For many years cartridges have been the choice for plumbers and roofers for applying silicone sealants in roofing applications.

And while some manufacturers have introduced silicone in 600ml sausages, these have had limited success. The reason for this is the sausage guns are heavier and longer and require two hands to hold the gun and extrude the silicone.

The Admil Eco-Snag removes these challenges as the 400ml Eco-Snag sausage is the same length as a standard cartridge. This means that the gun used is the same dimension as a standard caulking gun, while holding an extra 33% (100ml) more silicone than a standard cartridge.

LESS WASTE, LOWER CONSUMPTION, FEWER EMMISSIONS

Each year in Australia, the construction and DIY sector alone consume millions of single use plastic cartridges that end up in landfill.

Comparatively, as the Eco-Snag crushes down to a small disc once used, it reduces the volume of waste sent to landfill by 85%. This means lower on-site disposal costs, as each bin of used Eco-Snags is equivalent to 12 bins of used cartridges. So, the cost of removing used cartridges from site is 12 times higher than Eco-Snags.

The ecological advantages of the Eco-Snag go further than waste, with the Eco-Snag sausage foils consuming less energy and water in production vs plastic cartridges and emitting a third of the carbon dioxide.

FASTER APPLICATION

Each Eco-Snag contains an extra 100ml of silicone which equates to 33% more volume. This results in less changeovers for the applicator and a faster rate of application on larger jobs.

The Admil Professional HD Gun can be used to extrude both 400ml Eco-Snags and traditional 300ml cartridges with a quick change of the plunger disc. It is a fully enclosed gun with a clear barrel that makes seeing how much silicone is left in the gun very easy. The HD Gun has a 12:1 gear ratio, which makes light work of extruding sealants and adhesives. The rotating barrel makes it easy to transition from a vertical to horizontal application.

Sutton Tools has recently released a new range of Annular Cutters as an industrial quality cutting solution for use with magnetic base drilling machines and we’re excited to share the features and benefits to industrial users, manufacturers, tradespeople and DIY enthusiasts alike.

APPLICATION

Annular Cutters are widely used in the steel fabrication and construction industries specifically for large hole drilling in metal (such as installed I-Beams) that is unable to be drilled at benchtop work-stations.

KEY FEATURES

Sutton Tools Annular Cutters are Titanium Aluminium Nitride (TiAlN) coated which increases surface hardness further improving performance. This also reduces heat and friction during the cutting process and the progressive hardening process delivers an extremely hard cutting edge for increased cutting performance and longer tool life. Manufactured from M2 High Speed Steel offering the best combination of strength, heat and wear resistance. The 19.05mm (3/4”) Universal Multi-fit Shank features 2 flats and 2 pin holes enabling fitment to both standard and quick change magnetic base drilling machines.

RANGE OFFERING

Sutton Tools has released a range 12mm – 65mm in 2 lengths (depth of cut), 25mm & 50mm. There are 42 sizes available on the 25mm length and 47 diameter sizes available on the 50mm length. Also available are supporting pilot pins that suit 25mm and 50mm respectively. The Sutton Annular Cutters are presented in market leading packaging with features such as a robust hang tag, easy identification and twist lock packs for easy access.

Sutton Tools Annular Cutters are tried and tested in our Quality Assurance facility, in Thomastown, Victoria.

CSS are proudly releasing their newly designed range of Buckets, which are Australian made.

Originally the buckets were sourced from overseas, but the changing market conditions, manufacturing hold ups and intercontinental freight price hikes forced us to rethink our supply channel.

Fortunately, CSS were able to find a local manufacturer, who’s product was far superior and cost competitive compared to the imported product. On review it made commercial sense to source an Australian made bucket which turned out to be a fantastic change. The quality of the buckets improved, and lead times became far more manageable.

Now this may not sound that exciting considering it’s just a bucket, and there’s not many features & benefits about a bucket that separate one product from a competitor’s product. But the new Impact-A range of buckets now have a sturdier handle, increased wall thickness and sealable lid, so you could say you’re getting more “bang for your bucket” and to top it off, it’s Australian made.

When you purchase an Impact-A bucket, don’t look at it as just an ordinary old bucket. In fact, it’s a statement to the market that great products can be made right here, and we should all be looking closer to home for more locally made products. If you can make an inexpensive item like a bucket, then there’s hope for other products and great hope for the Australian Manufacturing Industry.

Cutting metal on-site often brings with it a variety of challenges if done using the traditional methods.

Some of the questions we ask are: is it safe to use a cutting disc or an oxy? Do I need a hot works permit? Will the sparks cause damage to the workpiece? How many cutting discs do I need to complete this job? Do I need to wait for the cut piece to cool down before working with it?

There is now a solution from Austsaw that addresses these questions and is revolutionizing the way we cut metal on-site.

With a range of blades that cut Stainless Steel, Metal, Thin Sheetmetal, Aluminium and the soon to be released Heavy Metal blade; coupled with a range of sizes that mean you can fit these blades to battery circular saws ranging from 135mm to 355mm electric saws. Austsaw gives you a complete metal cutting solution.

These blades are produced using Cermet and C6 Carbide teeth that have been specifically developed to achieve the cutting capacity required for each application, giving them unsurpassed durability and cutting speed.

Compared to using traditional methods to cut metal, the Austsaw Metal Blades are far safer due to a cool cut (no hot spark), and less harmful fumes or dust, making sure the metal can be handled immediately after the cut. They save time in cutting speed, preparation time and in rework. Creating less waste and can be easily resharpened.

Ultimately Austsaw Metal blades outlast any Abrasive disc over 200 times, reducing the cost per cut immensely!

BISON charged into the Australian safety footwear market earlier this year with their flagship BISON XTs. The company’s latest evolution in boot design is the BISON DUNE Safety Boot.

These boots are made for hardworking tradies with versatility and adaptability in mind. The BISON Dune morphs comfortably from the job site to enjoying a schnitty at the local watering hole. All without compromising BISON’s FORMIDABLE PROTECTION.

BISON’s FIT, GRIP, COMFORT philosophy is at the forefront of the new DUNE Safety Boot build. The range offers a wide fitting last with a zip and lace combination ensuring the perfect FIT. A top SRC slip resistance rating is achieved using a nitrile outsole for maximum GRIP.

Lightweight EVA midsole material offers superior flex and better impact absorption. Combined with the proprietary BISON MAX COMFORT footbed featuring athletic arch support for all-day wearer COMFORT.

In fact, BISON have backed the range with a 30-day comfort guarantee! BISON Dune – the tradie’s choice for FORMIDABLE PROTECTION without compromised comfort and style.