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The best tools for summer time

It’s the best time of year to be out and about and the busy season for construction. But what are the best tools you can use for summer days? We’ve picked out some Hilti products that will get your site summer-ready!

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Have you done everything you need to before summer?

When summer is imminent it means we’re about to enter the busiest part of the year for construction companies. It’s also a time that brings unique challenges, so it’s vital for businesses to plan ahead and get everything in order before summer arrives.

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The top 5 pain points in construction & how to solve them

The construction industry has faced challenges in recent years that have caused problems for firms up and down the supply chain. Let's discover these challenges together and find the appropriate solutions.

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How to maintain your drill bits

We love helping trade professionals on site. That’s why we want to share these tips on drill bits! If you choose the right drill bits and look after them properly, they will work for longer, save you money and increase your efficiency on the job site.

Man using Hilti's spec2site solution in a construction site area.

SPEC2SITE: The full story

SPEC2SITE is a new proposition which captures our full offering from specification design to job site installation. We believe we can be our customers’ best partner across their workflow, but in the past we haven't had a simple way to communicate everything we can offer.

3D model of engineering plan and Hilti PROFIS technology.

New PROFIS features to boost productivity

If you are using our anchor design software, you can benefit from 2 new features that are now available in the premium version: Smart Design [Auto] and Checkbot.

Man and a woman discussing Hilti BX4 power tool on construction site.

How to request a tool demo from Hilti

When you’re considering tools from a company that prides itself on such a high level of quality and innovation, it’s worth getting up close before you buy – to see them in action, feel the difference in your hands and learn how they can be used on the job site.

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Alternative tools for metal cutting

The angle grinder is the standard tool for cutting metal on the jobsite. However, while it may be the default tool for many workers, it’s far from the only tool available for metal cutting on site. In some cases, alternative tools can be cheaper or get the job done more quickly, offering clear efficiency, cost and productivity benefits.

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3 ways to reduce tool theft

Research shows that 63% of thefts occurs on site, followed by 37% from vehicles. The crime can’t be completely eliminated, but there are a number of ways you can reduce the risk of it happening and even soften the impact with Hilti.

Group of construction workers in high visibility vests having a briefing inside of a warehouse.

Health and Safety Best Practices

An ambitious new government target of at least 370,000 new homes per year is adding to a predicted upturn for the industry as a whole. Investing in health and safety on site is a key way to increase efficiency on the job site and ensure success in 2025.

Man in safety gloves using red Hilti angle grinder, cutting metal rebar. Sparks are in the air.

Angle Grinder Safety

As one of the most popular tools on the jobsite, angle grinders can pose a risk when not used correctly.

Red Hilti Power Tool maintenance - Hilti red power tool is divided into 5 pieces and ready for maintenance.

How to extend the life of your tools

With the Building Cost Information Service forecasting building costs increasing 15% in the next five years, measures that can help cost control are essential for any contractor. One of the simplest and most effective strategies is to prioritise tool maintenance.

Red Hilti Jailbot is working on construction site. One construction worker in yellow high visibility vest is standing beside.

Robotics In Construction

The construction industry is now on the verge of a revolutionary change driven by robotics. This shift is not just a fad, but a response to various industry challenges such as labour shortages, efficiency bottlenecks and safety concerns.

Workers build an orphanage using bamboo-cement technology in Batangas.

Eco-Friendly Building Materials

Eco-friendly building materials, from traditional options like straw and bamboo to innovative solutions like recycled metal and mass timber, are driving this green revolution, offering environmental benefits without compromising quality or functionality.