In the inception of Strand Hardware, the quest for an apt brand name commenced. Initially, "Tool- Mate" was conceived with a hyphen, eventually merging into a single word. Approximately 25 to 30 years ago, our initial inventory comprised of unbranded bench grinders, totalling a hundred units. It became evident that affixing a distinct label was imperative. Several prerequisites guided our brand selection: superior quality, catering to discerning woodworkers seeking reliable machinery. Subsequently, Brian Jolly embarked on a foreign venture to identify suitable manufacturers in Taiwan and China, learning vital lessons regarding brand integrity and building relationships. Today, Toolmate has evolved significantly, coexisting harmoniously with our upmarket "Jet" brand. We established a dedicated servicing, repair, and spares division, catering to woodworkers of all scales.
In recent years, we have considerably expanded our Toolmate range, enabling us to offer a comprehensive selection of tools for any workshop, no matter how demanding our customer's requirements.
RTV Pro-Mould 30 is a two part, room temperature curing silicone rubber and is based on condensation curing (Tin Cure). Pro-Mould 30 has excellent tear resistance and has low linear shrinkage. Pro-Mould 30 is typically used for mould making, and has good fluidity and easy to demould. It has good mechanical properties with good tensile and tear strength. RTV-Thixo can be added for brush-on applications. Mixed silicone will be a light purple colour.
TMT SLOW CASTING RESIN Our two-part slow casting epoxy is the perfect product for River tables, crack filling, chopping boards, breadboards, jewellery and so much more. What makes this product so amazing is that it is UV stable. It allows you to pour high thicknesses without colour change when pigments are added. You are able to obtain high clarity, good brightness and colourless. It has excellent impact resistance and thermal shock. Sets at room temperature and is almost odourless. It also does not get hot when mixed. Important to remember that it is slightly blush in thickness. I always recommend that you use the release agent in all moulds. We have a large verity of colour pigments to choose from, to mention a few: white, black, violet and ultra translucent blue. We also have metal powder fillers like copper, brass, zinc and then best of all glow in the dark Blue and Green powders. Mixing ratio 100g / 42g so a digital scale is required. Safety: always wear safety glasses and gloves and a well-ventilated area.
