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HTA Garden Futures Conference takes place in Oxfordshire this September
Darlac launches new Tri-Blade Garden Shear to UK market
Sales boost provided by plant feeding products
Changing of the guard at Erin Horticulture
Onion sets bring joy not tears...
Andy Burns appointed managing director of Stewart
Industry to take on Garden Re-Leaf Day Thames Path walk
Multipurpose sales drive growing activity up 35%
HIPPO’s allotment challenge to visitors at The Edible Garden Show 2015
Bird food flies off the shelves during January
Pansy is the plant of the month for March
Bosmere launch unique reversible covers
Rising demand for conservatories and glazed extensions in the UK
Provender Nurseries recognising potential
Writtle College postgraduate’s evocative image of an ancient tree wins photography competition
Gordon Castle Walled Garden confirms appointment of new Head Gardener
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Darlac launches new Tri-Blade Garden Shear to UK market


The much awaited and anticipated launch of Darlac’s most innovative product to date has finally arrived and the company couldn’t be more delighted with the response to its revolutionary new Tri-Blade Garden Shear.

Since its launch earlier this week, and due to the fact that Darlac has exclusivity to this product,  the phone at Darlac’s headquarters in Berkshire hasn’t stopped ringing as garden centres and retail buyers from across the country are anxious to stock-up for the coming season ahead.

Like all Darlac products, the revolutionary, Tri-Blade Shear has been designed and manufactured to the highest possible standard.

Hedge cutters and topiary enthusiasts can trim to their hearts content in far less time than it would normally take when using  a traditional two bladed pair of shears. And whilst it is impossible to give  an exact time saving when using three blades compared to a traditional two bladed version, recent consumer focused trials have resulted in users reporting back that greater speed is unquestionably one of the major benefits. The trials have also reported of an improved accuracy of cut as the central blade remains static, whilst the outer blades cut against it.

The two outer blades of these new high spec shears are teflon coated to reduce friction and alleviate the likelihood of rust forming in the metal, whilst the central blade is chrome armoured and completely heat-treated to also prevent rust, but more importantly to act as a central point of focus. This in turn creates additional stability and ensures a ‘real-bite’ to the cut.

Unlike conventional shears,  the Tri-Blade shears outer blades are also heat-treated; but to a different level than that of a traditional set and with particular focus being placed on the cutting edge.

The shears are available in three models:

  • DP900 with Fibreglass handles. Weighs 887gms. Retail price £30
  • DP905 with Aluminium handles. Weighs 927gms. Retail price £30
  • DP910 with Aluminium Telecopic handles extending from 660mm to 890mm, weighs  1.125  Retail price £35

DIY and garden centre buyers wishing to stock-up with the Tri-Blade shear will be pleased to know that Darlac has put together an attractive Introductory Stand Deal Package which includes all three models in small quantities - so no need to worry about storage problems!

The stand which comes F.O.C. (free of charge) with pegs, and measures (H) 1.5m x (W) 0.7m x (D) 0.5m, boasts a wonderful bright coloured eye-catching header display which will grace any garden centre floor or DIY outlet. It can also be free-standing, for double-sided use, or can be placed against a wall.

The starter package includes:

  • 6 x DP900 Tri-Blade Shear – with fibreglass handles
  • 6 x DP905 Tri-Blade Shear with Aluminium handles
  • 12 x DP910 Tri-Blade Shears with telescopic handles.

For further information call 01753 547790.

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