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17th July: New Two 5pc Centrotec Drill Bit guides and Countersink sets

Two new 5 Piece sets of Drill Bit Guides and Countersink Bits are now available for Festool end users.


These two sets have Centrotec chuck compatible shanks for a direct fit, allowing fast interchanges between bits.

The SNAP/F/DBG/SET five piece set has three countersinks in no8, no10 and no12 sizes with matched pilot drills for clean and consistent countersinks.
The set is complimented by two spring loaded drill guides in no8 and no10 configurations to ensure perfectly aligned and central pilot holes when fitting hinges and other fittings and hardware.

The SNAP/F/CS/SET set is perfect for general countersinking and screwdriving applications, the five piece set comprises a set of four countersink cutters to cover no6, no8, no10 and no12 screws with corresponding drill sizes to make the pilot holes.
It comes with a magnetic bit holder and no2 Pozidriv bit.

The countersinks are made from tool steel with HSS pilot drills making them suitable for use in timber and wood based derivatives.
Each drill can also be adjusted for length to suit the length of screw or the material thickness.
The countersinks can also drill deeper for counterbore work to allow plugs to be used.


17th July: New Two 5pc Trend Snappy Wood Twist Drill Set

Set of five premium quality drills for metal, wood and plastics has been introduced to the extensive and popular Trend Snappy range.


The set comprises 3mm, 4mm, 5mm,6mm and 8mm drills, each with a Trend Snappy quick change shank.

Each drill is manufactured from a single piece of High Speed Steel with the shanks hardened to 57-61 HRC for maximum strength and durability and have specially ground flutes for fast, clean and true drilling in a multitude of materials including mild steel, alloyed steel, non-ferrous metals, plastics and wood.

The stubby design ranges from 60 to 70mm overall length which makes them ideal for pilot and clearance holes for screws or working in tight spots as well as general drilling duties.
They are supplied in a plastic storage case and are suitable for use in both drills and impact drivers.

For full details or to find your nearest stockist, visit the SNAP/MTD1/SET product page or view our full range of Trend Snappy Products 


13th July: New 5pc Trend Snappy Metal Twist Drill Set

Two new 5 Piece sets of Drill Bit Guides and Countersink Bits are now available for Festool end users.


These two sets have Centrotec chuck compatible shanks for a direct fit, allowing fast interchanges between bits.

The SNAP/F/DBG/SET five piece set has three countersinks in no8, no10 and no12 sizes with matched pilot drills for clean and consistent countersinks.
The set is complimented by two spring loaded drill guides in no8 and no10 configurations to ensure perfectly aligned and central pilot holes when fitting hinges and other fittings and hardware.

The SNAP/F/CS/SET set is perfect for general countersinking and screwdriving applications, the five piece set comprises a set of four countersink cutters to cover no6, no8, no10 and no12 screws with corresponding drill sizes to make the pilot holes.
It comes with a magnetic bit holder and no2 Pozidriv bit.

The countersinks are made from tool steel with HSS pilot drills making them suitable for use in timber and wood based derivatives.
Each drill can also be adjusted for length to suit the length of screw or the material thickness.
The countersinks can also drill deeper for counterbore work to allow plugs to be used.


13th July: New Combination Router Base Mortise Fluting Jig

A new addition to the popular multi-function Combination Router Base (CRB) to further expand its capabilities.


The new Fluting and Morticing Jig fits onto the CRB baseplate and has twin fences to fully support the router on narrower material to allow the CRB to make controllable and repeatable cuts without deviating.
Widths from 12mm to 177mm can be fitted between the fence jaw facings.

The new Morticing and Fluting Jig is ideal for many applications including decorative fluting, routing for intumescent strips on fire doors, sliding dovetail cuts for breadboard ends and is perfect for general morticing and any work where the router needs to be positioned with accuracy and stability on an edge.

For more details or to find your nearest stockist, visit the Mortise and Fluting Jig product page.


23rd June: New range of high power LED Torches launched

We've launched a brand new range of High powered, premium LED torches.

The torches have been designed to be powerful, utilising the latest in LED technology to provide excellent light output whilst maintaining strong battery performance. Within the range there are a range of torch styles to fit your needs, boasting a variety of helpful and functional features from; head mounted, waterproof or magnetic designs to USB rechargeable and SOS functions.

To view the new range of Trend torches, click here


29th May: Drainer Groove Pro Jig launched

The new Drainer Groove Jig increases the range of jigs available to the trade and now allows solid wood and solid surface worktops to have a range of different draining groove designs let into the surface for added diversity and bespoke options.

The 12mm thick high-pressure laminate jig comprises an outer frame with a drop in internal sliding router carriage that offers 'X,Y' movement to allow the router to travel freely and can also be locked to any position for specific groove positions. Along with a series of length stop positions on the outer frame, it also allows the groove length to be altered to suit shorter worktops or to introduce your own designs. A built-in fall on the jig sets a suitable taper into any grooves to allow water to drain freely and with the free movement the internal frame allows, recesses can easily be made into the surface to give a flat area with the same fall that can then be used with or without additional grooving.

The DG PRO jig also has a range of five templates available with three fan designs: Curved, Straight and Lightning plus a standard parallel groove and a Hot Rod options. These templates drop into the outer frame with a fool proof locator design and have adjustments to eliminate any movement between the template and frame during the cutting operation.

The jig is used with a 1/2" shank plunge router fitted with a 30mm guidebush (20mm guidebush for the Lightning Fan Template) and suitable cutters.


20th April: New Euro Cylinder Lock Barrel Jig

Our range of routing Jigs allow for a specific task to be repeated countless times, quickly, efficiently and with consistent accuracy and quality.It's with great pleasure that we can announce that this family of products has a new member; the Euro Cylinder Lock Jig.


This ergonomic and simple to use jig allows for the recess for a Euro Lock Cylinder barrel to be routed out effortlessly. Made from premium high pressure, 12mm thick laminate; this jig is built to last.

Product Features:

  • Routs out recess to suit Euro lock cylinder barrel size 33mm x 17mm/10mm.
  • Sliding plate allows handle pitch to lock body adjustment from 45mm to 115mm.
    44mm and 57mm backset.
  • Jig is designed to give a 1mm clearance around the barrel.
  • Allows 16mm diameter hole for handle spindle to be routed.
  • Holes for use with 2.75mm diameter Trend Snappy drill bit guide for marking handle lock plate at 40mm centres.
  • Made from 12mm thick High Pressure Laminate for longer life.
  • Long rotating edge stops for use with 44mm doors with leading edge.
    Reversible design.
  • Includes spacer pack to allow for slightly deeper backset.
  • Accessory sliding plates available for small oval and large oval cylinder locks.
  • Requires plunge router, 12mm diameter cutter and 20mm diameter guide bush.
  • Cylinder not included.

For full details or to find your nearest Trend Stockist search for ECL/JIG or click here


16th January: New Trend Snappy Micro Bit holders

The latest addition to our ever-popular Trend Snappy range, sees the introduction of two new screwdriver bit holders.


Both have sleeve style spring loaded chucks to retain the bits securely in use along with 3900-4000 Gauss magnets to hold the screws on the bit.
The Micro-Bit Holders are designed to take standard 25mm hex shank bits which are easily swapped by pulling back on the sleeve to release them.
Two lengths are available, a standard 66mm and an extra long 150mm for hard to reach screws.

At only 10.7mm diameter, these new holders are especially suited for gaining access into tighter spots and with the quick chuck shank, they are designed to be used in both drill drivers and impact drivers and have a torque rating of 50Nm.

Made from chrome vanadium and stainless steel, they´re durable and affordable and will easily become an ideal and essential part of your everyday tool kit.


15th January: NVRS/2 Safety Notice

STOP USING YOUR SWITCH IMMEDIATELY AND DISCONNECT IT FROM THE MAINS

 

Which products are affected?

NVRS/2/240V
240V (UK plug)- Barcode 5027654552599
Sold from 1 January 2016 to 15 December 2017, date code 2016 or 2017

CRT/MK3
240V (UK plug) - Barcode 5027654552360
Sold from 1 January 2016 to 15 December 2017, date code 2016 or 2017

WRT
240V (UK plug)- Barcode 5027654056523
Sold between 1 May 2017 to 15 December 2017, date code 2017

Switches/router tables with a blue or green dot on the rating plate or carton are not affected.

 

What is the problem?

This wiring defect concerns the mains plug, which has been wired reversed L/N polarity. There could be a risk of electric shock if there was a short circuit in the product connected to it. There have also been some instances of the socket reversed L/N which could have a similar risk.

 

What should you do next?

Please call Trend Customer Services on 01923 249911 who can advise you of the check that is required. The switch can be be returned to your dealer or to Trend, where it will be checked, reworked if applicable and will then be returned to you or if necessary exchanged free of charge.

Thank you for your co-operation and please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused.

Recall number: No. PN7, PN7A, PN7B
Notice issued: 15th January 2018

 

Trend Machinery & Cutting Tools Ltd.
Odhams Trading Estate, St Albans Road,
Watford WD24 7TR
England

Customer Service 01923 249911
www.trend-uk.com