Category: Members Only News

As part of a nationwide marketing campaign, Troy will be promoting all the amazing reasons to shop with our Independent Distributor Members including;

-Access to 400+ suppliers
-Access to 2000+ brands

-INSTORE TECHNICAL PRODUCT KNOWLEDGE
-A PROFESSIONAL TOOL SHOP EXPERIENCE
-FAMILY CULTURE
-PERSONAL TOUCH
-GOING THE EXTRA MILE FOR CUSTOMERS
-ORDERS DEALT WITH SWIFTLY
-POST PURCHASE SUPPORT
– AFTER SALES SERVICE 

All Troy Member Sites have been sent a taster pack (window stickers, trade counter displays, supplier logo leaflets, tote bags, Member Of Troy Digital Badge) as part of the Brand Awareness Programme and #SupportIndependents Campaign Troy is about to embark on in 2021 and beyond.

Members can download their digital Troy Members badge here 

Members can download the A5 leaflets here

The Brand Recognition Programme and #SupportIndependents Campaign will see marketing strategy and tactics taking end users from awareness, to consideration to conversion

– Exeter Chiefs Sponsorship
– Advertising
– Digital and Social
– PR & Influencers
– SEO
– Member locator
– The Trader quarterly magazine
– End User Digital Events
– End User Trade Road Shows
– End User Assets

They say start as you mean to carry on and if that is the case we are in for a very busy year ahead because January has been a big month.

January saw five new Troy suppliers join the platform

Quality Metal Products has established itself as one of the UK’s leading trade-only manufacturers. located in the West Midlands, they design and manufacture an ever expanding range of products which are supplied throughout the UK and Europe.

Specialist Storage Products is a leading stockist and wholesaler of pallet racking, long span shelving and commercial shelving. Based in Stourbridge in the West Midlands we are ideally placed to service our Trade Only customers throughout the UK.

Tools of the Trade is an established, trusted UK distributor. They partner with innovative, trade-quality brands manufacturing hand tools, power tool accessories, tool storage and personal protective equipment.

Tyrolit is positioned as one of the leading manufacturers of bonded grinding, cut-off, sawing, drilling and dressing tools and as a supplier of tool and machine systems for the construction industry.

Weicon has been trading for more than 70 years. Large industries, as well as DIY enthusiasts, have been resorting to the speciality products of this family-owned company – from a wide range of adhesives and sealants to numerous technical sprays, assembly pastes and greases.

If you would like their product data alongside around 70 other Troy suppliers, all categorised and standardised to save you time and money please do drop us an email to info@ez-base.co.uk.

If that wasn’t enough the 2^nd January saw the whole team come in with screwdrivers and allen keys at the ready to help us get set up in our new offices. Being based in the Troy offices up to now has been amazing but every young bird must fly the nest and our time has come, but we didn’t go far.

Moving into Exeter Science Park just down the road has given us the space to focus on the customer service we provide our clients, both suppliers and members, as well as putting in place plans for future growth and exhibitions like Troy Means Business, TMB on March 21.  We welcomed our first visitors on the 3^rd January and we are looking forward to welcoming many more in the coming year, if you are in the area please feel free to drop in for a coffee.

2024 looks like it will be a busy year as we help more members do great business with more suppliers, if you would like an informal chat about your product data or to become a part of the EZ-base platform please just drop us a line.

In response to the large member demand BSIF have arranged a second date for the training course on Import & Export essentials. This will be taking place on 7th December 2021, 10am – 3.30pm, please email BSIF team (enquiries@bsif.co.uk) to register for you or a member of your staff.

Copies of the slides used on the course will be provided to each delegate as a workbook for future reference. The one-day course will take place online and a link will be sent upon registration.

The training course will be delivered by our partners from Strong and Herd Import and Export services. The cost of the training course is £85 +VAT per person. This price has been subsidised by BSIF for BSIF members.  Please register as soon as possible to ensure your participation.

TOPICS COVERED

• THE IMPORT PROCESS: Key points to consider
• IMPORT CLEARANCE: The Customs Declaration, the information required. Payments to HMRC at Import.
• FOCUS ON COMMODITY CODES: The format of the code. The UK Tariff and the requirements of Import Duty / VAT. Product specific examples. An overview of the rules of tariff classification and details of HMRC assistance to enable the trader to classify correctly
• VALUATION OF GOODS: Valuation rules. Why an accurate valuation is important, what needs to be included in the value for duty and VAT payments
• THE EXPORT PROCESS: Your responsibilities, Proof of Export
• GOODS ON THE MOVE: Transport options. Working with Freight Forwarders and Carriers
• INCOTERMS® 2020 RULES: Understanding what Incoterms do and do not do. An overview of each rule. Import and Export considerations
• ORIGIN RULES: Understanding the differences between Non-Preferential and Preferential Origin and their role in trade compliance
• CUSTOMS PROCEDURE CODES (CPC): Why goods are being Exporting or Imported
• DOCUMENTS & RECORD KEEPING: Key documents examined and explained
• WORKING WITH HMRC : Trade Compliance at Export and Import
• TRADING WITH NORTHERN IRELAND: An overview of the regulations

To register for this training course please send an email to enquiries@bsif.co.uk detailing the names and email addresses of those from your company that wish to attend.

‘Black Friday’, well-known as the retail event of the year, is almost here with traders already pushing out their fantastic offers to entice customers into both their physical and online stores.

This promotion can boost your business in a variety of ways…

Strategically discounting choice products can increase footfall and online presence tremendously and boost the prospect of secondary sales by raising awareness of other ranges that are stocked.  So advertise your Black Friday deals today and demonstrate that smaller, independent businesses can compete with larger chains!

Top Tips:

• Be realistic about price, if it is ageing stock that will carry on sitting there taking up space, this might be the right time to drop the price and clear the products.
• Drip feed details of the offers to encourage your customers to keep checking in
• Extend your deals until the following Monday
• Give plenty of notice and market your deals through all channels: online, e-bulletin, in-store
• Offer flexible returns
• Plan your offers in advance, but be prepared to make a change if something else looks a more popular deal.
• Position offers in proximity to ranges that you’d like to push (both online & in-store)
• Reward your loyal customers. Black Friday deals are for all customers, but is there a way you can look back and see if a customer shopped with you in the last year and give them a little something special? 
• Train your staff to talk about the deals and build awareness well in advance.
• Use a range of offers: ‘Get 40% off’, ‘Buy-1-get-1-free’ & ‘Free product with every purchase’

Finally Black Friday and the frenzy around it is not for everyone, and understanding the long-lasting impact of Black Friday is important to make a decision on if it is for you and your business. By participating in Black Friday your customers might hold off buying from your business as they wait for your substantial discounts which could harm cash flow, you could even stand out by refusing to get involved in Black Friday. 

Remember, you don’t need to offer a flat discount on all your stock, a few key products can make a huge difference to your sales. If you feel uncomfortable about the mass consumerism linked to Black Friday, you could consider associating your brand with a good cause and give a portion of the discount to charity.

SurSol® are super proud to announce our new partnership with BBC Children in Need.

25p from every bottle sold will go to the charity, so as well as giving to an amazing cause, you will be keeping you and your family safe!

Together we can!

Philomena McDermott our Business Development Director, who covered the North East & West England, Scotland and Ireland, recently took early retirement to embark on a new phase of her life and enjoy some quality time with her family – sadly for us, left Troy at the end of the year.

Prior to her departure, she left a heart warming message, “I would like to say a big thank you to you all … I feel extremely lucky to have spent my last working years as part of the Troy family. The changes and growth have been remarkable and I shall watch on
as you trailblaze into 2022 and beyond.”

Phil joined us in August 2018 from Monks and Crane where she had been very successful. It was obvious to us from the interview process onwards we had someone very special in our team who could bring experience and insight plus a work ethic that was super productive through attention to detail and organisation. She has always been prepared to go the extra mile for members and suppliers and internally helped us shape our CRM system and also sat on our data governance panel.

“Phil has been a valued member of the team and speaking on behalf of everyone at Troy, we will all miss her very much. I would like you to join us in wishing her a long and happy retirement – knowing Phil as I do she will not be short of things to keep her busy.” Richard Pymm, Sales Director

We will introduce your new contact very soon, but in the meantime, if you have any queries please contact Julie Trower, Member Support Co-ordinator, on Julie.trower@troyuk.co.uk or Richard Pymm, Sales Director.

We’re delighted so have been able to bring to you details of the brand new DeWalt Power Stack Batteries at our LIVE Power Tool Digital Event last week! 

Its incredible technology provides more durability and power, outperforming cylindrical on all performance metrics.  And there’s more! It is 25% more compact than most 18V batteries on the market, 15% lighter and comes with a 3 year guarantee!

This revolutionary battery pack will be a real game-changer in the power tools world and although you won’t be available to sell these to your customers until March next year, you are able to place orders now.

For more information please contact Ian Taylor direct on ian.taylor@sbdinc.com TODAY!

Do you know how secure your business is online?

Well we have come across some fantastic police delivered webinars for you to sign up to, which will give you a better understanding of the importance of cyber security – and great news, they’re absolutely FREE.  While these are primarily targeted at business managers anyone can register, so if you can’t make it, be sure to get one of your employees on board.

Webinar dates:

Tuesday 24^th November – Defending against Phishing

Tuesday 1^st December – A Guide To Ransomware Protection

Tuesday 8^th December – Preventing Online Fraud

Tuesday 15^th December – Video Conferencing Services

To book visit: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/south-west-regional-cyber-crime-unit-swrccu-25352218909

For more information on:

• Cyber Security Small Business Guide gov.uk
• How to improve your cyber security, affordable, practical advice for businesses
• Tips on backing up your data
  Tips on protecting your organisation from malware
• Keeping smartphones and tablets safe
• Avoid Phishing attacks

Visit: https://www.swrocu.police.uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/NCSC_A5_Small_Business_Guide_v3_OCT20.pdf

Following the sad news that Queen Elizabeth II passed away at Balmoral Castle on Thursday 8^th September, the government has announced that next Monday, 19^th September, will be a Bank Holiday to mark the State Funeral.

Out of respect for our late Monarch, the new King Charles III and all of the royal family, both Troy & Trojan Tools will be closed and resume business on Tuesday 20^th September as normal.

Many thanks for your understanding.

TROY LEADERSHIP TEAM

Troy’s new cyber security expert partner, Securious, is dedicated to providing Troy Members with invaluable ongoing advice on a variety of Cyber Security issues. 

Phishing & Spear Phishing is under the spotlight this week, please view the document and video below for important information on how to keep your business safe…

Cyber Security – Is Your Online Business Protected?

Cyber attacks leave businesses vulnerable to data theft and disabled computers, and make them susceptible to subsequent more severe attacks – this can be costly, cause disruption and damage reputations. 

For information on a variety of Cyber Security issues & offers please click below to view the ‘Cyber Security’ page…

Troy’s new cyber security expert partner, Securious, is dedicated to providing Troy Members with invaluable ongoing advice on a variety of Cyber Security issues. 

Ransomware is under the spotlight this week, please view the document and video below for important information on how to keep your business safe…

Cyber Security – Is Your Online Business Protected?

Cyber attacks leave businesses vulnerable to data theft and disabled computers, and make them susceptible to subsequent more severe attacks – this can be costly, cause disruption and damage reputations. 

For information on a variety of Cyber Security issues & offers please click below to view the ‘Cyber Security’ page…

Draper have just launched their new year sale, and there are great offers and prices on all of the products featured in the attached pdf. With deals on hand tool, power tools, automotive and electrical make sure you take advantage of their new year sale before the 28th February 2022.

View all the products on offer here.

Draper’s new national campaign to promote the health and wellbeing benefits of DIY & gardening has already been making headlines in the The Sun, The Daily Mirror and other national media. There are some really fascinating findings – PE with Joe Wicks might be over, but there’s still plenty of ways for the nation to burn calories at home. 

Read the full report here. 

• UK Homeowners burn more than EIGHTY THOUSAND calories a year by gardening and doing DIY 
• During a typical year, house proud Brits will spend 165 hours in total on their home & garden improvements
• 67% of the population said doing a DIY or gardening job well is more satisfying than doing a good job at work
• 73% of homeonwers consider gardening to be a nice way to de-stress and to relax and 47% feel similarly about DIY 

Survey commissioned by Draper Tools, conducted by OnePoll. Sample size: 2,000 UK homeowners. 

About Draper Tools: Draper Tools is a leading distributor of hand and power tools. Established in 1919 by Bert Draper, the company is now more than 100 years old and is still family owned and run today. Draper Tools prides itself on the range, quality and value of its expanding product portfolio which includes over 10,000 quality products. Product categories include automotive, gardening and landscaping, construction, engineering and many more. Draper Tools products are available through a wide range of stockists both online and in stores. For more information, stockist details and trade enquiries visit: www.drapertools.com.   

Thank you to everyone that joined us for the Engineering focussed digital event on Thursday 29^th April, which was a huge success.  Troy’s very own business experts, business partners & ‘hosts with the most’, Richard & Wendy, pulled it out the bag yet again with another fantastic, action packed show.

Miss the show?  No problem!

Visit the ‘Events’ section of the members’ area of the website now, to catch-up on the latest news in the world of Engineering & Cutting Tools.

Featured in the Engineering Digital Event…

• Fantastic Special Offers & Product Demonstrations from Troy’s Engineering & Cutting Tools related suppliers…

• Troy’s Engineering Business Development Director, catches up with Cutting Tools Supplier, Dormer Pramet…
• Troy Group E-commerce Manager, shares top tips on how to get the best from data analytics for your website…
• The Team at Securious offers fast fix solutions on how to transform your cyber security…
• Safestock Solutions – Troy’s industrial vending provider, gives insight into how the Safestock modular systems can provide flexible, VMI solutions…
• Troy’s Purchasing Director at Troy talks Brexit, Stock Shortages & Freight Costs…
• EZ-Base UK Managing Director updates Members on the progress of the EZ-Base product data solution…
• Troy Manufacturing Group Managing Director, presents the manufacturing arm of the Troy Group. Want to know more?  Visit www.troymanufacturinggroup.com to book a site visit today.
• Troy’s Engineering Business Development Director, answers Members’ questions LIVE!

Members – please be sure to join us on Thursday 27^th May for our MRO focused digital event, for more fantastic offers, products & expert insights!

Thank you so much to everyone who joined Richard Pymm, Wendy Perkins and the rest of the Troy team on Tuesday 27^th October for our Member & Supplier October LIVE digital events, that were hosted from a studio in Bristol …

Following the success of our LIVE events in June, we decided to go big with an action-packed Power Tools showcase for Members AND hosted another special Supplier Digital Show to boost our valued Supplier partnerships and get the absolute best products, brands and offers in front of our independent distributors.

We have been bowled over by the kind messages of support – this has been a true demonstration that we really are #strongertogether

Highlights from the Member October Power Tool LIVE Digital Event …

• Bosch Expert new branding showcase & chat
• Draper seasonal promotions, B2B website, live demonstration & chat
• JCB showcase new Power Tools range through Troy
• Makita Power Tools product ranges & training, repair & showroom facilities
• Metabo Garden Specialists Stockist Opportunity and Metabo & HiKoki brand news for 2022
• SB&D introduce industry game-changer brand new ‘Power Stack’ batteries
• Offers, new technology & more

And that’s not all!  There was …

• A chat with Keira Parks, Marketing Manager, talking through the #SupportIndependents campaign, a new opportunity with our Dual Branding Programme and what’s new for 2022
• A discussion with our ‘Power Tool Expert Panel’ with Mark Batchelor from Makita, Matt Sheen from Metabo, Ian Taylor from Dewalt, Richard Pymm & Jim Chadwick from Troy
• A feature on ‘Sustainability in Industry’
• A welcome to your extended team through Troy covering IT, Purchasing, Marketing, Product Data & More
• Update on the E-Z Base Product Data Solution – Loads more suppliers now on-board!
• Our count down on the road to TMB in March 2022 – All the usual fantastic suppliers & new suppliers galore!!

Members – did you miss it? No problem, click here to watch the October Power Tool Digital Event now! As always, if you would like to discuss any aspect of the Member events, please speak with your designated Business Development Manager.

AND THANKS TO OUR SUPPLIERS TOO!

Our Highlights from the Supplier LIVE Digital Event …

• Jim Chadwick, Purchasing Director at Troy talked supply, end-user events, TMB & More
• Our PPE Team showcased the PPE Hero Campaign
• A welcome to your extended team through Troy
• A conversation around the industry’s Trading Calendar
• A Tour of the Trojan Tools Website
• A Fantastic Competition & more

Members take advantage of this fantastic opportunity – Buy 30 pairs of RED LION shoes and become an official RedLion Point!!!

Benefits …

• A dedicated product display
• Goodies, 10 pairs of U-power branded shades
• Enhanced visibility of your shop on our official website
• Service priority

U-Power has an exciting marketing program (including TV, digital, magazine, radio…) so join in the RedLion Point circuit and maximize your sales opportunities!

Want to know more?  Email luke.armstrong@u-power.it TODAY!

In the wake of the COVID 19 crisis, NatWest are providing their entire online portal, for free. And you don’t have to bank with NatWest to take advantage of this. 

• Free webinars
  Next webinar titled ‘Adapting to the New Now‘ Friday 14th August at 12noon covering;
  – restructuring your business
  – getting your business into better shape for the challenges ahead
  – remaining complaint through an ever changing world 
  Register for webinar here. 

• An extensive library of free templates including policies, checklists, guidelines, posters and letters to support in protecting your people and your business during the Corona Virus Outbreak and it’s repercussions. 
• Detailed FAQ’s and policies on SSP, holidays and working from home
• HR management tools
  

How to register – register for this free resource to access all of the above, just follow the link and enter your details. 

More about NatWest Mentor
NatWest Mentor is one of the UK’s leading HR, Employment Law, Health & Safety and Environmental consultancy services. Providing support and guidance that helps business customers stay on top of legal and regulatory changes, maintain compliance and reduce risk while creating a safe, professional and sustainable work environment. 

Please note Mentor Live does not include access to any eLearning modules in Mentor Learn – which is available as a stand alone product or complimentary with any Natwest subscription services. 

Further information on Troy’s recommended HR services can be found here

GESIPA UK are excited to announce the launch of GESIPA Live 2021 – a ten day virtual exhibition held between the 15^th and 26^th March 2021.

As part of our 50^th year in the UK celebrations, we have decided to replicate the traditional aspects of an exhibition and open our virtual doors to host our first ever virtual exhibition.

Over the ten days, we will be showcasing the latest in GESIPA technologies via a demo room tour, offering free 1 to 1 live tool training sessions, multiple giveaways and extending our Buy 5 Get 1 Free on the AccuBird for Troy and THS members.

The GESIPA AccuBird has been the riveting tool of choice since 1992 – The wireless tool for versatile application in assembly areas and industrial manufacturing. Immediately after mandrel break-off, the auto-reverse function stops the pulling process and moves the jaw assembly back into the initial position. This reduces wear, saves time and energy while making sure the tool is immediately ready for use.

This is an offer and an event not to be missed!

To sign up for your free ticket, please visit www.gesipalive.co.uk/troyths

The team here at Troy has been overwhelmed from the fantastic response to our June LIVE digital events which were hosted from our studio in Bristol on Tuesday 22^nd June …

Not only did we present a member event, which went down a treat, we also hosted a special supplier focussed event so that we can work even closer with our supply chain to get the absolute best products, brands and offers in front of you in up-and-coming digital shows and campaigns.

Thank you to everyone who joined us on the day, we have been blown away by your kind messages of support! #strongertogether

Highlights from the June LIVE Digital Event …

Brad Sugars, #1 Business Coach

Insights into how you can increase profit from repeat business, explains how Customer Relationship Management (CRM) system is a must for business CRMs monitor loyalty, time delivery & customer service and assist in target marketing too …

“Relationships x results = retention … If you don’t look after your loyal customers, someone else will” Brad Sugars

A Sneak Peek Into The New Member Dashboard

This fantastic digital tool gives an instant overview of purchasing, rebate details, quantities, value & more.  Access can be gained via request through your Business Development Manager.

And much more including:

• Chris Ridgeons talks Toolbank’s “Real Deals For You” with £13M of stock available!
• Competition with an incredible prize from JCB
• Elle Clark showcases JSP’s Digi-Hub – Get PPE experts at your fingertips
• Fantastic offers, products & insights from Stanley Black & Decker, Makita, Toolbank & More
• Gareth Thomas talks everything EZ-Base, Data Product Solution (See below for more info)
• Insights from Troy’s very own Sales Panel with Special Guests Optix, Draper & Toolbank
• Keeping our finger on the pulse of our industry with our Young Professionals Panel
• Keira Parks, Marketing Manager at Troy talks #SupportIndependents campaign & Brand Recognition Programme (See below for more info)

Missed it? No problem, click here to watch the June Digital Event

We’re quickly approaching this months member exclusive Troy Connect Digital Event where we will be focusing our attention on all things hardware, fixings, adhesives and sealants. 

Featuring in this months show there is a great selection of promotions and offers ranging from 10% off all the way to 65% off from a great selection of suppliers including Everbuild, Jeaton and Godiva.

Alongside this our very own Richard Pymm chats with Ian Doherty, MD at Hextone about the ‘state of the trade’ and we’ll have a whole host of samples in the studio. Securious will be providing us with their Industry 4.0 tips.

We look forward to seeing our members there on Tuesday the 24th August and if you haven’t registered yet please follow the link below to get signed up:

Register here for our August Digital Event.

A message from H&C …

TROY and Harrison & Clough Ltd (H&C) Working Together – New 60-day terms & Improved minimum order daily consignment.

Troy and its members are important customers to H&C, and we are very happy to be a trusted supplier of Fasteners and Fixings to the group, and therefore delighted to make the following announcement to all members:

• Extended payment terms to 60days EOM, and Confirmation of our £55 daily consignment facility.
• The improved payment terms are effective from 1st September 2022
• H&C is unique in its application of its FREE DELIVERY terms.
• H&C do not operate a minimum order value, but instead a minimum DAILY CONSIGNMENT VALUE.
• The current minimum daily consignment threshold is a very reasonable £55. This means any Troy member can place as many orders as they please in a day, and if the cumulative total of all orders reaches £55 the consignment will be shipped FREE OF CHARGE.
• Consignments below £55 will incur a “value for money” carriage charge of £4.95… its much easier to meet the value, especially if you consider our ranges of PTA & Tools when ordering your Fasteners and Fixings!

“With over 10,000 enquiry lines per month from Troy customers, it makes perfect sense to reinforce the importance of our partnership by extending our terms and ensuring ordering is easy with a low consignment value. Link these benefits to; very competitive pricing, superb stock levels, a dedicated sales team and a launch of a new website (www.harclob2b.com), the support on offer truly is market leading!” says new Business Development Director, Mark Dorrington.

Mark has recently re-joined the business in a role specifically created to drive further value and support to customers.

H&C New website information and benefits – contact us for login details! www.harclob2b.com

HARCLO B2B FEATURES

• Live bespoke pricing – Pricing consistency between B2B and the sales off­ice

• Live stock position – Real-time data feed from the warehouse – In stock, low stock or out of stock notification

• Enhanced product search – Search by product code, standard, or size – Use the navigation bar to journey through our category tree – NEW faceted search allows you to narrow down categories by applying multiple filters

• Multiple ways of adding product to your basket – Add to basket – The traditional way of adding from the product page – Quick basket – Search by product code or description within the shopping basket – Shopping basket upload – Import products from a csv file to add products in bulk

• My account – View orders and invoices online – An order template can be created for frequently ordered items

HMRC have released a series of frequently asked questions relating to trading with Europe post Brexit.

Now that the Brexit transition period has ended, all businesses that move goods between Great Britain and countries in the EU, or under the Northern Ireland Protocol, must follow new customs and tax rules since 1 January 2021.

These Q&As can be accessed by clicking the link below:
HMRC Q&As

If you move goods to Northern Ireland additional information has been provided relating to the changes to the way goods move between Great Britain and Northern Ireland.

This information can be found through the link below:
Northern Ireland additional information

Read on for Troy’s in-house Digital Marketing expert David’s top marketing tips to leveraging your USPs* as a local independent business. (*A unique selling proposition defines your company’s unique position in the market place).

How can I get an edge on the big corporates with my digital marketing?

1. Creating locally focused content is an excellent way to both increase your visibility to prospective customers and establish your business as a trusted voice in the community.
   

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2. Appeal to your ideal customer who appreciates the product knowledge, flexibility and customer service that a big corporate just cannot give. Appeal to their sense of community and loyalty through your locally focused and community centric content.
   

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3. Theme blog posts, case studies, social media activity and competitions around your USPs as an independent business such as;
   – Your Unrivalled Instore Technical Product Knowledge.
   – Awarding Your Staff For Best Customer Service Experience Or Personal Touch.
   – Your Professional Tool Shop Experience.
   – Family Culture, History and Heritage.
   

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4. Ask customers to write good online reviews for Google My Business and make it easy for them to do so.
   

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5. A social media presence makes it easier for both existing and potential customers to find and connect with your brand. Social platforms are also a great place to tell your brand’s story and help people get a better feel for what your business is all about.
   

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By leveraging the fact you’re a local!
#SupportIndependents

The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has written to fabricated metal businesses across GB to check that they are managing the risks of welding fumes and metalworking fluids.

The Health and Safety Executive has written to fabrication metal businesses across Great Britain to check that they are managing the possible risks associated with welding fumes and metalworking fluids – this is aimed at minimising and managing the risks of respiratory diseases amongst workers.

The HSE are planning to visit all the main metal fabrication businesses between May and September 2021 to ensure compliance of the 2019 Weld Fume Reclassification.

So, what can you do to prepare for these inspections? 

Before the fabricated metal inspections takes place, HSE will provide you access to various resources to help manage potential risks and help business owners prepare for an inspection. These campaigns provide you with information on health risks related to wielding fumes which can cause cancer and metalworking fluids which can lead to occupational asthma. 

You can head to the HSE website below to find out more information today!

JSP are hosting a ‘Troy Member meet the manufatcurer day’ in July at their factory in Worsham. 

On Tuesday 21st June 2022 members who attend will get a factory tour as well as hearing about their product innovation.

Please be aware that each individual attending will need to sign up.

Sign up below by using the password ‘TROY’

Sign up here.

Data security is of paramount importance to us at Troy, and is always top of mind with our data governance and data experts, who are busy developing solutions to support members in making data driven decisions. 

With that in mind, let’s take a look at new technology from troy, destined to provide you with greater insights into your spending.

The technology is called a ‘dashboard’ – this is a first sneak peak of something we are very excited about and we will be working closely with the Troy membership to understand requirements as ultimately these will be your dashboards so we very much value your input.

This is very much the start not the end of member dashboard development, meaning we wont be rolling this out automatically, we ask members to work with your Troy BDMs to request access to your dashboard and develop your dashboard together. 

What is a dashboard?

A dashboard is a series of visuals such a bar chart or a pie chart – The Member Dashboard is there to help you see your spend, products, invoices, list of suppliers you purchase from, and further purchasing insights. It can further help you with seeing the value of your purchases and the quantities of your product purchases. It’s going to be a great asset to your business operations..

Speak with your Troy Business Development Manager today about access to your dashboard.

Wow what an offer!  Be sure your customers know about the fantastic £30 cashback promotion from DeWalt.  When they buy any two qualifying bare 18V XR Brushless Tools in one transaction between 1st November & 31st December they can claim £30 straight back into their bank accounts *Terms & Conditions Apply … full details here https://www.dewalt.co.uk/cashback

This months MRO, Hygiene & Janitorial show has been rescheduled to Thursday the 21st July. 10:30am – 11:30am.

Expect spectacular offers and promotions from your favourite Troy Suppliers …

• Innovation and developments in Troy’s MRO, Hygiene and Janitorial supply chain
• Watch Bott factory tour and find out about their sustainability and automation
• Makita share their new outdoor cleaning products LIVE with Cleaning Division Manager Andrew Farrell
• Traffi Glove with their certified emissions reduction process from cradle to gate
• Blue Diamond with essential matting solutions
• Cleenol and their new eco friendly products LIVE
• New bite size videos in the Troy Knowledge Hub from your extended team
• Search for Suppliers by ISO14001 Sustainability accreditation
• Trend with their Sanders and Accessories
• Harrison and Clough, Davis and Moore, Harris, Arrow Solutions and Orkla and more
• PLUS win sustainability gifts, a professional knife set and holesaw kit from Starrett!

Register Now! Miss it, Miss out ….

Dear Buckbootz Dealer/Merchant Buyer, 
 
This is to advise you that our UK sales regions’ boundaries will alter with effect from 01 November 2022.

The map showing all counties and personnel involved is shown above [in the profile] and on page 39 of the Autumn/Winter 2022/23 Buckbootz brochure which will be with you in a few days.

With the exception of Powys in Wales which divides at a line immediately south of Newtown, the counties involved in these change are complete counties.

Greater London divides North (David Healey) / South (Mike Galloway) of the Thames.

Please contact the Buckbootz sales office at 01382 82 82 00 or info@buckbootz.com if you have any questions regarding the changes.
 
We look forward to being in contact with all dealers in our network shortly.
 
Alan Paton 
UK Sales Manager  
Buckler Boots Ltd

We’re almost there…the brand new and improved myTroy portal will provide details of new product launches, the latest supplier marketing and promotions and give you access to key features such as the purchasing and knowledge hubs, accessible from any device. We’re working hard to implement the finishing touches, look out for further information in the coming weeks!

We are delighted to announce that we have recorded the first of our PPE training videos which are fabulous!  This is part of a full package of head-to-toe PPE training which we hope to have available to all Troy member by April.

We have described these as “bite size” training sessions broken down into short 10-15 minute videos. Members that we have mentioned this to have all stated that this will be a really useful tool which will hopefully fit into their busy working schedules.

Members! Have you sorted your Black Friday Deals for 26th November 2021?  Make the most of our Troy Member special offers from our incredible suppliers & brands; and draw in as many customers as possible on the biggest shopping day of the year!  Whether you’re showcasing your promotions on the web or in-store, this is your last chance to get products in-stock, on time and ready for selling – so head on over to the special offers section of the Troy Website now.  AND REMEMBER these deals are being added all the time, so keep checking … MISS IT, MISS OUT!