Hand tools

Buying hand tools - safety and efficiency for professionals

As a specialist dealer for hand tools, we offer safety professionals a wide range of products that you can rely on at all times. Thanks to cross-manufacturer, expert advice, we help you to find exactly the hand tools that meet your requirements in terms of safety, ergonomics and reliability.

Our range of hand tools includes:

• Pliers, bolt cutters and tweezers
• Screwdrivers/screw sets and non-sparking tools
• Allen and Torx keys
• Open-end wrenches
• Saws
• Hammers and striking tools
• Chisels
• Chisels
• Scrapers
• Clamps
• Shovels and axes
• Cutter knives
• Measuring tools
• Marking tools
• Tool bags
• Assortment boxes
• Vices
• Socket wrenches
• Voltage testers
• Stripping and electrician's tools
• Riveting tools, staplers and magnetic lifters
• Pipe processing and sheet metal punching tools
• Woodworking tools
• Pullers
• Marking tools
• Circular saw blades, jigsaw & reciprocating saw blades, hole saws
• Stone working and mortising tools

Hand tools for professional safety requirements

Hand tools are the basis for safe and precise work on the construction site, in the workshop or in the field. Our comprehensive range covers the requirements of professional safety experts and industrial technicians as well as the needs of demanding craftsmen - with a focus on quality, durability and occupational safety.

Typical hand tools and their safety-relevant features:

• Pliers, bolt cutters & tweezers: For precise gripping, cutting or clamping. Ergonomic handles and non-slip materials for optimum handling and minimum effort. Many models have insulation for safe working on live parts.
• Screwdrivers & non-sparking tools: Indispensable when working in potentially explosive areas. Special non-sparking materials such as copper-beryllium protect against ignition sources. Screwdrivers with tested insulation increase personal safety when working on electrical systems.
• Allen and Torx keys, open-end wrenches, socket wrenches and wrenches: high-quality hard metals and special surfaces prevent slipping and ensure maximum torque - even under demanding conditions. Color coding facilitates tool selection.
• Hammers, impact tools & chisels: Vibration-damping handles, break-proof materials and additional hand protection elements minimize the risk of injury. Safety is paramount, especially when working on hard materials such as concrete or sheet steel.
• Saws, circular saw blades, jigsaw & reciprocating saw blades, hole saws: Precise and safe cuts thanks to durable blades, safety cut-outs and ergonomic handles.
• Measuring tools & marking tools: High dimensional accuracy and robust housings ensure repeat accuracy and prevent misalignment that could lead to accidents at work.
• Scrapers, chisels & pullers: Sharpened, torsion-resistant blades for efficient work without slipping.
• Clamps & vices: Secure fixing for all work processes - essential for safety during assembly and disassembly work.
• Electrician's and wire stripping tools, voltage testers: GS and VDE-tested components, reliable voltage display and dependable insulation ensure maximum personal protection against electric shocks.
• Assortment boxes & tool bags: clear storage ensures quick access to the required hand tools and prevents accidents caused by searching or falling parts.

Selection of high-quality brands
Our portfolio includes well-known manufacturers such as KNIPEX, Wiha, Gedore, Wera, BAHCO and many more, who are known worldwide for their uncompromising quality, innovative safety solutions and compliance with standards.

FAQ - The most important questions about buying and using hand tools

1. What should I pay particular attention to when buying hand tools as a safety professional?
   The focus is on ergonomics, tested safety (e.g. VDE/GS test mark), non-slip handles, robust workmanship and marking of the tools. Brand quality guarantees durability and reliability in safety areas.
2. What are the advantages of non-sparking tools?
   When working in potentially explosive areas, non-sparking tools prevent ignition sources thanks to special alloys (e.g. copper-beryllium), which significantly increases work safety.
3. What must be observed when working with live parts?
   Only use insulated hand tools with VDE testing, wear PPE equipment and ensure that they are voltage-free beforehand. Only use tools if they are insulated and suitable for the voltage in question.
4. How can I tell whether a hand tool is suitable for safe working?
   Observe test seals such as VDE, GS and DIN EN standards and check the professional workmanship and non-slip functionality of the handles.
5. Which hand tools are particularly suitable for assembly work in safety areas?
   Screwdriver and wrench sets with tested insulation as well as robust pliers and precise, ergonomic Allen keys and open-end wrenches.
6. How can I store hand tools safely?
   The use of assortment boxes, tool bags and tool walls prevent accidents caused by tools lying around and ensure that they can be found quickly.
7. Why are brands such as KNIPEX and Wera so popular with safety professionals?
   These brands stand for the highest quality standards, tested safety, first-class ergonomics and durable materials - professionals work reliably and safely with them.
8. How important is ergonomics for hand tools?
   Ergonomically designed handles reduce the risk of injury, overloading and accidents due to slipping or incorrect operation.
9. What do I need to consider when buying measuring tools?
   Measuring tools should offer high precision, robust workmanship, easy readability and possibly a digital display for exact results.
10. How do I recognize reliable workmanship in pliers or bolt cutters?
    You can recognize safe workmanship by neatly finished joints, robust cutting edges and non-slip, often insulated handles.
11. What are the advantages of tool sets or assortment boxes?
    They offer comprehensive basic equipment, quick selection of suitable tools and minimize risks due to completeness.
12. Do I need special hand tools for electrical engineering?
    Yes, all electrical tools should be VDE-certified and sufficiently insulated to ensure the user's safety.
13. How do professional tools differ from standard hand tools?
    Professional tools offer tested, standard-compliant safety, a longer service life, better handling and often additional functions for special applications.
14. What does the term non-sparking actually mean?
    Non-sparking tools are made from special alloys that do not produce sparks when subjected to friction or impact and are therefore safe in ATEX areas, for example.
15. How do I find the right hand tool for my application?
    Let our experts advise you across all manufacturers and benefit from a wide selection of all leading brands and tools available for immediate delivery.

Buy hand tools from WPLUSM - your benefits at a glance

As a safety professional, you benefit from one of the largest ranges of hand tools from leading brands and independent, expert advice. We deliver your hand tools extremely quickly, provide cross-manufacturer advice and offer solutions that precisely match your safety-related requirements. Discover our range and experience how easy and safe it is to buy high-quality hand tools - for optimum work safety and maximum efficiency.