As the saying goes, 'slow and steady wins the race,' and taking time to perfect and refine can sometimes lead to incredible outcomes that we may not have thought possible in the first place.
Take J.K. Rowling for example, who took six years to write the first Harry Potter book and 17 years to write the whole collection. Along with a large amount of patience and dedication, great successes were surely achieved.
At Leach’s, we take pride in assembling a wide range of products ourselves, putting in the time and effort to ensure high precision, quality, and durability. Each item is built to meet industry standards while staying budget-friendly, so you can trust you're getting the best without breaking the bank.
We’ve put together a list of the Top 5 Must-Have Scaffolding Supplies that are carefully assembled at Leach’s so you can have peace of mind when searching for a product you need to rely on.
1. Spanner Assembly
For over a century, we've taken pride in supplying and assembling the nation's favourite spanners. In fact, we still carry a version of the original Leach’s spanner, first stocked in our London store back in the early 1900s, proof that quality craftsmanship never goes out of style.
One of our best-selling spanners is the Leach\s 7/16” Long-Life Hex Box Spanner. As it’s machined from a specifically selected hardened and tempered steel, these spanners are given a thicker socket wall, which is what gives them a long lifespan. With a high-quality, nickel-plating finish, you get a choice of handle material, including stainless steel, aircraft alloy, or titanium steel.
This traditional spanner is a favourite amongst scaffolders with 10 handle styles to choose from, including chunky grippa and thin flat.
This spanner includes a hole that allows for the attachment of tool tether, enabling versatility and maintaining the safety of your tool and others around you. What’s more is that this spanner is also available with a Flush Friction Fit Fastener, allowing you to conquer any job.
Click here to view the Leach's 7/16" Long-Life Hex Box Spanner.
2. Tethered Tool Assembly
We have a wide range of tethered tools to help prevent scaffold tools from falling. Objects falling from height is one of the biggest causes of on-site injuries, therefore, adapting a tether onto your tool is one step toward reducing these risks.
According to [1]HSE statistics from a three-year period starting in 2020, 10% of all work-related incidents involving dropped or moving objects were tragically fatal, while 14% resulted in non-fatal injuries. Safety matters more than ever when it comes to preventing these accidents and it’s important to do all we can to decrease these numbers.
We cater to a wide range of tools that are tethered, including Leach’s 5m Magnetic Tape Measure, Stabila Rare Earth Magnetic Boat Level, 7/16” Nailspan Ring Box, and the Magnetic Roofing Pick Hammer.
One of our best-selling Tethered Tools is the 19/21mm Steel Flush Short Podger Ratchet with a Green Deluxe Tether. It is also our most popular ratchet used and loved by fellow scaffolders. This high-quality, reliable tool has suddenly gotten just that little bit safer as it’s now supplied with a green deluxe tether, keeping your tool and the workers around you safe.
Click here to view the 19/21mm Steel Flush Short Podger Ratchet with Green Deluxe Tether.
3. Printed Workwear
We understand that in construction and scaffolding, no two days are the same, and some jobs are last minute. Pair this with the unpredictability of the British weather and it becomes clear that versatility is important when it comes to clothing.
While it’s crucial to be comfortable and look professional during both commercial and domestic jobs, there’s also an advantage in branding your clothing with your company’s unique logo, ensuring you market your services wherever you go.
We have a wide collection of high-quality garments, all specifically designed with work and safety in mind. From our Hi-Vis Polo’s to the BIGBEN ULTRATUFF Premium Hoodie, you can request to have certain clothing items branded so you can make a positive impact on any job.
Have a look at our wide variety of printed workwear that is available: https://shop.leachs.com/search?q=logo
4. Paint Mixing
Scaffold Security Identification Paint, Skip & Container Paint, and Fluorescent Paint, whatever your needs, Leach’s has the perfect solution. Whether you're looking to make a bold statement or boost security, our extensive range of paint colours has you covered, stand out, or stay protected with paints designed to deliver.
The BIGBEN Skip & Container Protection Paint is specially formulated to safeguard your skips, containers, and metal equipment. Choose from a variety of vibrant colors to make a bold statement or customise a shade to perfectly match your brand. Versatile and durable, this paint is ideal for both wood and metal surfaces.
The BIGBEN Scaffold Paint for Security Identification is environmentally friendly and can be applied incredibly quickly with a brush, roller, or our fast-action spray equipment. Need something that dries quickly too? This perfect anti-theft deterrence dries in as little as 20 minutes, and is suitable for use on wood and metal, making it just the thing to mark your scaffold tubes, board, and general plant equipment.
Vibrant, fluorescent colours. Stand out from the crowd with our wide selection of BIGBEN Fluorescent paint. Make a bold brand statement or brighten up your site with this brightly coloured scaffold paint that will truly show off your scaffolds, perfect for use on both wood and metal.
Keep in mind that fluorescent paints can fade under sunlight, so it's essential to seal them with BIGBEN UV Resistant Clear Lacquer once dry. For the best results, we also recommend applying fluorescent paint over BIGBEN White Scaffold Paint, which ensures a stronger bond to the surface than applying it directly to wood or metal. This extra step keeps your colors vibrant and long-lasting.
5. 18mm Certified Polypropylene Rope with 2-tonne Snap Hook
Lifting and hauling equipment on scaffolding is a daily task for any scaffolder, and it requires strong, reliable rope for safe handling.
At Leach’s, we offer an 18mm Certified Polypropylene Rope, complete with a 2-tonne snap hook, customisable to any length to fit your needs, just let us know. Built to withstand tough site conditions, this is the rope you can count on. Please note, that colours may vary.
Click here to view the 18mm Certified Polypropylene Rope complete with a 2-tonne snap hook.