Timofte joined Master Abrasives last year as a technician in MTS, carrying out services such as power-tool repair and on-site hand-arm vibration (HAV) testing for customers. He will continue to undertake this role alongside his new remit to support local industry and provide the collection of power tools for repair and service.
This service will be available to customers in nearby regions, covering areas such as Northamptonshire, Oxfordshire and Buckinghamshire. Timofte will also be offering technical support, with customers able to reach him directly by email or mobile phone.
Carl Lewington, operations manager for MTS, explains: “Mike has a strong knowledge and experience of electric and pneumatic power tools. This, along with our range of electric and pneumatic tool brands, means he is well equipped to give advice and recommendations to customers for their applications. So whether it’s aerospace, automotive, foundries or other industries, we can offer the best power tools, repairs, service and training according to workforce needs.”
MTS has grown significantly since it was re-launched as a separate business unit in 2013 and moved to a larger location on-site. Since then, the team has multiplied, the range of power-tool brands offered has increased and the department’s service capability has expanded. The department has also taken its own stand at exhibitions.
MTS has long enjoyed close relationships with top power-tool manufacturers like Atlas Copco, Dotco, Dynabrade and Cleco. Since its re-launch, MTS also became a distributor for Metabo’s electric and pneumatic power tools, and Cengar air saws. In addition, the team helped introduce Zipp Group’s cost-effective range of air tools to the UK.
Paul Batson, managing director, says: “We have developed our MTS department as a comprehensive service for the pneumatic and electric tool industry. We don’t just want to sell tools – we want to service them and advise businesses how their employees can operate them safely.
“Mike’s experience and knowledge of power tools will be a great asset to providing an even more catered experience for customers of MTS,” he adds. “We invite customers to take advantage of our applications support and free trial service, whether for electric or pneumatic tools, HAV systems or other abrasive solutions.”
