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Anti-Fatigue Matting and the Benefits

Anti-Fatigue Matting - the Benefits

What are Anti-fatigue mats? An ergonomic mat which has been designed to take the strain of standing on a hard surface for a long time. As well as reducing the fatigue it causes. Standing or walking on hard surfaces for extended period of time can be quite tiring due to the impact on your feet and legs. Standing in the same place is even worse as it creates pressure points and can reduce circulation in the lower half of your body. An Anti-fatigue mat come in many different materials such as: Vinyl Rubber Foam Gel Different degrees of thicknesses to the mat allows… Read more

August 11, 2016 0

Working at Height

Working at Height

According to official HSE statistics in 2013/14 falls from height were the most common cause of fatalities in the UK. Accounting for 29% of fatal injuries to workers (RIDDOR). Since the introduction of the Working at Height Regulations in 2005, the number of major injuries has reduced year by year. In 2013/14 injuries from falls were 5% lower than 2012/13. Injuries from falls have slowly decreased over the years. However fatalities from falls from height have remained steady. In 2013/14 the percentage of fatal injuries occurred from falls at height didn’t decrease. Falls from height occur in most industries and sectors. In 2013/14 about half of all fatal… Read more

August 2, 2016 3

Bundle Deals: New TUFF Shelving

TUFF Shelving Bundle Deals

At Direct2U, we’ve recently launched some new shelving products and our Bundle Deals are definitely the Star Buys among them. We offer four kits composed of multiples bays and workbenches for you to build practical and versatile storage systems. Whether it’s for domestic use, a garage or a storeroom, your TUFF Shelving will suit all these applications. And you don’t have to spend exorbitant amounts of money to make it possible! If you require a lot of storage space but the budget is at stake, look no further. Our Bundle Deals consisting of several shelving units each are an ideal… Read more

June 28, 2016 0

EXPRESSO Sack Trucks Range

Expresso Sack Truck in Use

Broken wheels, uncomfortable handles, heavyweight impractical constructions made of clunky steel…Sounds familiar? Latest HSE statistics show that inappropriate carrying and lifting of heavy loads brings about up to 30% of all workplace injuries. These include repetitive strain injuries that cause pain in muscles and nerves and lead, in turn, to various diseases and disorders. Prevention is better than cure. So at Direct2U we’re working hard to supply only high-quality, reliable sack trucks that enable safe handling of heavy and bulky items in your workplace. This is why we’ve recently enriched our Trucks & Trolleys Range with some Brand New EXPRESSO… Read more

June 22, 2016 1