Vermont Sales has launched Alpen and Maykestag in South Africa, unveiling Alpen’s next‑gen Metal Head drill bit with PEC Technology alongside Maykestag industrial cutting tools. See highlights from Midrand and Cape Town: live demos, hands‑on testing, Austrian experts, dealer networking, co‑branding, and competitions.
At Retail Summit 2026, Nedbank economist Nicky Weimar unpacks the macro forces reshaping South Africa’s retail: slowing consumer spend, sticky inflation and high rates, fuel volatility, and a steadier rand with easing food prices. See the key risks and opportunities ahead—and how retailers can respond.
Kwikot, now part of Haier Air & Water Solutions, has entered South Africa’s HVAC market with a full residential and commercial range—air‑conditioning, heating, ventilation, heat pumps and water purification—backed by local warehousing, training and service, plus trade incentives. Explore Free Match solar AC and KwikCool AI radar tech.
Skebet Hardware has opened a dedicated INGCO concept store at Platinum Square Mall, Rustenburg—launched with 200+ shoppers, exclusive opening specials, and live tool demos. Explore how the new store, plus the in‑store debut of Ricota premium tools from Skillcraft Agencies, levels up DIY and pro trade shopping.
Power Fest 2026 united Power Build members and leading suppliers at Emerald Resort & Casino for hands‑on demos, standout showcases, and a high‑energy awards night—proving we are different by design. Discover the latest tools, retail wins, and how the TradeBuild acquisition fuels growth and innovation.
Dulux names Soulful Sage™—a soft, silvery green—the Colour of the Year 2027, bringing calm, versatility and uplifting energy to homes, hospitality and commercial spaces. Discover the AkzoNobel ColourFutures™ insights and three curated palettes—Glow, Light and Lift—to style serene, inviting or energised schemes.
Meet Ricota, Skillcraft Agencies’ premium power tool range built for contractors, trades and serious DIYers. Engineered for high performance and durability—with high‑efficiency motors, rugged builds, ergonomic grip and higher duty cycles—Ricota completes the good‑better‑best lineup with bold in‑store impact and higher basket value.
Excelsior Paints launches the Trade Decorators Range—affordable, professional coatings for SA projects—with a full system from primers to finishes. Discover Ceilings & Walls Matt, Washable Satin, Hi‑Hiding and Roof Acrylics, Exterior Fine Texture, plus Formula 74, Universal Undercoat and Alkali‑Resistant Primers.
Promac Paints’ 2026 Golf Day teed off at Silver Lakes, uniting suppliers, retailers, exhibitors and staff for a full‑capacity day of premium hospitality and purposeful networking. From Glenlivet tastings and a R100,000 hole‑in‑one to live music, four‑ball camaraderie and bold Rubber Duck branding, see who won—and why it mattered.
Essential Hardware Group’s Supplier Awards at Nasrec celebrated top performers and long-standing partners, unveiled live digital rebate monitoring and AI-driven marketing tools, and marked founder Leon Jackson’s 80th. Explore award highlights and Essential Trade Day with 100+ exhibitors and big takeaways.
