DIY & Industrial Trade News

10 Apr 2019

Eurolux acquires Radiant Lighting

Eurolux believes it will bring positive change to the local lighting market after its acquisition of Radiant Lighting.

Eurolux acquires Radiant Lighting

Eurolux believes it will bring positive change to the local lighting market after its acquisition of Radiant Lighting.

13 Mar 2019

Vermont to host its annual trade show

The Vermont Sales annual Open trade show will take place from 15 to 17 March at is premises in Midrand…

Vermont to host its annual trade show

The Vermont Sales annual Open trade show will take place from 15 to 17 March at is premises in Midrand Corporate Park South.

13 Mar 2019

New spark in welding

The domestic welding category is a key category within general and hardware stores. The introduction of new, more compact welding…

New spark in welding

The domestic welding category is a key category within general and hardware stores. The introduction of new, more compact welding technology has sparked an increase in micro-industrial businesses, and an uptake of welding by the general DIY enthusiast.

13 Mar 2019

10 year partnership

Build it awarded Real People consumer finance with an award in recognition of its 10 year partnership. In this decade…

10 year partnership

Build it awarded Real People consumer finance with an award in recognition of its 10 year partnership. In this decade Real People paid out R2.5bn to Build it stores for consumer finance which amounts to around 150 000 approved loans. The average basket size derived from the finance is R20…

13 Mar 2019

Be a sophisticated marketer using social media

LinkedIn described what they consider to be a sophisticated marketer in its online publication, ‘The Sophisticated Marketer’s Guide’.

Be a sophisticated marketer using social media

LinkedIn described what they consider to be a sophisticated marketer in its online publication, ‘The Sophisticated Marketer’s Guide’.

07 Feb 2019

A growing family

The journey for the current Sikaflex-11FC+ started 50 years ago in 1968, with the launch of Sikaflex 1A. A pioneering…

A growing family

The journey for the current Sikaflex-11FC+ started 50 years ago in 1968, with the launch of Sikaflex 1A. A pioneering innovation, the product was one of the first single-component polyurethane adhesive-sealants for construction.

07 Feb 2019

Essential Group announces major changes

After an extremely exciting National Trade Day 2018, The Essential Group has announced some major innovative changes that will be…

Essential Group announces major changes

After an extremely exciting National Trade Day 2018, The Essential Group has announced some major innovative changes that will be implemented in 2019; changes that have the potential to exponentially grow the Essential brand across our suppliers, contractors, staff, clients, members and throughout various industries.

07 Feb 2019

Strong R&D puts Pratley in pole position for 2019

The company not only plans to bolster its electrical and adhesive product ranges in 2019, but also to consolidate its…

Strong R&D puts Pratley in pole position for 2019

The company not only plans to bolster its electrical and adhesive product ranges in 2019, but also to consolidate its growing mineral product range in a standalone division.

07 Feb 2019

Soldering on

National Solder Company (Nasco) is a leading African manufacturer and supplier of solders, fluxes, pure tin and lead products. Its…

Soldering on

National Solder Company (Nasco) is a leading African manufacturer and supplier of solders, fluxes, pure tin and lead products. Its products provide solutions for joining metals in the plumbing, electronic, electrical, bearing, engineering and automotive industries.

04 Feb 2019

Key manufacturing trends for 2019

About Kansai Plascon Kansai Plascon is the largest coating supplier in southern Africa operating in the market for over 128…

Key manufacturing trends for 2019

About Kansai Plascon Kansai Plascon is the largest coating supplier in southern Africa operating in the market for over 128 years and supplies decorative, professional, industrial and automotive products. The company’s ethos, to design products through constant innovation and ground-breaking technologies, is what drives Kansai Plascon’s growth and has cemented…