You've heard of Spotify Wrapped.
Now it's time for our take on it!
We're ending 2024 with UKPT WRAPPED, showcasing some of our best-sellers of the year, along with some epic company milestones and industry highlights.
From working with a record number of product specialists to obtaining more brand partners than ever before, we've achieved so much this year – and we couldn't have done any of it without your support.
So without further ado, let's round up this monumental year together – before we make way for bigger things in 2025!
They say time flies when you're having fun. If this year is anything to go by, I'd say whoever 'they' are knows exactly what they're talking about!
It feels like only yesterday we were demonstrating the Top 4 Milwaukee Gadgets to Kick Off 2024 and now we are here, ending the year with a BANG. Wrapping up what has been a year of innovation, anticipation and collaboration, here's what went down over the past 12 months.
2024 EVENT HIGHLIGHTS
We went all around the world for events in 2024! From China to Portugal, we got involved in some of the most highly-anticipated trade events of the year. A lot happened at home, too.
Check out our timeline for our biggest moments!
JANUARY
Makita Trade Event in Coventry
DeWALT 100th Anniversary Event & PowerShift Premiere at McLaren HQ
FEBRUARY
Milwaukee Conference in Stockholm, Sweden
MARCH
Makita Trade Event in Warwick
International Hardware Fair in Germany, Cologne
APRIL
China Import & Export Fair (Canton Fair)– Spring 2024
MK Food Bank Logo Challenge (x)
MAY
Milton Keynes Marathon – for Alzheimer's Research UK (x) & British Divers Marine Life Rescue (x)
JUNE
Euro 2024 – Wera England Sport Edition Set Giveaway (x)
JULY
China Daily-Use Articles Trade Fair
AUGUST
2 Years of Product Demos (x)
Super Trowel UK (x)
SEPTEMBER
Milwaukee Conference in Lisbon, Portugal
China Hardware Fair
OCTOBER
MK Food Bank: MK Can Quest (x)
China Import & Export Fair (Canton Fair) – Autumn 2024
China International Hardware Show
NOVEMBER
Black Friday 2024
DECEMBER
24 Days of Giveaways Advent Calendar (x)
Christmas Jumper Day – £250 raised for Save the Children UK (x)
TOTAL PRODUCT DEMONSTRATIONS
Our Design & Content Team filmed with more brands than any previous year in 2024.
In total, we worked with 9 TOOL BRANDS and 13 PRODUCT SPECIALISTS, including some familiar faces from 2023 and some new ones.
They were:
Milwaukee Tool UK - Simon Marshall & James Dunlop
Makita UK - Steve Ray
DeWalt - Kevin, John Stendall
Bosch UK - Sian Holland, Martin Hegarty
Knipex - Jamie Nolan
EcoFlow - Alex Newbury
FEIN UK - Andy Mills
SIP Industrial - Daniel Shah
RAGNI, TAJIMA TOOL, NWS - Vance Godfrey & Huw Grummitt
Impressive, huh?
P.S. Some videos already filmed will be premiering on our YouTube channel in 2025, so stay tuned.
TOP-RATED TRUSTPILOT PRODUCTS
We sold many popular products this year, but none quite as loved as these!
Our top 3 customer favourites on Trustpilot were:
Third Place: Milwaukee Gen III Mag Tape
- People liked the strong magnet and compact size, plus Class II accuracy, offering precise measurements.
- The low price point, ease of use and functionality all contributed to this being one of the most popular measuring tapes in 2024.
Second Place: DeWALT DCB184-XJ Battery
- Customers couldn't get enough of the DCB184-XJ for its long-lasting power, run time and durable design.
- They liked that it was compatible with DeWALT XR Li-ion 18V tools and gave better overall performance when paired with these tools.
TOP-RATED: Makita BL1850 Twin Pack
- Customers appreciated the extended run time of these batteries and the quick 45 minute charge time.
- These batteries are a good price and can be used with a plethora of Makita 18V LXT tools, making them our highest-rated product.
VIRAL PRODUCT OF 2024
The numbers don't lie. You were very excited about one particular product this year on social media. But what was this viral product in question?
Check out our top 5 viral videos to find out.
5TH MOST POPULAR: DeWALT Grabo Lifter – 1.7m views (all videos, across all platforms)
4TH MOST POPULAR: DeWALT Remote Line Laser – 2.7m views (across all platforms)
3RD MOST POPULAR: Milwaukee M18 Drum Fan 4.4m views (across all platforms)
RUNNER UP: Milwaukee Jobsite Earbuds – 4.8m views (across all platforms)
MOST POPULAR: Milwaukee Heated Jacket – 5.8m views (across all platforms)
Did you guess the Milwaukee Heated Jacket? Well done if you did! Gold star for you.
NEW PARTNERS IN 2024
We said hello to over 100 new brand partners in 2024!
All these brands, and more, can now be found in our growing catalogue at UK Planet Tools:
- TengTools: Providing a range of hand tools and accessories, tool chests, PPE equipment and more, Swedish company TengTools became a new addition to our portfolio.
- TOUGHBUILT: Helping you build faster, stronger and smarter, TOUGHBUILT provides a wide array of power tool accessories and tool storage solutions like tote bags and tool backpacks.
- TuffStuff: Keeping you warm on the jobsite, TuffStuff's hoodies, windbreakers, bobbie hats, work gloves and other workwear solutions fight the cold and staying safe.
- ULTRAGRIME: Beat the grime with ULTRAGRIME, offering durable cleaning wipes designed for heavy-duty cleaning tasks.
- C.K. Tools: High quality hand tools for the professional with demanding tasks to complete, C.K. Tools has a huge range that has proved popular for over a century.
- EcoFlow: For all your portable power station, solar panel, energy storage needs, with sustainable and reliable off-grid backup power, EcoFlow has you covered.
- Hilka: For a wide range of tools, hardware and equipment including hand tools, power tools and storage solutions, for pros and DIY users.
- KNIPEX: Pronounced like it's spelt ('KA-NI-PEX'), this high quality brand is your go-to for pliers and cutting tools for industrial use.
- LYTEPRO: Get professional-grade ladders, access equipment, and height safety solutions designed for tradespeople and industrial use.
- PRAMAC: Need power generation equipment, including generators, portable power solutions, and material handling equipment for industrial, commercial, and residential use? Try PRAMAC.
- Sealey: Selling a wide range of tools and equipment, Sealey is a household name for workshop solutions, and can be used by both professional and DIY users.
- SIP Industrial: A huge brand, SIP offer high-performance industrial equipment, including welders, compressors, generators, pressure washers, and workshop tools, designed for heavy-duty use
NUMBER OF THE YEAR
One number truly stood out in 2024. That number was 100.
But why 100? It's been the number on everyone's lips this year thanks to global favourites DeWALT, METABO, and Milwaukee all celebrating 100 years of business. This marks 2024 as a celebration not just of triple-digit birthdays, but as the year we can officially say that some of the biggest brands have brought us a century of innovation.
Nice to know they're still going strong! Here's to another 100 (and beyond).
BEST SELLERS 2024
BEST SELLING ACCESSORIES (in no particular order)
1. Makita 821599-0 Carry Case
2. TOUGH MASTER Jigsaw Blade Set
3. WellCut WC-SD12522 Blade
4. DeWalt DT71521-QZ Bit Set
5. Milwaukee Carabiner Set 10pcs
DEWALT BEST SELLERS (3rd - bestselling)
THIRD BEST-SELLING: DeWALT DCM565N Chainsaw
SECOND BEST-SELLING: DeWALT DCM563N Trimmer
TOP SELLING POWER TOOL 2024: DeWALT DCG405N Grinder
MAKITA BEST SELLERS (3rd - bestselling)
THIRD BEST-SELLING: Makita DGA452Z Grinder
SECOND BEST-SELLING: Makita DGA504Z Grinder
TOP SELLING POWER TOOL 2024: Makita DTM52Z Multi Tool
MILWAUKEE BEST SELLERS (3rd - bestselling)
THIRD BEST-SELLING: Milwaukee M18FH-0 SDS Plus
SECOND BEST-SELLING: Milwaukee M18FID3-0 Impact
TOP SELLING POWER TOOL 2024: Milwaukee M18FPD3-0 Combi Drill
That's a Wrap!
Thanks for joining us for UKPT WRAPPED 2024. It's been a journey.
Wishing you and your loved ones glad tidings and a kit FULL of new tools for 2025 from all of us at UK Planet Tools. We can't wait to show you what we have in store in the new year.
Time to wrap this up with a Merry (Belated) Christmas & Happy New Year from this lovely lot!