BROMLEY COLLEGE POWERED BY PASLODE
The Paslode team have recently paid a visit to the Bromley campus of London South East Colleges, to speak to their carpentry department and deliver some tools for the students to use on their return to college in the autumn term. Paslode Product Manager Alan McLaren delivered a selection of framing nailers, finishing nailers and a specialist PPN tool to Remzi Mustafa, Head of Carpentry. Alan told us “The college have a great carpentry training facility. They were really happy and grateful to get the tools, which will enable their level 2 and level 3 students to get an experience close to what they would have on a job site once they are working.” The tutors were also impressed with the tools in terms of weight and balance compared to some of the battery tools they had used. The Paslode team plan to link up with the college again further down the line to provide training to the students and lecturers via our Paslode training program. To learn more about the college, visit their website: https://www.lsec.ac.uk/locations/bromley
PASLODE SCOOP PRESTIGIOUS PRIZE AT JEWSON SUPPLIER CONFERENCE
Builders Merchant Jewson held their 2021 Supplier Conference on 22nd June and the Paslode team proudly picked up an award for their support of the Jewson business in their digital arena. The awards ceremony was held at the Hilton Birmingham Metropole after being postponed from December 2021 due to COVID restrictions. The Paslode team were over the moon to scoop the award for ‘Best Digital Support’ and John Deakin (Channel Manager – Builders Merchants & Online) and Steve Teare (Key Account Manager) were on hand to collect the trophy on behalf of the wider team. The award was presented to the team by actress and comedian Kerry Godliman. According to the Jewson team, Paslode was chosen as their overall winner as they stood out as: having the most professional approach with regards to digital support. having adopted a “customer first” approach ensuring that all information and delivery solutions were customer friendly Providing same-day responses to queries Congratulations to the Commercial and Marketing teams for their contributions and support. For more on Jewson, visit their website.
SEE PASLODE FROM EVERY ANGLE
Your favourite Paslode tools are now available to view from every angle EXCLUSIVELY on the Paslode website! Our new rotating tool images allow you to experience our tools in all their 3D glory, manoeuvring them to provide visibility from every angle and making it easier to see the unique features of each of the tools. Check them out on the relevant product pages. Here’s a reminder of the tools you can now see in amazing 360-degree clarity! 360Xi – The Ultimate The 360Xi framing nailer is light and perfectly balanced to guarantee great performance for multiple applications. A high-performing lithium battery and a weatherproof fuel cell ensure the tool will run all day, every day no matter the challenge. The tool boasts a re-engineered grip and new battery position, ensuring extra comfort and convenience which reduces fatigue, guaranteeing all-day productivity. The ideal tool for Carpenters, Roofers or General Builders working on New Build projects such as large housing developments. IM65 – The Professional With an optimised nose design and clear line of sight, the IM65 straight brand nailer is a compact, quick, and durable straight finish nailer, with a no-mar tip to enable precise fixing. The IM65 fires a wide range of brads from sizes 16 – 63mm in Electro Galv and Stainless Steel finishes. The ideal choice for carpenters or joiners working on both new build and renovation projects. IM65A – The Angled Professional While the IM65 brings you a compact, quick fix, IM65A angled finishing tool is designed specifically for precision when working in corners and tight spaces, thanks to its distinctive angled magazine. Our angled brads come in Electro Galv and Stainless Steel finishes and in lengths from 32 to 63mm. IM50 – The Detailer The IM50 finishing brad nailer is perfect for intricate detail applications, producing seamless fixes without the extra time of re-finishing work. The thinner 18-gauge brads lend themselves perfectly for discreet fine finish nailing. The tool is designed with secret nailing applications in mind, such as cabinet and furniture work, beading and shopfitting. It is perfect for when you need a SUPER CLEAN 2nd fix finish. IM45 – The Dynamic The Paslode IM45GN coil nailer fires a diverse range of nails, suiting many different applications including metal roofing and cladding. The tool’s unique delivery system is in a class of its own with less force needed to drive nails when compared to hand nailing. The tool saves you time and materials too – with a capacity of 125 nails per coil and a no debris nail collation giving a clean flush finish. The tool is perfect for Metal Roofers working on residential and commercial projects. It’s also suitable for Carpenters working on cladding applications. PPNXi – The Fastest The PPNXi is the first positive placement nailer on the market, providing an efficient and safe way of installing hangers, brackets and straps. The innovative nose probe self-locates, allowing pinpoint accuracy to deliver a hardened twist nail in the precise required location. It’s the must-have tool for carpenters and roofers working on-site on both new build and renovation projects, fixing metal work connectors into wood.
SUPERIOR FENCE STAPLING WITH THE STOCKADE ST400i
Stockade, a sister company of Paslode under the ITW Construction Products umbrella, are proud to introduce the ST400i cordless fence post stapler to the UK market. The ST400i stapler capitalises on the innovative technology associated with Paslode nailing tools. For over 15 years engineers working on Paslode tools in New Zealand have worked in conjunction with professional fencing contractors to develop a robust reliable tool that would be trusted in the field. They drew on the expert knowledge of engineers, farmers and fence contractors, to create a new era of fence stapling tools. More about the ST400i tool The ST400i drives 4mm diameter barbed post staples reliably and consistently, allowing for more efficient fence maintenance, whilst delivering productivity gains for farmers and fencing contractors. Stockade barbed staples are available in both 40mm and 50mm in length and last up to 6 times longer than standard galvanised staples, with a divergent point for extra holding power. The tool is perfect for a host of agricultural fencing construction and maintenance applications including livestock, predator control and highway boundary fencing. ST400i Tool Features The tool’s advanced fuel injection system delivers optimal fuel dose every time, delivering outstanding power, driving 2 staples per second. The sequential trigger system provides an accurate staple placement and improved operator safety so you can work with speed and confidence. The ST400i driver blade is engineered to support the staple and reduce damage to the staple crown, and adjustable depth of drive provides ultimate flexibility to drive fence post staples to your desired depth. Finally, there’s no need for a compressor with this tool, as it is powered by fuel cells (included with the staples) and Li-ion batteries (3000 fencing post staples per charge). Overall, the Stockade ST400i provides a trusted stapling system that delivers results time after time and stands up to the elements, extreme heat, cold and wind. It’s what makes the Stockade brand strong, reliable, and best in class. For more information visit the Stockade website: https://www.stockade.com/product/st400i-cordless-post-stapler-system/
“PASLODE DAN INTRODUCES” NOW LIVE ON OUR YOUTUBE CHANNEL
Want to get to know our tools a little better? Then head straight over to our YouTube channel for ‘Paslode Dan Introduces’, a series of great NEW videos introducing you to the Paslode range and hosted by Danny Palmer (known as @paslodedan on Instagram). Danny talks you through each of the tools in the Paslode range, explaining all the features and benefits. Each video also includes a demo of the tool in action. The ‘Paslode Dan Introduces’ playlist is your ultimate bitesize compilation of Paslode tool information – take a look here: Find out more about Paslode Dan by following him on Instagram: www.instagram.com/paslodedan/
PASLODE SPONSORS ROOFING EXCELLENCE WITH MASTER ROOFERS UK
Paslode are proud to announce a new sponsorship collaboration with Master Roofers UK! In their own words, “Master Roofers UK is an organisation, dedicated to improving the standard of roofing excellence in the UK by means of education, recognising skill and sharing vital resources and articles relating to the very traditional craft we call roofing.” Master Roofers was originally created as a Facebook trade resource group and now boasts upwards of 17,000 members. The popularity of the online community has led the organisation to partner with National Construction Training Services (NCTS) driving a huge number of students to better their roofing skills in two state-of-the-art training facilities. This new Master Roofer’s UK resource functions as a one-stop shop for roofing professionals, providing access to all the latest industry news, as well as information and directories, technical data, course booking and blog content. “We are extremely proud to be partnering with Paslode and to have the recognition and support of a brand which is so well-loved and used by roofers all over the UK,” said Stewart Rowles, Director of Master Roofers. “We look forwards to an exciting and productive collaboration”. Paslode makes a perfect fit with Master Roofers, offering solutions for a range of different roofing applications. For roof battening, boarding and flat roofing look no further than the 360Xi tool, Paslode’s premium framing nailer. The PPNXi tool provides an efficient and safe way of installing hangers, brackets and straps thanks to an innovative locator probe, while the IM45 coil nailer is the perfect solution for fixing metal roofing. Going forward, you can expect to see some exciting content from Paslode on the MRUK website, including blogs, conversation topics and product information, as well as other features exclusive to the platform. For more on Master Roofers visit https://www.masterroofers.co.uk/ or join their private Facebook group. You can also follow them on Instagram (@master_roofers_uk). To find out more about Paslode tools, visit Paslode.co.uk.
BUILDING FOR A BETTER FUTURE WITH PASLODE AND UNITED WAY
Paslode embraces our responsibility to support local communities, building relationships between our business and the wider community. Recently our parent company ITW Construction Products held two events in collaboration with United Way – a charity that pairs organisations with community projects. United Way aims to help create, develop and improve education, professional training, and healthcare settings. The ITW team decided to focus on projects that facilitate a better environment for young people. SUPPORTING THE LOCAL COMMUNITY The team chose to support two primary schools that face varying challenges. The aim was to ensure that the outcome would benefit the children, teachers and parents for years to come. For many at St Margaret’s C of E Primary School in Crawley, English is not their first language. Additionally, the school has a high percentage of children dependent on free school meals. Similarly in Glenrothes, Pitteuchar East Primary School faces a it’s own challenges, with 63% of students requiring support for special educational needs. WORKING HARD Our projects focussed on tasks to improve the outside area, conserving, developing, and expanding the schools’ outdoor facilities. Paslode staff from across the country offered their support, as well as contributing their own personal resources toward the projects. Tasks completed on the day included building outdoor play areas and fencing, as well as renovative painting and yard work. Donations to local food banks were also made, providing families across the community with much needed additional support. PASLODE ON SITE The IM360 tool even made an appearance on the project! Paslode’s premium framing nailer is perfectly designed for a whole range of outdoor woodwork applications, such as fencing and decking. The tool has a perfect power to weight ratio, as well as a lightning-fast charging lithium battery, and is one of the most powerful tools in the Paslode range. BUILDING A POSITIVE LEGACY ITW’s partnership with United Way is incredibly valuable, allowing the team a chance to give back in a way that can change lives. It is something that the Paslode team will continue to embrace, with the goal of making a positive effect on many more communities. A special thank you to the schools and volunteers for their co-operation and hard work. Also a massive thanks to Mark from M1 Fencing Ltd, who was a driving force on the Crawley project, helping the team erect fences in the school grounds. Finally, thank you to our customers for their support and loyalty. Without you, these projects would not be possible. Go Team Paslode!
Paslode support carpenters of the future with New Durham College
With one eye on the future of the trade, Paslode have been working closely with New College Durham over the past couple of years, supporting some of their Carpentry apprenticeship students while they learn the skills they need on-site. Back in 2019 we sponsored the College’s Carpentry and Joinery Apprentice of the Year award. The awards was won by Joseph Earl of Believe Housing (part of the Myers Group). As well as this prestigious accolade, Joseph also received a Paslode IM360Ci tool. Joe was nominated thanks to his attitude, and guidance and support to others in his class. His enthusiasm was second to none, and he was the first in his class to complete his NVQ. The Paslode team have also worked closely with the current Carpentry course intake, providing them with knowledge and advice as well as a loan of the tools they need to learn their trade. Members of the Technical Support and Marketing teams have visited the college to talk about Paslode range and hope to be able to see the students again soon, once it is safe to do so again. They have been supporting the students with advice around the applications that they are learning about on the current curriculum. The students have also been challenged to supply content for sharing on the Paslode social media channels, with more to come over the next few months as the partnership continues.
Fix your all-new Hardie® VL Plank with the Paslode IM45 Coil Nailer
Paslode are proud to have been approved by James Hardie® for the use of the IM45 coil nailer tool, fixing nails into their Hardie® VL Plank cladding. James Hardie® makes the world’s highest performance fibre cement cladding, trim, backer board and sheathing products that offer fire, water, weather, pest and rot resistance. James Hardie® products are the material of choice for builders, architects and homeowners alike, protecting and beautifying millions of home and commercial projects worldwide – both inside and out. Hardie® VL Plank cladding is an interlock fibre cement board, to be used as an external facade for both renovation and new build projects. Available in 6 colours and cedar finish, Hardie® VL Plank can be installed easily and quickly with the help of Paslode IM45GN Coil Nailer. The IM45GN is the perfect tool for weatherboard nailing, offering a high-quality uniform finish when fixing with a 2.5 x 35mm nail. This shorter nail enables the installer the possibility to reduce the thickness of the counter batten to 25mm, substrate dependent. In addition, our Paslode Stainless Steel Ring shank nail with 2.5mm head is Service Class 3 and EC5 compliant. When time is of the essence, the IM45 tool provides many other features and benefits that can increase productivity and speed up the job in hand. When using the IM45 tool, no drilling or screwing is required, whilst still offering an efficient and safe fixing method. The tool also holds a high capacity of nails (125 fixings), which reduces downtime and makes the process up to two times faster than traditional fixing methods. This quick and easy method of installation prevents surface damage to your James Hardie plank over more traditional installation methods, using a complete system approved by both manufacturers. For more information on James Hardie® and their products, visit https://www.jameshardie.co.uk For further details on the IM45 tool, see our IM45 product page.
Which Paslode Finishing Tool is right for you?
Paslode provide the lightest and best-balanced finishing tools on the market, allowing you to manoeuvre into tight spaces and work fatigue-free for longer. Each tool has been designed with the user in mind, with features including an optimum nose design which allows for an improved line of sight for when accuracy is extra important. In addition, all three tools fire using a low 30 joules of power which provides a flush finish in both soft woods and dense MDF. This reduces material damage, splitting and blowout. Our standards Paslode Lithium battery is compatible with the tools, which provides up to 10,000 shots per single 90-minute charge. So which Paslode finishing tool is the right one for you? Here’s our handy guide to the range. The IM65 Lithium – For Precision Compact, quick and durable, the IM65 finish nailer fires 16 gauge straight brads, available in 16–63mm lengths. It is the perfect choice for a precise performance thanks to the ergonomic design and shorter brad lengths. “The range of brad sizes, depth gauge adjustment and amazing power and efficiency!” @jb_interiors on instagram The biggest bonus of the IM65 tool is that it takes a wider range of brad lengths to suit a variety of applications, making it the perfect all-round finishing tool. Brads come in an electrogalv or stainless steel finish, giving you the option of outdoor use. The IM65A Lithium – For Tight Spaces Designed for working in hard to reach spaces, the IM65A is easy to manoeuvre with an exceptional line of sight, allowing you to see exactly where you are firing. Brads come in lengths 32 – 64mm and are also available in both electrogalv and stainless steel finishes. “Angled guns just make life easier when getting into tight spaces/corners etc” @errioc_carpentryltd on instagram Thanks to its distinctive angled magazine, the IM65A is designed to provide a precise finish when working in corners and tight spaces. Both tools are perfect for Architraves, Skirting boards, Tongue and groove panelling, Door stops, Stair rails, Window casing, Dado rails and Beading The IM50 Lithium – For Intricacy If you are a carpenter or joiner working on secret nailing applications, then the IM50 is the tool for you. The tool comes into its own when a neat finish is a must. Projects like cabinet and furniture work, beading and shopfitting all suit the tool. The 18 gauge brads come in lengths from 16 to 50mm for the finest in fine finishing. “The IM50 has a great fine finish, precise and perfect for when aesthetics matter.” @akafino on instagram The IM50 provides an excellent and discreet finishing, guaranteeing a seamless fix without the extra time and cost of re-touching work. The ‘go-to’ tool for Skirting boards, Cabinet work, Furniture trim, Glazing bead, Exhibition & display work, Shopfitting & remodelling, Beading, Panelling and Secret nailing So, which one is perfect for you? Alongside the tool, we offer a full range of compatible premium brads. Paslode brads are manufactured under strict quality control systems to ensure the highest quality standards are always maintained. With a wide range of lengths and two finishes, you’ll find the perfect fixing for any finishing application. Each finishing tool has it’s own unique, stand-out features, providing you with the perfect partner, whatever your finishing needs. Find out more about the Paslode finishing range by visiting our Finishing Nailers page.