lead to
petrol prices is already in the inflation rate,
Planning for slower, more selective spending
viciously inflationary conditions if it continues
and while elevated, its impact is expected
rather than a broad-based recovery will be
into 2027, and services inflation, currently at
to slowly fade by May next year. Food prices
the prudent course.
However, these counterweights are fragile.
5%, is viewed as a first-round effect of higher transport costs. While that is expected to fade due to demand constraints, rising inflation expectations in the second quarter remain a concern for the Reserve Bank.
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// The worst of the rise in petrol prices is already in the inflation rate and while elevated, its impact is expected to slowly fade by May next year //
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RETAIL MATTERS PAYMENT TRENDS
shoppers drive digital revolution Consumers are no longer passive recipients of digital innovation, they are actively shaping the future of payments through everyday decisions, said Visa South Africa country head Lineshree Moodley during the Retail Summit held at the Sandton Convention Centre last month. “Every tap, scan, and abandoned cart sends
decisions. This generation expects financial
powerful signals to retailers and financial
institutions to enable and empower them, not
institutions about what shoppers truly
just market to them.
value. When consumers tap to pay, they are demanding speed. When they seamlessly
INTELLIGENCE AND TRUST
move between physical stores and online
Looking ahead, Moodley mentioned that the
channels, they are insisting on flexibility. And
next frontier involves making payments more
when they abandon carts due to complexity
intelligent through artificial intelligence (AI).
or security concerns, they are prioritising
Currently, 61% of consumers use AI for price
confidence over convenience,” she explained.
comparisons, while 30% of Gen Z deploy it
Mobile technologies and services now
to detect fraudulent links. Agent commerce
contribute 7.7% of Africa’s gross domestic
– where AI acts on behalf of users to book
product growth, generating about $220bn in
flights, compare suppliers, or buy groceries
economic value. A figure which Moodley noted
within set boundaries – represents the future.
is projected to reach $270bn by 2030. In South
THE GEN Z FACTOR
Africa alone, online retail grew by R130bn last
Perhaps most significantly, Gen Z is reshaping
technology over five years, preventing
year, now representing 10% of all retail sales.
the retail landscape. Currently representing
$40bn in fraud, underscores a critical truth:
She pointed to statistics from Visa’s
30% of the global population, their spending is
digital growth demands robust security. New
network – connecting 14 500 financial
expected to grow from 8% to 25% of total retail
solutions must be built for trust, inclusion,
institutions and 175 million merchant locations
in coming years, contributing 30% of global
and scale, with retailers, banks, fintechs, and
– which reveals that 74% of consumers across
spending by 2030.
regulators collaborating to create ecosystems
However, Visa’s $11bn investment in
the central Europe, Middle East and Africa
In sub-Saharan Africa, Gen Z exhibits distinct
where everyone can participate confidently.
region plan to use digital payments in the
characteristics: 92% value entrepreneurship, 36%
The future of payments will not be defined
next year, with 75% expressing confidence
game daily, and 85% feel deeply connected to
by technology alone, but by how confidently
despite fraud concerns.
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people use it and how inclusively it’s built.
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RETAIL MATTERS MALL ACQUISITION
New Africa Developments acquires Kalahari Mall in Upington New Africa Developments (NAD) has acquired Kalahari Mall in Upington in one of the biggest shopping centre transactions ever concluded in the Northern Cape.
Exterior entrance at NAD’s Kalahari Mall.
The transaction, which received
investing in well-located, dominant retail
to build on these strengths over time. We
unconditional approval from the Competition
assets with sustainable income streams and
look for retail assets that combine sound
Tribunal in June, has now been concluded,
long-term growth potential.
investment fundamentals with an important
marking NAD’s entry into the Northern Cape
“Kalahari Mall stood out as a high-quality
and adding a dominant regional retail asset
regional asset with sound fundamentals and
to its growing South African portfolio.
a significant position within its market. Its
role in the communities they serve. Kalahari Mall brings those qualities together.” The due diligence process further
Kalahari Mall is an established shopping
trading performance, national tenant mix and
reinforced NAD’s confidence in the
destination serving Upington, surrounding
established customer base provide a solid
acquisition, particularly through the
towns and neighbouring cross-border
foundation, while we also see opportunities
mall’s trading performance, the quality
markets. With a strong national tenant mix,
of its tenant relationships, and the loyalty
loyal customer base and consistent trading
of its customer base.
history, the centre represents a strategic addition to NAD’s portfolio of convenience and regional retail centres. For NAD, the acquisition combines proven investment fundamentals with opportunities to create further value through active asset management, including proactive leasing, continued optimisation of the tenant mix, and significant investment in the property. NAD MD Robin Houghton says the acquisition reflects NAD’s strategy of 14 | DIY & INDUSTRIAL TRADE NEWS OCTOBER 2026
// With a strong national tenant mix, loyal customer base and consistent trading history, the centre represents a strategic addition to NAD's portfolio of convenience and regional retail centres //
CONFIDENCE IN A RESILIENT REGIONAL MARKET The acquisition broadens NAD’s geographic footprint into the Northern Cape and provides exposure to an economy underpinned by a diverse range of sectors. Upington is an important economic centre within the province, supported by agriculture, logistics, renewable energy, tourism, and cross-border trade, while
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mining is a significant economic driver in the
already has a strong position in
surrounding region. Its strategic location also
its market. We see our role as building
enables Kalahari Mall to draw customers
on that foundation – supporting our
from well beyond the immediate town. NAD believes these characteristics, together with continued regional investment, support the area’s long-term sustainability and growth prospects. “Kalahari Mall’s significance extends beyond Upington itself. It serves people
// As an established regional destination, it provides employment, supports local businesses, and acts as an important gathering place for the community //
retailers, responding to changing customer needs, and ensuring that the centre continues to evolve alongside the community it serves.” The acquisition also reflects NAD’s continued confidence in the South African retail property sector, particularly well-
from surrounding towns and cross-border
positioned regional and convenience
markets and plays an established role within
centres with strong grocery anchors, quality
the wider regional economy,” says Houghton.
national retailers and established local
“That reach, together with the diversity of the
NAD is planning a substantial investment
regional economy, gives us confidence in the
in Kalahari Mall over the next year, including
long-term prospects of both the centre and
an extensive refurbishment and renovation
to evolve, NAD believes convenience,
the market it serves.”
of the centre, the reconfiguration of several
accessibility and the quality of the overall
tenant premises and the potential expansion
retail experience are becoming increasingly
of its gross lettable area (GLA).
important to the performance and enduring
The mall’s role also goes beyond retail. As an established regional destination,
customer bases. While consumer expectations continue
it provides employment, supports local
The investment will build on the
businesses, and acts as an important
fundamentals that have established
“Well-located retail assets with sound
gathering place for the community.
Kalahari Mall’s strong market position,
fundamentals have demonstrated their
while creating new opportunities for
resilience,” says Houghton. “When those
philosophy, which focuses on shopping
growth and ensuring that the centre
assets are actively managed and continue
centres that become deeply embedded in
continues to respond to changing retailer
to deliver genuine value to the communities
the areas they serve.
and customer needs.
they serve, we believe they remain
ACTIVE OWNERSHIP AND INVESTMENT
on what already works rather than
Kalahari Mall fits firmly within that view,
FOR GROWTH
change the fundamentals that have
and we look forward to being part of the
NAD describes its approach as one of active
made the mall successful. “Kalahari Mall
next phase of its growth.”
Robin Houghton, MD New Africa Developments.
Japie van Niekerk, founder and CEO New Africa Developments.
This aligns closely with NAD’s investment
The aim, says Van Niekerk, is to build
relevance of shopping centres.
compelling for long-term investments.
ownership rather than passive property management, with long-term value created through ongoing investment, close tenant relationships, operational excellence, customer experience, and community engagement. NAD CEO and founder Japie van Niekerk says this means looking beyond the physical property to understand what will keep an asset relevant to retailers and customers over the long term. “A successful shopping centre must work at several levels. Retailers need an environment in which they can trade successfully, customers need a destination that is convenient, relevant, and enjoyable to use, and the centre needs to remain connected to the community around it. Our role as an owner is to keep paying attention to all those elements and to invest in the asset in ways that support its long-term performance.”
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Dulux reveals Soulful Sage as Colour of the Year 2027
SOFT SILVERY GREEN ANCHORS THREE PALETTES FOR 2027 Dulux has announced Soulful Sage™ as its Colour of the Year for 2027 – a soft, silvery green chosen to reflect a growing desire for interiors that feel calm, uncomplicated and uplifting. spaces; Light combines soft, serene
The shade emerged from AkzoNobel’s annual
shades for a peaceful feel; while
ColourFutures™ trend
Lift introduces brighter,
research, conducted
optimistic colours
by its Global Aesthetic
to create more
Center with input from
energetic and joyful
architects, designers,
environments.
trend specialists, and
“Our 2027 Colour
industry experts across
of the Year is about
multiple sectors.
creating lighter spaces
“Through our annual
for lighter lives,”
ColourFutures rigorous
explains Heleen van
trend research involving
Gent, creative director
architects, designers, and
of AkzoNobel’s Global
industry experts across
Aesthetic Center. “We’re
multiple sectors, Soulful
living through a time
Sage emerged,” says Palesa Ramaisa,
grounding base in layered interiors.
when many of us feel weighed down –
Dulux Colour Expert. “What we’re seeing
For design professionals, it’s the bridge
by world events, by information overload,
is a clear shift: designers are moving away
between minimalism and warmth.”
by everything demanding our attention.
from saturated, demanding palettes toward
Soulful Sage forms the foundation of
With Soulful Sage, we’re giving people
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three complementary colour stories – Glow,
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FEATURE RETAILERS GUIDE - WATERPROOFING AND DAMP SOLUTIONS
keep water out. lock profits in Water remains one of the leading causes of damage to residential and commercial buildings. Leaking roofs, balconies and parapet walls, rising damp, cracked masonry, and poorly sealed wet areas all create an ongoing demand for effective waterproofing and damp-proofing solutions.
Hardware retailers need to stock a comprehensive range of products that address the many different causes of water ingress. Equally important is understanding the purpose of each product and where it should be used. From liquidapplied waterproof coatings and reinforcing membranes to damp-proofing treatments, sealants and crack repair compounds, every application requires the correct solution. A complete waterproofing offering is not just about coatings, it includes primers, reinforcing membranes, flashing tapes, sealants, crack fillers, and application accessories. These products all form part of an effective waterproofing system and should be considered when developing a product range. South Africa’s diverse climate presents a variety of waterproofing challenges. Heavy rainfall, coastal humidity, prolonged UV exposure, and ageing infrastructure all contribute to moisture-related problems, increasing the need local conditions. This Retailer Guide examines
Product categories retailers should consider stocking:
the principal waterproofing
• Acrylic waterproofing compounds
• Flashing tapes
and damp-proofing categories,
• Rubberised waterproofing
• Waterproof sealants
their typical applications, and
• Fibre-reinforced waterproof coatings
• Polyurethane waterproof coatings
the latest products available
• Cementitious waterproofing
• Roof repair products
to the market. It provides
• Torch-on membrane systems
• Waterproof primers
retailers with a useful overview
• Damp-proof paints
• Waterproofing membranes
of the solutions available from
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• Waterproofing accessories, including reinforcing
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FEATURE RETAILERS GUIDE - WATERPROOFING AND DAMP SOLUTIONS
Flash Harry 51 YEARS OF SOLVING WATERPROOFING PROBLEMS
DIFFERENT PROBLEMS. DIFFERENT SOLUTIONS. ONE WATERPROOFING SPECIALIST. There is no one-size-fits-all solution to waterproofing. Whether it’s a leaking roof, cracked ridge, damp wall or under-tile application, each situation requires a different approach, depending on the substrate, location, movement, and level of water exposure. Waterproofing is all we do. Since 1975, Flash Harry has specialised in solving waterproofing problems, developing practical solutions for South African conditions, and building a range around the jobs that need to be done. 51 years of waterproofing. 51 years of problem solving.
LIQUID PLASTIC - WATER BARRIER OUR PREMIUM RUBBERISED ACRYLIC WATERPROOFING SYSTEM A premium-quality, flexible rubberised acrylic used with reinforcing membrane as a waterproofing system, or as a highbuild protective roof coating where reinforcement is not required. KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS • Premium-quality rubberised acrylic formulation • Up to 350% stretch • Flexible, UV stable and weather resistant • Excellent adhesion • Use with membrane for reinforced waterproofing • Can also be used as a high-build protective roof coating • Suitable for roofs, parapets, walls, and general roofing applications • Proven in the South African market since 2006. Guarantee: 12-year manufacturer’s guarantee, subject to terms and
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conditions.
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FEATURE RETAILERS GUIDE - WATERPROOFING AND DAMP SOLUTIONS
ONE SHOT LIQUID PLASTIC PLUS
FIBRE FLEX
SOUTH AFRICA’S ORIGINAL
TOUGH. HEAVY-DUTY. HIGH-BUILD.
FIBRE-REINFORCED WATERPROOFING
WATERPROOFING KIT — TRIED. TESTED.
MEMBRANE-FREE.
WITH A LONG, PROVEN TRACK
TRUSTED.
A thick, heavy-duty waterproofing
RECORD
A complete acrylic-and-membrane
compound that forms a seamless,
An easy-to-use, fibre-reinforced,
waterproofing system that has helped
flexible, impermeable membrane
membrane-free flexible waterproofing
generations of South African DIYers tackle
without the need for a separate
compound with a long and proven track
common roof leaks.
reinforcing membrane.
record in the South African market.
KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS
KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS
• Complete reinforced waterproofing system
• Tough, heavy-duty formulation
• Fibre-reinforced
• Acrylic coating plus reinforcing
• High-build application
• Built-in reinforcement — no separate
KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS
membrane for most applications
• Membrane-free • Seamless waterproofing
• Flexible and easy to apply
• Flexible elastomeric finish
• Suitable for parapets, flat roofs, roof
• Suitable for parapets, flat and pitched
tiles, walls, gutters and fishponds
roofs, roof tiles, walls, gutters, and
• Ideal for repairing ageing acrylic and
waterproofing details.
membrane systems
membrane • Easy DIY application • Ideal for roof ridges, flashings, roof screws, and skylights • Suitable for tiled and iron pitched roofs • Flexible and durable • The original Flash Harry waterproofing kit.
12-year manufacturer’s guarantee,
• Available in eight colours.
8-year manufacturer’s guarantee, subject
subject to terms and conditions.
12-year manufacturer’s guarantee,
to terms and conditions.
subject to terms and conditions.
ROOF TILE & RIDGE REPAIR
KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS
A FIRST-OF-ITS-KIND
• Ready-mixed — no cement mixing required
READY-MIXED RUBBERISED
• Rubberised and flexible
MORTAR REPAIR
• Extra thick, heavy-duty, and high build
A Flash Harry innovation
• Encapsulates, bonds, seals,
developed to take the mess and complexity out of traditional ridge and roof-tile
and waterproofs • Repairs cracked and damaged concrete roof tiles
repairs. Its extra-thick, heavy-
• Ideal for ridges and tile joints
duty, high-build rubberised
• Fast and easy DIY application.
mortar paste is ready to use
12-year manufacturer’s guarantee,
straight from the tub.
subject to terms and conditions.
// Since 1975, Flash Harry has specialised in solving waterproofing problems //
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RETAILERS GUIDE - WATERPROOFING AND DAMP SOLUTIONS
SLURRY SEAL
DAMP DOCTOR DAMP SEALER
FROGSKIN ROOF PAINT
POSITIVE. NEGATIVE. EVEN UNDER WATER.
STOP DAMP FROM SPOILING THE
TOUGH, FLEXIBLE PROTECTION
A flexible, two-component cementitious
FINISH
FOR YOUR ROOF
waterproofing system designed for
A water-based interior and exterior
A premium pure acrylic roof coating
applications where an acrylic coating is
priming coat designed for vertical walls
formulated to form a tough, flexible,
not the right solution.
affected by rising and penetrating damp,
weather-resistant protective film over
superficial damp, discolouration, and
metal and tiled roofs.
KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS
peeling paint. KEY FEATURE AND BENEFITS
• Flexible cementitious waterproofing • Suitable for positive and negative water-pressure applications • Suitable for permanent submerged applications • Ideal for showers, retaining walls, foundations, flower boxes and fishponds • Suitable for selected under-tile applications • Can be reinforced where movement or cracking is anticipated • Excellent solution for masonry and cementitious substrates.
KEY FEATURES AND BENEFITS
• Tough, flexible protective film
• Treats damp-affected vertical surfaces
• Weather resistant
• Binds and stabilises the surface
• Excellent adhesion
• Helps prevent staining and
• Low water uptake
discolouration showing through
• Dirt resistant
• Leaves a smooth finish
• UV stable
• Promotes adhesion of subsequent
• Long-lasting colour performance
decorative coatings • Water based and easy to apply • For best results, the underlying source of moisture should also be identified and addressed.
• Suitable for metal and tiled roofs • Works as the finishing coat over appropriate Flash Harry waterproofing systems • Can be used independently on sound, problem-free roofs
THE RIGHT SOLUTION FOR THE RIGHT JOB
• Environmentally friendly.
Different problems require different solutions. For 51 years, Flash Harry has focused on
10-year manufacturer’s guarantee, subject
waterproofing. It is what we do, what we know and what we are passionate about. From reinforced acrylic systems and fibre-filled compounds to cementitious waterproofing, damp treatment, roof repairs and protective coatings, the range is built around one simple principle: the right solution for the right job.
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to terms and conditions.
FEATURE RETAILERS GUIDE - WATERPROOFING AND DAMP SOLUTIONS
Powafix THE RIGHT SOLUTION FOR EVERY WATERPROOFING JOB For hardware retailers, waterproofing is a category where having the right products on the shelf is only part of the equation. Store staff also need to be able to identify the problem and recommend a product suited to the application. Powafix offers a comprehensive range of waterproofing and damp-proofing solutions covering everything from roof leaks and flashings to cement mixes, damp masonry, and below-ground applications. The range gives retailers practical options for both routine maintenance and more demanding waterproofing jobs.
A solution for every application RUBBER FX® — RUBBERISED WATERPROOFER Designed for demanding exterior applications, Rubber FX provides a flexible waterproofing barrier with 350% flexibility and a 12-year performance guarantee. It is suitable for roofs, flat roofs, balconies, parapet walls, flashings, gutters and downpipes, carports, and awnings. Its flexibility, water and dirt repellence, and ability to plug holes and gaps make it a useful choice where movement and
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exposure are considerations.
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FEATURE RETAILERS GUIDE - WATERPROOFING AND DAMP SOLUTIONS
POWA COAT® —
POWAFIX®
ACRYLIC WATERPROOFER
WATERPROOFING MEMBRANES
Powa Coat is a weather-resistant
Powafix Waterproofing Membranes
acrylic waterproofing kit for
provide added strength, flexibility
general roofing and maintenance
and durability across both coating
applications. It carries an 8-year
and cement-based waterproofing
performance guarantee and can
systems. The high-strength polyester
be used on roof flashings and
membrane reinforces acrylic and
valleys, gutters and downpipes,
bitumen coatings, helping bridge
vents, skylights, chimneys and
joints and movement-prone areas.
parapet walls, as well as cement
Ideal for roofs, gutter joints, flashings,
tiles, metal and concrete surfaces.
AQUA SHIELD® —
chimneys and parapet walls, with
The product offers durable
HIGH STRENGTH WATER PROOFER
excellent flexibility and UV resistance.
weather resistance and excellent
Aqua Shield is a premium, fibre-reinforced
For cement applications, the high-
adhesion, with membrane
acrylic water proofer providing flexible,
density polypropylene membrane is
included.
high-strength waterproof protection.
designed for use with Powafix CWP40
Its built-in fibre reinforcement means no
Cement Waterproofer.
separate membrane is required, making
It improves flexibility and tensile
application quicker and simpler. The tough,
strength, helping prevent surface
UV and weather-resistant coating is
cracking while maximising adhesion
backed by a 12-year performance
and long-term durability.
guarantee. Ideal for roofs, gutters, downpipes, flat roofs, balconies, and weather-exposed exterior walls. Also suitable for parapet walls, roof flashing, capping tiles, chimneys, and joint sealing.
CEMENT WATERPROOFER 40 — LIQUID CEMENT ADDITIVE For applications where waterproofing needs to be incorporated into the cement mix,
// Powafix offers a comprehensive range of waterproofing and damp-proofing solutions //
Cement Waterproofer 40 provides a versatile solution. The additive improves adhesion, strength and water resistance and can be used for showers before tiling, plasters,
FLEXI CRETE® — DAMP & WATERPROOF PLASTER
mortars and screeds,
Flexi Crete is a fibre-reinforced, flexible, and crack-resistant
ponds and reservoirs,
waterproof plaster developed for repair, resurfacing, and
flat roofs and
demanding waterproofing applications.
balconies, and damp-
It is suitable for bathrooms and showers,
proofing walls.
exterior walls, window and door frames,
It is suitable for both
ponds and reservoirs, and boundary and
interior and exterior
retaining walls. Its fibre reinforcement,
applications and
flexibility and adhesion make it suited to
improves cement
applications where a durable repair and
strength and
waterproofing solution is needed.
flexibility.
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FEATURE RETAILERS GUIDE - WATERPROOFING AND DAMP SOLUTIONS
Start with the problem
MORTAR TITE® — WATERPROOFING ADDITIVE
For retailers and sales staff, the
Mortar Tite is a concentrated waterproofing
easiest way to navigate the range is
additive for everyday cement mixes. Added to
to start with the customer’s problem
cement and sand, it is suitable for bricklaying
rather than the product.
mortar, plaster and rendering, screeds,
• Roof leak or general roof
concrete repairs, and bag-wash slurries. The simple 1kg-
waterproofing? Powa Coat POWA TAPE® — BITUMEN SELF-
• High-flexibility, heavy-duty roof
to-50kg cement
ADHESIVE WATERPROOFING TAPE
mix ratio makes
For quick repairs and troublesome
• Waterproofing a cement mix, screed,
it straightforward
joints, Powa Tape provides a simple
or plaster? Cement Waterproofer 40
for retailers to
clean, peel-and-stick waterproofing
• Repairing and waterproofing a
explain and for
solution. The 1.5mm-thick bitumen
cement surface? Flexi Crete
customers to use,
tape is suitable for roof leaks, flashings,
while the product
gutters and downpipes, chimneys, roof
also improves
vents, and skylights.
protection? Rubber FX
• Adding water resistance to mortar or cement? Mortar Tite • Quick repair around a joint, flashing
bond strength,
It bonds to cement, clay, metal,
flexibility, and
and plastic, making it a useful repair
• Protecting foundations, retaining
crack resistance.
product to have readily available in the
walls or below-ground masonry?
waterproofing section.
Wall Shield
or gutter? Powa Tape
• Protecting exposed masonry while retaining its natural appearance? WALL SHIELD — BITUMEN
HYDROFIX — CLEAR MASONRY
WATERPROOFING COATING
WATER REPELLENT
Wall Shield is a tough bitumen
Where customers want to protect exposed
waterproofing coating designed to
masonry without changing its appearance,
stop damp and water penetration
Hydrofix provides a clear, water-based
through masonry and concrete.
treatment that penetrates porous surfaces
Applied directly to brick and concrete
and repels water and moisture.
without priming, it makes waterproofing
It is suitable for exterior plastered and
quicker and simpler. Once applied, it
concrete walls, boundary and garden
forms a durable waterproof barrier with
walls, cement pots and planters, decorative
excellent adhesion. Ideal for foundation
concrete features, and cement-based
walls, footings, retaining and basement
cladding. The clear finish helps maintain the
walls, brick, and block masonry. Also
existing appearance while providing water-
suitable for planter boxes and other
repellent protection and helping to prevent
moisture-exposed masonry surfaces.
discolouration and algae or fungal regrowth.
®
®
Hydrofix. This problem-solving approach can also help retailers merchandise the range more effectively, making it easier for staff to identify the proper solution and for customers to find the product they need.
More than just a product Powafix has been manufacturing products for paint and hardware retailers across Southern Africa since 1988, with a focus on quality, value, and fit-for-purpose solutions. For retailers, the waterproofing range provides a broad selection of products covering different applications, supported by Powafix’s product knowledge and service. The result is a range that is straightforward to understand, recommend and stock — helping stores provide customers with the right solution for the job.
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NEWS COMMUNITY INITIATIVE
Agrinet’s BaseCamp
backs The People’s Pantry Agrinet has announced a new community initiative through its exclusive outdoor lifestyle brand, BaseCamp, aimed at supporting The People’s Pantry, a community food security programme based at Victoria Yards in Johannesburg.
The initiative was inspired during a recent
The experience inspired a longer-
BaseCamp content shoot at Victoria Yards,
term commitment. From 1 August 2026,
where Agrinet’s marketing team met the
BaseCamp started donating R25 to
people behind The People’s Pantry and
The People’s Pantry for every BaseCamp
learned more about the organisation’s work
Wagon sold.
rescuing food, supporting local soup kitchens
“We wanted to create something that
and operating an innovative Swap Shop that
went beyond a once-off donation,” said
allows community members to exchange
Agrinet marketing manager Alichia Mentz.
recyclable materials for healthy groceries.
“This campaign allows every customer
During the visit, the team asked a simple
and every retailer to become part of a
question: “How can we help?” The answer
genuine community story while
was equally simple. The organisation
supporting an organisation making a
needed practical equipment to help
meaningful difference.”
move rescued food between vehicles,
The People’s Pantry is dedicated to
storage areas, and distribution points.
improving food security within the
BaseCamp donated its wagons to assist
Makers Valley community by rescuing
with the daily operation.
food, supporting local soup kitchens, and creating opportunities for community members to access healthy food with dignity. The initiative reflects Agrinet’s ongoing commitment to building purpose-led exclusive brands that create value not only for retailers and consumers, but also for the communities they serve.
Sometimes making a difference starts with a simple question: How can we help?
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For more information about the campaign, Visit: https://www.agrinet.co.za/samrand/every-basecamp-wagon-carries-something-bigger
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On 1 July , IB McIntyre & Co marked six decades in business. The company that began as a small agency in now supplies hardware, security, shelving and lubricants across Southern Africa — and reaches its sixtieth year with a new Chief Executive Officer, a new distribution centre and two brands on the book.
Harsh Vardhan Chief Executive Officer and Dennis Pullinger Chairman cutting the 60th Year Celebration Cake
CEO
Eurobrass Brassware An elegant brass handle from the Eurobrass collection, reflecting the brand’s commitment to quality architectural hardware and timeless design.
Calini Stainless Steel An Italian-inspired Calini handle, combining refined detailing with sophisticated design to create a distinctive finishing touch for any interior.
Build the pipe, then fill it. The two new brands arrive into a business that has already build the room to carry them.
Designed to Stand Out. Build Around Every Brand. Eurobrass’s customisable stand solutions bring our diverse brand portfolio to life, creating impactful, brand-focused displays tailored to showcase each range. From Calini St Steel to Mackie Rigging and Mackie Hardware, every stand is designed to make the products — and the brands behind them — stand out. DIY & INDUSTRIAL TRADE NEWS OCTOBER 2026 | 39
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Chief Executive Officer
as Chief Executive Officer
CHAIRMAN CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OPERATION DIRECTOR COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR FINANCIAL DIRECTOR
A MILESTONE WORTH CELEBRATING. WD-40 proudly congratulates Mackie on 60 remarkable years. Six decades of dedication, hard work and partnership have built something truly worth celebrating. It has been our privilege to be part of your journey. May the next chapter be your greatest yet.
Happy 60th anniversary from all of us at WD-40.
NEWS APPOINTMENT
ib mcintyre marks 60 years with new brands and leadership transition IB McIntyre & Co is marking its 60th anniversary with the acquisition of two new brands and a change at executive level. The company, established by Ian McIntyre
As part of its next phase of growth, IB
industry relationships, and a proven
on 1 July 1966, has built its business over
McIntyre has acquired EuroBrass Brassware
leadership track record. He will be supported
six decades through its relationships with
and Calini Stainless Steel. The company says
by IB McIntyre’s existing executive team as
customers, staff, and industry stakeholders.
the two brands will complement its existing
the business enters its next chapter.
product ranges and benefit from its national
According to Pullinger, the transition has
footprint. Further details on its plans for the
been made from a position of strength, with
brands will be communicated in due course.
the company remaining focused on quality,
The anniversary also marks a change in
service, and delivery. The business says
leadership. After many years as MD, Dennis
its people, values and commitment to its
Pullinger has moved into the position of
customers will remain unchanged as it looks
chairperson. Harsh Vardhan has joined the
towards the next 60 years.
company as its new CEO. Vardhan brings extensive industry experience, an established network of
Harsh Vardhan – I.B. Mc Intyre and Co – Mackie CEO.
For more information, Call: 021-508-1250 | Visit: www.mackiediy.co.za
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INVESTING IN
growth
With stores all over South Africa, DIY Depot is a recognized brand of hardware stores conveniently located within communities and prides itself on building relationships in the markets in which it operates. DIY Depot offers independent hardware retailers that wish to operate as part of a group, the opportunity to join a brand and take full advantage of the benefits of a large collective in terms of presence, pricing and services, at an affordable cost. As part of the services we offer as a support centre, DIY Depot has embarked on a nationwide project to not only grow the brand footprint but to invest in updating the look and feel of the DIY Depot brand and to provide support to store owners joining this exciting venture. The aim of this project is to breathe new life into an already well-established brand, giving it a fresh, new feel and staying up to date with the trends in the industry.
THE DIY DEPOT
difference
• When you join DIY Depot, you can take advantage of a wide range of services that form part of the brand offering, including exceptional pricing, lucrative rebates from over 400 suppliers, preferential bank rates etc. • Being part of the DIY Depot Family comes with an affordable monthly Membership fee, no joining fee and gives you access to a wide array of services and structures like marketing, IT support and much more. • DIY Depot is constantly looking to expand their store footprint and offer support to our current members via our Regional Operations Managers through day-to-day interaction with store owners and their staff. This ensures efficient action and follow up. The Regional Operations Managers are well poised to assess the retail efficiencies of a store, as well as to ensure that members take advantage of the total range of benefits that are key to being a member of DIY Depot brand.
If you would like to be part of this growing brand, please contact newbusiness@diydepot.co.za or go to www.diydepot.co.za and complete the enquiry form on our “Contact Us” Page.
NEWS PRICE LOCK CAMPAIGN
Builders locks in prices as renovation costs rise Price certainty is becoming increasingly important as homeowners and contractors continue investing in essential maintenance and renovation projects.
Massmart buying group Merchandise VP Clyde Hill.
While South Africans continue to prioritise maintaining and improving their homes, affordability remains a key consideration when planning renovation and DIY projects. According to Absa’s Homeowner Sentiment Index (Q1 2026), renovation sentiment increased by 4% quarteron-quarter, with homeowners citing adding value to their property, improving living spaces, and completing essential maintenance as the primary reasons for renovating. At the same time, the high cost of building materials is still one of Photo credit: Adobe Firefly
the biggest barriers to undertaking home improvement projects. Against this backdrop, Builders extended its six-month Price Lock campaign until 31 December 2026, providing customers with fixed prices on a selected range of home improvement
on protecting and improving one of
customers to access the same fixed-price
and building products to help households,
their largest financial assets, the ability to
products through Builders’ digital channels.
contractors, and businesses budget with
lock in pricing can make it easier to plan
Builders continues to focus on making
greater certainty.
projects over an extended period without
quality home improvement products more
the uncertainty of changing prices.
accessible through competitive pricing,
The campaign includes selected products across key home improvement
“We know that every rand matters for
convenient shopping options and a broad
categories including paint, doors and
our customers, especially when they are
product offering for both DIY enthusiasts
windows, bathrooms, hardware, security,
taking on home improvement, maintenance
and professional tradespeople.
electrical, flooring, garden, nursery, pool,
or building projects,” said Massmart
and appliances, supporting everything from
buying group merchandise VP Clyde
routine maintenance to larger renovation
Hill. “Through Price Lock, we are giving
and building projects.
customers the confidence to plan ahead,
Products included in the campaign
shop essential products at competitive
range from core building essentials such
prices and complete their projects
as shutterply, melamine boards, plaster,
without the added pressure of unexpected
paint, and porcelain tile adhesive to
price changes.”
project items including wheelbarrows,
Each Price Lock product is clearly
bathroom suites, wardrobes, angle grinders,
identified in-store with a distinctive red
shower units, sliding gate motors and
Price Lock tag, making participating
garage doors.
products easy to identify while shopping.
With South Africans increasingly focused
The campaign is available online, allowing
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// The Price Lock campaign includes selected products across key home improvement categories, supporting everything from routine maintenance to larger renovation and building projects //
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NEWS WATER TESTING
you don't have to be a water expert to help your customers Developed in partnership with iLab by iWater, JoJo’s DIY Water Test Kits make it easier for retailers to help customers take the first step towards understanding their water – with expert support available when they need it.
Customers are asking more questions about
For retailers, these questions can be difficult
and which level of testing best suits that need.
the water they use every day.
to answer because the same symptoms can
For customers primarily concerned about
Is the water from my borehole safe to drink?
have different causes – and without testing
drinking-water safety and harmful bacteria,
What is causing the scale around my taps?
the water, recommending what comes next
the DIY Bacteria Water Test Kit tests E. coli,
Should I be concerned about the water stored
can involve a fair amount of guesswork.
and coliform bacteria. For those wanting a
in my tank? What filtration do I need?
The good news is that your sales team
broader picture of their water quality, the DIY
does not need to diagnose the problem.
Complete Water Test Kit provides 12 essential
That’s exactly where water testing comes in.
water quality checks.
LET THE TEST DO THE TESTING
SUPPORT CONTINUES AFTER THE TEST
Developed in partnership between JoJo and
Importantly, the support doesn’t end once the
iLab by iWater, the DIY Water Test Kits give
customer has completed the test.
customers an accessible way to investigate
Customers can scan the QR code inside
their water quality at home, bringing together
the box to log their results and receive
JoJo’s experience in water solutions and
a personalised water quality report, a
iLab’s specialist water testing expertise.
simple explanation of their results and
Depending on the kit selected, testing can
recommendations based on what they found.
identify potential concerns relating to E. coli
And if they are still unsure, they don’t have
and coliform bacteria, as well as broader
to return to the retailer expecting store staff
water quality indicators including hardness,
to interpret the results. iLab’s water quality
chlorine, nitrates, phosphates, and metals.
experts are available to provide further
The retailer does not need to determine whether a customer’s concern relates to
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support and guidance. For retailers, that means being able to
bacteria, hardness, metals, or something else.
confidently introduce water testing to
Instead, the conversation can start with what
customers without needing specialist water
the customer wants to know about their water
quality knowledge themselves.
NEWS WATER TESTING
KNOWING WHEN MORE TESTING IS NEEDED DIY testing provides customers with an accessible first step, but it is not intended to replace professional laboratory testing where further investigation is needed. For example, the Complete Water Test Kit screens for the presence of metals but does not identify the specific metal detected. If a high reading is found, further testing by an accredited laboratory is recommended to determine which metal is present and at what concentration. Similarly, if E. coli or coliform bacteria are detected, further investigation and professional testing are recommended before relying on the water for drinking. Again, the retailer doesn’t have to make that assessment alone. The test results, digital guidance, and access to specialist iLab support help guide the customer towards the appropriate next step.
You simply need to help them start by asking the right question: “Have you
decisions about their water without
tested your water?”
placing the responsibility for water quality
A SIMPLER CONVERSATION AT THE COUNTER
to help customers make more informed
interpretation on store staff. TEST,→ GET YOUR RESULTS,→
The retailer helps start the conversation.
For retail staff, introducing water testing
GET GUIDANCE, →TAKE THE NEXT STEP
The test helps identify potential water quality
to customers can therefore be
Whether that next step is further
concerns. And through the partnership
surprisingly straightforward.
laboratory testing, filtration or another
between JoJo and iLab, customers have
water solution will depend on what the
access to the information, guidance, and
customer’s results show.
expert support they need to determine
When a customer raises a water quality concern, you don’t need to know exactly what’s causing it.
For retailers, this creates an opportunity
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what comes next.
EVENT NATIONAL MEETING
essential group natcom hosted at vermont sales Essential Group’s National Committee (NATCOM) meeting on 13 August gave members an opportunity to look beyond the showroom and see first-hand the scale of operations, training, and quality control behind Vermont Sales’ extensive product range.
Vincent van Rooyen welcoming Essential guest.
Norman Jackson addressing the guests.
Training in progress.
Vermont Sales hosted Essential Group’s
TRAINING
NATCOM at its impressive premises,
The tour provided an insight into the company's
which include an exhibition centre that is
approach to developing its staff. Vermont's
regularly refreshed with different themes
training centre is used for ongoing development,
displaying its extensive product range,
with new employees completing a three-month
alongside permanent displays dedicated
programme before going into the field.
to its Tork Craft and Festool brands.
The emphasis is on ensuring staff are
The day began with breakfast, followed
comfortable using the products they sell
by a welcome from Vermont Sales national
and have the product knowledge needed
sales manager Vincent van Rooyen.
to assist customers. Training is not limited
Essential Hardware MD Norman Jackson
to Vermont employees, with customers also
thanked Vermont Sales for hosting the
able to make use of the facility.
group and complimented the company
Fixed product training sessions are held
on its professional operation and
throughout the year, while private training
impressive premises.
sessions can also be arranged.
As part of the hospitality, each guest
Members were also introduced to the
received a cooler box and backpack.
Winner of the R 6 500 voucher to be spent at the Essential
accounts staff responsible for their individual
One of the cooler boxes contained a
Trade Day - Jacques Stannard.
stores giving each customer a direct point of
R6 500 voucher to spend at the Essential
contact. The tour continued through internal
Trade Day at Nasrec on 16 August. The
sales and collections.
voucher was won by Jacques Stannard of
An interesting aspect of the operation is
Graaff-Reinet Hardware.
the role played by logistic partners. This
While the ladies enjoyed a separate
places a strong emphasis on distribution
outing to the Random Harvest Indigenous
and delivery, ensuring that stores further
Nursery and Farm, Essential members were
afield are not disadvantaged and receive the
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Guests received a backpack and a cooler box.
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TESTING GOES BEYOND THE BASICS The tour then moved to the showroom and testing facilities in the upper building. The showroom provides an extensive expo area, complemented by permanent product displays. At the testing facility, the centre demonstrated the scientific and practical approach Vermont Sales takes to product testing and quality control. Testing covers both visual and practical assessment, including new sample testing of unbranded products. The department also provides technical writing support, marketing
A view of the warehouse.
assistance, including how-to videos, and
The Expo centre.
TRIPLE LEVEL WAREHOUSE
investigates client queries to determine whether
practical and laboratory testing before being
The scale of the warehouse was one of the
an issue relates to the product or its use.
added to the Vermont Sales range.
The laboratory allows the team to investigate
highlights of the tour. Spread across three levels, the warehouse
characteristics that cannot necessarily be seen
NATCOM DISCUSSIONS AND LUNCH
has picking bays on the bottom level, power
with the naked eye. An example given was the
Following the tour, the NATCOM meeting
tools, and spares in the middle, and bulk
examination of diamonds in diamond blades
got underway, with discussions involving
storage at the top. Overflow stock is also
using a microscope.
representatives from GR Landmark, Graaff-
Products are tested for characteristics such
stored in the upper building. Vermont Sales carries more than
as hardness, while power tools are checked
25 000 fast-moving SKUs, making the
to show whether claimed specifications,
warehouse a hive of activity.
including RPM and wattage, are genuine.
The process begins in receiving,
The testing process also examines how
Reinet Hardware, Hub Hardware, Mustbuild Hardware, Carry On Hardware and Northern Bolt. Lunch was prepared on site using Primitive Pits 500-gallon smoker, which is used for events hosted at the premises.
where the testing department randomly
and why products fail. Where a product
selects products for quality control
breaks, the team looks at the force involved
a detailed look at the infrastructure behind
and testing. During particularly busy
and whether there are recurring problems
Vermont Sales – from training and customer
periods, Vermont also brings in additional
that could be addressed. Findings can then
support through to warehousing, logistics
standby warehouse staff to cope with
be fed back to manufacturers to assist with
and product testing – and demonstrated
increased volumes.
ongoing product improvement.
the extensive processes involved in getting
Despatch is divided into three dedicated
High-value, high-volume and high-risk
The visit provided Essential members with
products from supplier to retailer.
bays serving three courier companies –
products are subjected to more frequent
Triton, RAM and CCL – each operating
testing, although other products are also
team were treated to a visit to Dinokeng
across different areas. The goal is same-day
tested regularly.
Game Reserve to witness Rhino tagging on
picking and next-day delivery. The warehouse also includes a climatecontrolled room for chemical anchors.
The impressive Primi Pits 500-gallon smoker.
As part of the programme, the Essential
For retailers, the significance is that the
14 August. Vermont Sales support the
products ultimately reaching their shelves
reserve's Rhino Conservation Projects by
have been subjected to a combination of
supplying the tools they require.
Sean Blake Building and Walkerville
Zelda and Edith from Essential Hardware.
Hardware in attendance.
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EVENT MILESTONE CELEBRATION
Henkel Training Day combines technical insight, milestone celebrations and Ruwag partnership Henkel Adhesive Technologies South Africa brought customers, retailers and business partners together in Johannesburg on 17 August for a Training Day that combined technical insight, networking and plenty of interaction, while also celebrating Henkel’s 150-year global heritage and 75 years in South Africa.
Teams from Ruwag and Essential Hardware.
Held at the Birchwood Hotel & OR Tambo
FOCUSING ON PEOPLE AND PARTNERSHIPS
Duart Boshoff, and head of sales (ACE)
Conference Centre, the event provided
MC Raisibe Thaba set the tone for the
Ricky Madsen.
an opportunity for delegates to engage
day with a fun and interactive opening before
directly with Henkel’s technical experts,
Henkel Adhesive Technologies
the presentations was the importance
learn more about its adhesive portfolio
South Africa director Natasha Naidoo
of partnership – from building trust and
and strengthen relationships with the
delivered the opening address. Welcome
strengthening relationships to improving
people behind the brands.
addresses followed from head of sales (ACM)
communication and creating value for
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A common message running through
EVENT MILESTONE CELEBRATION
customers and distributors. The message
range, as well as instant repair, contact, and
‘Go far, go together’ neatly captured the
construction adhesives.
spirit of the day.
The emphasis was on practical knowledge
Partnership was a strong recurring
and application support – giving delegates
theme throughout the day, with Henkel
a better understanding of the products and
specifically recognising Ruwag as a
how they can be used to address specific
distributor and an extension of Henkel’s
customer requirements.
brands, business, and reputation.
After lunch, the training continued outdoors with hands-on demonstrations, adding a
STARTING THE DAY WITH A LITTLE FUN
practical element to the technical sessions.
The event was deliberately interactive from
There was also a Slido quiz based on
the outset. Thaba got delegates involved
the presentations, with a valuable Ruwag
with a light-hearted activity involving
toolbox as the prize for the winner.
questions placed randomly underneath tables. Those who found them were called
Welcoming entrance to the conference centre.
Retailers from across the trade, including Chamberlains, Essential and Mica, attended
upon to answer questions ranging from what
manufacturing footprint, the launch of Pattex
the event, providing an opportunity to
their life theme song would be to something
and the introduction of Loctite to South Africa
network and engage with both Henkel and
they were surprisingly good at.
in 1997. More recent developments included
fellow industry players.
The answers generated plenty of laughter, including one delegate whose response to the question about a surprising talent was simply ‘complaining.’
the achievement of carbon neutrality at the Alrode factory in 2026. The presentation reinforced Henkel’s long-
CELEBRATING 150 YEARS – AND LOOKING AHEAD
standing focus on innovation and its forward-
While the Training Day celebrated Henkel’s
The interaction continued with a team
looking approach, captured in the message:
heritage, the focus remained firmly on the
challenge. Delegates were divided into
‘The future is not something you wait for – it
future. Sustainability, innovation, technical
teams and tasked with working together to
is something you shape’.
support, and customer engagement were
balance and move a ball using a stick before
With Henkel tracing its origins back to
all part of the wider message, with Henkel
handing it over to the next team. Apart
1876 and its South African operations dating
positioning its long history as a foundation
from providing some healthy competition,
back 75 years, the anniversary offered an
for continued development.
the activity reinforced the importance of
opportunity to reflect on how the company
For customers and partners, the day
teamwork – a message that tied directly into
and its portfolio have evolved, while looking
created an opportunity to meet the people
the day’s focus.
ahead to the next chapter.
behind the brands, learn about the products, strengthen relationships, and reinforce the importance of working together.
FROM HERITAGE TO THE FUTURE
TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE IN FOCUS
A video presentation took delegates
Following the opening presentations,
through Henkel South Africa’s 75-year
attention turned to the technical programme.
representative of its brands, the combined
history, beginning with the opening of the
Application engineer (ACM) Bradley Naicker
anniversary and training celebration will
P3 production facility in Durban in 1951.
led the ACM session, while Mukondeleli
further strengthen its ability to support
It highlighted milestones including the
Ramuthaga presented the ACE technical
customers and build on its role as a valued
introduction of Pritt, the expansion of Henkel’s
training. Topics included Loctite’s Golden
Henkel partner.
Bradley Naicker.
Duart Boshoff.
Mukondeleli Ramuthaga.
For Ruwag, as a Henkel distributor and
Natasha Naidoo.
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EVENT BRAND LAUNCH
vermont sales hosts alpen and maykestag launch — one team, two brands Vermont Sales officially introduced the Performance in Precision brand Maykestag to the South African market at a launch event held at its Midrand premises on 18 August. The event was open to dealers and end users and was attended by DIY & Industrial Trade News. A second launch event was held at McPhersons in Cape Town on 20 August.
Grant, Paolo, Ryan and Gregor.
Eye catching branding.
The events introduced South African
METAL HEAD: A NEW STANDARD IN
THREE CUTTING EDGES FOR
customers to Maykestag while showcasing
METAL DRILLING
CONTROLLED DRILLING
The focus of the Johannesburg launch
At the heart of Metal Head is ALPEN’s
the latest developments from Alpen, under the theme ‘One team, two brands and more
was the introduction of the superhero
Progressive Edge Cutting (PEC) Technology.
value for you’.
for metal, the ALPEN Metal Head, a new-
Unlike a conventional drill bit with a single
The Johannesburg venue was strongly
generation drill bit designed to deliver
continuous cutting edge, Metal Head
branded with both Alpen and Maykestag,
faster drilling, improved control, and
features three cutting edges arranged in a
creating a fitting backdrop for the launch and
extended tool life across a wide range of
specific geometry.
reinforcing Vermont Sales’ commitment to
professional applications.
The first cutting edge creates a precise
developing both brands in the local market.
Cameron highlighted comparative
conical starting point, allowing the bit
Vermont Sales’ Grant Cameron welcomed
research conducted against competing
to centre accurately without slipping
guests before highlighting the value that
products on the market. According to
and requiring minimal force. The second
Alpen and Maykestag offer dealers and
the testing, Metal Head delivered an 18%
cutting edge absorbs axial and radial
end users through their complementary
increase in speed, 16% greater longevity
forces while maintaining a high material
product ranges.
and needed 50% less force than the
removal rate. A damping edge then
next-best competing product.
helps provide a smoother and more
Joining him were Paolo Carollo and Gregor Rönnestedt from Alpen Maykestag,
For users, these figures translate into
controlled breakthrough, minimising
who travelled from Austria for the events.
practical benefits. The reduced force
snagging, and burr formation.
Their presence showed the importance
required to drill means less physical strain
This specialised geometry means that
both brands place on their partnership with
and fatigue, while the lower load placed on
pre-drilling and centre punching are not
Vermont Sales and their commitment to the
the machine can contribute to extending its
needed. Metal Head can start accurately
South African market.
lifespan. The reduced effort is particularly
and remain stable, even when drilling curved surfaces.
Carollo spoke about the special
relevant when drilling in awkward positions,
relationship between Alpen, the Hunt
such as from a ladder, where control and
This is particularly valuable when working
family and Vermont Sales, which spans
minimising operator fatigue are important.
with thin sheet metal, where breakthrough
Visitors were given the opportunity to
can often result in snagging or damage.
and has built its reputation around one
experience these benefits for themselves,
The controlled cutting action allows users
core area: drilling.
with testing stations set up around the
to drill faster while supporting greater
venue. Rather than simply being told
control over the tool.
40 years. Alpen itself has a 70-year history
That specialisation has enabled the company to continually rethink and innovate
about the performance of Metal Head,
its products, with a focus on improving
dealers and end users could put the bits
LESS EFFORT, MORE HOLES
drilling performance and delivering practical
through their paces and compare the
For professional users, drilling speed is only
solutions for professional users.
drilling experience first-hand.
one part of the equation. Tool life, operator
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EVENT BRAND LAUNCH
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effort, and cost per use all contribute to overall productivity. The PEC Technology is designed to reduce the feed pressure required during drilling while increasing drilling speed. The optimised cutting-edge design also extends tool life, allowing more holes to be drilled from each bit. The reduced power requirement has particular relevance when using cordless machines. By requiring less force, Metal Head can help users get more holes from a battery charge, potentially reducing charging cycles and improving productivity when working away from a fixed power source. ANTI RUST
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salt air and changing weather can quickly take their toll.
efficient torque transmission, even when drilling under high resistance. The range also incorporates steam
Fumagalli offers a range of wall lights, footlights, garden
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EVENT BRAND LAUNCH A COMPREHENSIVE RANGE
dealers and end users solutions across a broader
Metal Head is available in sizes from 1mm to
spectrum of drilling and cutting requirements.
13mm, in 0.5mm increments, with the range
Bezuidenhout’s appointment at Vermont Sales
supplied in both pre-packs and bulk packs.
was itself a direct result of the interest shown in
For retailers, this provides flexibility in how the range is presented and stocked, while
industrial drill bits at the company’s 2025 Open Grant with guests from Cosmo.
Day, demonstrating Vermont Sales’ commitment
professional users can select individual sizes
to developing the Maykestag brand and
or sets according to their requirements.
responding to demand from the market.
The range includes practical cassette sets such as the six-piece TM6 set, covering 2,
PUTTING THE PRODUCTS TO THE TEST
3, 4, 5, 6 and 8mm, as well as the 19-piece
The launch was not simply a presentation of
KP19 set covering 1-10mm in 0.5 mm
two brands. The opportunity for visitors to
increments and the 25-piece KP25 set covering 1-13 mm in 0.5mm increments.
test the products, together with the presence The team from Adendorff.
of representatives from both manufacturers, created a practical introduction to the brands and their capabilities.
MAYKESTAG BRINGS AN
A competition also added an element of fun,
INDUSTRIAL DIMENSION Following the Metal Head presentation,
with visitors challenged to estimate the number
Jannie Bezuidenhout introduced
of drill bits contained in a cube. The closest
Maykestag, Alpen’s sister company with
guess won a R3 000 19-piece Metal Head set.
an industrial focus.
The event also highlighted further
Bezuidenhout explained that the best way to sell Maykestag is to let the tools do the
developments from Alpen, including its new Impulse bits, developed for use with impact
Martin with Paolo and Jannie.
talking, and visitors were able to experience
drivers, and the Universal Multicut, designed
the products during the event.
for use across multiple materials.
Maykestag manufactures high-quality
However, Metal Head remained the
carbide and HSS cutting tools, with its core
standout product of the Johannesburg
competencies covering drills, milling cutters,
launch, giving dealers and end users
reamers, countersinks, rotary burrs, and
the opportunity to see first-hand how its
special tools. The company also manufactures
combination of speed, reduced force,
customised tools for specific requirements, providing quick, reliable, and competitive
controlled drilling, and extended tool life can Natasha and colleagues from Vermont.
solutions where standard tooling is not sufficient.
make a difference on the job. For Vermont Sales, the launch represents
While there is some overlap between
more than the addition of another brand
the two brands, their strengths are
to its portfolio. Alpen and Maykestag
complementary. Alpen is a multi-substrate
bring complementary expertise and
brand, with a strong focus on manually
solutions, backed by established Austrian
operated applications, while Maykestag is
manufacturing and a partnership with
positioned for industrial and mechanically
Vermont Sales that stretches back 40 years.
operated metalworking applications. This gives Vermont Sales the ability to offer
Guests needed to guess the number of drill bits in this cube.
One team, two brands – and more value Vermont Sales ever smiling staff.
for South African dealers and end users.
Tommy’s Solutions testing the Alpen solution!
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EVENT LAUNCH
Kwikot just got cooler with expansion into hvac sector South Africa’s leading water-heating brand Kwikot, has formally entered the local HVAC market, extending its more than 120-year history in hot-water systems into air conditioning, heating, and ventilation.
Mohamed Patel with Thapelo Lekwene from Kwikot.
The Kwikot Marketing Team.
Harry Smit, Louis Greeff, Mohamed Varachia and Mohamed Patel from EST.
The latest HVAC products
some of the products that were
took centre stage at the
unveiled during the conference.
Marriott Hotel in Melrose Arch,
Kwikot had an AI photo booth
Johannesburg, on August 22,
where guests could pose for a
where DIY & Industrial Trade
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News was on hand to witness
version in a matter of seconds.
their official launch.
As guests arrived, dancers
On arrival, guests registered
and musicians performing on
and enjoyed light refreshments
violin and harp set an upbeat
in a relaxed cocktail-style
tone, creating an inviting
setting, providing an ideal
atmosphere ahead of the formal
opportunity to network and view
proceedings. Well-known
some of the products on display.
radio presenter Elana Afrika-
After registration, guests were
Bredenkamp served as master
encouraged to scan the back of
of ceremonies, welcoming
their name tag to enter a lucky
guests and officially opening
draw offering a chance to win
the programme.
Michelle Theron and Serubin Naidoo.
Johan and Francois Struwig.
Guests were treated to a violin and harp performance.
Guests from Botswana.
Elana Afrika-Bredenkamp – Event host.
Kefentse Mokgathane and Muhammed Patel from Build it.
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EVENT LAUNCH
KWIKOT JUST GOT COOLER With the tagline ‘Kwikot just got cooler’, the conference showcased the latest expansion of Kwikot’s portfolio since its acquisition by Haier in 2024. The expansion forms part of a broader Air & Water Solutions offering spanning HVAC, water heating, and water purification. The move comes as households, businesses and property owners place increasing emphasis on the energy efficiency, running costs and long-term performance of the systems used to heat, cool and supply water to buildings. Haier Water Solutions GM Zheng Wei delivered the first address of the day, welcoming guests, and outlining Haier’s long-term commitment to the South African market. He mentioned that it was a commitment built on partnership rather
Kwikot MD Murray Crow.
than short-term gain. He described South
research and development, while expanding
Haier’s global innovation ecosystem
Africa as one of Africa’s most sophisticated
its range beyond traditional water heaters to
includes more than 510 laboratories, with
HVAC markets, with demand growing
include semi-knockdown kits, water filtration
products developed to meet standards and
across commercial development, industrial
systems, heat pumps and instant water
certification requirements across more than
expansion, healthcare, education, hospitality,
heaters. The move into HVAC “is the next
78 countries. Its manufacturing network
data centres, and the rise of green buildings.
logical step, broadening Kwikot’s role from
includes 11 overseas smart industrial
To support that demand, Haier is investing
trusted hot water to total comfort solutions
parks and 11 domestic smart factories,
in local warehousing, spare parts supply,
for South African homes and businesses”
with combined manufacturing capacity
technical training, and engineering capability,
explained Crow.
exceeding 80 million units.
building a full pre-sale, sale, and after-sales
He highlighted that the partnership
service infrastructure from the ground up.
combines Kwikot’s century of local
Wei emphasised that while technology
relationships, distribution networks and
is important, strong local partnerships are
service capability with Haier’s global research
essential for success. Haier’s vision is to build
and development, manufacturing scale, and
a collaborative HVAC ecosystem alongside
energy-efficient technology. A dedicated
distributors, contractors, designers,
HVAC team has already been recruited,
consultants, and developers, sharing
and the technical, after-sales, marketing
international expertise while developing
and commercial structures are being
local capability through ongoing investment
strengthened to support the new category.
in technical training centres and expanding
For Kwikot’s existing partners in plumbing,
service networks.
construction and retail, expansion means
For retailers and suppliers in attendance,
access to a broader product portfolio from a
the message was clear: Haier is not simply
brand they already know and trust, backed
exporting products to South Africa; it is
by the same local service and support they
investing in the relationships and support
have relied on for decades.
structures that allow the trade to sell, install, and service those products with confidence.
// The move into HVAC is the next logical step, broadening Kwikot's role from trusted hot water to total comfort solutions for South Africans //
Kwikot MD Murray Crow was the second speaker of the day, and he explained how the entry into HVAC allows the company to broaden the role it can play in this sector. Since Haier’s acquisition, he said, Kwikot has invested in increased headcount, new skills, marketing, office infrastructure and 72 | DIY & INDUSTRIAL TRADE NEWS OCTOBER 2026
Zheng Wei GM Haier Water Solutions.
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HAIER AIR AND WATER
retail category for DIY &
SOLUTIONS PORTFOLIO
Industrial Trade News,
Providing an in-depth presentation of the
the products are
new portfolio of solutions, Kwikot sales
nevertheless relevant
manager Ben de Wet presented the
to the magazine’s
residential air conditioning range, which
readership, as retailers
includes the Free Match indoor unit system,
and suppliers themselves
a solar-driven air conditioner that runs
may be potential users or
directly off solar power without an external
purchasers of commercial
inverter, and the new premium KwikCool
air-conditioning systems.
brand featuring four airflow modes, offline
The range spans
voice recognition and AI radar technology.
the SuperMatch light
The range is built for South African
commercial lineup with
conditions, with PC boards that withstand
Premium and Eco single-
voltage surges up to 550V and anti-corrosion
split series from 2.5kW to
systems tested for 1 000 hours.
28kW, the MRV 7 multi-split
For retailers, de Wet outlined clear
system with capacities up
incentives: a 5% discount for distributors
to 144 horsepower, and a
on volumes over 200 units, the same for
full chiller matrix including
contractors. KwikCool is backed by a
oil-free magnetic bearing,
seven-star service standard with a 10-year
centrifugal, modular and
spare part warranty, and a dedicated installer
VSD screw chillers covering up
has been engineered for serviceability,
app provides horsepower calculations,
to 12 500 refrigeration tons. A standout
easy-access panels, quick-service
product specifications, and error codes to
for contractors is the MRV 7’s Zigbee
boards, and Bluetooth-enabled fault
make specifying and selling the range
connectivity, which reduces installation
monitoring without disassembling the
faster for the trade.
time by up to 60% and material costs
unit. For retailers, the message was clear:
by up to 50%. Ramnarian also
the commercial range is designed to
Vishan Ramnarian presented the company’s
highlighted a dedicated magnetic
reduce the total cost and complexity of
commercial air-conditioning portfolio.
bearing chiller for data centres and
delivering and supporting cooling over
While commercial HVAC is not a traditional
emphasised that the entire range
the life of the system.
Kwikot HVAC project engineer director
Ben de Wet RAC sales manager.
Vishan Ramnarian - HVAC project engineering director.
// The partnership combines Kwikot’s century of local relationships, distribution networks and service capability with Haier’s global research and development, manufacturing scale, and energy-efficient technology // BENEFITS FOR RETAILERS AND SUPPLIERS
light-commercial applications. For trade-
beyond traditional retail. Products such
The presence of key retail and trade
focused businesses such as Alert Plumbing,
as VRF systems, chillers and large-scale
partners at the launch – among them EST,
the expansion provides an opportunity to
ventilation solutions are not typical shelf-
Build it and Alert Plumbing – underscored
broaden their service offering by adding
stock items, but they are relevant to the
the significance of Kwikot’s HVAC expansion
air conditioning to their existing water-
wider hardware and supply chain sector,
for the reseller channel. For hardware
heating solutions. Customers can then
where retailers, wholesalers and trade
retailers and suppliers, the move opens
access both solutions through a trusted
businesses can play a role in sourcing
an entirely new product category, one that
brand, supported by Kwikot’s dedicated
and supplying equipment for commercial
extends the trusted Kwikot brand beyond
HVAC team and a range engineered for
buildings, industrial facilities, healthcare
water heating into a full heating, cooling
South African conditions.
centres and hospitality venues. Contractors,
and ventilation offering.
Retailers can now source a broader
consultants, developers, and facility
For buying groups such as Build it
range of climate-control products from
managers rely on these trade channels to
and EST, the HVAC range provides their
a single supplier, backed by Kwikot’s
access the products and technical support
independent retail members with access to a
established local distribution network
they need. With local technical support,
new product category, tapping into growing
and dedicated after-sales support.
training, and spare parts availability, Kwikot
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The commercial and industrial side of the range also opens opportunities
gives its retail and supply partners the backing to participate in this market.
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EVENT LAUNCH LUCKY DRAWS AND DISTRIBUTOR CERTIFICATES The lucky draw segment offered an
conditioning segment, giving attendees
evening: a trip to China to visit the Haier
opportunity for guests to walk away with
a chance to win products suited to
factory where the full range of products
some of the products on show. Three
residential and light-commercial
are manufactured, offering the winner a
segmented lucky draws were done
applications. The second draw targeted
first-hand look at the research, development
throughout the conference. The first lucky
the commercial air-conditioning segment.
and production infrastructure behind the
draw was dedicated to the retail air-
The final draw was the grand prize of the
brand’s HVAC offering.
The lucky draw winners were: FIRST DRAW WINNERS:
// The lucky draw segment ensured that guests walked away with some of the products on show to have a first-hand experience of Kwikot being cooler // FIRST WINNER of the water cooler dispensers – Noxolo Ndlangamandla.
SECOND WINNER of the water cooler dispensers – Ashlee Moodley.
THIRD WINNER of the water cooler dispensers – Jessica van der Walt.
SECOND DRAW WINNERS:
LAST AND GRAND DRAW WINNER:
HVAC AIRCON SYSTEMS FIRST WINNER – Wayne Mulder.
HVAC AIRCON SYSTEMS SECOND WINNER – Annetjie Nethathe.
A Haier Factory visit in Qingdao, China in October awarded to Chan Reddy.
TO CONCLUDE THE EVENT, KWIKOT ALSO RECOGNISED KEY PARTNERS BY PRESENTING DISTRIBUTOR CERTIFICATES TO: • Wayne Hennop – Premium Airconditioning branch manager, Gauteng • Christo Schlechter – CEO, Climate Control Warehouse • Pierre Lotering – Central Solar key account manager • Hugh Fletcher – Kruger Agencies owner • Muhammad Tayob – A&S Wholesalers HVAC manager. The formal proceedings concluded with Kwikot and Haier executives and distributors raising a toast to the new partnership. Guests and staff then enjoyed lunch and further networking before the event ended. Distributor Certificate handover.
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EVENT STORE OPENING
Skebet Hardware opens Ingco concept store in Rustenburg Skebet Hardware officially opened its new INGCO concept store at Platinum Square Mall in late August, with customers turning out in force for the new INGCO retail destination. The ribbon-cutting ceremony took place at 8am, but activities started hours earlier. Customers began queuing from as early as 2am, with more than 200 people waiting in line when the store officially opened. The opening was described as one of Ingco’s best yet, with a high-energy atmosphere and strong customer turnout despite the cold morning. Grand opening specials and live tool demonstrations gave customers the opportunity to get hands-on with the tools before making their purchases. Coupled with the attractive specials available throughout the day, customers could see the value for themselves and make informed purchasing decisions. A highlight of the opening was an instore demonstration of Ricota, the new premium brand from Skillcraft Agencies. The demonstration introduced customers to the range and provided an opportunity to experience Ricota products first-hand. For the Skebet Hardware store owner, Ricota represents an opportunity to offer customers a premium brand, backed by
An overhead view of the stunning new store.
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The official ribbon cutting.
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the level of service expected from a quality product. He plans to stock Ricota in place of his existing high-end brands, citing both the quality of the range and the service offered by Skillcraft Agencies as key factors in his decision. The strong turnout for the Skebet Hardware Ingco concept store opening, together with the successful sales achieved on the day, confirmed the need for a dedicated concept store and points to an exciting future for the owners.
A fantastic customer turnout with over 200 people waiting for the store to open.
// The strong turnout at the Skebet Hardware Ingco concept store opening, coupled with the successful sales achieved on the day, confirmed the need for a dedicated concept store in the area // A bird's eye view of the store.
Inside the new Ingco concept store.
Ingco staff enjoying the day.
Ingco staff were on hand to assist customers.
A customer with his purchases.
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EVENT STORE OPENING
mr. diy ramps up expansion across kzn and mpumalanga In August, MR.DIY officially opened two new stores as part of its expansion across South Africa – steadily bringing the brand to more communities. As MR.DIY expands its store footprint,
The retailer currently sources 12% of its
it is also developing the local supplier
South African range locally and is working
category across MR.DIY,” explains MR.DIY
network behind the products customers
towards a target of 20%. It works with 46 local
procurement specialist Khumo Mabe.
find on its shelves.
suppliers across 11 departments, helping
“From a local sourcing perspective, there
The retailer began its local sourcing
to support South African businesses and
is no limitation. There is meaningful room
journey by forming relationships with
keep a growing share of its investment
to increase our range, and we are always
brands that South African customers
within the local economy.
open to finding quality products from South
already know and trust, selecting suppliers
When choosing local suppliers, the
“We want local suppliers in every
African businesses.”
that offer strong value without compromising
procurement team considers product quality, the
“We place a lot of value on suppliers who
the look, feel, or performance of their
ability to meet demand at scale and experience
see this as a genuine partnership,” Mabe
products. Alongside these locally sourced
supplying retail chains. Suppliers’ sourcing and
points out. “They help us build MR.DIY and
products, MR.DIY imports items developed
sustainability practices also form part of the
we help them develop their businesses. We
specifically for the retailer, most of which
assessment, as does their willingness to build a
want to work with people who understand
carry the MR.DIY name.
genuine working relationship with MR.DIY.
where we are going and want to be part of it.” Quality checks begin with the supplier, and MR.DIY’s South African imports team works with suppliers and its global procurement teams to ensure that imported products meet the relevant requirements before entering the market. “Every new store gives more people the opportunity to experience MR.DIY,” says MR.DIY imports manager Lara-lee De Jager. “We are widening our footprint and working towards becoming a household name across the country.” “Local and imported sourcing are not in competition with each other,” De Jager explains. “Buying locally allows us to support South African businesses and give back to the economy. The main drive behind our imports is bringing MR.DIY-branded products to consumers here.” What South Africans want to buy also influences the products selected for MR.DIY stores. The procurement team studies the retail market, while store staff share feedback about what shoppers are looking for. Questions and requests received through the retailer’s social media channels provide another source of insight.
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EVENT STORE OPENING MR.DIY KWAZULU-NATAL MR.DIY expanded into KwaZulu-Natal with the opening of a new store at Saxony Westwood Mall. The opening builds on MR.DIY’s presence in KwaZulu-Natal and takes it another step towards becoming a national player. At Saxony Westwood, shoppers can expect the wide choice and accessible pricing that MR.DIY has built its name on. The store will bring together everyday essentials and useful finds for the whole family under one roof. “Each store brings us closer to South African customers and to becoming a truly national brand,” De Jager adds. “We invite the people of KwaZulu-Natal to visit Saxony Westwood; explore everything the store has to offer and join the MR.DIY family. We are expanding across South Africa, so keep an eye out for where MR.DIY will pop up next.”
// MR. DIY currently sources 12% of its South African range locally and is working towards a target of 20% as it continues to work with 46 local suppliers across 11 departments //
MR.DIY MPUMALANGA MR.DIY’s store opening at Highveld Mall in Mpumalanga marks an exciting milestone for the retailer. “It means that we can bring our wide range of quality products at always low prices to a new community, giving people across the province access to affordable home, hardware and lifestyle essentials,” says Mabe. For shoppers in Mpumalanga, the result is a shopping experience with products for the whole family available under one roof. “MR.DIY is a welcome addition to Highveld Mall, giving our shoppers access to an extensive range of quality products for the home and everyday life at accessible prices,” said Highveld Mall marketing manager Nicola Blake. “With something quite literally for every member of the family, MR.DIY brings real value and variety to the mall.” Both stores celebrated their grand openings over the last weekend of August. For more information, Visit: www.mrdiy.com/za/ DIY & INDUSTRIAL TRADE NEWS OCTOBER 2026 | 83
EVENT TRADE SHOW
Power Fest 2026: Power Build turns up the heat at Emerald Resort Two days of sport, networking, trade, entertainment and recognition brought Power Build members and suppliers together at Emerald Resort and Casino from 16 to 18 September, in what proved to be a memorable Power Fest 2026. Power Fest 2026 returned to Emerald Resort and Casino after being held in Durban in 2025. Set against the backdrop of the newly renovated resort, the event once again combined serious business with plenty of fun, giving Power Build members and suppliers an opportunity to connect and look ahead.
A SPORTING START The event kicked off on Wednesday, 16 September, with registration followed by a sports day from 10am. The theme for the day was ‘EAT • PLAY • CONNECT • CELEBRATE’, with outdoor activities providing plenty of laughter and giving suppliers and members a relaxed opportunity to interact. Delegates were taken back to their childhoods with wheelbarrow races, sack races, and egg-and-spoon races, while badminton, Jenga, puzzles and bowls challenges put teams’ skills to the test. The day’s activities were sponsored by GLUEDEVIL and Vermont Sales.
The hotel grounds set the scene for Sports Day.
That evening, the carnival-themed dinner, sponsored by Matus (MTS), began at Graze Braai before moving to a marquee decorated with a striking Matus-branded entrance. A gaming arcade provided another source of entertainment, with guests able to test their skills and win prizes. Ringmaster Pieter Koen welcomed attendees and thanked the sponsors before handing over to Armand Feldtmann, who
The 'Unfair Advantage' starts here.
One of the many games.
shared his vision for the business and its future.
Eat. Play. Connect. Celebrate
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Morgan Padayachee with new members enjoying the day.
Great branding at the Sports Day.
Badminton was one of the games.
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Matus branding was everywhere.
Meagan Parkins receiving the R 50 000 holiday grand prize.
Hussain and Brandon from Matus on either side of Brett from SMD Technologies.
We are different by design
Service, quality products, good staff,
Feldtmann highlighted the group’s growth,
good stock, great shopping experience
noting that it is up by 35%, with membership
and trust, combined with affordability,
and supplier support also growing as the Power
are all part of the bait.
Build team continues to push boundaries. The acquisition of TradeBuild, he explained, represents an important step in
The real value, he said, lies in keeping customers and becoming a better fisherman. The power of the brand, combined with
The objective, he said, is to become the ‘Retail Brand of the Future’.
Matus brings the carnival to life Matus sales director Mandy-Lee Moodley was then welcomed onto the stage as the evening’s sponsor.
building scale, improving collective buying
the hunger of independent members,
She thanked the Power Build team, its
power, providing operational support, and
the TradeBuild acquisition and supplier
members, and staff, for standing by Matus,
strengthening ethical alignment.
partnerships, creates what Power Build sees
and encouraged members to experience the
as its point of difference.
effort suppliers had put into their stands at the
The ambition is to build a bigger business ecosystem by doing things differently,
But being different only matters when it
following day’s trade show.
through challenging, questioning, and trying.
produces better results. Feldtmann described
‘We are Different by Design’ is the motto,
this as the group’s ‘Unfair Advantage’.
suppliers.
From a 100m2 store to 3 000m2
draw. Each table had a popcorn box, and five
Power Build and grow alongside the group,
Feldtmann then invited Jacques Joubert
boxes featured Axel the Ant. Guests who
emphasising that the journey needs to be
from Cosave Power Build to share his own
found one of these boxes won one of five
undertaken together.
experience of being different.
Matus giveaways.
reflecting the belief that there is a better way. Feldtmann called on suppliers to challenge
He described Power Build and its members
Joubert told how he worked in his father’s
She also acknowledged the participating The carnival theme continued with a lucky
The excitement continued with a grand
as Brands In The Making, using the analogy
100m² hardware store as a child, and how
prize of a R50 000 holiday, drawn from early
of a flight crew and its passengers. Members
dreaming, ingenuity and perseverance
bird bookings and payments. The winner was
are all different, but travelling on the same
enabled him to grow the business into
Meagan Parkins from Siniat.
journey, with the crew helping to navigate
what it is today: a 3 000m² store with a
the way. The potential is significant, he said,
1 800m² warehouse.
but ‘eagle-sized dreams’ require more than a ‘pigeon-sized appetite’. He also addressed the challenge of selling
His message to entrepreneurs was simple: you need to be able to see it. He encouraged retailers to picture
Food and entertainment rounded off the evening, with South African musician Dodo Nyoka taking to the stage. Afrikaans singer Nyoka rose to prominence as the runner-up in Season 2 of the Afrikaans singing competition
hardware, pointing out that it is often a
customers driving into Power Build, TradeBuild,
Die Kontrak, which helped launch his
grudge purchase. If the product itself is not
and Mega Paint and Hardware, while also
professional music career.
exciting, retailers need to make the shopping
listening to staff and suppliers, trying, and
experience exciting.
accepting that some ideas may fail.
Using the example of two fishermen
He urged retailers not to be afraid of
sitting next to each other on the same day,
mistakes, explaining that it is necessary to try,
Feldtmann explained that while one catches
discard and try again to grow.
nothing, the other fills buckets. The difference?
He also advocated creating a ‘magic aisle’
Different bait, different equipment, and a
stocked with unexpected products. He gave
Dress. Dance. Laugh. Enjoy
different attitude.
an example of stocking macadamia nut oil
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If price is the only bait, he warned, retailers will fail to catch the customer.
in his store which has proved to be surprisingly successful.
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Trade Day: Suppliers and members connect Thursday brought the much-anticipated Power Fest Trade Day at the Emerald Arena, sponsored by Vermont Sales, Toolac and ESAB. From 8am to 4pm, the arena was buzzing, with live demonstrations taking place throughout the day in the outside area. One of the standout demonstrations
Trade Show entrance.
BitDrywall and Siniat Mascots.
Ruwag.
Brands 4 Africa.
came from SawStop, showcasing its safety technology. SawStop detects skin by running a low-voltage electrical signal through the blade and measuring changes caused by human conductivity and capacitance. When contact is detected, the blade stops almost instantaneously, helping to prevent potentially serious injuries. Other Vermont brands also presented all-day demonstrations outside, alongside an impressive indoor Vermont stand positioned at the entrance. Esab was well represented outside, while SANY highlighted its electric truck fleet under the message ‘Blue is the new Green’. Specials, prizes, and giveaways were all part of the day’s activity, but the most important element was the opportunity for suppliers and members to engage face to face.
Matus.
Excelsior Paints.
Sephaku.
A. Shak.
Swartland.
Marley Pipe Systems.
Academy Brushware.
SANY Electric Fleet.
Suppliers could speak directly to members, establish whether they were happy with their representatives, ensure they understood the products, and discuss opportunities to grow their businesses. The overall feeling among suppliers was extremely positive, with numerous new business opportunities emerging. The effort that suppliers had put into their stands was immediately evident. Stands were bigger and better than previous shows, allowing more products to be displayed and creating an impressive tradeshow environment.
// The much-anticipated Power Fest Trade Day did not disappoint with supplier stands being bigger and better than previous years // 88 | DIY & INDUSTRIAL TRADE NEWS OCTOBER 2026
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Vermont Sales.
JoJo.
Siniat.
Eezi Tile.
Hamilton Brushware.
Henkel.
Ledaine Trading.
Kanga Finance.
Montego.
Powafix.
Saint-Gobain.
Yale.
SMD Technologies.
Stanton Construction Chemicals.
ESAB.
Meet. Discover. Connect. Grow
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Waco.
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An evening of Chinese-inspired celebration Trade Day concluded with the INGCO sponsored China-inspired Awards evening, featuring a celebratory dinner, awards, and entertainment. Delegates received a dramatic ‘dragon’ welcome from the Chung Wah Dragon
Ingco sponsored the evening
Dragon welcoming guests.
Dance Troupe. The flexible, multi-jointed dragons symbolised wisdom, power and good fortune and left guests impressed by the creativity of the performance. The Chinese theme continued throughout the beautifully decorated marquee, with outstanding INGCO branding. As sponsor of the evening, INGCO also ensured that every guest went home with a gift: either an INGCO cordless vacuum or an INGCO compact brushless
The team behind Power Build.
cordless drill. Pieter Koen welcomed members and
He emphasised that the journey is
Before leaving the stage, Kotze awarded
suppliers before introducing, Skillcraft
about partnering with existing customers
tool sets to delegates whose placemats
Agencies national sales manager
to help them grow, improve, and expand
featured the Power Build bee mascot.
Theuns Kotze, the evening’s sponsor.
their ranges.
Five were hidden around the room,
Kotze outlined the planned INGCO
The result, he said, is better stores,
journey, noting that the tool market is
stronger partnerships and a bigger
moving quickly and that INGCO intends
INGCO footprint.
to help shape its direction. The company is investing in taking the
but only three were found. He then made the decision to award the remaining two tool sets as he
“We are building something that will
deemed fit. The first went to the
be hard to ignore,” he told the audience,
supplier he felt had gone to the greatest
brand to the next level, with shop-in-shop
urging them to ‘Come WITH US’ and
effort to embrace the event themes. This
and concept-store formats giving members
adding that INGCO is only getting started.
went to GLUEDEVIL.
more space for merchandising and support.
He thanked Armand and his team
The final tool set was awarded to Charl
According to Kotze, the results are already
and welcomed everyone to the ‘Next
de Waal from Handi In in recognition of the
speaking for themselves.
Generation of Retail’.
store’s ongoing support of the Ingco Brand.
The team from Promac Paints in full Asian costume.
Dulux living and loving the theme.
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Ruwag embraced the theme.
Theuns awarding GLUEDEVIL for their effort.
The Matus team enjoying the evening.
Theuns with Charl from Handi In.
Stanton Construction Chemicals took the theme to heart.
EVENT TRADE SHOW
RECOGNISING EXCELLENCE izma's choice awards The awards were presented by Andre Pretorius, operations executive at Power Build head office. The much-anticipated awards then got underway, beginning with the IZMA’s Choice Awards, recognising displays that made a lasting impression at PowerFest Trade Day. Guests then enjoyed a dinner break, with Chinese food continuing the evening’s theme, before the main awards were presented.
1st place: Promac Paints – R35 000.
2nd place: Lasher – R25 000.
3rd place: Ryobi – R15 000.
Supplier awards Evert van Eyssen, national buyer at Power
THE DIY SUPPLIER AWARD RESULTS WERE:
Build, presented the DIY Supplier Awards, while Adriaan Willemse presented the Building Supplier Awards. The qualifying suppliers in the DIY category were Academy Brushware, Agrinet, Boltfix, Bulk Product Support cc, Delta Electrical and Lighting, Duram, Eureka DIY Solutions, Flash Components, Halstead and Company, Hamilton Brushware SA, Dulux, L&G Tools and Machinery Distributors, Matus, Medal Paint Manufacturers, Mylaw Chemicals and Coatings (Excelsior Paints), National Adhesive Distributors (GlueDevil), Powafix, Promac Paints, Ruwag, Skillcraft Agencies (INGCO), Stevens and Company (Ryobi and Steco), Stevensons Paint, STT Sales (Flash Harry), Usher Inventions (Lasher) and Vermont Sales.
1st place: Promac Paints.
2nd place: Ruwag.
3rd place: GLUEDEVIL.
THE BUILDING MATERIALS AWARD RESULTS WERE: The qualifying suppliers in the Building Materials category were The Mamba Cement Company, BB Cement, Dangote Cement (Sephaku), Kwikbuild Cement, Saint-Gobain Construction Products, Merensky Timber, Heunis Steel, Redstar Group, Afrisam, Etex (Siniat), Marley Building Systems, Marley Pipe Systems and Marley Roofing, Africa Tanks, Stewart and Lloyds, Copper Tubing Africa, JoJo Tanks, Splashworks, Lixil Africa, Swartland Investments, Robmeg Steel, Sunridge Importers and Wholesalers, BMI Coverland, Brands 4 Africa and Ezee Tile. 1st place: Splashworks.
2nd place: Africa Tanks.
3rd place: Kwikbuild Cement. DIY & INDUSTRIAL TRADE NEWS OCTOBER 2026 | 91
EVENT TRADE SHOW
A special award was presented to Bronwin Templeman, the event organiser, in recognition of her role in bringing Power Fest together.
Ending on a high note Feldtmann closed the event by thanking
Power Build members head to China
everyone involved behind the scenes, from the
The highlight of the awards evening, and arguably the entire event, was the Power
hotel staff to the tent and signage companies, as
Build Members Awards.
well as MC Pieter Koen.
The top nine winners, which included a Power Build Wild Card member, won trips
He acknowledged the main sponsors –
to China courtesy of BB Cement, Lasher, Ruwag, Sephaku Cement, Matus, Academy
Vermont Sales, GLUEDEVIL, Matus, INGCO,
Brushware, Promac Paints and Vermont Sales.
Toolac and ESAB, and most importantly, the team behind him.
THE WINNERS WERE:
A special award was presented to Bronwin
• Express Power Build Monsterlus – BB Cement
Templeman, the event organiser, in recognition of
• Handi In DIY – Sephaku
her role in bringing Power Fest together.
• IS Wholesalers – Lasher
The event ended on a high with a performance
• Cosave Power Build Secunda – Academy Brushware
from the Demi Lee Moore Band. Moore became
• Hippo Builders – Matus
known as a South African singer-songwriter after
• Cosave Power Build – Promac Paints
winning the reality TV singing competition Die
• Steelworld – Vermont Sales
Kontrak in 2018, and she and her band provided a
• Buildport – Ruwag
dynamic finale to the three-day event.
• Heathrow Trading – Power Build.
With a combination of sport, entertainment, face-to-face trade engagement, supplier
// Nine Power Build retailers walked away with the ultimate reward: A TRIP TO CHINA //
showcases, business discussions and recognition of both suppliers and members, Power Fest 2026 delivered on its promise of bringing the Power Build community together. And, judging by the energy and scale of the
A QUICK APOLOGY FROM THE DIY TRADE NEWS TEAM
event, it may well have been the biggest Power
We owe our PowerFest delegates a sincere apology. We experienced a
Fest yet.
technical hitch with some of the photographs taken during the event, and unfortunately, the photographs from the Carnival on Day 1, as well as all images taken before 11am during the Trade Show on Day 2, were lost. We are extremely disappointed that we can’t share these moments with you, but thankfully, we have another way to bring the memories back. Scan the QR codes throughout this review to watch the videos captured over the two days of PowerFest and relive the people, events and moments that made it such a memorable occasion.
Recognise. Celebrate. Reward. Inspire
Thank you for your understanding, and we hope the videos help fill in some of the gaps!
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scan the qr code to watch the AWARDS action here!
EVENTS TRADE SHOW
PRODUCT Showcase
2026
For 2026, the DIY & Industrial Trade News Product Showcase is back – and it’s bigger than ever. This year, the winning product will once again be decided by lucky draw, giving every entry an equal shot at top honours.
Retailers, here’s how you can win: Stock up on any of the featured showcase products and you could walk away with a
R7 500 Takealot voucher!
following the same format as last year, we've made use of the tick sheet system to make the process quick and simple:
WELCOME TO OUR ANNUAL PRODUCT SHOWCASE Discover the latest products from leading suppliers – and enter for your chance to WIN!
• A link to the checklist of all participating products is available in our print and online publication
• Simply tick off what you stock and send in your entry
• The retailer stocking the most products wins the prize
• In the event of a tie, the winner will be decided via a lucky draw.
SCAN
ME!
DON'T MISS OUT: STOCK MORE, ENTER. WIN BIG! The competition closes on 13 November, with the live product draw taking place on 18th November. Both the retailer and supplier winners will be announced in our December issue. DIY & INDUSTRIAL TRADE NEWS OCTOBER 2026 | 93
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SELF-DRILLING RANGE FOR ROOFING & MORE! SCAN TO VIEW THE FULL RANGE
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SUPPLEMENT FEATURE CHRISTMAS BUYER’S GUIDE
Christmas Buyers’ Guide
2026
Christmas is an important trading period for retailers, with customers looking for gift ideas for family, friends, and colleagues.
It is a good opportunity to bring a selection of gift ideas into your store and give customers plenty of choice when it comes to finding something for the DIYer, gardener, home enthusiast, or handy person in their lives. Our Christmas Buyers’ Guide brings together a selection of products from participating
STOCK UP FOR THE FESTIVE SEASON
suppliers, giving retailers ideas for Christmas stock and displays. Look at the products featured and capitalise on great gifting ideas. DIY & INDUSTRIAL TRADE NEWS OCTOBER 2026 | 95
PROFESSIONAL TOOLS MADE AFFORDABLE
20V Cordless Blower
40V Cordless Mower
42V 230mm Angle Grinder
Batteries - 20V / 42V 20V - 8Ah
20V - 10Ah
42V - 4Ah
Christmas Buyer’s Guide RUWAG QUICKLOADER® RETRACTABLE
HARDEN STORAGE — TOOL BOXES AND ORGANISERS
Make securing loads faster and easier with
TOUGH. PRACTICAL. ORGANISED. READY FOR ANY JOB.
QUICKLOADER® Retractable. Its self-retracting
Harden Storage offers tool boxes and
mechanism, longer handle, D-rings and coated
organisers. They include powder-coated
hooks make tightening and releasing loads quick
steel hip boxes with heavy-duty latches,
and convenient. The traditional locking mechanism
transparent plastic boxes for identification,
adds safety, while the comfortable opening
double-sided organisers with adjustable
mechanism helps prevent pinched fingers.
baffles, and modular towers with 39 bins
FAST. DURABLE. SAFE. ALWAYS READY TO USE.
expand and wall-mount.
WHY QUICKLOADER? Unlike traditional ratchet straps,
WHY HARDEN STORAGE?
QUICKLOADER® automatically
Durable PP, stainless steel and ABS
retracts loose strap material into
combine strength and smart design.
its housing, eliminating tying off,
Removable trays and heavy-duty latches
tangling and messy storage.
keep tools protected and sorted.
A GREAT CHRISTMAS IMPULSE BUY An ideal Christmas gift or impulse purchase, QUICKLOADER ® offers speed, safety and easy storage.
For more information, CALL: 011-498-0800 | VISIT: www.ruwag.co.za
POWER UP THIS CHRISTMAS WITH MOTOQUIP
A PERFECT CHRISTMAS GIFT Tools and bits need a home, making Harden Storage a practical, durable and useful gift for anyone.
For more information, CALL: 011-498-0800 | VISIT: www.ruwag.co.za
HEAR YOUR GARDEN™ THIS CHRISTMAS
The MotoQuip Ultimate Power Bank and Jump Starter is a practical gift for motorists, making it a smart addition to any Hardware
GIVE THE GIFT OF QUIETER GARDENING
Retailer’s festive offering. Delivering up to 1000A
As estate living and close-knit
peak current, it can jump-start 12V petrol and diesel
communities grow, quieter garden
vehicles, while also functioning as a portable power bank for
tools matter more than ever. WORX®
charging phones, tablets, and other devices. Smart clamps provide protection against reverse polarity, over-current, over-voltage and short circuits. A built-in LED flashlight with SOS and strobe modes adds further versatility, while the digital display shows the remaining battery level.
PowerShare™ gives retailers a smart cordless solution, with lawnmowers, hedge trimmers, line trimmers, blowers, chainsaws and pressure washers all powered by the same interchangeable 20V battery platform. Ideal for modern homes and smaller properties, cordless tools mean no petrol storage, fumes or exhaust emissions, minimal maintenance and quieter operation. Why customers choose WORX PowerShare:
• Quieter estate-friendly gardening • One battery powers multiple tools • No petrol, no fumes, no fuss
ONE TO STOCK FOR CHRISTMAS Retailers stocking this practical and versatile product offer customers a useful and thoughtful gift idea for the motorist in their life.
For more information, CALL: 011-821-2900 | VISIT: www.motoquip.co.za
• Lightweight, convenient, and easy to use • Expand the system as needs grow. This Christmas, help customers enjoy their gardens while still hearing birdsong and family conversations. WORX® PowerShare™. Hear Your Garden™. For more information, CALL: 087-073-6300 | VISIT: www.worxsa.co.za DIY & INDUSTRIAL TRADE NEWS OCTOBER 2026 | 97
Christmas Buyer’s Guide RYOBI 18V CORDLESS POLE TOOLS
STECO SM-1300 1300W ELECTRIC LAWN MOWER
PRACTICAL GARDENING GIFTS FOR CHRISTMAS
A PRACTICAL CHRISTMAS PICK for anyone looking
Give customers greater reach and make garden
to keep their lawn neat and well maintained.
maintenance easier with versatile 18V cordless
The STECO SM-1300 combines easy handling
pole tools from RYOBI. Both kits are part of the
with efficient electric performance.
Universal Power Platform and include a battery
• 1300W motor – quiet running and low maintenance
and charger, ergonomic handle, and
• 320mm cutting width – ideal for everyday lawn care
shoulder strap, plus a 2-year guarantee.
• Three-position height adjustment – adaptable to different lawn conditions
ONE KIT. TWO POLE TOOL OPTIONS
• 30L grass catcher – convenient
The hedge trimmer and chain saw heads are detachable
collection of clippings
and interchangeable, meaning customers can use
• Wheeled design – easy to
either head with either kit for greater versatility.
push and transport XPHT-18K | 18V CORDLESS POLE HEDGE TRIMMER KIT
• Safety switch – helps
• Telescopic shaft adjusts to operator height
prevent accidental
• 11-position adjustable head for comfortable trimming
start-ups
• Dual action, laser-cut blades.
• 2-year guarantee.
XPCS-18K | 18V CORDLESS POLE SAW KIT
• Telescopic shaft adjusts to operator height • 0-45° four-position adjustable head
• Automatic chain oiling for longer chain and bar life
PICK ME THIS CHRISTMAS!
PICK ME THIS CHRISTMAS!
• Tool-free chain tension adjustment.
NEW
NEW
For more information, CALL: 011-357-9600 | VISIT: www.ryobi.co.za
For more information, CALL: 011-357-9600 | VISIT: www.steco.co
STECO SX-6K 20V CORDLESS 6-PIECE TOOL KIT
STECO SM-1800 1800W ELECTRIC LAWNMOWER
AN IDEAL CHRISTMAS GIFT FOR DIY ENTHUSIASTS
A GREAT CHRISTMAS CHOICE FOR GARDEN
This versatile cordless kit puts three essential
ENTHUSIASTS, offering the convenience of
power tools, and everything needed to get
electric power with a generous cutting width for
started into one convenient package.
efficient lawn maintenance.
• Brushless motors – more power and improved battery life
• 1800W motor – quiet running and low maintenance
• 20V Rotary Hammer Drill
• 420mm cutting width – covers more lawn with each pass
• 20V Impact Drill
• Five-position height adjustment – suits a variety of lawns
• 20V Angle Grinder
• 40L grass catcher – makes collecting
• 2.0Ah + 4.0Ah Li-Ion batteries
clippings easy
• 2.4A fast charger
• Wheeled design – simple push
• Blow mould case – neat, convenient storage
mowing and transport
• Safety switch – helps prevent
• Battery compatibility – batteries fit STECO 20V and compatible RYOBI 18V cordless tools
• 2-year guarantee.
PICK ME THIS CHRISTMAS!
accidental start-ups
• 2-year guarantee.
NEW
PICK ME THIS CHRISTMAS!
NEW
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Christmas Buyer’s Guide AQUACRAFT 25M HOSE REEL SET - AQ99076
AQUACRAFT 10M MINI HOSE REEL SET - AQ990490
The AQUACRAFT 25m Portable and
The AQUACRAFT 10m Mini Hose Reel
Wall-Mounted Hose Reel Set is the
Set is the ideal gardening companion
perfect addition to any garden this festive
for smaller outdoor spaces, making it a
season, making watering easier, tidier, and more enjoyable. Supplied
great festive season gift for homeowners
as a complete ready-to-use set, it features a durable 25m x 13mm
and garden enthusiasts. Compact,
(½”) UV-protected hose for excellent reach and long-lasting outdoor
lightweight, and ready to use straight
performance. The versatile design can be used as a portable unit or
out of the box, it comes pre-assembled
wall-mounted for convenient storage and quick access. A one-hand
with a 10m x 3/8” hose, connectors,
spray gun with seven adjustable spray patterns makes it ideal for
and a spray nozzle for quick and easy
a variety of watering tasks, while the included tap connector, hose
watering. Designed for convenience,
connector, and water-stop connector ensure hassle-free setup. With a
the reel can be wall-mounted for neat
maximum working pressure of 10 bar and a manual roll-up system, this
storage or used as a free-standing unit
practical and stylish hose reel keeps any garden neat,
when portability is needed. Perfect for
organised, and flourishing all year round.
patios, courtyards, balconies, and small gardens; it helps keep outdoor areas tidy while ensuring plants receive the care they need. Combining practicality, durability, and ease of use, the AQUACRAFT 10m Mini Hose Reel Set is a smart addition to any garden toolkit this season.
For more information, CALL: 011-681-9100 | VISIT: www.matus.co.za
For more information, CALL: 011-681-9100 | VISIT: www.matus.co.za
MTS 7215 BF580 WET AND DRY VACUUM CLEANER
MOB8215 AND MOB8220 INTELLIGENT BATTERY CHARGERS
The MTS7215 BF580 Wet and Dry Vacuum
These intelligent battery chargers are the ideal
Cleaner is a powerful cleaning solution
gift keeping batteries powered, maintained
designed for workshops, garages, warehouses,
and ready for use. Featuring advanced
and demanding DIY applications. Powered by
microprocessor control and a sophisticated
a robust 2000W copper-wire motor, it delivers impressive suction
9-step charging cycle for safe, efficient charging
performance and features a large 70L stainless steel tank, making
and improved battery performance. The MOB8215 is suitable for
quick work of both wet and dry-cleaning tasks. Built for durability,
6V and 12V NORM, GEL, AGM and Lithium (LiFePO4) batteries,
the vacuum offers a service life of up to 800 hours
while the MOB8220 handles 12V and 24V systems. Both recover
and is fitted with a long 12m hose for
deeply discharged batteries from 1.5V and feature automatic current
extended reach and convenience.
selection, LCD charging and diagnostic
Easy to manoeuvre thanks to its
displays, plus protection against
combination of swivelling castors
reverse polarity, short circuits,
and fixed wheels; it also features
overcharging and overheating.
an IPX4 water-resistance rating
The MOB8220 adds Winter/AGM,
for added reliability. Supplied
Li-ion, recovery and 13.6V DC
with a complete accessory kit,
power supply modes.
the MTS7215 is a versatile,
A versatile
heavy-duty cleaning
Christmas gift.
MOB8215
companion and an excellent gift choice for serious DIY enthusiasts this season.
For more information, CALL: 011-681-9100 | VISIT: www.matus.co.za
MOB8220
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Christmas Buyer’s Guide TORK CRAFT BIKE REPAIR TORQUE WRENCH SETS
TORK CRAFT 115M ANGLE GRINDER BLADES
Stock these perfect Christmas gift ideas for bicycle and motorbike enthusiasts
Stock versatile cutting solutions this Christmas
Tork Craft’s bike repair torque wrench range
Give customers more choice with Tork Craft’s 115mm
gives retailers two practical products to offer during the Christmas
Angle Grinder Blades, available in Wood Cutting (TC911505)
buying season. The 11-piece Motorcycle Spoke Torque Wrench Set
and Multi-Material (TC911506) options. The Wood Cutting blade is
(TCTQGM711) includes a 1–8Nm torque wrench, nine spoke head inserts
designed for cutting wood, including wood with nails, as well as concrete
and a spline head insert. The 34-piece Bicycle & Small Parts Torque
residues, PVC, plaster board, and fibre glass. The Multi-Material blade
Wrench Kit (TCTQGM732) features a 5–25Nm torque wrench, plus
handles a wide range of materials including sheet metal, profiled steel,
sockets, hex and Torx bits, tyre levers, a spoke key, and chain breaker vice.
ferrous and non-ferrous materials, steel, stainless steel, cast iron, aluminium, copper/
34-piece Bicycle & Small Parts Torque Wrench Kit (TCTQGM732)
brass, masonry, concrete, tiles, PVC, and weld removal.
Multi-Material (TC911506)
Wood Cutting (TC911505) 11-piece Motorcycle Spoke Torque Wrench Set (TCTQGM711)
For more information, CALL: 011-314-7711 | VISIT: www.vermontsales.co.za
TORK CRAFT 127-PIECE TRACKBOX TOOL TOP BOX
For more information, CALL: 011-314-7711 | VISIT: www.vermontsales.co.za
AIRCRAFT AIR SG HR1000 2-IN-1 COMPRESSOR AND HOSE REEL
The perfect Christmas gift for the person who has everything
A practical Christmas gift for the home workshop
The Tork Craft 127-Piece Top Box (TCTB127)
The SG HR1000 2-in-1 Compressor & Hose Reel
gives retailers a comprehensive tool solution to
is a versatile addition to any Christmas range. With
feature in their Christmas range. The lockable
a 1100W, 3550RPM motor and 9.5m polyurethane
Lid Tray, Top Tray and three drawers are
hose, it is suitable for inflating car, motorcycle
packed with a wide selection of tools, including
and bicycle tyres, sports equipment and pool
pliers, hammers, files, sockets, spanners and
toys, and operating pneumatic tools including
screwdrivers, as well as a 3m tape measure,
nail guns, staplers and impact wrenches. It can
mechanical vernier, wire brush, utility knife
also clean work spaces and tools by blowing
and blades, tyre pressure gauge, torch and
away dust and debris. The auto-retracting
magnetic pick-up. Specialist tools include a
hose features 360° swivel mounting, auto-
cable luber, chain breaker, spring puller, spoke
locking ratchet system and adjustable
wrench kit, tyre levers, and a 10–60Nm torque
hose stopper. The unit has a 1/4" universal
wrench. Foam storage cut-outs help keep tools
quick coupler, durable plastic casing, wall-
organised, while the
mounting bracket and fittings, tyre inflator, and
empty TCTB005
plastic, steel and brass nozzles.
box is also available separately for customers wanting to build their own tool selection.
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1 PRIMER STEP 1
FOR LARGE FORMAT TILES
TAL Keymix + TAL Keycoat
2 ADHESIVE STEP 2
TAL Goldstar XL + TAL Bond
3 GROUT STEP 3
TAL Wall and Floor Grout + TAL Bond
*TALNEAREST is a registeredBRANCH trademark ofTO Norcros SA (Pty) Ltd. ORDER CALL YOUR PLACE YOUR Johannesburg: 011 206 9700
Cape Town: 021 386 1810
Durban: 031 579 2263
Port Elizabeth: 082 652 7831
TAL, TAL Keymix, TAL Keycoat, TAL Goldstar XL, TAL Bond & TAL Wall & Floor Grout are registered trademarks of Norcros SA (Pty) Ltd.
PRODUCTS
A round-up of the latest products that will enhance your offering to customers.
PFERD TOOLS WIRE BRUSHES
Suitable for many
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
applications and
• Available in crimped and knotted variants
materials The trusted name
• Various forms include cup and
in tools for work on surfaces and
bevel brushes, wheel brushes,
material cutting offers a wide
shank-mounted brushes, and
range of high-quality wire
hand brushes • Long tool life due to unique
brushes for machining a large variety of materials and for many
wire characteristics such as high
different applications.
flexibility and optimum elasticity
Brush filament materials include
• The even distribution and secure
steel, stainless steel (INOX),
fixing of the filament material
brass, plastic (composite) and
ensures the brushes are
natural bristles.
balanced all-round.
DISTRIBUTOR: PFERD South Africa | CALL: : +27 (0)11 230-4000 | EMAIL: sales@pferd.co.za | VISIT: www.pferd.co.za
SAMSON’S CABINETRY HARDWARE
RYOBI PRODUCT RANGE RYOBI 18V CORDLESS DRIVER DRILL KIT The Ryobi XBD-18K Cordless Driver Drill Kit features: • Compact, handy design • Two speed gearbox
NEW
• 20+1 torque settings • Rigid metal keyless chuck • LED work light • 2 x 65mm bits • Part of universal power platform • 2-year guarantee • Includes battery and charger.
RYOBI 18V CORDLESS IMPACT DRILL KIT The Ryobi XLD-1860K 18V Cordless Impact Drill Kit features: • Two speed gearbox • Variable speed control with reverse • Rigid metal SAMSON’s comprehensive range of Cabinetry Hardware
keyless chuck
brings every cabinetry project together. Designed to
• LED work light
combine dependable functionality, lasting quality and
• Sturdy aluminium case,
versatile style, the range includes hinges, drawer
with a 160-piece
runners, handles, legs and essential cabinet hardware
accessory set
for kitchens, cupboards, and furniture applications. With practical solutions for a variety of projects and
• Part of universal power platform
finishes to suit different design styles, SAMSON makes it
• 2-year guarantee
easy to add the perfect finishing touch.
• Includes battery and charger.
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NEW
A round-up of the latest products that will enhance your offerings to customers. EXCELSIOR PAINTS PRODUCT RANGE TRADE DECORATORS CEILINGS & WALLS Trade Decorators Ceilings & Walls is a quality general-purpose matt acrylic paint for interior and exterior walls and ceilings. With an eight-year life expectancy, excellent hiding power and coverage, it provides a durable, smooth finish in White or Colour Card colours at an economical price. FEATURES AND BENEFITS • Smooth matt finish for walls and ceilings • Excellent hiding power for superior coverage • Suitable for interior and exterior surfaces • Water-based, low VOC and low odour formulation • Available in white and a wide range of colour card colours • Economically-durable finish with an eight-year life expectancy.
PRODUCTS
STECO PRODUCT RANGE STECO PORTABLE FAST CHARGING POWER STATION The Ryobi PS300 Portable fast charging power station features: • Fast charging technology, 80% in 60mins • Nine power output ports for various power needs
NEW
• Three Charging modes, solar charging, AC charging, Car charging • Full UPS functionality switches within 30ms • Pure Sine Wave AC output, 1*15W wireless charger • Six ways of protection for guaranteed safety • LED torch and LCD display
TRADE DECORATORS SATIN ACRYLIC
• Solar panels NOT included
Trade Decorators Satin Acrylic is a
• 2-year guarantee.
high-quality general-purpose satin sheen acrylic paint for interior and exterior surfaces available in white and a range of colour card colours. The product offers excellent durability and is fully washable and stain resistant for use as a finishing coat for exterior and interior surfaces. FEATURES AND BENEFITS • Soft satin finish for walls • A fully washable low-sheen acrylic • Suitable for interior and exterior surfaces • Water-based, low V.O.C. and low odour.
TRADE DECORATORS ROOF ACRYLIC Trade Decorators Roof Acrylic is a
STECO 100W PORTABLE SOLAR PANEL The Steco 100W portable solar panel SSP-100P features: • Compact, lightweight portable foldable solar panel, with a waterproof design built to last • Do not puncture, throw, drop, bend, or modify, do not leave the charging device in direct sunlight or heated environment • For maximum solar energy production, completely unfold the solar panel and adjust to a 90°◦ angle towards sunlight • Easy set-up with an adjustable kickstand • High conversion efficiency of 22.5% • 3-in-1 multi-output • Follow all applicable safety precautions • 2-year guarantee.
durable roof coating with excellent adhesion to galvanised steel, fibre cement, and cement roof tiles. Product offers excellent UV and weather resistance with a minimum eight-year life expectancy. FEATURES AND BENEFITS • A durable UV and moisture resistant coating • Suitable for tiled and galvanised exterior roofs • Water-based, low V.O.C. and low odour. DISTRIBUTOR: Excelsior Paints CALL: 011-474-1900 | VISIT: www.excelsiorpaints.co.za
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PRODUCTS
A round-up of the latest products that will enhance your offering to customers.
AIRCRAFT INLINE FILTER REGULATOR
A welcome 2-in-1 solution
the standard quarter-inch NPT pneumatic
black anodised aluminium and features
An essential component in any air
system, the AirCraft 2-in-1 inline filter
a locking adjustment knob to allow
system, AirCraft pneumatics’ new
regulator ensures precise pressure
customers to dial in the exact pressure
high-performance 2-in-1 inline filter
control while it also removes dust, liquids,
required up to 100 PSI, or 7 bar. It has
regulator brings a lightweight two-in-one
and other harmful contaminants from
a clear bar and PSI scaled gauge and
solution to any spray booth or similar
the feed. The integrated filter element
a transparent air trap bowl to show
air needy installation. Combining the
effectively captures any moisture, oil,
accumulated liquid with a semi-automatic
crucial functions of pressure regulation
and solids to protect downstream tools
drain to remove it.
and air filtration in a single, space-saving
from corrosion and wear while also
component, it clicks in between a regular
ensuring that perfect finish.
airline and gun for ultimate spraying peace of mind. Designed to seamlessly integrate into
So, whatever the pressure and filter sensitive air task, the AirCraft 2-in-1 inline
Durable, easy to use and safe to
filter regulator is ready to deliver that
150 PSI pressure, this AirCraft filter
clean, dry, and regulated air for the most
regulator is hewn from best quality
professional outcome.
DISTRIBUTOR: Vermont Sales | CALL: 011-314-7711 | VISIT: www.vermontsales.co.za
The gold standard for stopping mould in its tracks!
Stops rising and
FEATURES
PURPOSE: This cleaner works in a single application
penetrating damp
• High performance
to kill mould spores and remove and prevent regrowth
Plascon Water-Based damp
• Wet/dry adhesion
in humid and damp areas. For homeowners: easy
seal (DSW1) is a water-based
• Interior and exterior use
no fuss application that works effectively on all
coating that treats rising and
• Primer – direct to plaster
mould-affected areas. For contractors: ideal for
penetrating damp on interior
• Up to 60% moisture
preparing mould-prone areas
and exterior vertical cement
before painting or tiling.
plaster and concrete walls. It protects against rising damp,
DESCRIPTION: Perfect for bathrooms,
tolerates high moisture, and
kitchens, and other mould-prone
adheres to damp and dry
spaces, this powerful product contains
surfaces, preventing mould,
fungicides and mild detergents
mildew, and paint peeling.
designed to stop mould in its tracks.
It is quick-drying and
tolerant.
PLASCON WATER-BASED DAMP SEAL
easy to use. Available in in a handy 500ml trigger spray bottle.
TAL GOLDSTAR MOULD BLAST
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ROOF
NAILS SPIRAL SHANK FOR GRIP BONDED WASHER FOR WATERTIGHT SEAL
WET WEATHER, BIG DEMAND! SCAN TO VIEW THE FULL RANGE
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PRODUCTS
A round-up of the latest products that will enhance your offering to customers.
Advanced water-based protection for all types of
KWIKOT AIR CONDITIONERS
Kwikot’s range of Haier air conditioners
cladding.
is available in 9K, 12K, 18K and 24K BTU/h models.
TFC Cladding Sealer is a fast-drying, breathable impregnating sealer that provides excellent
REAL ECO INVERTER
protection without changing the surface
SKU: RS09RB32I1(INV)
appearance. Easy to apply and suitable for slightly
The Haier Real Eco Inverter
damp areas, it allows surfaces to be washed and
delivers efficient cooling
sealed within hours.
and heating with advanced
Available in 1L | 5L | 25L.
inverter technology.
TFC CLADDING SEALER
Features include AI ECO energy-saving adjustments, Self Clean technology, Wi-Fi control, and Power Consumption Check. Anti-corrosion protection helps withstand harsh environments, while Hyper PCB provides reliable performance during voltage fluctuations. Wired and central control options are also available. AEROPURE INVERTER SKU: ES09QF32I1(INV) The Haier Aeropure Inverter combines efficient cooling and heating with advanced air-quality features. Optional UVC Plus technology helps improve indoor air quality, while Self Clean technology
DISTRIBUTOR: Tile and Floor Care CALL: 011-822-6901 | VISIT: www.tfc.co.za
assists with keeping the evaporator clean. AI ECO optimises energy consumption, with Power Consumption Check providing a convenient view of usage. Wi-Fi control and Hyper PCB add
EUREKA’S COMPLETE THREADED ROD RANGE
convenience and reliable performance. From galvanised to stainless steel = the complete AI ECO INVERTER
threaded rod range.
SKU: ES09RE32I1(INV)
The complete threaded rod range gives customers
The Haier AI Eco Inverter
the right option for different applications, environments,
uses intelligent energy-
and budgets.
saving technology to optimise performance under changing conditions.
It is available in galvanised, ungalvanised
Features include optional UVC Plus, Self Clean, Wi-Fi control
and 304 stainless steel.
and Power Consumption Check. Free Match Indoor provides
• GALVANISED —
flexible solutions for residential and light commercial applications,
Rust resistant with an
while Hyper PCB helps protect against voltage fluctuations.
attractive, durable finish
Wired and central control options are also available.
• UNGALVANISED — The same strength and
TURBO COOLING
versatility in a more
SKU: TS09QA32I1
economical option
The Haier Turbo Cooling
• STAINLESS STEEL —
air conditioner is
304 stainless steel for
designed to cool rooms
superior corrosion resistance.
quickly, with Turbo mode increasing motor frequency for rapid cooling.
Available in a variety of sizes,
Anti-Corrosion protection helps protect the evaporator and
with nuts, washers and related
condenser in harsh environments. Power Consumption Check
accessories conveniently
monitors energy use, while Wi-Fi enables convenient control
merchandised together for
via a smartphone or tablet. Hyper PCB helps maintain reliable
an easy-to-shop, complete
operation during voltage fluctuations.
fastening solution.
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PRODUCTS
A round-up of the latest products that will enhance your offering to customers.
GLUEDEVIL FIXER CHEMICAL ANCHOR Strong, chemical-resistant fixing FIXER is a polyester-based chemical anchor designed to provide a strong, durable, and chemical-resistant fixing in a single application. Suitable for a range of demanding installation jobs, it can be used for securing railings, gates, ladders, cable trays, staircases, and facades. Pack size: 300ml cartridge – 12 per box DISTRIBUTOR: National Adhesives CALL: 031-464-0273 VISIT: www.gluedevil.co.za
Patented Precision.
BIHUI® TORNADO SPIN™ LEVELLING SYSTEM
Perfectly Levelled. Every Time. A New Force in Tile Levelling
Flat tiles happen through engineering. The BIHUI Tornado Spin Levelling System is a new, patented evolution in tile levelling technology that applies controlled rotational force for faster, flatter, and more consistent results. Designed for professionals who demand speed without sacrificing precision, Tornado Spin changes how levelling pressure is applied: Smarter, smoother, and more evenly. DISTRIBUTOR: Kirk Marketing CALL: 011-444-1441 | VISIT: www.kirk.co.za
Tork Craft’s extensive toolbox range
workshop storage. Toolboxes and
covers everything from compact
cabinets are available with or without
71-piece and 88-piece cantilever
tools, complemented by metal and
boxes to the 172-piece Mechanics
heavy-duty plastic storage boxes.
Tool Box and 154-piece Bakkies Box. The 127-piece Trackbox
TORK CRAFT TOOLBOXES
2.0 is designed specifically for motorsport and trackside applications. At the top end, the 254-piece Pro Box and Bakkies Box XL Pro offer extensive four-drawer storage, while six- and seven-drawer roller cabinets provide mobile
DISTRIBUTOR: Vermont Sales | CALL: 011-314-7711 | VISIT: www.vermontsales.co.za
INGCO 42V ROTARY HAMMER KIT
The Ingco Rotary
• 28mm concrete drilling capacity
Hammer Kit delivers
• SDS-Plus system for quick bit
power, performance, and strong shelf
appeal. Built with a 42V brushless motor,
changes • Built-in LED work light • 2×2.5Ah batteries with fast charger.
it produces 4.5J impact energy and drills up to 28mm into concrete.
Supplied as a complete kit with drill bits, chisels, and accessories in a durable
KEY FEATURES
carry case, this product offers excellent
• High-impact 4.5J performance
value and convenience for end users.
• 42V brushless motor for durability
INGCO 42V Range – Step up. Power up.
and efficiency
Go beyond limits.
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GARDENA POWERMAX™ ELECTRIC LAWNMOWERS The GARDENA PowerMax range of
and grass coverage, while the ergonomic
function. With adjustable cutting
electric lawnmowers offers practical
ErgoTec handles are designed to
heights, telescopic handles on selected
solutions for gardens of different sizes,
make the mowers comfortable and
models and cutting widths ranging from
with models suited to lawn areas
easy to manoeuvre.
32cm to 42cm, the PowerMax range
from 300m² to 800m². The range
Selected models also feature the
gives retailers a versatile selection
features durable, double-hardened
Cut-Collect system for improved grass
of lawnmowers to meet a variety of
DuraEdge blades for effective cutting
collection, as well as a 2-in-1 mulching
gardening requirements.
The range includes the PowerMax 1200/32, PowerMax 1800/37 G2 and PowerMax 1800/42: PowerMax 1200/32
PowerMax 1800/37 G2
PowerMax 1800/42
14633-20
14637-20
5042-20
A compact 1200W electric
Designed for lawn areas of up to 500m²,
With an 1800W motor and 42cm cutting
lawnmower designed for
this 1800W mower features a
width, the PowerMax 1800/42
lawns up to 300m². With a
37cm cutting width, telescopic
is suited to lawn areas of up to
32cm cutting width,
handle, and 45-litre collector.
800m². It features a telescopic
adjustable cutting height,
The grass box also
handle, 45-litre collector,
and 30-litre collector,
includes a mulching
adjustable cutting height,
it offers a practical
function, while
and mulching function,
solution for
extra-large
making it a versatile
smaller
wheels
option for larger
gardens.
support easy
gardens.
manoeuvrability. DISTRIBUTOR: Gardena | CALL: 010-015-5750 | VISIT: www.gardena.com
heat-treated 45# carbon steel, each tool is engineered for strength and long service life under demanding
SELF-LEVELLING SPACER WHEEL AND SCREW CLIP SYSTEM
workshop conditions. The unique
Levelling spacer wheels work with screw
fiberglass handles provide enhanced
clips to level large-format tiles, prevent
grip, reduced vibration, and improved
movement while adhesive cures and
user comfort during extended use.
ensure even grout lines. Suitable for tiles up to 12 mm thick.
KEY FEATURES • Drop-forged, heat-treated hammerheads for durability Built for automotive
WADFOW 7PC BODY AND FENDER HAMMER SET
professionals, this seven-piece set is a must-have for panel beaters, mechanics,
and body repair specialists. Designed
• 45# carbon steel construction
• Spacer wheels: Packs of 50, reusable. • Screw clips: Packs of 100, available in 1.5 mm or 3 mm.
for strength • Fiberglass handles for control and comfort • Designed for panel beating and body repair work.
for precision shaping, dent removal, and metal forming, it offers durability
INCLUDES:
and control — making it a strong
Chisel end hammer, pick hammer,
addition for retailers targeting the
bumping hammer, shrinking dolly,
garage and mechanical market.
double end dolly, curved dolly, and
Manufactured from drop-forged,
heel dolly.
DISTRIBUTOR: Skillcraft Agencies | CALL: : 010-900-4500 | VISIT: www.skillcraft.co.za
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PRODUCTS
A round-up of the latest products that will enhance your offering to customers. TORK CRAFT SCREWDRIVER SETS
Tork Craft has expanded its screwdriver range with three new chrome vanadium kits designed to cover everything from comprehensive workshop applications to everyday toolbox essentials.
NEW
116-Piece Screwdriver, Bit and
19-Piece Flexible Shaft and
3-Piece Screwdriver and Plier Set
Hex Key Set
Nut Setter Set
A practical addition to any toolbox,
This comprehensive kit includes a wide
The upgraded 19-piece set includes a
this handy set combines a 160mm
selection of screwdrivers, precision drivers,
300mm flexible chrome vanadium shaft,
combination plier with SL5 slotted
bits, nut setters, and both metric and imperial
magnetic bit holder, nut drivers, and a
and PH2 Phillips screwdrivers.
hex keys. Featuring ergonomic handles,
selection of Phillips, Pozi, Torx and Square
Ergonomic handles, a serrated
magnetised tips, and an offset driver for
drive bits. The flexible shaft makes it
gripping jaw and precision-machined
confined spaces, it provides a versatile solution
easier to reach and work in confined or
screwdriver tips make this a useful
for a wide range of fastening applications.
awkward spaces.
kit for general applications.
DISTRIBUTOR: Vermont Sales | CALL: 011-314-7711 | VISIT: www.vermontsales.co.za
RICOTA 25V CORDLESS BLOWER
RCAB510
control to handle everything
Tackles leaves, dust,
from light clean-ups to demanding
and debris with ease
outdoor tasks.
Powered by a high-
Delivering a maximum air speed
performance 25V motor, the blower
of 80m/s, it provides powerful clearing
features three variable speed settings
performance, while the cordless
with a no-load speed of up to
design offers the freedom to work
18 000rpm, giving users the
efficiently without the hassle of cables.
DISTRIBUTOR: Skillcraft Agencies | CALL: : 010-900-4500 | VISIT: www.skillcraft.co.za
Tork Craft offers a versatile range of
workshop applications. Drill press
workshop vices and clamps covering
vices feature cast iron construction,
machining, drilling, woodworking,
hardened and ground jaws and a
repairs and DIY. The range includes
V-slot for round workpieces, while
swivel-base machinist and heavy-
the woodworking vice offers toe-in
duty bench vices, drill press vices
jaws, quick release and an adjustable
and a 175mm woodworking vice.
front stop.
The machinist vices feature
TORK CRAFT VICES AND CLAMPS
For smaller applications, the
replaceable hardened and
50mm vice and drill clamp provides
tempered steel jaws, large anvils and
360° rotation and up to 90° tilt, while
swivel bases, with the heavy-duty
the 80mm blue table vice offers a
models designed for demanding
compact bench-top solution.
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NEW AGE PROTECTION NEW SOLUTIONS. BUILT TO PROTECT, REPAIR AND PERFORM.
Colour Guard Protect
Shade Net Sealer Seal
Bonding Material Bond
Mould Control
Asphalt Repair
Hydration Guard
Protect/Control
Repair
Protect
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INDUSTRY
DIRECTORY If you would like to have your company published in the monthly DIY & Industrial Trade News directory, submit your details for the attention of Zandile Mavuso to zandile.mavuso@newmedia.co.za ABRASIVES Academy Brushware ✆ 011-873-1266 @ info@academybrush.co.za Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Augusta Tools ✆ 011-454-4350 @ vivan@augustatools.co.za Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Benray Tool Wholesalers ✆ 011-683-8350 f 011-434-5725 Disa Hardware Distributors (Pty) Ltd ✆ 011-454-0114 f 011-454-0117 Grinding Techniques (Pty) Ltd ✆ 011-271-6400 w www.grindtech.com Hamilton’s Brush ✆ 011-448-2998 w www.hamiltonsbrush.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6800 w www.lgtools.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za Lukas Abrasives ✆ 011-825-1550 011-872-0144 Marshal Tools ✆ 031-467-3060 w www.marshaltools.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Pferd-South Africa Pty Ltd ✆ 011-230-4000 w www.pferd.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Ruwag ✆ 0861-789-248 0861-789-243 Saint-Gobain Abrasives ✆ 012-657-2800 w www.saint-gobain.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Tile & Floor Care (TFC) ✆ 011-822-6901 @ sales@tfc.co.za Vermont Sales ✆ 011-314-7711 0866-88-66-33 Werner Brushware ✆ 011-835-2136 w www.wernerbrushware.co.za Saffer Plumbing and Hardware ✆ 011-323-0000 w www.whd.co.za
ADHESIVES abe ✆ 011-306-9000 w www.abe.co.za A-Shak ✆ 086-112-7425 011-822-2354 Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za
Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Alcolin ✆ 021-555-7400 f 021-552-1848 Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Den Braven SA ✆ 011-792-3830 @ sales@denbraven.co.za Disa Hardware Distributors (Pty) Ltd ✆ 011-454-0114 011-454-0117 Henkel ✆ 0800-138-181 ✆ 011-617-2600 L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6800 w www.lgtools.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za Mapei ✆ 011-552-8476 w www.mapei.co.za Marshal Tools ✆ 031-467-3060 w www.marshaltools.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za National Adhesive Distributors ✆ 031-464-0273 w www.gluedevil.co.za Permoseal ✆ 021-555-7400 w www.permoseal.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Pratley ✆ 011-955-2190 011-955-3918 Ruwag ✆ 0861-789-248 0861-789-243 Sika South Africa ✆ 031-792-6500 031-700-1718 TAL ✆ 011-206-9700 @ taltech@norcrossa.com Saffer Plumbing and Hardware ✆ 011-323-0000 w www.whd.co.za
BATTERIES Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Einhell ✆ 086-052-9678 w www.lawnstar.co.za Eureka ✆ 011-471-0800 w www.eureka.co.za Hamilton Brush ✆ 021-903-3176 @ info@hamiltonbrands.co.za Marshal Tools ✆ 031-467-3060 w www.marshaltools.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za
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Saffer Plumbing and Hardware ✆ 011-323-0000 w www.whd.co.za Solar First/ LHP ✆ 011-791-9219 w www.murandamambo.com Vermont Sales ✆ 011 314 7711 w www.vermontsales.co.za
BRUSHWARE Academy Brushware ✆ 011-873-1266 @ info@academybrush.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Augusta Tools ✆ 011-454-4350 @ vivan@augustatools.co.za Gardena ✆ 010-015-5750 @ service@gardena.co.za Hamilton’s Brush ✆ 011-448-2998 w www.hamiltonsbrush.co.za Harris Brushware ✆ 012-804-7305 012-804-6188 L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6800 w www.lgtools.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za Marshal Tools ✆ 031-467-3060 w www.marshaltools.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Werner Brushware ✆ 011-835-2136 w www.wernerbrushware.co.za
CAR CARE Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Einhell ✆ 086-052-9678 w www.lawnstar.co.za Holts South Africa ✆ 011-613-6111 w www.holtsauto.com L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6800 w www.lgtools.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za NCS Colour Centre ✆ 011-486-3190 w www.ncs.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za
CHAINS Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Bulk Product Support ✆ 011-828-7841 @ sales@bulkpro.co.za Eureka ✆ 011-471-0800 w www.eureka.co.za Fixwell Mayfair ✆ 011-403-7641 @ fixwell@fixwell.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6800 w www.lgtools.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Qualitools ✆ 0861-786-657 @ info@qualitools.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za
CHISELS Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Disa Hardware Distributors (Pty) Ltd ✆ 011-454-0114 011-454-0117 First Cut ✆ 011-614-1112 011-614-1121 L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6800 w www.lgtools.co.za Lasher Tools ✆ 011-825-1100 w www.lasher.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Qualitools ✆ 0861-786657 @ info@qualitools.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Titan Tools ✆ 023-347-3311 w www.titanproducts.co.za Vermont Sales ✆ 011 314 7711 w www.vermontsales.co.za
Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Gardena ✆ 010-015-5750 @ service@gardena.co.za Kirk Marketing ✆ 011-444-1441 w www.kirk.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Sika South Africa ✆ 031-792-6500 031-700-1718 Tile & Floor Care (TFC) ✆ 011-822-6901 @ sales@tfc.co.za Vermont Sales ✆ 011 314 7711 w www.vermontsales.co.za
CLOTHS Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za
CONSULTANTS Rapidtrade, automations sales ordering system ✆ 011-493-9755 w www.rapidtrade.biz
CORDAGE Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Chriskev Marketing ✆ 031-766-0172 w www.chriskev.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6800 w www.lgtools.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za
CORNICES Araf Industries ✆ 031-569-1961 @ info@araf.co.za Cornice Maker ✆ 010-630-0888 w www.cornicemaker.co.za Fixwell Mayfair ✆ 011-403-7641 @ fixwell@fixwell.co.za
CLEANING
CURTAIN HARDWARE, BLINDS & ACCESSORIES
Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za
Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Eureka ✆ 011-471-0800 w www.eureka.co.za
DIRECTORY Ledaine Trading T/a Decor Depot ✆ 031-201-7365 w www.ledainetrading.com MacNeil ✆ 010-591-3988 w www.macneil.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za
CUTTING TOOLS Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Augusta Tools ✆ 011-454-4350 @ vivan@augustatools.co.za Eureka ✆ 011-471-0800 w www.eureka.co.za First Cut ✆ 011-614-1112 011-614-1121 Kirk Marketing ✆ 011-444-1441 w www.kirk.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6800 w www.lgtools.co.za Lasher Tools ✆ 011-825-1100 w www.lasher.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Qualitools ✆ 0861-786657 @ info@qualitools.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Vermont Sales ✆ 011 314 7711 w www.vermontsales.co.za Saffer Plumbing and Hardware ✆ 011-323-0000 w www.whd.co.za Titan Tools ✆ 023-347-3311 w www.titanproducts.co.za
DAMP-PROOFING PRODUCTS Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Colortone ✆ 021-703-1553 w www.colortone.co.za Duram ✆ 021-555-3090 w www.duram.co.za Durapaint ✆ 011-452-5221 w www.durapaints.co.za Everbond ✆ 011-661-5700 w www.medal.co.za Mapei ✆ 011-552-8476 w www.mapei.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Sika South Africa ✆ 031-792-6500 031-700-1718
DECKING Eureka ✆ 011-471-0800 w www.eureka.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Vermont Sales ✆ 011 314 7711 w www.vermontsales.co.za
DISPLAY STANDS Display Group ✆ 011-914-3595 @ info@displaygroup.co.za Storeworks ✆ 011-613-3839 w www.storeworks.co.za The Delta Display Team ✆ 011-422-1882/4 @ info@deltadisplay.co.za
DIY Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Araf Industries ✆ 031-569-1961 @ info@araf.co.za Augusta Tools ✆ 011-454-4350 @ vivan@augustatools.co.za Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Bulk Product Support ✆ 011-828-7841 @ sales@bulkpro.co.za Chriskev Marketing ✆ 031-766-0172 w www.chriskev.co.za Einhell ✆ 086-052-9678 w www.lawnstar.co.za Glacier Services ✆ 011-708-2708 w www.glacierservices.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6800 w www.lgtools.co.za Lasher Tools ✆ 011-825-1100 w www.lasher.co.za Libra Marketing & Sales ✆ 011-680-8110 @ Sales@libramarketing.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Qualitools ✆ 0861-786-657 @ info@qualitools.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Vermont Sales ✆ 011 314 7711 w www.vermontsales.co.za Saffer Plumbing and Hardware ✆ 011-323-0000 w www.whd.co.za Titan Tools ✆ 023-347-3311 w www.titanproducts.co.za
DRILLS Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Afmit ✆ 012-250-2380 w www.afmit.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Augusta Tools ✆ 011-454-4350 @ vivan@augustatools.co.za Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Benray Tool Wholesalers ✆ 011-683-8350 011-434-5725 Disa Hardware Distributors (Pty) Ltd ✆ 011-454-0114 011-454-0117 Eureka ✆ 011-471-0800 011-471-0808 First Cut ✆ 011-614-1112 011-614-1121 L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6800 w www.lgtools.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za Marshal Tools ✆ 031-467-3060 w www.marshaltools.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Ruwag ✆ 0861-789-248 0861-789-243
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Vermont Sales ✆ 011 314 7711 w www.vermontsales.co.za Saffer Plumbing and Hardware ✆ 011-323-0000 w www.whd.co.za
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ACDC Dynamics ✆ 010-202-3300 w www.acdc.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Glacier Services ✆ 011-708-2708 w www.glacierservices.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6800 w www.lgtools.co.za Marshal Tools ✆ 031-467-3060 w www.marshaltools.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Radiant Lighting & Electrical ✆ 011-386-0000 011-448-1428 Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Three-D Agencies ✆ 011-392-3804 w www.three-d.co.za Titan Tools ✆ 023-347-3311 w www.titanproducts.co.za Vermont Sales ✆ 011 314 7711 w www.vermontsales.co.za
Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Afile ✆ 012-250-2380 w www.afmit.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Augusta Tools ✆ 011-454-4350 @ vivan@augustatools.co.za Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Disa Hardware Distributors (Pty) Ltd ✆ 011-454-0114 011-454-0117 L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6800 w www.lgtools.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za Marshal Tools ✆ 031-467-3060 w www.marshaltools.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Qualitools ✆ 0861-786-657 @ info@qualitools.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Saffer Plumbing and Hardware ✆ 011-323-0000 w www.whd.co.za Titan Tools ✆ 023-347-3311 w www.titanproducts.co.za
FASTENERS Abracon ✆ 011-474-1850 w www.abracon.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Dawon ✆ 011-026-5856 w www.eureka.co.za Disa Hardware Distributors (Pty) Ltd ✆ 011-454-0114 011-454-0117 Eureka ✆ 011-471-0800 w www.eureka.co.za FixTec - Spax ✆ 086-000-4126 or 021-853-5101 w www.fixtec.co.za FTS Industries ✆ 011-878-2600 w www.ftsindustries.co.za Glacier Services ✆ 011-708-2708 w www.glacierservices.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6800 w www.lgtools.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za MacNeil ✆ 010-591-3988 w www.macneil.co.za Marshal Tools ✆ 031-467-3060 w www.marshaltools.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Ruwag ✆ 0861-789-248 0861-789-243 Safetop ✆ 0860-736-275 w www.safetopdiy.co.za Sunstart ✆ 011-026-5856 w www.eureka.co.za Timbalok ✆ 011-397-3917 @ kyle@rooftruss.co.za
FITTINGS Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Gardena ✆ 010-015-5750 @ service@gardena.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6800 w www.lgtools.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Vermont Sales ✆ 011 314 7711 w www.vermontsales.co.za Saffer Plumbing and Hardware ✆ 011-323-0000 w www.whd.co.za
FLOORING & ACCESSORIES abe ✆ 011-306-9000 w www.abe.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Kirk Marketing ✆ 011-444-1441 w www.kirk.co.za Mapei ✆ 011-552-8476 w www.mapei.co.za Matco ✆ 011-452-7961 w www.matcomarketing.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Sika South Africa ✆ 031-792-6500 031-700-1718 TAL ✆ 011-206-9700 @ taltech@norcrossa.com Tile & Floor Care (TFC) ✆ 011-822-6901 @ sales@tfc.co.za
GARDENING Academy Brushware ✆ 011-873-1266 @ info@academybrush.co.za Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Araf Industries ✆ 031-569-1961 @ info@araf.co.za Augusta Tools ✆ 011-454-4350 @ vivan@augustatools.co.za Disa Hardware Distributors (Pty) Ltd ✆ 011-454-0114 011-454-0117 Einhell ✆ 086-052-9678 w www.lawnstar.co.za Flymo ✆ 010-015-5750 @ service@gardena.co.za Gardena ✆ 010-015-5750 @ service@gardena.co.za Glacier Services ✆ 011-708-2708 w www.glacierservices.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6800 w www.lgtools.co.za Lasher Tools ✆ 011-825-1100 w www.lasher.co.za Lawn Star ✆ 021-535-5249 w www.lawnstar.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za MacNeil ✆ 010-591-3988 w www.macneil.co.za Marley Pipe Systems ✆ 011-739-6800 w www.marleypipesystems.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za MayFord Seeds ✆ 011-548-2800 w www.mayford.co.za Neta ✆ 010-015-5750 @ service@gardena.co.za Qualitools ✆ 0861-786-657 @ info@qualitools.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Tandem Lawn Industries ✆ 082-803-4469 / 031-569-9300 @ buck@tandem.co.za Wolf & Trimall Brands ✆ 082-803-4469 / 031-569-9300 @ buck@tandem.co.za Vermont Sales ✆ 011 314 7711 w www.vermontsales.co.za Watex ✆ 011-769-2600 011-769-2101 Saffer Plumbing and Hardware ✆ 011-323-0000 w www.whd.co.za
GENERATORS Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Durapaint ✆ 011-452-5221 w www.durapaints.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6800 w www.lgtools.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Solar First/ LHP ✆ 011-791-9219 w www.murandamambo.com Tile & Floor Care (TFC) ✆ 011-822-6901 @ sales@tfc.co.za
DIRECTORY GENERAL SUPPLIERS Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Araf Industries ✆ 031-569-1961 @ info@araf.co.za Augusta Tools ✆ 011-454-4350 @ vivan@augustatools.co.za Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Benray Tool Wholesalers ✆ 011-683-8350 011-434-5725 Durapaint ✆ 011-452-5221 w www.durapaints.co.za Glacier Services ✆ 011-708-2708 w www.glacierservices.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6800 w www.lgtools.co.za Libra Marketing & Sales ✆ 011-680-8110 @ Sales@libramarketing.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Qualitools ✆ 0861-786657 @ info@qualitools.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Vermont Sales ✆ 011 314 7711 w www.vermontsales.co.za
HAND TOOLS Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Augusta Tools ✆ 011-454-4350 @ vivan@augustatools.co.za Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Benray Tool Wholesalers ✆ 011-683-8350 011-434-5725 Cachet International ✆ 031-240-8100 031-240-8108 Disa Hardware Distributors (Pty) Ltd ✆ 011-454-0114 011-454-0117 Eureka ✆ 011-471-0800 w www.eureka.co.za First Cut ✆ 011-614-1112 011-614-1121 Gedore ✆ 031-705-3587 w www.gedore.co.za Kirk Marketing ✆ 011-444-1441 w www.kirk.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6800 w www.lgtools.co.za Lasher Tools ✆ 011-825-1100 w www.lasher.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za MacNeil ✆ 010-591-3988 w www.macneil.co.za Marshal Tools ✆ 031-467-3060 w www.marshaltools.co.za Mastercraft ✆ 011-797-0430 w www.mastercrafttools.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za
Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Qualitools ✆ 0861-786657 @ info@qualitools.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Stier ✆ 0861-789-248 0861-789-243 Topline Distributors (Pty) Ltd ✆ 0861-TOPLINE 031-569-6120 Vermont Sales ✆ 011 314 7711 w www.vermontsales.co.za Wera Screwdrivers ✆ 031-702-9321 w www.wera.co.za Saffer Plumbing and Hardware ✆ 011-323-0000 w www.whd.co.za Titan Tools ✆ 023-347-3311 w www.titanproducts.co.za Total Tools ✆ +27 87-898-8888 w www.aliven.co.za
HARDWARE Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Araf Industries ✆ 031-569-1961 @ info@araf.co.za Augusta Tools ✆ 011-454-4350 @ vivan@augustatools.co.za Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Benray Tool Wholesalers ✆ 011-683-8350 011-434-5725 Boltfix ✆ 086-076-7034 @ sales1@boltfix.co.za Bulk Product Support ✆ 011-828-7841 @ sales@bulkpro.co.za Chriskev Marketing ✆ 031-766-0172 w www.chriskev.co.za Disa Hardware Distributors (Pty) Ltd ✆ 011-454-0114 011-454-0117 Durapaint ✆ 011-452-5221 w www.durapaints.co.za Eureka ✆ 011-471-0800 w www.eureka.co.za Glacier Services ✆ 011-708-2708 w www.glacierservices.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6800 w www.lgtools.co.za Libra Marketing & Sales ✆ 011-680-8110 @ Sales@libramarketing.co.za MacNeil ✆ 010-591-3988 w www.macneil.co.za Marshal Tools ✆ 031-467-3060 w www.marshaltools.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Qualitools ✆ 0861-786657 @ info@qualitools.co.za Safetop ✆ 0860-736-275 w www.safetopdiy.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Timbalok ✆ 011-397-3917 @ kyle@rooftruss.co.za
Titan Tools ✆ 023-347-3311 w www.titanproducts.co.za Vermont Sales ✆ 011 314 7711 w www.vermontsales.co.za Saffer Plumbing and Hardware ✆ 011-323-0000 w www.whd.co.za
HOSING Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Gardena ✆ 010-015-5750 @ service@gardena.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6800 w www.lgtools.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za Marley Pipe Systems ✆ 011-739-6800 w www.marleypipesystems.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Watex ✆ 011-769-2600 w www.watex.co.za
INSURANCE OUTsurance ✆ 08 600 60 000 w www.outsurance.co.za
IT Arch Retail Systems ✆ 021-556-2724 @ webinfo@archsoftware.co.za inspHire ✆ 011-707-3333 w www.hire.kerridgecs.co.za/insphire IQ Retail ✆ 021-880-0420 w www.iqretail.co.za Kerridge Commercial Systems ✆ 011-707-3333 w www.kerridgecs.co.za Palladium ✆ 011-568-2900 w www.palladium.co.za Rapid Trade ✆ 011-493-9755 w www.rapidtrade.com
KITCHEN SINKS AND ACCESSORIES Franke South Africa ✆ 031-001-5000 w www.franke.co.za Glacier Services ✆ 011-708-2708 w www.glacierservices.co.za Saffer/Stability ✆ 011-323-0000 w www.saffer.co.za/www.stability.co.za
LADDERS Academy Brushware ✆ 011-873-1266 @ info@academybrush.co.za Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6811 w www.lgtools.co.za Saffer Plumbing and Hardware ✆ 011-323-0000 w www.whd.co.za
LAWN CARE Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za
Einhell ✆ 086-052-9678 w www.lawnstar.co.za Flymo ✆ 010-015-5750 @ service@gardena.co.za Gardena ✆ 010-015-5750 @ service@gardena.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6811 w www.lgtools.co.za Lawn Star ✆ 021-535-5249 w www.lawnstar.co.za MayFord Seeds ✆ 011-548-2800 w www.mayford.co.za Neta ✆ 010-015-5750 @ service@gardena.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za
Safetop ✆ 0860-736-275 w www.safetopdiy.co.za Vermont Sales ✆ 011 314 7711 w www.vermontsales.co.za
MAGNETS Modern Magnetics ✆ 011-315-3270 w www.modernmagnetics.co.za
MAINTENANCE Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Durapaint ✆ 011-452-5221 w www.durapaints.co.za Glacier Services ✆ 011-708-2708 w www.glacierservices.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Safetop ✆ 0860-736-275 w www.safetopdiy.co.za
LIGHTING Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Electroline ✆ 011-323-0000 w www.whd.co.za Glacier Services ✆ 011-708-2708 w www.glacierservices.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Radiant Lighting & Electrical ✆ 011-386-0000 011-448-1428 Solar First/ LHP ✆ 011-791-9219 w www.murandamambo.com Vermont Sales ✆ 011 314 7711 w www.vermontsales.co.za
MATERIALS AUTOMATION JMC South Africa - Commercial ✆ 011-668-0300 w www.jmcsa.co.za
MINIATURE POWER TOOLS
LOCKS Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Araf Industries ✆ 031-569-1961 @ info@araf.co.za Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Boltfix ✆ 086-076-7034 @ sales1@boltfix.co.za Fort Knox ✆ 011-471-0800 w www.fortknoxlocks.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6800 w www.lgtools.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za SA Lock ✆ 010-140-0444 w www.salock.co.za SANLIC ✆ 011-821-2900 w www.shol.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Saffer Plumbing and Hardware ✆ 011-323-0000 w www.whd.co.za
LUBRICANTS Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za
Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Dremel ✆ 011-651-9600 w www.dremel.com Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Vermont Sales ✆ 011-314-7711 0866-88-66-33
ONLINE ORDERING SYSTEMS Rapid Trade ✆ 011-493-9755 w www.rapidtrade.com
PAINT & ACCESSORIES Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Cedar Paint ✆ 012-804-2130 012-804-8517 Colortone ✆ 021-703-1553 w www.colortone.co.za Dulux ✆ 011-861-1146 w www.dulux.co.za Duram ✆ 021-555-3090 w www.duram.co.za Durapaint ✆ 011-452-5221 w www.durapaints.co.za Excelsior Paints ✆ 011-474-1900 w www.excelsiorpaints.co.za Home Seald ✆ 010-634-1681 w www.homesealdsa.online Lasher Tools ✆ 011-825-1100 w www.lasher.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za MacNeil ✆ 010-591-3988 w www.macneil.co.za Marshal Tools ✆ 031-467-3060 w www.marshaltools.co.za Medal Paint ✆ 011-661-5700 w www.medalpaints.co.za Plascon ✆ 011-951-4500 w www.plascon.co.za
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DIRECTORY Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Powafix ✆ 0860-254-620 @ Info@Powerfix.co.za Promac Paints ✆ 012-804-7305 w www.promacpaints.co.za Prominent Paints ✆ 011-389-4648 w www.prominentpaints.co.za SA Paint Industry Training Institute ✆ 011-615-1195 w www.sapma.co.za
PAINT CHEMICAL SUPPLIERS Cure Chem SA (Pty) Ltd ✆ 011-397-6364 w www.curechem.com
PAINT MANUFACTURING SUPPLIERS Cure Chem SA (Pty) Ltd ✆ 011-397-6364 w www.curechem.com Durapaint ✆ 011-452-5221 w www.durapaints.co.za Top Paints ✆ 016-362-1064 w www.toppaints.co.za
PLASTER RENDERING Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za A-Shak ✆ 086-112-7425 w www.ashak.co.za Durapaint ✆ 011-452-5221 w www.durapaints.co.za Powafix ✆ 0860-254-620 @ Info@Powerfix.co.za
PLUMBING Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Bulk Product Support ✆ 011-828-7841 @ sales@bulkpro.co.za Disa Hardware Distributors (Pty) Ltd ✆ 011-454-0114 011-454-0117 Glacier Services ✆ 011-708-2708 w www.glacierservices.co.za Laco ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6800 w www.lgtools.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za Marley Pipe Systems ✆ 011-739-8600 w www.marleypipesystems.co.za Marshal Tools ✆ 031-467-3060 w www.marshaltools.co.za
POOL CARE Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Clinobrite (by Pratley) ✆ 011-955-2190 w www.pratley.co.za
POWER TOOLS Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Augusta Tools ✆ 011-454-4350 @ vivan@augustatools.co.za Benray Tool Wholesalers ✆ 011-683-8350 011-434-5725 Black & Decker ✆ 011-797-0101 w www.blackanddecker.co.za Bosch ✆ 011-651-9600 w www.bosch-professional.com/za/en/ Bosch Service Centre ✆ 011-493-9375 011-493-0126 Dewalt ✆ 011-683-8350 w www.dewaltpowertools.co.za
Disa Hardware Distributors (Pty) Ltd ✆ 011-454-0114 011-454-0117 Einhell ✆ 086-052-9678 w www.lawnstar.co.za Ingco ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Kirk Marketing ✆ 011-444-1441 w www.kirk.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6800 w www.lgtools.co.za Makita ✆ 011-878-2600 w www.makita.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Vermont Sales ✆ 011-314-7711 0866-88-66-33 Saffer Plumbing and Hardware ✆ 011-323-0000 w www.whd.co.za Total Tools ✆ +27 87-898-8888 w www.aliven.co.za
POWER TOOL ACCESSORIES Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Benray Tool Wholesalers ✆ 011-683-8350 011-434-5725 Bosch ✆ 011-651-9600 w www.bosch-professional.com/za/en/ Bosch Service Centre ✆ 011-493-9375 011-493-0126 Eureka ✆ 011-471-0800 w www.eureka.co.za Ingco ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6811 w www.lgtools.co.za Marshal Tools ✆ 031-467-3060 w www.marshaltools.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Ruwag ✆ 0861-789-248 0861-789-243 Safetop ✆ 0860-736-275 w www.safetopdiy.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Vermont Sales Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Vermont Sales ✆ 011 314 7711 w www.vermontsales.co.za
PUMPS Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6811 w www.lgtools.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za
RAGS Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za
Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6811 w www.lgtools.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Qualitools ✆ 0861-786657 @ info@qualitools.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za
RAINWATER HARVESTING
SECURITY
Timbalok ✆ 011-397-3917 @ kyle@rooftruss.co.za Vermont Sales ✆ 011 314 7711 w www.vermontsales.co.za
SANITARY Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Cachet International ✆ 031-240-8100 031-240-8108 Durapaint ✆ 011-452-5221 w www.durapaints.co.za Marley Pipe Systems ✆ 011-739-8600 w www.marleypipesystems.co.za
SEALANTS abe ✆ 011-306-9000 w www.abe.co.za
Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Marley Pipe Systems ✆ 011-739-6800 w www.marleypipesystems.co.za
Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za
ROPE
Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za
Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Eureka ✆ 011-471-0800 w www.eureka.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6811 w www.lgtools.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Qualitools ✆ 0861-786-657 @ info@qualitools.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za
ROOFING FASTENERS Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Eureka ✆ 011-471-0800 w www.eureka.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Safetop ✆ 0860-736-275 w www.safetopdiy.co.za Timbalok ✆ 011-397-3917 @ kyle@rooftruss.co.za Vermont Sales ✆ 011 314 7711 w www.vermontsales.co.za Saffer Plumbing and Hardware ✆ 011-323-0000 w www.whd.co.za
ROOFING PRODUCTS Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Chriskev Marketing ✆ 031-766-0172 w www.chriskev.co.za Durapaint ✆ 011-452-5221 w www.durapaints.co.za Eureka ✆ 011-471-0800 w www.eureka.co.za Safetop ✆ 0860-736-275 w www.safetopdiy.co.za
Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za
Bostik ✆ 021-555-7400 w www.permoseal.co.za Den Braven SA ✆ 011-792-3830 @ sales@denbraven.co.za Disa Hardware Distributors (Pty) Ltd ✆ 011-454-0114 011-454-0117
SELF ADHESIVE COVERING
Durapaint ✆ 011-452-5221 w www.durapaints.co.za
Fixwell Mayfair ✆ 011-403-7641 @ fixwell@fixwell.co.za
fischer-Upat ✆ 011-624-6700 w www.upat.co.za
SHADECLOTH Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za
Glacier Services ✆ 011-708-2708 w www.glacierservices.co.za Henkel ✆ 0800-138-181 ✆ 011-617-2600
SHELVING
Kirk Marketing ✆ 011-444-1441 w www.kirk.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za MacNeil ✆ 010-591-3988 w www.macneil.co.za Mapei ✆ 011-552-8476 w www.mapei.co.za Marshal Tools ✆ 031-467-3060 w www.marshaltools.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Powafix ✆ 0860-254-620 @ Info@Powerfix.co.za Qualitools ✆ 0861-786657 @ info@qualitools.co.za Sika South Africa ✆ 031-792-6500 031-700-1718 Silicone & Technical Products ✆ 021-534-9055 @ sales@silicone.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za TAL ✆ 011-206-9700 @ taltech@norcrossa.com Tile & Floor Care (TFC) ✆ 011-822-6901 @ sales@tfc.co.za
Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Boltfix ✆ 086-076-7034 @ sales1@boltfix.co.za Chriskev Marketing ✆ 031-766-0172 w www.chriskev.co.za Disa Hardware Distributors (Pty) Ltd ✆ 011-454-0114 011-454-0117 Eureka ✆ 011-471-0800 011-471-0808 Fort Knox ✆ 011-471-0800 w www.fortknoxlocks.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6811 w www.lgtools.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za MacNeil ✆ 010-591-3988 w www.macneil.co.za Marshal Tools ✆ 031-467-3060 w www.marshaltools.co.za SA Lock ✆ 010-140-0444 w www.salock.co.za SANLIC ✆ 011-821-2900 w www.shol.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Yale Security (SA) Pty Ltd ✆ 011-761-5000 w www.yalelock.co.za
Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Boltfix ✆ 086-076-7034 @ sales1@boltfix.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6811 w www.lgtools.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Storeworks ✆ 011-613-3839 @ lharvey@storeworks.co.za
SMALL APPLIANCES Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za
SOLVENTS Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za
STORE DESIGN & SHOPFITTING Display Group ✆ 0800-434-775 @ info@displaygroup.co.za Storeworks ✆ 011-613-3839 @ lharvey@storeworks.co.za
SUSTAINABLE ENERGY SOLUTIONS Chriskev Marketing ✆ 031-766-0172 w www.chriskev.co.za Solar First/ LHP ✆ 011-791-9219 w www.murandamambo.com DIY & INDUSTRIAL TRADE NEWS OCTOBER 2026 | 117
DIRECTORY TAPES
TIMBER CARE PRODUCTS
Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za
Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za
Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za
Duram ✆ 021-555-3090 w www.duram.co.za
Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za
Durapaint ✆ 011-452-5221 w www.durapaints.co.za
Eureka ✆ 011-471-0800 w www.eureka.co.za
Powafix ✆ 0860-254-620 @ Info@Powerfix.co.za
Fixwell (Tesa) ✆ 011-403-7641 @ fixwell@fixwell.co.za
Prominent Paints ✆ 011-389-4648 w www.prominentpaints.co.za
Glacier Services ✆ 011-708-2708 w www.glacierservices.co.za Hamilton’s Brush ✆ 011-448-2998 w www.hamiltonsbrush.co.za
Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Vermont Sales ✆ 011-314-7711 0866-88-66-33
Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za
Woodoc ✆ 0800-411-200 w www.woodoc.com
Marshal Tools ✆ 031-467-3060 w www.marshaltools.co.za
TINTING EQUIPMENT
Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za
F and D Technologies ✆ 071-518-8418 w www.fndtech.co.za Lejn ✆ JHB: 011-452-0223 | DBN: 031-702-9234 w www.lejn.co.za
TOOL BOXES
Qualitools ✆ 0861-786-657 @ info@qualitools.co.za
Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za
Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za
Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za
Titan Tools ✆ 023-347-3311 w www.titanproducts.co.za
Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za
Vermont Sales ✆ 011 314 7711 w www.vermontsales.co.za
Disa Hardware Distributors (Pty) Ltd ✆ 011-454-0114 011-454-0117
TIE DOWNS
L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6811 w www.lgtools.co.za
Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6811 w www.lgtools.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Titan Tools ✆ 023-347-3311 w www.titanproducts.co.za
TILING Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Kirk Marketing ✆ 011-444-1441 w www.kirk.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za
Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za Qualitools ✆ 0861-786657 @ info@qualitools.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Titan Tools ✆ 023-347-3311 w www.titanproducts.co.za Vermont Sales ✆ 011-314-7711 0866-88-66-33
TOOLS Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Augusta Tools ✆ 011-454-4350 @ vivan@augustatools.co.za Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Benray Tool Wholesalers ✆ 011-683-8350 ✆ 011-434-5725
Mapei ✆ 011-552-8476 w www.mapei.co.za
Disa Hardware Distributors (Pty) Ltd ✆ 011-454-0114 011-454-0117
Marshal Tools ✆ 031-467-3060 w www.marshaltools.co.za
Eureka ✆ 011-471-0800 w www.eureka.co.za
Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 w www.matus.co.za
L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6811 w www.lgtools.co.za
Qualitools ✆ 0861-786657 @ info@qualitools.co.za
Lasher Tools ✆ 011-825-1100 w www.lasher.co.za
TAL ✆ 011-206-9700 @ taltech@norcrossa.com
Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za
Tile & Floor Care (TFC) ✆ 011-822-6901 @ sales@tfc.co.za
Marshal Tools ✆ 031-467-3060 w www.marshaltools.co.za
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Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Qualitools ✆ 0861-786657 @ info@qualitools.co.za Ruwag ✆ 0861-789-248 0861-789-243 Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Topline Distributors (Pty) Ltd ✆ 0861-TOPLINE 031-569-6120 Saffer Plumbing and Hardware ✆ 011-323-0000 w www.whd.co.za Titan Tools ✆ 023-347-3311 w www.titanproducts.co.za Vermont Sales ✆ 011-314-7711 0866-88-66-33
Plascon ✆ 011-951-4500 w www.plascon.co.za
Marshal Tools ✆ 031-467-3060 w www.marshaltools.co.za
Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za
Matus ✆ 011-681-9100 011-681-9480
Powafix ✆ 0860-254-620 @ Info@Powerfix.co.za
Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za
Sika South Africa ✆ 031-792-6500 031-700-1718
Qualitools ✆ 0861-786657 @ info@qualitools.co.za
TAL ✆ 011-206-9700 @ taltech@norcrossa.com
Saffer ✆ 011-323-0000 w www.dawnltd.co.za SANLIC ✆ 011-821-2900 w www.shol.co.za
TORQUE WRENCHES
WELDING
Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6811 w www.lgtools.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za
VEHICLE TRACKING CARTRACK ✆ 0861-111-564 w www.cartrack.co.za
WASH LINES
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WATERPROOFING PRODUCTS A-Shak ✆ 086-112-7425 011-822-2354 abe ✆ 011-306-9000 w www.abe.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Colortone ✆ 021-703-1553 w www.colortone.co.za Coprox ✆ 011-579-4300 w www.coprox.com Duram ✆ 021-555-3090 w www.duram.co.za Durapaint ✆ 011-452-5221 w www.durapaints.co.za Flash Harry ✆ 011-892-2917 w www.flashharry.co.za Home Seald ✆ 010-634-1681 w www.homesealdsa.online Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za Mapei ✆ 011-552-8476 w www.mapei.co.za Permoseal ✆ 021-555-7400 w www.permoseal.co.za
WATER SOLUTIONS Africa Tanks (Pty) LTD ✆ 012-942-9660 w www.africatanks.co.za JoJo Tanks ✆ 011-695-8305 w www.jojo.co.za
Augusta Tools ✆ 011-454-4350 @ vivan@augustatools.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za
Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Stability ✆ 011-323-0000 w www.dawnltd.co.za Toolmaster Sales ✆ 011-618-1155 w www.dawnltd.co.za Saffer Plumbing and Hardware ✆ 011-323-0000 w www.dawnltd.co.za
WHEELBARROWS
Titan Tools ✆ 023-347-3311 w www.titanproducts.co.za
Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za
Vermont Sales ✆ 011-314-7711 0866-88-66-33
Disa Hardware Distributors (Pty) Ltd ✆ 011-454-0114 011-454-0117 Lasher Tools ✆ 011-825-1100 w www.lasher.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Qualitools ✆ 0861-786-657 @ info@qualitools.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Saffer Plumbing and Hardware ✆ 011-323-0000 w www.whd.co.za
WHOLESALERS Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Augusta Tools ✆ 011-454-4350 @ vivan@augustatools.co.za Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Benray Tool Wholesalers ✆ 011-683-8350 011-434-5725 Chriskev Marketing ✆ 031-766-0172 w www.chriskev.co.za Classic Wholesalers ✆ 021-505-5620 w www.classicwholesalers.co.za Disa Hardware Distributors (Pty) Ltd ✆ 011-454-0114 011-454-0117 Eureka ✆ 011-471-0800 w www.eureka.co.za Glacier Services ✆ 011-708-2708 w www.glacierservices.co.za
WIRE BRUSHES Academy Brushware ✆ 011-873-1266 @ info@academybrush.co.za Accessories Spares Centre ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za Augusta Tools ✆ 011-454-4350 @ vivan@augustatools.co.za Auto Trade Suppliers ✆ 031-581-8400 w www.accessoriesspares.co.za Disa Hardware Distributors (Pty) Ltd ✆ 011-454-0114 011-454-0117 L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6811 w www.lgtools.co.za Libra Marketing ✆ 011-680-8110 @ sales@libramarketing.co.za Marshal Tools ✆ 031-467-3060 w www.marshaltools.co.za Plus Ten ✆ 011-434-1454 @ cheap@plusten.co.za Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za Saffer Plumbing and Hardware/Promax ✆ 011-323-0000 w www.whd.co.za/www.promax.co.za Titan Tools ✆ 023-347-3311 w www.titanproducts.co.za Vermont Sales ✆ 011-314-7711 0866-88-66-33 Werner Brushware ✆ 011-835-2136 w www.wernerbrushware.co.za
WOODWORKING MACHINERY Agrinet ✆ 012-657-2222 @ mail@agrinet.co.za
Heneck Sacks ✆ 021-505-5592 w www.henecksacks.co.za
Einhell ✆ 086-052-9678 w www.lawnstar.co.za
Kirk Marketing ✆ 011-444-1441 w www.kirk.co.za
L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6811 w www.lgtools.co.za
L&G Tools ✆ 031-717-6811 w www.lgtools.co.za
Skillcraft ✆ 011-683-8237 w www.skillcraft.co.za
Libra Marketing & Sales ✆ 011-680-8110 @ Sales@libramarketing.co.za
Vermont Sales ✆ 011-314-7711 0866-88-66-33
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