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HRP holds special tool days

UK: Refrigeration and air conditioning wholesaler HRP has announced the launch of its ToolHub centres with a series of open mornings at branches across the country.

As well as enabling engineers to view HRP’s latest tool offering, HRP is offering leak detector re-calibration and the chance to win a number of prizes.

The events will be open from 08.00-11.00 with the promise of breakfast rolls and a free Draper 4-piece VDE screwdriver set for every visitor.

In addition you can have a go on a F1 simulator, with tool prizes for the top drivers. Prizes include a WERA Joker 11pc ratchet spanner set, WERA 3/8in 29pc multi ratchet socket set and a 300mm chrome-plated Knipex pliers wrench.

The ToolHub series start next Tuesday, June 12th, at the Birmingham branch, before moving to Sheffield on June 19, Leeds on June 20 and Warrington on June 21.

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