ToughBuilt StackTech is one of the newer modular storage systems going head to head with Milwaukee Packout. Here is how Packout vs StackTech compares on protection, build and range, and which one makes more sense for a UK tradesperson. Quick…
Makita users often ask whether to stay with Makpac or switch to Milwaukee Packout for storage. Makpac vs Packout is really a comparison of two different styles of storage, and Makita now has a third option of its own. Here…
DeWalt makes two stackable storage systems, and the names confuse a lot of people. TSTAK vs ToughSystem is not a question of which is better, because they are built for different jobs. Here is how the two compare, and which…
DeWalt ToughSystem 2.0 is one of the strongest modular storage systems on UK sites, but it is not the only option. If your power tools are another brand, or you want something lighter or cheaper, here are the DeWalt ToughSystem…
A multifunction tester (MFT) is the biggest single tool purchase most UK electricians make, and it needs to cover insulation resistance, continuity, loop impedance and RCD testing for certification. Here is how the main MFTs compare. Quick answer For a…
A good manual tile cutter is the most-used tool in a tiler’s van, and with large format porcelain now standard, cutting length and breaking power matter more than ever. Here are the manual cutters worth considering, plus the levelling systems…
Noise-induced hearing loss is permanent, and site tools like breakers, grinders and saws easily exceed safe levels. The right ear defenders are comfortable enough to actually wear all day. Here are six options, from classic earmuffs to Bluetooth earbuds. Quick…
Cold hands slow you down and make you clumsy. The challenge is finding gloves warm enough for a frosty site that still let you pick up screws and use tools. Here are five winter work gloves that balance warmth, grip…
Plumbing tools get used hard, so the starter kit is about a handful of reliable tools rather than a big set. This list covers what most UK apprentice plumbers need first for copper pipework, fittings and taps. Quick answer Start…
Carpentry and joinery apprentices need a solid set of hand tools before anything powered. This list covers the core kit most UK apprentices start with, built around tools that will last the whole apprenticeship and beyond. Quick answer Start with…