Tackle autumn with help from UK Planet Tools

 

For those of us who have to work outdoors, we know the challenges that the colder months can bring. Lower light levels and the struggle to keep warm can sometimes keep us from being our best on the job, be that job in a draughty workshop, on a building site or out in the grounds someplace. Don't worry – UK Planet Tools is here to help with a whole range of kit designed to keep you warm and keep your spirits up. Today we bring you our top 5 cold-weather picks for lighting, heating, tool storage and cordless coffee machines – and even a bit of gardening equipment, too. Here you can read about Makita's powerful, efficient DML805 18V LXT Li-Ion LED Worklight and the heavy-duty UPT-400S Lockable Insulated Carry Case from TOUGH MASTER®. We also take a look at the DCM501Z, the robust, easy-to-use cordless coffee maker from Makita – having one of these means you'll never again have to worry about your customers making your coffee for you. You can keep your workspace warm with TOUGH MASTER®'s 4.5kW gas heater, the TM-GH454PC, whatever the temperature. And with help from the TM-GP105L Lightweight Telescopic Bypass Lopper from TOUGH MASTER®, you'll have those trees and shrubs looking tidy and trim in no time. Read on for further details – and you'll be ready for whatever the season brings.

Makita's DML805 18V LXT Li-Ion LED Worklight

This year, the clocks go back on Sunday, 31 October, so early sunsets are on their way. Worry not – you can work later and more confidently too with the Makita DML805 18V LXT Li-Ion LED worklight. Its 20 x 0.5W LEDs provide bright, even light, and the light head can be angled a full 360° for precise lighting. Makita's Extreme Protection Technology (XPT) guarantees resistance to dust and drips. Sound good? Let's have a closer look:

High performance: The 20 x 0.5W LEDs produce strong, bright light, great for covering large areas. Using a 5.0Ah 18v LXT battery gives you a run-time of 8.5 hours on high setting; on low setting, you'll get a run-time of 17 hours. Versatile use: The Makita DML805 can be used with an 18V LXT battery or its included 2.5m mains power cable, giving you ultimate flexibility. And you can choose between 2 light settings, high or low. Fit the DML805 on a tripod, hang it from a suitable location or set it on a level surface – the choice is yours. Adjustable lighting: Easy-to-turn side knobs mean that you can turn the light head a full 360° to direct the light to right where you need it most. Switch between high and low light settings simply by pressing the push button. Durable function: The DML805 is made from rugged materials to guarantee you years of useful, dependable performance. Makita's Extreme Protection Technology (XPT) resists dust and drips. Portable design: Thanks to its light weight of 2.6kg (with the battery fitted), sturdy hinged carry handle and compact size, the Makita DML805 is easy to lift and carry. The power lead conveniently wraps around the worklight's base for easy transport and storage.  Buy the body only here for only £98.30.

Makita's DCM501Z 12V/18V CXT/LXT Coffee Maker Body Only

Get warm from the inside out with a freshly brewed cup of your favourite coffee, courtesy of the Makita DCM501Z 12V/18V CXT/LXT coffee maker. This robust, compact, efficient bit of kit will really prove its worth when you're out on a remote worksite, far from a mains power outlet. It's easy to use, too: Just fill up the water tank, add your favourite ground coffee (or 60mm coffee pods) and then wait 5 minutes. It comes with its own mug and measuring spoon, too.

Efficient performance: You can make up to 3 cups of coffee (640ml) on a single fully charged 18V 6.0Ah battery. If you buy a battery charger, you can be sure of always having fully charged batteries on hand. Convenient to use: With the DCM501Z coffee maker, you're just 3 steps away from brilliant coffee: Fill up the water tank, add your ground coffee (or 60mm coffee pods) and then wait 5 minutes. The DCM501Z is just as easy to clean. A 240ml mug and measuring spoon are included. Robust design: This coffee maker boasts the same durable build that Makita's products are famous for. There's a sliding protective cover to shield the battery terminal when it's empty, and the sturdy hinged carry handle folds against the top of the coffee maker. Safe function: Thanks to its boil-dry protection, this coffee maker will automatically switch off if it senses there isn't enough water. The included 240ml mug fits the machine securely (so it won't tip over or slide out) and has a lid to keep heat and contents in the mug – where they belong. Portable convenience: The DCM501Z's cordless design, light weight of 2kg and compact size mean that you can enjoy delicious freshly brewed coffee wherever you go – on the road, on site or even out in the grounds. Buy the body only here for only £68.95.

TOUGH MASTER®'s GH454PC Portable 4.5kW Gas Heater

Warm up your workspace with this portable gas heater/space warmer, TOUGH MASTER®'s GH454PC 4.5kW Gas Heater. This gas heater comes as a complete set, with heater, 37mbar fixed pressure regulator, 150cm hose and two hose clips (including a clip-on gas valve). Thanks to the built-in piezo ignition system, this gas heater is both quick and easy to start up. It's powerful, too: Despite its compact size, this heater can warm an area up to 60m².

Ready to use: Because this gas heater comes as a full set, you're ready to warm up your space in no time. This set includes a 37mbar fixed pressure regulator, 150cm hose and 2 hose clips (including a clip-on gas valve). Quick, easy ignition: The gas heater's built-in piezo ignition system saves you time and effort, and is comfortable to operate. No more messing about with fiddly controls – the GH454PC will have your workspace warm in no time. Powerful function: With heat output of 3.0W/h to 4.5W/h (up to 154000BTU/hr), the GH454PC from TOUGH MASTER® can heat an area of 20 to 60m². For all of its heating power, this gas heater still manages a light weight 3kg and a compact size of 33 x 12 x 39cm. Versatile function: You can use the TOUGH MASTER® GH454PC gas heater with many kinds of fuel: LPG, butane, propane or natural gas. The 1.5m hose length is ideal for enabling hassle-free connection around walls and obstacles. Portable design: Thanks to its light weight of 3kg and its compact size, the GH454PC gas heater is easy to carry and transport, and you save on storage space, too. Buy the GH454PC here for only £40.99.

TOUGH MASTER®'s UPT-400S Lockable Insulated Carry Case

Winter cold (and summer heat, too) can affect the performance of lithium-ion batteries, resulting in slower function and more frequent charging – which leads to long-term damage. The solution? Protect your valuable Li-Ion batteries  (and power tools, too) with this heavy-duty foam-insulated carry case: the TOUGH MASTER® TM-UPT-400S. This sturdy case is made from high-grade plastic and has 4 removable foam layers to protect against cold and heat.

Great insulation: The TM-UPT-400S has a sturdy plastic outer plus 4 removable foam layers that can be shaped. So if you're storing your battery out in the van during the day, you can be sure that it will stay a safe temperature. Customisable foam: This heavy-duty carry case has 4 removable foam layers that may be added, removed or shaped as needed to suit your requirements, whether you're storing batteries or power tools.  Robust construction: The TM-UPT-400S is built from sturdy, high-grade materials and has a strong carry handle. The rubber lid seal ensures water resistance.  Secure design: The 2 hinged push & pull latches have sturdy spring-loaded tabs to provide secure closure. The robust design and build help ensure tamperproof performance. This lid's two padlock eyes may be fitted with locks for added peace of mind. Easy portability: The light weight of 2.5kg and the strong hinged carry handle ensure that the TM-UPT-400S is comfortable to carry, handle and store. Thanks to the contoured outer, the TM-UPT-400S is easy to stack when you buy more than one. Buy the TM-UPT-400S here for only £52.08.

TOUGH MASTER®'s TM-GP105L Sturdy Telescopic Lopper

Now that we're getting into the outdoor world's dormant season, it might be a great time to start thinking about trimming back some trees and shrubs – especially if they're a bit overgrown. Good thing, then, that there's a great new telescopic bypass lopper in town: the TOUGH MASTER® TM-GP105L. These sturdy, adjustable-length loppers have bypass lopper blades and anvil lopper blades for added versatility, plus lots of other useful features. Read on! 

Versatile use: Need to extend the lopper's handle length? Press the handle's spring-loaded clips to disengage the stops, and pull the handle to select from any of 6 settings for a length of 69cm to 100cm. Choose from the main bypass cutting blades or the rear anvil lopper blades for a range of cutting and trimming tasks. Sturdy design: Each of the pairs of lopper blades consists of a steel/manganese-alloy upper blade and a steel lower blade, ensuring strength and high performance. The thick tubular aluminium handles resist bending, denting or breaking to never let you down. Easy to use: The sturdy hinges are precision-engineered for ultimate strength and easy movement, without being stiff or too loose, either. The Teflon coating for each of the two upper blades helps to ensure easier cutting, too.  Comfortable handling: Despite its strength and durability, these telescopic loppers manage a light weight of 1.43kg. The length of the handles is easy to adjust, thanks to the handles' spring-loaded clips. Safe design: The TM-GP105L has a shock-proof buffer to ensure gentler, smoother closure. The non-slip rubberised handle grips are grooved to ensure that you keep an extra-secure hold on all of your pruning situations. Buy the TM-GP105L here for only £17.99.