Traders Update

The Timber & Hardware Exchange has recently welcomed quite a few new hardware suppliers and manufacturers to live trading.

Eco-Profil Wood Plastic Composite

Le Messurier (pronounced "Le Measurer") Eco-Profil Wood Plastic Composite (WPC) decking is maintenance-free outdoor solution that dispenses with the need for added treatment.

Hardware Retailers Ask Suppliers to Use GS1 Standards

Australia's hardware retailers and buying group are calling on their suppliers to join in a push for Supply Chain and eCommerce implementations based on GS1 standards.

Important Pacific Exchanger Update

Are you using the latest version of the Pacific Exchanger software? If not, an update to the latest version 2.3.0, is now available for download.

Driving sustainable building in residential sector

The BCA (Building Code of Australia) 2010 proposed guidelines of a minimum six-star energy rating for residential buildings across Australia, is a progressive move in response to the global concern about greenhouse gas emissions and negative impacts on the environment.

Diggers Competition Winner Announced

Diggers, a Recochem brand, recently awarded a national winner for its $5,000 diy renovation.

Can metal lathes be made safe?

ONLINE EXCLUSIVE By Frank Schrever, a member of the AS4024.1 committee.

HBT National Conference in WA with a twist

This year, Hardware & Building Traders extends and open invitation to all independent hardware, building materials and timber retailers in Western Australia.

Not Just For The Handyman

Industrial design students from the University of Technology in Sydney are developing new designs for power tools with the intention of making them more accessible and easier to use.

Retailers Everywhere Face Tough Times

Retailing is never an easy occupation and right now things are tougher than they’ve been in a decade. US correspondent Bob Vereen reports.