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// IN THE YEAR TO COME, I HOPE THAT I WILL GET A CHANCE TO SIT DOWN WITH YOU MORE OFTEN AND TALK ABOUT YOUR FUTURE AND THE ROLE WE CAN PLAY AS A PARTNER TO FURTHER YOUR BUSINESS GROWTH PLANS //

EDITORIAL EDITOR Johann Stadler Tel: 011-877-6178 Email: johann.stadler@newmedia.co.za SUB-EDITOR Gill Abrahams

A year to remember!

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s I type this, the last few pages of our

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ADVERTISING ADVERTISING EXECUTIVES Natalie Sanders Tel: 082-450-2317 Email: natalie.sanders@newmedia.co.za

In the year to come, I hope that I will get a chance

December 2021 issue are being prepared.

to sit down with you more often and talk about your

It is with a happy heart that I write this, but

future and the role we can play

let’s also be real here. The last two years

as a partner to further your

had been particularly difficult on the Hardware and Build industry. Many gains have been made, but we’ve also seen a few bad things happen.

We remember the days in July when the country

To all of you in the

Staying future-pro fin anever-changing world

PUBLISHING TEAM

industry, in the spirit of the holiday season, I wish you happy

had been plundered. Quite a few industry stalwarts

holidays, a happy

were lost to Covid-19, and some companies closed

and healthy New

due to hard times.

Year, and all the best for the year

wit, courage, and willpower to overcome the greatest

ahead for you,

obstacles businesses had to face in decades. As I talk to

your family, and

many of the retail groups and suppliers, I hear stories

your businesses.

of how they have put measures in place to keep their staff safe – physically and financially. I hear of the plans

Happy holidays and

to protect current business operations and what can be

happy trading!

GENERAL MANAGER Dev Naidoo PUBLISHING MANAGER Johann Gerber Email: johann.gerber@newmedia.co.za PRODUCTION MANAGER Angela Silver ART DIRECTOR David Kyslinger

MANAGEMENT CEO: NEW MEDIA Aileen Lamb COMMERCIAL DIRECTOR Maria Tiganis

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In just the last few weeks I’ve seen companies host events. I attended golf days, breakfasts, and launch events with clients in person, and it was great. It‘s wonderful to once again feel a sense of normality returning to life as we used to know it.

ENSURE YOUR

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spun out of control and many stores and warehouses

But apart from that, the industry had also shown its

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NEWS ANNUAL CONFERENCE

a resounding success!

Build it National Guild Conference Covid played havoc with the Build its two previous attempts at holding its annual conference, and the company was ecstatic to finally host ‘The Grand Red’, the Build it National Guild interim Conference 12 and 13 November 2021.

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ast year’s conference was cancelled at the last minute just as the country went

THE WINNERS OF LADDER OF SUCCESS 3

into complete lockdown and the annual

WERE: Build it Whittlesea, Elliot, Mamelodi,

awards had to be held virtually. During

Kamhlushwa, Jane Furse, Swakopmund,

this year’s Grand Red event, the Build it team had the

Msundizi, Stanger, Pankop, Bulwer, DTM,

opportunity to retrospectively recognise the winners

Cullinan, Majutene, Urianiaville and Worcester.

from 2020 and to provide feedback and updates on

These retailers were treated to a trip to

the achievements made in the past two years. Albeit a

Kapama River lodge in August.

smaller event than usual due to Covid restrictions and LADDER OF SUCCESS 2 WINNERS WERE:

protocols, the event was still hugely successful.

The conference started with an afternoon work

Build it Edendale, Manguzi, Margate,

session MC’d by popular rugby commentator and

Middelburg, Harrismith, Sesfikile, Tableview,

sports presenter, Motshidisi Mohono.

Okahandja, Marapyane, Derdepark, Masibekela,

Motshidisi welcomed Rob Lister, Build it managing

Matseliso Chondoma Mrs Build it 2019 with Rob Lister and Brett Botton.

director who gave a very positive presentation and

Rowan Englund (IT) and Thandwa Motlohi (HR).

road map of Build it from inception 36 years ago to

Kokobetja, Aliwal, Grahamstown. These retailers were hosted by Chris Quayle at Mala Mala Game Reserve in May.

National marketing manager, Chris Quayle was

2021. Having started the journey with 24 stores, the group currently has 384 stores and the plan is to grow

the next presenter and he highlighted the marketing

THE PREMIUM WINNERS OF LADDER OF

this to 460 stores within the next five years.

initiatives undertaken over the past 18 months and

SUCCESS 1 WERE: Build it Renckens, Nobungani,

its successes. Joined by Hawie Du Preez , Quayle

Newcastle, Honeydew, Pula, Bethlehem,

that of a builder’s merchant rather than a DIY store with

congratulated the Ladder of Success Winners from

Malmesbury, Vredendal, Oshakati, Bela Bela, Marble

a strong presence in the DIY and contracting sectors of

2020. The Ladder of success criteria being judged

Hall, Matsulu, Tubatse, Queenstown, George and

the hardware industry. The figures shared were hugely

against standards of excellence, national promotions,

these winners received a Thorny Bush/Rovos Rail

positive despite the challenges of the past 18 months.

retail sales growth, DC purchase growth, House

combined trip in June, hosted by Rob Lister.

Lister explained that the positioning of the stores is

The first retrospective award recognition was that of Mrs Build it 2019 - Matseliso Chondoma who accepted her animated certificate from Rob. Inspirationial IT and HR developments were shared via video from team leaders,

brands and the service departments.

// THE POSITIONING OF THE STORES IS THAT OF A BUILDER’S MERCHANT RATHER THAN A DIY STORE WITH A STRONG PRESENCE IN THE DIY AND CONTRACTING SECTORS OF THE HARDWARE INDUSTRY //

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NEWS ANNUAL CONFERENCE Hawie du Preez, the group retail operations director unpacked the success of Project B – the Build it rebranding initiative which started three

The next award was the Hammer Award, named after

customers are changing before it is too late. A

Rob 'the Hammer'Lister. The award goes to the Brand

mesmerising but intimidating presentation that

Ambassador of the Year 2020, Gareth Knott.

certainly got the delegates thinking.

years ago, and its objectives met, being: • Refreshed brand identity • Significant differentiation • Iconic, modernised logo • Own the exterior and the colour red • Improved standards at retail • Improve return on investment • Improve brand position in the consumer’s mind.

The revenue growth of the 215 rebranded (191 converted and 24 new) stores is significantly higher than those that have not rebranded, a clear indication that the key objectives had been met.

Rob Lister with Gareth Knott, Hammer Award Winner.

Next on the agenda was the Store of the Year award and Hawie introduced the nominees, each of whom won in their respective regions.

The winner will be treated to a trip to the 12 Apostles Hotel and Spa in Cape Town.

• Build it Paledi • Build it Tubatse

Rob Lister with Dion Chang, Flux Trends.

The Young Achievers award for 2020 was announced – the winner had to be under 35 years,

The Grand Red Gala Dinner was an opportunity

an active promoter of the group, show strong

to retrospectively recognise the 2020 National

leadership, be a major contributor to Build it, be

Housebrand and National Supplier of the Year

innovative, show loyalty to Build it, drive retail, be

runner up and overall winners plus the crowning

enthusiastic and attend meetings. The winner was

of the New Mr Build it.

Akbar Essa who was treated to the Kapama River

• Build it Delareyville

Lodge experience.

• Build it De Aar

Once again MC’d by Motshidisi Mohono, the entertainers for the evening were The Soil – a trio of sultry African voices followed by a

• Build it Malmesbury

classical trio and finally DJ Abby Nurock.

• Build it Hillcrest

The chef for the evening was none other than Eat Out San Pellegrino and Acqua Panna Chef of

The overall winner was Build it Delareyville with

the Year 2019, Bertus Basson – whose food

owner Mandini Kungwane, who could not contain her

philosophy is rooted in the traditional South African

excitement and to the delight of all present, danced

Food Culture. Basson introduced his guests to the

around the room before accepting her certificate.

menu and wine pairing, a rare treat indeed.

Akbar Essa – Young Achievers Award.

The work session ended with a presentation from Dion Chang, a trends expert and founder of Flux Trends. The presentation titled ‘the Great Staggering’ was hugely informative looking at what is happening in the world right here and now. It especially involved youth culture, helping to predict how our Mandini Kungwani, Build it Delareyville flanked by Hawie Du Preez and Rob Lister.

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NEWS ANNUAL CONFERENCE Once starters had been served it was time to recognise

The overall winners were treated to the Thorny

The final award was the prestigious Mr Build it award.

the 2020 National House Brand and National Supplier

Bush/Rovos Rail incentive with the Ladder of

In Masters Golf fashion the ‘Green Jacket’ is awarded

of the Year winners. Presented by Chris Quayle, the

Success 1 winners.

to winners and is the ultimate recognition of excellence.

runner up winners were treated to the Mala Mala trip

Rob now announced Mr Build it was deserving of its

with the Ladder of Success 2 winners.

NATIONAL HOUSE BRAND: Duram accepted by

own symbol of excellence and the ‘Red jacket’ and a

Francois Swart.

new Build it tradition was introduced. The iconic red jacket ceremony is to honour and pay tribute to all previous Mr Build it winners over the journey of this ever-evolving business.

Before being joined by previous Mr Build it winners, Rob Lister paid tribute to very special members of the Build it family who had recently passed away. André Van Staden (Mr Build it 2009) and Godfrey Hlongwane (Mr Build it 2011) framed jackets were handed to their respective families.

Chris Quayle.

NATIONAL HOUSE BRAND RUNNER UP: Jojo Tanks, award accepted by Sebasti Badenhorst.

Francois Swart, Duram Paints with Chris Quayle.

NATIONAL SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR: Swartland, accepted by Hans Hanekom.

André Van Staden tribute.

Sebasti Badenhorst, JoJo Tanks with Chris Quayle.

NATIONAL SUPPLIER OF THE YEAR RUNNER UP: Everite, accepted by Jürgen Stragier.

Godfrey Hlongwane tribute.

Hans Hanekom, Swartland with Chris Quayle.

// LAST YEAR’S CONFERENCE WAS CANCELLED AT THE LAST MINUTE JUST AS THE COUNTRY WENT INTO COMPLETE LOCK-DOWN AND THE ANNUAL AWARDS HAD TO BE HELD VIRTUALLY. DURING THIS YEAR'S GRAND RED EVENT, THE BUILD IT TEAM HAD THE OPPORTUNITY TO RETROSPECTIVELY RECOGNISE THE WINNERS FROM 2020 // Jürgen Stragier, Everite with Chris Quayle.

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Mothshidisi Mohono.

Mr Build it Red Jacket recipients.

As part of the jacket handover ceremony, previous winners were called onto stage and presented with their jackets:

2001 2003 2005 2007 2008 2009 2010 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019

Peter Freese Herman van der Schyff John Kairuz Ray Herbert

// MR BUILD IT IS DESERVING OF ITS OWN SYMBOL OF EXCELLENCE AND THE ‘RED JACKET’ WAS INTRODUCED //

Mandini Kungwane and Matseliso Chondoma with Rob Lister.

Hennie Senekal Rob Lister Hannes Geldenhuys Sam Essa Pieter Oberholzer John Fourie Suzette Geldenhuys

The TBWA team – the team behind the conference.

André Swanepoel

With the awards officially over, the party started.

Delegates were also treated to a day of leisure

Matseliso Chondoma

And the winner of Mr Build it 2020 was Brian Hayward.

on the following day with golf or spa treatments, followed by a casual dinner at the pool before Brian Hayward flanked by Rob Lister and Brett Botton (CEO Spar).

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The Ruwag solution is specific to both application and users.

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for small to large pools. The innovative design and

Krauly partnership, new warranties, frequently asked

business. ‘Kreepy’s’ are a South African

technology inherent in all Kreepy Krauly’s make quick

questions, troubleshooting, selling tips and so much

patent and invention that has taken

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more to help you help your customers get ready to

the world, and pools everywhere by storm since its invention in 1974.

The clean pool tips with Kreepy Krauly and Agrinet video series is aimed at empowering resellers and

The brand started out with pool cleaners made from wood and rubber tubing, but today there is an extensive range of newly developed and innovative

The video series covers the Agrinet and Kreepy

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To view the videos head over to Agrinet’s website

shop floor sales teams with better products and

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technical know-how.

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Kreepy Krauly and Agrinet enlisted the help of 30-year pool industry veteran, and head of Kreepy

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Kreepy Krauly is distributed and supported in-

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EST Breakfast 2021

EST held its annual breakfast at the Johannesburg Country Club with keynote speakers providing an in-depth look at the current state of the local market.

Ashraf Garda (right) in conversation with Louis Greeff, EST managing director.

Rob Suttle.

JP Landman.

EST head office.

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ach year, EST Building and Hardware

of the group in the FMCG market. All businesses

hosts its prestigious breakfast and

within Temblor Trading – trading as EST

as always, the EST breakfast was an

Building and Hardware operate as independent

interesting affair. The invitation lists

owner-managed organisations, where members

included retailers, suppliers, business interests and

have access to a voluntary portion of a 50%

members of the media.

shareholding in Temblor Trading. Dividends are

It is at this event that EST gets to share its

paid to members based on its contribution to

past results, future ambitions and hopes for the

annual purchases from preferred suppliers.

Mohamed Varachia, Qaanita Hunter and Louis Greeff.

company, its suppliers, retailers, and the country.

The Master of Ceremonies was none other than

Since 2007, EST, a co-operative buying group is

news personality and Brand South Africa’s, Ashraf

R50bn. Piecing together the full story, journalists

empowering small and independent FMCG retailers.

Garda. With his contagious wit, he kept the crowd

Qaanitah Hunter, Jeff Wicks and Kaveel Singh sifted

entertained and focused. After an entertaining

through hundreds of pages of leaked documents

increased turnover within the current member

opening address by Garda, guests were encouraged

and intelligence briefs. It is a riveting first-hand

base, as well as expansion of the member

to participate with applause and social media

account of what really happened, reported from the

footprint, enhanced warehousing, distribution

tagging, before the stage was given to Rob Suttle,

epicentre of the chaos.

and re-distribution capabilities, targeted regional

EST merchandising director, who outlined the

The EST strategy for growth emphasises

Qaanitah’s story, however riveting was a sobering

ranging and specialist category expansion,

phenomenal performance of the hardware industry

account of the current state of affairs in the country

developing a consummate customer understanding

during lockdown. But he warned of a slowdown from

and to some agree disturbing.

and enhanced customer communication, both at

August onwards. He shared the group’s impressive

group and member level.

sales and supplier figures and its successful

JP Landman painted a much rosier future for

expansion into Malawi and Mozambique.

the country in his address. Just as interesting, he

The groups’ focus remains on using its buying power to achieve best-in-class trading terms to

The two keynote speakers on the day were

However, well known political and trend analyst,

dissected the ‘behind the scene’ work in progress

optimise profitability both for itself and its member

News 24’s political journalist Qaanitah Hunter.

by President Ramaphosa and allies to turn the

base. In addition, a relentless drive to increase

Qaanitah is also a recognised current affairs author

current state of affairs around and put South Africa

sales in sub-Saharan Africa is a primary pillar of

and her most recent book (co-authored), Eight

on a path back to recovery. He said, South Africa is

the group’s expansion strategy, with the Elite Star

days in July has just been published. In her address,

a country that frequently explodes, but somehow

member base firmly focused on the African market,

specifically focused on her book, in July 2021,

manages to always get back up again.”

based primarily on the development of member

with Jacob Zuma’s imprisonment, dramatic and

The last words were saved for Louis Greeff, EST

violent scenes of unrest and looting unfolded in

managing director who covered EST’s growth since

KwaZulu-Natal and Gauteng. More than 340 people

its infant years until today and what the future

lost their lives, and the damage exceeded

holds for the company and its shareholders.

export capabilities.

The Hardware and Building Supplies division was established in 2012, following the success

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NEWS REBUILD

Mica Support Centre gets looted store up and running

Kwa Mnqandi Mica Build was ravaged by looters in July and left in tatters – this community hardware store has been the source of expert knowledge and advice to the community for 35 years on all thing’s hardware and building.

T

he looting of Kwa Mnqandi Mica Build

external signage and shop front amongst many

impossible time frame but normal service has

left the Bond and Carter families with

of the upgrades. This was all arranged and executed

also resumed with the annual day special event

what should have been a tough decision –

by the Mica Support team in record time.

taking place for the fifth time on 2 November,

rebuild or call it a day.

Now, all they needed was to stock these shelves

which culminated in the suppliers and Mica Support

The advantage of being part of the Mica family

and once again the suppliers rose to the occasion

centre staff being treated to a Nongoma style braai

made this tough decision incredibly easy.

and with fully stocked shelves the store was able to

hosted by George, Greg and Brad at their home.

The Mica Support Centre were incredible, taking it

re-open on 25 August – a mammoth achievement

The Kwa Mnqandi team would like to thank all those

upon themselves to not only get the store back up

that would have been impossible without the team

suppliers that were part of the rebuilding and to

and running but to upgrade the store to the new

from Mica Support and the ever-loyal suppliers.

publicly thank the Mica Support team for their

Mica standards.

Customers have embraced and welcomed the new

The new Kwa Mnqandi Mica Build is a spectacular store boasting new till points, a paint counter, eye-catching shelf ends, attractive internal and

look Kwa Mnqandi Mica Build and the store is proud to be once again part of the Nongoma community.

Not only has the store been rebuilt in a seemingly

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unbelievable assistance.

This is a new beginning for George Bond and Brad and Greg Carter and their team at Kwa Mnqandi Mica Build.

NEWS REBUILD

BEFORE LOOTING

The store after being looted.

AFTER LOOTING

The store up and running again.

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NEWS GOLF DAY

BATTERIES

GREAT POWER

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There’s nothing like golf – Essential Golf Day 2021 The Essential Hardware Group hosted a highly successful 2021 Golf Day at Glen Vista country club on in October. This exciting event happened after many other creative activities that the company has undertaken during the year.

Norman Jackson, Essential Group CEO with golfers from Ruwag and Lasher.

C

EO Norman Jackson and his team

is training on preparation, application, problem

decided that ‘Covid was not going to

solving, waterproofing solutions and more. This

define us’ and has taken the bull by

training is also available in a product specific

the horns over the last 18 months with

format where the manufacturers offer training on

the attitude of finding a way to get things done, rather than accepting the notion that things

USES POWER

cannot be done.

“Being a pro-active company, we have managed

show only’ specials and were given the opportunity to showcase these and their product ranges virtually to all retailers. The positive

term planning is not a possibility,” said Jackson.

feedback from this intervention might mean the

Leading up to the golf day the Essential Hardware Group have creatively manoeuvred

Bringing its training online in its reconstructed

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successful intervention. Suppliers had ‘trade

instant decisions in an environment where long-

these measures:

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Hosting a virtual trade day proved a very

to streamline everything and are able to make

around the threat of Covid by putting in place

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their specific products.

future introduction of a hybrid between a virtual and in-person trade day going forward.

Perfecting and rolling out its eCommerce offering, which offers members access to an innovative online trading platform. As the world

website where short and sweet training videos

embraces digital retail, this is an integral and

are available for merchandising, sales training

exciting offering which ensures member stores

(incorporating pricing, interpersonal skills, conflict

can expand their ranges and product offerings,

resolutions, rounding down etc). Retailers can

without needing to increase their physical

train anytime, any day and will still receive their

infrastructure. This powerful enabler encourages

certificate of accomplishment. This ensures that

members to face competition of the highest

the retail staff are upskilled at a time that suits

standard and succeed in the digital space.

them. The reality of live training is that there

After the successful launches of the online/

is never a time that suits everyone, staff are

virtual events, it was decided that an outdoor

constantly being poached and new employees

Golf Day would be an event that was do-able

need to be trained up. The introduction of the

under level 1 lockdown regulations. With full

online training negates these problems.

house attendance, suppliers came to the party by

Generic category training is constantly being

sponsoring holes and the day was a sell-out with

updated online where retailers can access useful

suppliers and retailers alike loving the return to a

and educational information within a product

semblance of ‘normality’ and the opportunity to

category, for example, in the paint category there

catch up face to face.

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THE PERFECT STRIKE

GOLF DAY

Ruwag.

L&B Security Wholesalers.

WITH STRIKE-ARC

ENGINEERED FOR WELDING EXCELLENCE M O D E R N , C O M PA C T A N D EFFICIENT WELDING AND CUTTING SOLUTIONS.

Eurolux flanked by Essential staff.

Marshal Tools.

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Skillcraft Agencies (Ingco).

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Kansai Plascon.

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Contact your sales representative for more information.

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Some of the golf day prizes sponsored by suppliers.

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NEWS BUYING GROUP

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Wonderful years of 30 ‘Lighting Your Way’ 2021 marks a special milestone for Eurolux as the company celebrates its 30th anniversary.

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F

ounded in 1991 in Cape Town by the

2019, collectively forming the Eurolux Group.

Mirlas family, Eurolux started out as

The start of 2020 saw both businesses move

a small family business importing

under one roof in Cape Town, at the Eurolux

lighting and incandescent bulbs,

Head Office building in Milnerton, with the

has now grown into a company with a

Johannesburg branches later combining at the

substantial sub-Saharan Africa footprint,

existing Radiant Lighting premises in Wynberg.

supplying over 8 000 products to 2 300 distributors across the African continent.

Eurolux was purchased from the Mirlas family

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KwaZulu-Natal clientele, housing lighting fixtures

Steve Palframan and Shaun Bouchier. Their first

from all three of the Eurolux Group brands.

major decision was to establish a Johannesburg

has always had its finger on the pulse of global

Sandton, which officially commenced trading on

industry trends and movements. By maintaining

1 July 2002. The timing of this move proved to be

strong business relationships with its business

immensely successful and April 2004 saw Eurolux

partners, the company have been able to both

JHB moving, literally just up the road, into their

understand and meet the needs and preferences

own purpose-built 8 500m² building.

of its clients, thus ensuring a product offering of

Just two years later, in June 2006, the

world-class quality and variety.

Eurolux’s upward trajectory over the years

designed new 8 000m² building in Milnerton,

has also allowed them to invest in the wellbeing

thus creating the perfect platform to take the

and empowerment of the community, with a

Eurolux brand to another level of growth and

special focus on healthcare and education.

subsequent market acceptance as a major

The company mantra ‘Lighting your Way’

player in the lighting industry.

has proved to be a driving principle in all of its social initiatives, from the lighting of schools

experienced notable growth after 2011 when

and healthcare facilities, to making sandwiches

ARB Holdings Limited purchased 60% of the

for the children at crèche’s located near the

company. With the financial backing of this JSE

Cape Town headquarters.

listed group, the company was able to expand

The last thirty years have given Eurolux

into new markets, launching its electrical division,

plenty of reason to celebrate this anniversary

project department and ‘Euro Nouveau’ concept,

milestone and the company looks forward to

which represents some of Europe’s most

continue its pursuit of excellence; from building

prestigious lighting design companies.

sound client and supplier relationships, to offering

Another growth opportunity arose with Eurolux purchasing Radiant Lighting in January

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Acting as an importer and distributor, Eurolux

operation based in Linbro Business Park,

Going from strength to strength, Eurolux

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providing a modern and upmarket facility for its

in March 2002, by current directors Peter Willig,

Cape Town Head Office moved into its own

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2020 also heralded the opening of a new concept lighting showroom in Umhlanga,

premium quality lighting products sourced from around the globe.

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INNOVATOR’S GUIDE

Innovator’s Guide CONTENTS Academy Brushware/Sanlic .............. Pg 41, 42, 43, 45 A.Shak ......................................................................... Pg 41, 47 Boltfix ...........................................................Pg 41, 43, 44, 46 CRC ..................................................................Pg 40, 42, 45, 47 Glue Devil ....................................................Pg 40, 43, 44, 47 Henkel ........................................................... Pg 41, 42, 45, 46 L&G Tools ................................................... Pg 40, 42, 44, 45 Pferd ............................................................................ Pg 43, 46 Skillcraft Agencies ..................................................... Pg 39 Vermont Sales......................................... Pg 40, 44, 46, 47

2021 Academy Brushware Tel: 011-821-2900 www.academybrush.co.za

A.Shak

Tel: 011-822-2320 www.ashak.co.za

Boltfix

Tel: 031-713-9800 www.boltfix.co.za

CRC

Tel: 012-652-7048 www.q20.co.za

Glue Devil

Tel: 031-464-0273 www.gluedevil.co.za

Henkel

Tel: 011-617-2400 www.henkel.co.za

L&G Tools

Tel: 031-717-6800 www.lgtools.co.za

Pferd

Tel: 011-230-4000 www.pferd.co.za

Skillcraft Agencies Tel: 010-900-4500 www.skillcraft.co.za

Vermont Sales

Tel: 011-314-7711 www.vermontsales.co.za

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Q-FISH SAFE ON ALL FISHING LINE AND BRAIDS It’s the greatest fear of any fisherman: A severed line and a tale about the “One that got away”.

Once again, because many multipurpose oils are not plastic safe, you run the risk of damaging your fishing reel (or worse yet, your fishing line!) when the oil comes into prolonged contact with sensitive plastics.

Q-FISH is tested to be 100% plastic- and nylon safe. The oil also features excellent corrosionprotection properties against saltwater environments, and acts as a high performance cleaner and moisture repellent, too.

Available in 150ml

SPECIALLY FORMULATED TO . . .

• • •

Protect against salt water Protect against corrosion Act as moisture repellant POLYMER & NYLON SAFE FORMULA

CRC Industries RSA (Pty) Ltd Tel: 011 452 7048 www.crcindustries.co.za | www.q20.co.za

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DA R E TO DO

SCREWGOO

DARE TO

GLUE IT.

Fixes Leaking Roofscrews, Flashing And Holes: 1...2...3 - Prepare Now For The Rain Season!

• Easily paintable once dry • Dries quickly (± 2 hours) • Good adhesion to substrates • Contains plasticizers & solvents • Tough durable & highly flexible.

Ideal for ScrewGoo is a copolymer latex compound, water based with fillers and film control agents to offer a simple solution for waterproofing and sealing roof screws, roof flashings overlaps and sheeting overlaps.

It adheres to concrete, brick, plasterboard and steel.

Wood PVC Concrete Stone Aluminum Tiles t ... i Stainless Steel ick

• Waterproofs & protects • No membrane required!

• No tools required!

• DIY made easy • Non-toxic • Not messy

just

cl

Water Based

...& fix it! x20 Doses

Water Resistant, great for use in bathrooms.

Can be used indoors and outdoors.

Can be used on porous- and non-porous surfaces

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Q-GUN As most gun owners know, firearms require surprisingly little lubrication.

Meaning, a small quantity of oil needs to lubricate against extreme heat, load, and unimaginable speed.

Just as important, corrosion resistance is vital for self-defence firearm owners who carry their pistols everyday. In these instances, your chosen lubricant must have excellent corrosion properties that protect against body sweat and moisture.

Finally, the fundamental principle of any firearm maintenance routine boils down to one thing: Cleanliness. A carbon-filled firearm is an unreliable firearm, which is why Q-Gun is formulated to breakdown carbon deposits, without risking damage to plastic components.

Available in 150ml

SPECIALLY FORMULATED TO . . .

• • •

Break down carbon deposits Protect against corrosion Lubricate moving parts POLYMER SAFE FORMULA

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DA R E TO DO

DARE TO

GLUE IT.

All Bonding All Conditions All Materials INTERIOR & EXTERIOR (1) All absorbent and non-absorbent substrates: wood, brick, ceramic, tile, stone, metal, plastics, glass and mirrors except PE,PP, PTFE, acrylic glass, copper, brass and plasticized PVC.

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DA R E TO DO

DARE TO

GLUE IT.

LIQUID

Strong & Fast Flows into the smallest gaps Ideal for

Metal, Porcelain, Wood, Rubber, Leather, Plastic*

NEW 15g SIZE!

Q20 SUPER MULTI-PURPOSE LUBRICANT Q20 is the leading multi-purpose lubricant that protects against corrosion, stops rust, lubricates sticky mechanisms and displaces moisture from electrical systems.

Q20 is the ideal light-duty lubricant for use in the home, garage and workshop.

Available in 360g

(20% extra)

LOCKABLE - Prevents accidental spraying SAFE - Stackable EASY TO USE - Flip up, flip down RELIABLE - “It’s Q20” SPECIALLY DESIGNED TO PLEASE OUR CUSTOMERS

Since 1950

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Reliability Convenience Quality Thanks to Sista’s durable sealing solutions, you can be confident that you’re getting the job done right the first time.

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z

To Stop Dam Leaks ...

And Others - The Quick, Easy & Affordable Way! • Ideal for very wet walls and high water pressure • Ideal for Precast work • Simplifies leak solutions in terms of time, equipment & costs • Just follow the instructions on the container meticulously.

DIY MADE EASY

A PROFESSIONAL D.I.Y SOLUTION!

There are many other tasks that can be accomplished with DriKon!

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DriKon®

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• DriKon is a concrete & cement additive • Accelerates setting times • A built in waterproofer • Water resistant cement plaster to walls & granolithic floors for light water pressure • Quick drying & hardener

Available in 1, 5 & 25 Litres

EVAPO-RUST™ RUST REMOVER

EVAPO-RUST™ Rust Remover is an environmentally safe, water based product that has been proven to make even deep rust disappear in minutes, without any scrubbing. It restores rusted tools, auto parts, firearms and all rusted steel to ‘like-new’ condition.

EVAPO-RUST™ will not harm metals, rubber, plastic, PVC, Viton, paints, or unrusted steel and provides excellent long-term rust protection.

EVAPO-RUST™ is safe to use - non-toxic, noncorrosive, non-flammable, and contains no acids, alkalis or petroleum solvents. EVAPO-RUST™ is biodegradable.

Available in 1ℓ, 5ℓ and 20ℓ

• • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Removes rust quickly without scrubbing No fumes or bad odours Non-toxic Non-corrosive Safe on skin Non-flammable No VOCs Water soluble Biodegradable Contains no acids or solvents Will not harm un-rusted steel Safe disposal in drain An excellent rust inhibitor Safe on all metals

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NEWS ADHESIVES

GREAT POWER

GREAT PRICE

Sticking together for over 25 years

GlueDevil is a proud local adhesive manufacturer and supplier offering an extensive range of tried and tested high quality adhesives, silicones, sealants and aerosols for both the hardware and automotive industries.

BATTERIES SIDE GRID

G

lueDevil offers affordable quality products to consumers. It never falters

over 15 countries worldwide.

GlueDevil is currently the biggest single supplier

from its main focus of retailing products

of gasket makers in Africa and the number one

with a proven history of quality and

manufacturer in cornice adhesive in South Africa.

service excellence, so that retailers are assured of

In addition, the company produces house brands

peace of mind when stocking and selling it.

for various South African companies and boast the

With over 25 years of industry experience, the company’s history is one that is incredibly proud.

The brand was founded on values such as

largest producer of house brands in the adhesive and sealant market.

Its sales representatives are available at your

integrity and reliability, which still guide the

convenience to assist with product training or any

company to this day.

other assistance you may require as a stockiest

This quirky brand has grown steadily over the years

and are always available to provide you with extra

with its innovative marketing and striking packaging.

client support that you may require as one of the

Retailers are supported by a highly qualified national

company’s proud retail partners. Furthermore, the

sales service and delivery footprint, which is serviced

highly experienced in-house chemists can assist

through three distribution warehouses throughout

and tackle any technical questions or queries.

South Africa. The manufacturing plant and head office is based in Durban.

GlueDevil’s extensive basket of products is proudly exported from South Africa and sold to

It is GlueDevil’s mission to provide excellent customer service and peace of mind that every GlueDevil product will fulfil its function expertly and competently.

For more information, Call: 031-464-0273 | Visit: www.gluedevil.com

OBITUARY

Remembering a legend

It is with great sadness that we convey the sad passing of Harry Folly on 16 November 2021.

H

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arry was a respected and well-liked

everyone in the industry

member of the IB McIntyre and Company

knew him. Harry was liked

team for the nine years leading up to his

and respected and this

retirement in 2016. Harry’s industry knowledge,

sad news will touch many

contacts and business acumen was instrumental in

people and invoke fond memories of ‘Uncle Harry’.

establishing Master Lock and American lock as the

From IB McIntyre and the team, “our sincere

leading brands of safety and commercial padlocks

condolences to Harry’s family during this sad

throughout South Africa.

time. He may no longer be with us, but his

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legacy remains.”

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NEWS SIKA GROWTH

Sika accelerates its growth plan

Sika is to acquire the MBCC group to accelerate its growth strategy and reinforce its position as a sustainability champion in the global construction industry.

S

ika has signed a definitive agreement

world- renowned product portfolio of global and local

and competencies will again be at the core of the

to acquire MBCC Group, former BASF

brands which enjoy a strong reputation for quality

business. Together with Sika, we are looking forward

Construction Chemicals, from an affiliate

and reliability. With its broad and balanced product

to exploring new and exciting business opportunities.

of Lone Star Funds, a global private equity

offering, MBCC Group participates in all phases of the

I would like to thank Lone Star for the tremendous

construction life cycle and is a key contributor to the

support during the past few years and for helping us

decarbonisation of the construction industry.

to prepare for this next chapter.”

firm, for a consideration of CHF5.5 bn (EUR 5.2bn).

MBCC Group is a leading supplier in construction

chemicals worldwide. The acquisition will complement

Thomas Hasler, CEO of Sika said, “Two sustainability

The transaction will accelerate Sika’s resilient

and broaden Sika’s product and solution offerings

champions will join forces. Sika is first in class for

Growth Strategy 2023 and beyond. Sika will expand its

in four of five core technologies and seven of eight

sustainable solutions across the entire construction

product and service offering in construction chemicals

Sika target markets and will further strengthen its

industry, and similarly, sustainability stands at the

and industrial adhesives by adding the highly

geographic footprint. The combined business

core of MBCC Group’s business. Together we will

complementary portfolio of MBCC Group and is set to

will be a key accelerator in enabling both Sika’s

reinforce our complementary range of products

reach sales in excess of CHF13bn in 2023.

and MBCC Group’s customers and the construction

and services across the entire construction life cycle.

industry to drive the sustainable transformation

With our combined portfolio, we will enable and

product portfolio with all of Sika’s target markets

further and faster.

accelerate the future of sustainable construction

achieving between CHF1-2bn in sales. Customers

for the benefit of customers, employees, shareholders

will benefit from an enhanced and more efficient

and future generations.”

distribution network across all construction markets.

MBCC Group, headquartered in Mannheim, Germany, is active in the field of construction systems and admixture systems. With approximately 7 500

Jochen Fabritius, CEO of MBCC Group commented,

The combination will lead to a very balanced

Sustainability stands at the core of both companies.

employees MBCC Group has operations in over

“We have found a perfect partner who shares our

As such, the acquisition combines two highly

60 countries and more than 130 production facilities.

core beliefs. Sika is well-known for its entrepreneurial

motivated and extremely capable global teams

In 2021, the company is expected to generate net

spirit and its profitable growth strategy, including

that will support a strong sustainability footprint

sales of CHF 2.9bn (EUR 2.7bn). MBCC Group has a

a strong acquisition track record. Our products

for the future.

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NEWS REPAIR TRAINING

Sika’s waterproofing solutions

With over 100 years’ experience, Sika offers a trusted range of roofing and waterproofing products that have been tried and tested — from the toughest, civil construction projects to challenging home DIY projects.

S

ika’s comprehensive waterproofing range

coating suitable for many waterproofing and

areas and for the cool roof properties lowering

includes acrylic, bitumen, cementitious

roofing applications.

energy costs. For a longer lifespan and better

and polyurethane waterproofing systems. The most popular

Sika’s star product is Sikalastic-560, it is in a class of its own with its rubber-like elastic coating

crack-bridging properties, it is beneficial to us reinforcement with Sikalastic-560.

waterproofing solutions are the liquid-applied

properties. Most common uses of this product is

Sika has a complete range of DIY waterproofing

membrane systems. Liquid-applied membrane

that it can be applied over failing bitumen system

systems for every kind of roof project, ranging from

(LAM) is a monolithic, fully-bonded, liquid-based

such as torch-on, getting into all the more detailed

cost effective to superior product solutions.

COST-EFFECTIVE ACRYLIC WATERPROOFING SYSTEM Acrylic Waterproofing System

TRUSTED CONTRACTORS APPROVED RANGE Superior Acrylic Fibre Reinforced Waterproofer

THE SUPERIOR SPECIALIST RANGE Premium Rubber-Like Elastomeric Waterproofer

Sealoflex Professional

Sikalastic-560

Uses

Uses

• Flat roofs

• Roof waterproofing

• Parapet walls

solutions in both new

• Flashings (concrete and tiled roofs)

construction and

• Overcoating existing roof waterproofing systems

refurbishment projects • Easy application on roofs

Advantages • Flexible and durable • Easy to use and acrylic • Single component – ready to use • No membrane needed

with complex geometry and detail areas • Cost efficient life cycle extension of failing roofs eg old bitumen membranes and coatings • Reflective coating to enhance energy efficiency by reducing cooling costs • Used instead of bitumen torch-applied

Sika RainTite Kit

Sika BlackSeal Lastic

Uses

A rubberised bitumen

• Flashings

waterproofing coating Uses • Flat roofs

Advantages

• Flashing of roofs, gutters

• Flexible and durable

• Water retaining

• Vapour permeable

structures, eg ponds

and weathering • Highly elastic and crack-bridging • Non-toxic and VOC compliant water-based coating • One component – ready to use • Seamless waterproofing membrane

• UV resistant • Single component acrylic – easy to use

Advantages

• Excellent adhesion

• Primerless system and non-sag • Flexible at low temperature • Crack-bridging For more information, Visit: www.sika.co.za

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Advantages • UV resistant and resistant to yellowing

• Sealing joints, laps and roofing screws • Parapet wall

membranes

• Certified environmental certifications Call Sika to find the best solution for your needs or visit your local hardware store.

TO ALL OUR CUSTOMERS

THANK

WE’RE WRAPPING

IT UP

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What a year it has been!

From all of us at GEDORE, we’d like to take this opportunity to thank all our customers for your support in 2021.

We’re sure everyone is looking forward to a well-deserved break, and we wish each of you a fantastic festive season and a relaxing, rejuvenating holiday.

With the new year on the horizon, we’re looking forward to continuing to provide superior quality hand tools that are guaranteed to deliver unrivalled performance – for life.

Have a merry festive season and a very happy New Year – we’ll see you all in 2022!

Brands of the GEDORE Group gedore · gedore red · ochsenkopf

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MOMENTUM OF STOCKING

AMPER ALLES

ORIGINS – 7 MILESTONES For forty years, the Amper Alles Group has grown and diversified.

1981 Willie Blignaut purchased a small general dealer “Amper Alles Algemene Handelaars” in Groblersdal. Willie relocated from Pretoria to operate his new 100m2 store. The range steadily expanded to include bicycles, stationery, weapons, and ammunition.

1995 The store moved to larger premises. 1998 Amper Alles joined Mica and the focus shifted towards hardware and building supplies.

Co-owners Hendrik & Braam Blignaut

Willie saw opportunities in Pretoria and purchased a Wapadrand property.

2003 His sons Braam and Albert opened a second building supplies branch. Hendrik and Renier joined after completing their studies.

True to their name, the group purchased a Rayton transport company in 2009.

2011 A third branch was opened in Pretoria-East, strengthening their offering.

Fast moving wire nails are sold directly from pallets near the contractors counter

2015 Saw a fourth Mica store alongside the Rayton transport business.

Wapadrand’s (constructionfocused) and Pretoria-East’s (DIYfocused) branches were combined in 2017. The current Amper Alles Mega Mica Silver Lakes was formed - a comprehensive hardware offering.

NOW – 3 FAMILY BUSINESSES Willie remains in an advisory role while his four sons manage the businesses, each responsible for an important division of the group.

Mica branches are run by Braam (Silver Lakes & Rayton) and Hendrik (Groblersdal) ; Albert develops properties and Renier steers the transport business.

The business has 35 vehicles, focused on the supply of sand, cement, and bricks to Amper Alles Mica stores and their customers.

Convenient shopping in the retail area of Amper Alles Mega Mica Silver Lakes

This building supply-specialized fleet includes interlinks, flatbeds, various sand tippers, and trucks with cranes for brick deliveries.

The group aims to “establish and secure business in the future”.

They believe in continuous vertical expansion and added transport and property development to their portfolio.

SCALE OF SUCCESS Silver Lakes and Groblersdal each have 7 000m2 under roof and Rayton 1 500m2. All three branches are supported by large, busy builders yards. 500+ Local suppliers keep shelves full with 33 000 active product lines.

HAVE WHAT YOUR CUSTOMERS WANT: Customer experience and interaction with staff will always stay important. True value lies in solutions offered – having the right stock and providing guidance in choosing and using them.

“EUREKA provides a solution similar to what we aim to provide our customers: reliable, comfortable service with an excellent product range”.

They aim to create stores with a specific business culture: “One creates a comfortable atmosphere with friendly staff, music and consistent service excellence… we aim to provide a pleasant shopping space that offers a full range of products.

We build our business on integrity – this is how trust is gained and customer loyalty is earned.

We work hard and stay committed”, says Braam.

RELATIONSHIPS Braam believes in healthy business relationships with suppliers. “EUREKA provides a solution similar to what we aim to provide our customers: reliable, comfortable service with an excellent product range”.

Building supply store extends to the exterior builders yard where delivery vehicles are loaded

“What you don’t have, you can’t sell”.

He adds: “To any business owner it is valuable to have one thing less to worry about – fasteners by EUREKA! Everything just works and the partnership with EUREKA is comfortable and effortless”.

EUREKA values Amper Alles Group’s business and observe their success achieved by offering comprehensive ranges. “What you don’t have, you can’t sell”.

PRODUCTS The Ryobi RM145 lawnmower features RYOBI 4-STROKE MOWER

• Easy to start OHV 4-stroke engine that delivers 145cc of power • 480mm Cutting width making it ideal for cutting medium to large sized lawns • Durable and easy to remove 60L grass catcher with flap indicating when box is full • Eight-position, single lever cutting height adjustment from 20 to 75mm • Folding handles for easy storage • Treated rigid steel deck to prevent damage, rust and corrosion • Four individual swing blades for a cleaner cut and effective clipping collection.

DISTRIBUTOR: Ryobi CALL: 011-357-9600 VISIT: www.ryobi.co.za

QUALITY SKIRTING

The new MSkirting

ultra-dense polymer material

range, Duraskirt

with high definition imbedded

from Kirk

details and colours, resulting in a

Marketing has

waterproof, impact resistant, light

been tried, tested and are loved by

and easy to use skirting.

many across South Africa.

Kirk Marketing also offer an eye

Duraskirt is the highest quality

catching DIY display for your store.

DISTRIBUTOR: Kirk Marketing | CALL: JHB - 011-444-1441 • CT - 021-949-2226 • DBN - 031-564-1175 • PE - 086-054-7573 VISIT: www.kirk.co.za

Platform broom • Large broom for sweeping

‘ANCHOR CORNER’ FROM IKA ANCHORS AND FIXINGS, THE FIRST CHOICE IN FIXINGS

large areas • Available in stiff PVC for rough surfaces, soft coco fibre

IKA Spring Toggle

for smooth surfaces

Superior white zinc plated IKA Spring Toggle (Cavity Fixing) with a

• Suitable for use in areas like smelters as bristles are natural and won’t melt • Custom designed ‘88’ grip for added strength and durability • Available in 460, 610, 760 and 915mm with wooden handle.

Bass broom • Strong, synthetic fibres used for sweeping rough surfaces • Popular broom for garden services and farmers • Custom designed ‘99’ grip for

long threaded screw is ideal for installing overhead lights, ceiling fans ACADEMY BRUSHWARE BROOMS

and other fixtures. Alternatively supplied with Hook or Eye bolts for suspension ceiling fixtures.

Suitable for use in most conventional ceiling materials such as plasterboard, lathe, plywood and hardwood.

FEATURES • Machine screw for ease of tightening • Heavy gauge material for superior loads • Spreads load over wider area for

added strength and durability

extra load

• Available in 305mm and 375mm with wooden handle.

capacity

Available with M4, M5, and M6 screw diameters.

DISTRIBUTOR: Academy Brushware CALL: 011-821-2900 VISIT: www.academybrush.co.za

DISTRIBUTOR: IKA Anchors and Fixings | CALL: 086-100-7295 VISIT: www.ikafixings.co.za DIY & INDUSTRIAL TRADE NEWS DECEMBER 2021

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CLEVER

EXCELSIOR PAINTS PRODUCTS

SOLUTION FOR LIMITED SPACE

CABLE TIE

SIDE GRID

3in1 Gloss Enamel

Rust Stop

3in1 Gloss Enamel is a specially formulated

Rust Stop is a low VOC and lead-free 2-in-1 rust

high quality, fast-drying, direct-to-metal

convertor and primer for application directly to

gloss enamel for brush, spray or dipping.

rusted steel. Easy to use for interior and exterior

It contains the primer, undercoat and

use, in areas where it is difficult to remove red

topcoat all in one, with additional anti-

rust completely. It reacts chemically with rust and

corrosive pigments to provide improved

effectively stops further corrosion. It converts red

corrosion protection compared to a

rust to a stable bluish black film and can be over-

conventional three coats system.

coated with a variety of topcoats.

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

• Contains the primer, undercoat and

• Contains rust converter and primer in one • For use on interior and exterior surfaces

topcoat • Outperforms conventional QD enamels

• It converts red rust to a stable bluish black film

• Saves on additional labour and time.

• Water-based for easy clean up.

QD Gloss Enamel A specially formulated quick-drying industrial enamel for spray or dipping, suitable for use on properly primed and prepared steel surfaces for use both interior and exterior. Provides a full gloss finish and is available in 24 standard colours and other popular QD colours.

QD clear tint base is also available that can be tinted with the Excelsior colourants to tint a wide range of popular colour selections (i.e. NCS, RAL, SABS/SANS).

FEATURES AND BENEFITS • Quick-drying full gloss industrial enamel for spray or dipping • For use on interior and exterior steel surfaces • Can be tinted to popular NCS, RAL, SABS/SANS colour selections.

DISTRIBUTOR: Excelsior Paints | CALL: 011-474-1900 | VISIT: www.excelsiorpaints.co.za

INGCO 32 PIECE HAND TOOL SET

The Ingco 32 Piece hand tool set (HKTHP1032) is the perfect toolkit for the DIY enthusiast. It is convenient and handy and has the perfect selection of hand tools for any household job that needs attention -

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be it measuring, cutting or driving a screw.

DISTRIBUTOR: Skillcraft | CALL: 010-900-4500 | VISIT: www.ingco.co.za

KREEPY KRAULY VIPER RANGE LEGENDARY POOL CLEANERS NOW IN ELEGANT MONOCHROME COLOURWAY

Kreepy Krauly, in collaboration with Agrinet, has developed the Kreepy Krauly VIPER range, in a modern monochrome colourway. The range is exclusively distributed via Agrinet’s extensive national delivery network and supported by Kreepy Krauly’s excellent customer service team in the market.

Available in the range:

Viper Kombi Pack HW0000304

Dominator Pro Viper Kombi Pack HW0000808

Pool Shark Viper Kombi Pack HW0000719

Brush up on your pool cleaner knowledge and help clients like a pool cleaner pro, thanks to Kreepy Krauly & Agrinet’s CLEAN POOL TIPS FOR RESELLERS. Kreepy Krauly, clearly the finest pool cleaners in the world.

Customer Care & Reseller Advice Centre: www.kreepykrauly.co.za T: (011) 392 1177, E: customer.service@fourwater.co.za

For more information on the range, please contact Agrinet: Samrand - Email: enquiries@agrinet.co.za, T. (012) 657 2222 Bellville - Email: belbestel@agrinet.co.za, T. (021) 959 5424 Viper Range Exclusively distributed by

www.agrinet.co.za

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PRODUCTS

COACH

SCREW &

PLUG

CUTTING AND GRINDING DISCS

The comprehensive Superflex

Superflex Industrial Cutting

range of cutting and grinding

and Grinding ranges

discs are available in a variety

• Multiple fast cuts

of shapes and sizes to make

• Faster grinding with high stock

application solutions easy.

From the Slimline Cutting Range to the

removal • Suited to a range of applications

diverse Flap Disc Range, Superflex promises

including square tubing, window frames

optimum results with guaranteed longevity

and palisade fencing.

for every cutting or grinding application.

Locally manufactured from the best raw

Superflex Industrial Flap Discs

materials ensures premium quality with

• Manufactured from high-tech

proven longevity and durability.

self-sharpening Zirconia grains • High cutting rates ensure product

Superflex Slimline range • Clean, fast and consistent cuts • Less heat build-up and oxidation of the material.

longevity • Suited to a range of substrates including stainless steel, wood and plastics.

DISTRIBUTOR: Grinding Techniques | CALL: 011-271-6400 | VISIT: info@grindtech.com

Fragram 43 piece storage bin kit

Fragram 15-in-1 Painter’s Multi tool Scraper

The wall mounted Fragram 43 piece

When you need one tool to do it all, you need a

Storage Bin Kit is the ideal storage

Fragram 15-in-1 Painter’s Multi tool Scraper. The

solution that provides easy access

1.8mm quality Stainless Steel multi tool assists

while making the most out of your open

with every element of the painting process,

wall space. Consisting out of 16x Small

making the preparations a lot easier. The

bins, 8x Medium bins, 4x Large bins,

exceptional multi tool can clean paint from large

the separate containers conveniently

and small paint rollers, both of which are essential

organises your workspace while

for painting projects. The handle has a soft grip

keeping it tidy and is easy to clean.

for added comfort.

While the kit is suitable to use in a workshop or home garage, it’s also fit to use at your DIY workstation to hold DIY hobby supplies like jewellery, beads, and many more.

L&G TOOLS PRODUCTS

NEW SIDE GRID

CLEVER SOLUTION FOR LIMITED SPACE

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DISTRIBUTOR: L&G Tool and Machinery Distributors | CALL: 031-717-6800 | VISIT: www.lgtools.co.za

PRODUCTS TC BURRS

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COACH

SCREW &

PLUG Tungsten Carbide Burrs Pferd‘s range of material-specific Tungsten Carbide Burrs offer maximum stock removal due to its high aggressiveness and are available in various industry required shapes and sizes.

The TC Burr range includes Steel cut, Inox

VSM Abrasive Belts

cut, Alu cut, Cast cut, Titanium cut and the

Pferd supplies a comprehensive range of VSM

Micro cut.

coated abrasive belts tailored to individual

Pferd’s innovative and versatile Allround cut TC Burrs, offer high stock removal on key materials, including steel, cast steel, stainless

belt grinders and industry specific application requirements.

VSM Abrasive belts deliver consistent results

steel, non-ferrous metals and cast iron.

even in demanding applications. This is due to the

usage of high quality grains, excellent grain adhesion,

FEATURES AND BENEFITS

high performance backing materials and additional

• Improved operator safety and comfort

grinding additives such as Top Size, Antistatic or

due to less vibration and noise • Economic tools thanks to their high stock removal rates.

Conveniently packed

Stearate coatings.

Abrasive belts consisting of a wide range of abrasive grain is available including Ceramic, Zirconia, Aluminium Oxide and Silicone carbide. Pferd South Africa converts VSM coated abrasives into various industry required, and custom belts sizes.

The high abrasive performance and long tool life make VSM Abrasive belts an efficient and effective solution for numerous applications.

21 Combinations Correctly matched

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DISTRIBUTOR: PFERD South Africa | CALL: 011-230-4000 | VISIT: www.pferd.co.za

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PRODUCTS

CABLE TIES

PRO-TECH SAW BLADES

Pro-tech has introduced a new colour coded

To identify which blade is suitable for your

look for its latest range of saw blades. The

substrate, match the colour to the material

Pro-tech professional colour coding system

being cut. It is a fool proof system that saves

makes for easy blade selection. The Pro-tech

time and guarantees customers satisfaction.

range is comprehensive and suitable for all

Pro-tech blades are well known to

materials from soft and hard woods, laminates

industrial users, woodworkers, professionals

and non-ferrous metals.

and DIY’ers.

DISTRIBUTOR: Vermont Sales | CALL: 011-314-7711 | VISIT: www.vermontsales.co.za

INVERTER AND HELMET COMBINATION

The Matweld MAT9005KC Inverter 200A and helmet combination features: • Lightweight and portable

· 3 colours · 6 Lengths

• Cable kit, helmet, wire brush chipping hammer included • Digital display • Advanced IGBT technology • Suitable for ARC/TIG welding.

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DISTRIBUTOR: Matus | CALL: 011-681-9100 | VISIT: www.matus.co.za

Scan the code with your phone camera click the link and learn more about our group

National Buying Group

Support your local

Ending the year off with 2 new great stores

Buchner Hardware Somerset East

GR Landmark & Feeds Heidelberg

We are a Community Retail Hardware Store specialising in building materials and general hardware for home owners and contractors.

We are an agricultural co-op. We stock a variety of animals feeds, supplements, hardware, irrigation, electrical supplies, bolts & nuts & garden equipment.

Call Us

042 243 2725

Website

www.grfeeds.co.za

Email Us

sales@buchners.co.za

Call Us

010 442 0912

Email Us

orders@grfeeds.co.za

Supporting our Members to assist supporting their local communities!

Join our group today!

Hotline: 086 01 04220 | Switchboard: 011 434 2362 www.essentialgroup.co.za

We are a forward thinking group, that is so much more than just a buying group.

FIVE TIME VOLUNTARY BUYING GROUP OF THE YEAR!

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PRODUCTS Flymo Turbo Lite 250 Flymo Turbo Lite 250 is a lightweight hover mower that FLYMO MOWERS

floats on a cushion of air making it highly manoeuvrable and easy to mow the lawn.

The mower has a 1400W motor and 25cm long life metal blades providing a quick and clean cut.

The cutting height can be adjustable from 11mm to 31mm.

The handles are designed for ambidextrous use with levers on both sides allowing for left or right hand operation.

The handle folds down so that the mower takes up less space and can be hung on a wall. Extremely lightweight machine with a total weight of 5.1kg.

All Flymo machines carry a 1-year warranty.

Flymo Hover Vac 250 The Flymo Hover Vac 250 is fitted with a 1400W motor and with a 15 litre grass box. The long life metal blade is 25cm in width and provides a clean cut. The cutting height is adjustable from 11mm to 31mm.

The handles are designed for ambidextrous use with levers on both sides allowing for left or right hand operation.

The handle folds down so that the mower takes up less space and can be hung on a wall. Extremely lightweight machine with a total weight of 6.5kg.

All Flymo machines carry a 1-year warranty.

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Flymo SimpliGlide 360 The Flymo SimpliGlide 360 mower is fitted with a powerful 1800W motor that allows the mower to cut through thick dense grass easily and effectively. The SimpliGlide machine is easy to manoeuvre as the mower floats on a cushion of air when cutting. The cutting height is adjustable for 11mm to 31mm.

The handles are designed for ambidextrous use with levers on both sides allowing for left or right hand operation.

The handle folds down so that the mower takes up less space and can be hung on a wall.

Extremely lightweight machine with a total weight of 7.5kg.

All Flymo machines carry a 1-year warranty.

DISTRIBUTOR: Gardena | CALL: 010-015-5750 | VISIT: www.gardena.co.za

Mapelastic AquaDefense UNDER-TILE WATERPROOFING

is a ready-to-use, advanced

WHERE TO USE: • Balconies and terraces

liquid-rubber under-tile

• Bathrooms and shower cubicles

waterproofing membrane

• Laundry rooms

that is used to form a waterproofing barrier before

• Saunas and damp environments.

applying ceramic, stone or mosaics tiles.

Mapelastic AquaDefense is easy to apply using a long-haired roller brush or trowel on horizontal, sloping and vertical surfaces. The product dries quickly to form a flexible membrane without a sticky surface. The product is ready to receive a second coat just one hour after the first, and is ready to

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receive tiles just four hours after the second coat has been applied.

DISTRIBUTOR: Mapei SA | CALL: 011-522-8476 | VISIT: www.mapei.co.za

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THE SUPER EASY MOUNTING GLUE APPLICATOR

Pattex No More Nails Click & Fix

No more Nails High Tack

Just one drop

Precision super glue

With Pattex No More Nails Click

With Pattex No More Nails High

Patter Super Glue can fix with

Pattex Precision Super Glue is a

& Fix you can bond all your materials

Tack you can bond all your materials

just one drop.

one- part instant gel adhesive for those

with just one click, ready-to-use,

indoors and outdoors up to 350lg/m2.

precise and hard to reach applications.

pre-dosed device for ease of use

FEATURES

The Precision is designed for home use

and convenience. Even for the

ALL MATERIALS

• Superior strength and quality

and forms strong bonds between a

first time DIYer.

Wood, glass, concrete, ceramic,

• Effective in bonding to

wide range of common materials.

polystyrene, tile, plastic, stone,

various substrates

ALL MATERIALS

metal, mirror, plaster and aluminium.

Wood, glass, concrete, ceramic,

polystyrene, tile, plastic, stone, metal,

ALL CONDITIONS

mirror, plaster and aluminium.

Interior, exterior, temperatures,

AREA OF USE

• Water resistant

weather resistance, wet surfaces,

• Small repairs and quick fixes

• Temperature resistant.

ALL CONDITIONS

flexible bonding, paintable

• Craft, Jewellery, models, hobbies,

Interior, exterior, extreme

and sandable.

• Bigger repairs for building projects.

SCOPE OF APPLICATION

Plastics, rubber, metals, woods, ceramics,

SCOPE OF APPLICATION

leather, fabrics, cardboard and paper.

Porcelain, metal, rubber,

temperatures, weather resistance, wet surfaces, flexible bonding, paintable and sandable.

• Quick setting formulation

patented Henkel technology that combines flexible polymer chains developed to resist shocks, extreme

FEATURES AND BENEFITS • Fast bonding

and gap filling.

Featuring Flextec Technology – a

• Shock resistant

paper, plastic.

AREA OF USE For indoor use.

temperatures and outperform in elastic.

DISTRIBUTOR: Henkel | CALL: 011-617-2400 | VISIT: www.henkel.co.za

GlueDevil shoe glue means that shoes TILE LEVELLING SYSTEM

no longer need to be SHOE GLUE

thrown away or repaired elsewhere. GlueDevil

shoe glue is a cold stick, quick drying polyurethane adhesive that provides an extra strong and waterproof bond.

QUICK AND EASY GlueDevil Shoe glue repairs soles to uppers or restores rubber onto heels.

Can also be used on leather handbags Eliminate lippage and ensure level tiles

joints. The TFC Tile Levelling System

every time with the TFC Tile Levelling

is easy to use, making it perfect for

System. An added benefit of the TFC

the DIY enthusiast right through to

Tile Levelling System is that the base

professional use. The TFC Tile Levelling

can also be used as a spacer between

System spacers are available in 2mm

tiles, which will ensure consistent grout

and 3mm thickness.

DISTRIBUTOR: Tile and Floor Care | CALL: 011-822-6901 | VISIT: www.tfc.co.za DECEMBER 2021 DIY & INDUSTRIAL TRADE NEWS

and belts or inflatable vinyl swimming pools. Dries clear and will not affect the appearance of items.

Excellent for bonding leather, rubber, cork, soft vinyl and PVC materials.

Available in a 25ml blistered tube.

DISTRIBUTOR: GlueDevil | CALL: 031-464-0273 | VISIT: www.gluedevil.co.za

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RETAIL GROUP Mica

Jack’s Paint & Hardware

Area of Expertise: Paint and hardware

Area of Expertise: DIY, hardware, building materials and paint

Number of stores

56*

Number of stores

160*

CEO

Gerhard Waldauer

Operations Manager

Johan van der Vyver

Contact details

0860-522-577

Contact details

011-479-3300

Email

newbusiness@mica.co.za

INNOVATIVE ACCOUNTING SOFTWARE

Angola 1

4

8

1

25

3

Eswatini

3

45 2

17

Eswatini

1

1 5

10 4

23 1

Gerhard Waldauer (CEO)

3

24

14 21

Website: www.mica.co.za

Website: www.jackspaint.co.za

Power Build

EST Building

Area of Expertise: Hardware, DIY, building supplies

Area of Expertise: Building material, hardware, paint and DIY

Number of stores

948*

Number of stores

175*

Managing Director

Louis Greeff

Managing Director

Armand Feldtmann

Merchandise Directors

Mohamed Varachia and Rob Suttle

General Manager Operations

Thiru Moodley / Andre Pretorius

Group Buyer

Justice Cooke

Contact details

Contact details

Head office 011-383-1900 or Rob Suttle on 082-568-1015 or Mohamed on 083-377-8609

Armand: Rashid: Thiru: Andre:

INNOVATIVE ACCOUNTING SOFTWARE

082-498-1768 082-563-2480 064-903-7444 082-923-1558

25 2

Eswatini

16

2

19

7

Eswatini

46

2

Louis Greeff (MD)

21

Armand Feldtmann (MD)

2

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Website: www.powerbuild.africa * Store numbers yet to be confirmed by holding company

BRASS STAINLESS STEEL TILE TRIMS Available in Bright Brass & Brushed Brass • Listello | Slim Square | Straight

Grade 304 Electroplated Stainless Steel

Excellent corrosion resistance

Internal & External application Commercial & Industrial applications

Perfectly suited for hospitals and food preparation areas

Toll Free: 0800 00 6173 | genesis@tfc.co.za | www.tfc.co.za

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RETAIL GROUP Build it

DIY Depot

Area of Expertise: Building and hardware supplier

INNOVATIVE ACCOUNTING SOFTWARE

Area of Expertise: Building and hardware supplier

INNOVATIVE ACCOUNTING SOFTWARE

Number of stores

397*

Number of stores

127*

Managing Director

Rob Lister

Operations Manager

Johann van der Vyver

Contact details

South Rand: Hennie Senekal - 011-821-4361; North Rand: Simon Bisset 011-203-5875; Western Cape: Steven Schaefer - 021-690-0052; KZN: Rowan Scully - 031-508-5127; Eastern Cape: Girschwin Lewack 041-404-5006; Lowveld: Anton Wassenaar - 013-753-6913

Contact details

011-479-3300

Email

newbusiness@diydepot.co.za

National Helpline

031-719-1759 Simon Bisset

Anton Wassenaar

(North Rand)

8

(Lowveld)

37 43 22 23

Eswatini

39

50

23

6

10

Eswatini

7

Hennie Senekal (South Rand)

25

9

15

2

6

Rowan Scully (KZN)

73 3

9

(West Cape; Namibia)

25

Girschwin Lewack

51

(East Region)

7

31

Website: www.buildit.co.za

Website: www.diydepot.co.za

Essential Hardware Group

The Paint Club

Area of Expertise: DIY, building and industrial

INNOVATIVE ACCOUNTING SOFTWARE

Number of stores

430*

Business Development Managers

Pedro Machado (Kwazulu Natal) , Lux Laqua (Western Cape) , Riaan Douglas (Freestate), Mark Pharenqua (Mpumalanga), Tyrone Naidoo (Gauteng), Ferdi Botha (Limpopo/Northern Cape), Rejoice Seritili (Gauteng), Pieter De Lange (Gauteng) and Jaco Muller (Gauteng/Free State), Arrie (Mpumalanga/Swaziland)

Group GM/Director

Norman Jackson

Contact details

011-434-2362 / 086-010-4220

Area of Expertise: Master Paint Experts and Hardware Suppliers Number of stores

60*

CEO and Joint Shareholder

Gary van der Merwe – 082-802-6370

Operations and Customer Relationship Manager

Brian Vosloo – 082-822-2396

Steering Committee Members

Gauteng & Free State: Heinrich Eksteen – 082-957-2727; Mpumalanga, Limpopo & Northwest: Reinhard Spiwak – 083-444-6002; Eastern, Western & Northern Cape: Gavin Biggs – 082-612-1661; KZN: Ben Treloar – 084-562-8952

Sales office

032-947-1611

Administrative office

011-463-1169

26

3

14

88

36

6

Eswatini 7

1

37 84

1

13

8

45 23

Website: www.essentialgroup.co.za DECEMBER 2021 DIY & INDUSTRIAL TRADE NEWS

Eswatini

3

4

2

17

17

Norman Jackson (Group GM/ Director

8

Website: www.paintclub.co.za * Store numbers yet to be confirmed by holding company

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