Steve Bullman

Carr’s Billington Safety this month welcomes Chris Jakeman to the team as the new Southern Account Manager. With over 10 years of sales experience in the running and outdoor sectors, Chris will be looking after the sales, support, and customer service for all products available from Carr’s Billington Safety in southern England and Wales as well as supporting national accounts. As an experienced mountaineer and rock climber Chris will draw on his knowledge and experience of height and rope safety in his new role. Outside of work, Chris loves to keep active in the outdoors. Rock climbing and mountaineering have played a role in shaping his passion for outdoor sports. Chris competes in endurance sports including triathlons, marathons and swim challenges. This year, he has completed the Ride London 100-mile cycle and is taking part in the London Classics, Swim Serpentine 2-mile swim and London Marathon in October. Neil Thomas, Commercial Manager at Carr’s Billington Safety, comments on Chris joining the team: “We’re delighted to have Chris on board. His enthusiasm for all things outdoors along with his in-depth technical knowledge of height and rope equipment will prove valuable with brands in our portfolio, including Climbing Technology.”

Alkylate petrol pioneers Aspen are back at APF for 2022, showcasing the benefits of their ethanol-free fuel for two and four-stroke engines. Founded in 1988, Aspen has long been helping to improve operator working conditions, enhance engine performance and reduce the negative impact on the environment - and they’re so confident you’ll agree that visitors to stand D1A can now trial Aspen Fuel with a new money back guarantee! Being free from ethanol, benzene and many of the other hazardous hydrocarbons found in traditional pump fuel, Aspen alkylate petrol has been proven to improve equipment performance and reduce the wear on engine components. The cleaner burn not only brings benefit for your equipment, but significantly reduces pollutants into the atmosphere – better for both people and the planet. These benefits have seen Aspen become a popular choice with professionals, who also enjoy the convenience of having Aspen delivered in bulk, by the can or drum, directly to their site. For those yet to experience the difference, Aspen are introducing a new incentive at APF 2022 where, subject to a bulk purchase, operators can trial Aspen with an option to return the fuel if they change their mind. Commenting on the offer, Business Development Manager Axel Hildebrand said, “Aspen has a tried and tested record of making a real difference to the working conditions for arb and grounds contractors of all sizes up and down the country. However, all too often, we find people are tentative to give it a try! This initiative will give people the opportunity to put Aspen to the test in their own working environments, and we’re confident that once people discover first-hand the improvements it can make to sustainable working that they’ll not look back.”