Mirka UK is introducing the DEROS II 750 orbital sander incorporating a 175mm sanding pad to enable quicker and flatter sanding of large surfaces. The DEROS II 750 is an ergonomic and comfortable solution, with a 400W motor and variable speed control from 6,000 to 9,000, visible with LED indicators. The DEROS II 750 isContinue reading “Conquer large sanding areas”
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Purdy on… Productivity
In our latest interview with Purdy about how the company designs its product range, we speak to Senior Product Manager, Andy Cummins, to find out where productivity fits in. Is it possible for a painter’s equipment to affect their speed on the job? Absolutely. Substandard paint pick-up and layoff, roller lint or unsightly tramlines inContinue reading “Purdy on… Productivity”
Paint a new path
As the boundaries dividing tools for the qualified and the unqualified decorator blur more than ever before, the nation’s best decorators have good reason to feel disillusioned and yearn for better. Maverick delivers exceptional work solutions to every pro driven to perform at their best. Limits are the enemy. Maverick’s launch was marked with theContinue reading “Paint a new path”
Purdy on… Comfort
In our second interview with Purdy, we speak to Andy Cummins, Senior Product Manager, about the part that comfort and ergonomics has to play in Purdy product design. How important are issues like comfort and ergonomics when it comes to product development? All our products are designed to make a decorator’s job more productive, andContinue reading “Purdy on… Comfort”
Feel the power
Mirka is upgrading its DEROS and DEOS orbital sanders with a long-life electric motor that delivers 20% more sanding power to make light work of demanding jobs and heavy applications. The Mirka DEROS II and DEOS II feature a new visible LED indicator that makes it even easier for the operator to adjust the sandingContinue reading “Feel the power”
Organise and Go!
Purdy Painter’s Storage Box Painting tools manufacturer Purdy has launched a storage system built specifically for professional decorators, the Painter’s Storage Box, packed with features designed to make tool transportation and everyday use as simple as possible. Every feature from the Wet Brush and Roller Cover Bin to the innovative brush storage bar, has beenContinue reading “Organise and Go!”
Purdy on… Production
In the first of a series of interviews with the brand, we spoke to Christina Rowe, Head of Product Marketing at Purdy to find out about the testing and development process behindPurdy’s product range. Where do new Purdy product ideas come from? When developing new products, we seek to create solutions that fulfil a requirementContinue reading “Purdy on… Production”
Top box
Mirka UK is introducing a new practical and convenient toolbox for the decorative market enabling painters and decorators to maintain an organised workspace, maximising efficiency. Constructed from sturdy and robust materials to withstand the demands of most work environments, the toolbox is stackable enabling it to fit seamlessly on top of existing storage solutions suchContinue reading “Top box”
Choosing a quality roller for a quality finish
The quality of both the roller sleeve and the frame you choose can make a real difference to the overall finish you are able to achieve – as well as your productivity and comfort. Here, Andy Cummins, Senior Product Manager at Purdy, looks at some of the attributes to look out for when selecting aContinue reading “Choosing a quality roller for a quality finish”
Get into the Spirit of things
The Spirit Renaissance Range from Pioneer Brush incorporate eco materials that combine elements of sustainability, recyclability, and biodegradability with Trade quality products. The aim of this range is to answer the need across industry in general to think ‘green’ and to apply existing eco technologies to our product lines, but without compromising on the qualityContinue reading “Get into the Spirit of things”