The fencing industry lost one of its favourite sons recently with the sad passing of Midlands-based contractor Richard Foxley. Son Jacob commented: “My Dad started fencing aged 16 in 1983 and worked up until 2022 after setting up his own business. He loved the challenges presented by a working life in fencing and had almost […]Read More
The 50th anniversary of APF 2026 is shaping up to be a record event. The UK’s largest event for the fencing, woodland and arboricultural industries is taking place at Ragley Estate on the 24/25/26th September 2026 with over 300 exhibitors and 25,000 visitors expected to attend. With still four months to go, the 2,000m demonstration […]Read More
The recent decision by the UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) to renew the approval of creosote for a further seven years marks a pivotal moment for the fencing sector. At a time when material costs, sustainability demands and performance expectations are all under increasing scrutiny, this renewal provides much-needed certainty for manufacturers, contractors and […]Read More
Expanding its offering of tools for fixing and fastening, Makita has launched a new impact driver, the most powerful in its XGT line-up. The TD004G 40VMax XGT Brushless Impact Driver has been designed for superior performance for a range of applications, including heavy duty tasks. Powered by Makita’s 40VMax XGT Li-Ion battery, the TD004G offers […]Read More
Louise stumbles across some previously unknown weird yet wonderful specimens… Here are a handful of plants that have caught my attention over the past few months. You’ll know if you’ve ever read any of my previous articles, that I don’t profess to be any kind of expert, but rather an enthusiastic amateur. I’ve been growing […]Read More
Makita has launched the new JR003GZ 40VMax Reciprocating Saw XGT®. Equipped with a newly engineered chain vice to securely fix the workpiece, the tool enhances stability, safety and helps to improve accuracy in the cut. Powered by a 40VMax Li-ion battery, it delivers just the right combination of power and durability, making it the ideal […]Read More
STEVE YOUNG We caught up with Steve Young, Chairman of The Wood Protection Association Ltd, to ask him a few questions. Where are you from originally? Education? I’m a Yorkshireman, born and bred – raised in a village on the outskirts of Leeds – attended Castleford Technical High School, Chelsea School of Art and Leeds […]Read More
LAMBING OVER, BACK TO THE FENCE LINE! Welcome back once again to my latest tales and adventures as a fencing contractor and crofter in the far northern Highlands of Scotland. The year is flying by! Following on from my last column in the April & May issue, I was getting tidied up on the fence […]Read More
Following the closure of ArcelorMittal Sheffield in July last year, Mole Valley Farmers has worked closely with the ArcelorMittal Group to successfully reintroduce the Estate®WIRE and 2Life® brands to the UK market. Mole Valley Farmers has enjoyed a strong partnership with ArcelorMittal for over a decade. The company’s commitment to high-quality manufacturing and excellent service […]Read More
A&J Scott, one of the UK’s leading homegrown sawmills, is delighted to announce that Gavin Cruickshank has joined the business, bringing with him more than 30 years of international sawmilling and timber industry experience. Gavin will join the Mill 10 project management team, supporting the development of the company’s most significant investment for the future. […]Read More
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