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Our Year in a Nutshell

2016 in a nutshell

Well, where do we start. 2016 has been an extremely busy and an exciting time for Direct2U. The last 12 months have gone in a blink of an eye, so enjoy this post as we look back on this eventful year. This year’s first challenge… We started the year by taking on a new challenge. Many of you had been for product catalogue and unfortunately, we didn’t have anything to hand, being solely a web based company for so many years. But you asked and we listened. We began in the early months to create our first ever Direct2U product… Read more

December 23, 2016 0

What is ESD and How Does it Effect your Workplace?

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What is ESD? Electrostatic discharge; when two objects come into contact creating a release of static energy. Everyday examples include: after tumble drying clothes or walking on a carpet then touching a metal door-handle. For a discharge to occur two material need to rub together to build up the electro static charge. One of the materials is now positively charged and one is now negatively. The positively charge material now holds the electro static charge; when this meets a preferred material, the static is transferred and an ESD event occurs. Why should we prevent an ESD event? The heat from… Read more

December 15, 2016 0

Remember, Remember the 15th December!

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REMEMBER, REMEMBER THE 15TH DECEMBER! Order before 12pm 15th December on items which state 5-day delivery to receive these before Christmas, to avoid any disappointment Showcased below are some of the products you can get in time for Christmas: Wet Area Matting Areas where slipping is a common hazard could benefit from anti slip matting. This product is ideal for changing rooms, poolside safety and factory premises. They are even comfortable to stand on with bare feet. Platform Trucks An essential piece of warehouse equipment for the storage and transportation of bulky goods. Purchasable in many different styles, Direct2U have… Read more

December 14, 2016 0

How to Choose a Scissor Lift Table

How to choose a scissor lift table

Scissor Lift Tables get their name from the shape of the scissor mechanism under the work platform, but the industry term for them is a ‘MEWP’ or Mobile Elevated Work Platform. They are an incredibly versatile tool that can serve in many applications. If you are considering investing in one, it’s worthwhile to look at how this powerful tool can benefit you! So, what is a scissor lift table? Well, you can use it to reach materials or objects at a height or lifting loads and heavy goods. It can help protect your back during the safe movement of bulky… Read more

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