Eclipse Magnetics employees are encouraged to support their local communities and enable them to take time out of the working day to volunteer for causes that are significant to them. As a result, across two days thirteen employees volunteered at Baby Basics in Sheffield. They were joined by the charity’s regular volunteers and carried out a range of activities from building cots and beds to making newborn baby baskets.
UK Wide Charity Supporting Families
Baby Basics started as a single charity in Sheffield and has since expanded to over 40 sites across the UK. The charity helps children under five and their families with essentials, to make sure they have all the basic equipment needed to ensure a safe and comfortable upbringing. Through donations they are able to provide clothing, toys and toiletries. They also receive funding from South Yorkshire’s Mayor Oliver Coppard’s Beds for Babies: Safe Space to Sleep Programme. Beds for Babies provides a moses basket, cot or toddler bed to any 0–5-year-old who needs it following a referral by an appropriate organisation.
The two teams of volunteers spent their day sorting through donations, unpacking cots to make sure all the parts were included, cleaning baby baths and potties, creating care packages and ironing clothing. In addition to volunteering time with Baby Basics, Eclipse Magnetics encouraged our employees to contribute by donating a variety of toiletries for both adults and babies. We were delighted with the amount of generous donations.
Sarah Stones, Eclipse Charity Champion said: “We were proud to support such an important cause, and it was inspiring to see firsthand the incredible impact the charity has on local families in need. Both teams fully embraced the day, and we look forward to returning in the near future.”
Thank you to those who volunteered and to Baby Basics for allowing us this opportunity to give back to the community.
BoilerMag North America is participating in AHR Expo 2027, taking place January 25–27, 2027, at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois. Visitors can find the team at Booth N1318, where BoilerMag will showcase its complete range of magnetic filtration solutions for hydronic heating and chilled water systems.
Magnetic Filtration Technology
As one of the HVACR industry’s largest and most influential trade shows, AHR Expo provides an excellent opportunity to connect with contractors, consulting engineers, distributors, OEMs and facility managers from across North America. Throughout the event, the BoilerMag team will demonstrate how its magnetic filtration technology helps remove magnetite and other ferrous debris from closed-loop systems, improving efficiency, reducing maintenance requirements and extending equipment life.
Magnetic Filter Range
Visitors to the booth will have the opportunity to explore the full BoilerMag range of magnetic filters, designed to suit a variety of residential, light commercial, and commercial applications. A highlight of the stand will be the BoilerMag XT demonstration, showcasing the filter’s powerful magnetic filtration capabilities and providing attendees with a hands-on look at how BoilerMag technology protects HVAC systems from damaging contaminants.
The exhibition offers an excellent platform to strengthen relationships with existing customers and representatives while introducing BoilerMag solutions to new audiences. The team looks forward to sharing its expertise and demonstrating its continued commitment to innovation and high-performance magnetic filtration for the North American HVAC industry.
Bowers Group has announced the promotion of Paul Wordsworth to Applications Gauging CNC Technician, following the successful completion of his Level 3 Engineering Technician Apprenticeship.
Paul has worked hard throughout his apprenticeship, showing real commitment to learning his craft and developing his skills on the shop floor, with support from John Crabtree, Micrometer & Gauging Technician, Ian Clayton, Engineering Manager, and Jake Appleby, Application Gauging Machine Shop Lead, whose guidance and encouragement have helped him grow in confidence and capability.
In his new role, Paul will be working closely with the Bradford team, reporting to Jake Appleby, and continuing to build his experience across mills, lathes, and a range of manual machines.
Positive Attitude & Enthusiasm
Those who work with Paul already know the positive attitude and enthusiasm he brings every day, qualities that will no doubt serve him well in this next chapter. We’re proud to see Paul progress within the business and are confident he’ll be a real asset in his new role.
Everyone at Bowers Group and the wider Spear & Jackson Group wishes him every success as he takes this exciting step forward.
For Red Nose Day 2026, Spear & Jackson Group employees dusted off their aprons for the annual bake-off competition.
Tasty Homemade Treats
Colleagues from across the group entered the competition with a variety of tasty homemade treats to help raise money for Comic Relief.
The charity helps change the lives of people in the UK and around the world. The money raised ensures health workers and youth coordinators can offer safe spaces, a listening ear, and essential guidance.
Each cake was judged on taste, design and creativity, and three winners were chosen across the group. After the winners were chosen, employees were invited to enjoy the cakes for a charity donation, raising a total of £400.
Thank you to everyone who took part in the baking, tasting and donating!
Employees across the Spear & Jackson Group embraced the festive spirit on Thursday 11th December as they proudly took part in Christmas Jumper Day 2025, donning their brightest, boldest, and most wonderfully over-the-top festive sweaters in support of Save the Children.
Save the Children
The event wasn’t just about festive fun though, employees were encouraged to make a donation to Save the Children, helping the charity continue its vital work improving the lives of children around the world. The enthusiastic participation across the Group reflected a shared commitment to giving back during the holiday season.
Christmas Jumper Day has become a much-loved annual tradition at Spear & Jackson, and this year’s celebration was no exception. With plenty of smiles, some friendly competition for “most festive outfit,” and generous contributions, the day brought joy to the workplace while supporting a meaningful cause.
A big thank you to everyone who took part, and for making the season brighter for children everywhere.
The Sheffield Children’s Hospital Charity Snowflake Appeal is once again lighting up the city, both with its festive displays and its remarkable fundraising success. This year’s campaign has raised an impressive £437,293.45, contributing vital funds toward research into the care, prevention, and cure of childhood illnesses. The initiative continues to make a meaningful difference for young patients and their families.
Two Sponsored Snowflakes
As in previous years, the Spear & Jackson Group is proud to support the appeal with two sponsored snowflakes: one adorning Sheffield City Hall and another sparkling on the side of Sheffield Children’s Hospital. The hospital snowflakes will shine bright all the way the through the festive season.
By backing the Snowflake Appeal, Spear & Jackson helps the charity provide state-of-the-art facilities, specialist equipment, and research funding, as well as create a more welcoming and engaging environment for the thousands of children treated at the hospital each year from across the UK and beyond.
This ongoing support reflects the Group’s commitment to giving back to the community and helping ensure that every child receives the best possible care.
Eclipse Magnetics has officially unveiled its brand-new web shop, which went live on 2nd December 2025, marking an exciting milestone for the company’s digital presence. The refreshed site introduces a sleek, modern design alongside improved navigation, offering customers a smoother, more intuitive shopping experience.
Industrial Magnetic Solutions & Everyday Magnets
The new platform has been carefully redesigned to make browsing and purchasing easier than ever, whether customers are searching for industrial magnetic solutions or everyday magnets.
Visitors are encouraged to explore the new layout, discover improved product categories, and enjoy faster, more streamlined checkout processes. With the upgraded shop now live, the team is looking forward to seeing how the enhanced user journey translates into increased sales over the coming months. The launch signals Eclipse Magnetics’ ongoing commitment to innovation, not just in its products, but in the way customers access them.
On 24th October 2025, the Spear & Jackson Group proudly wore it pink in support of Breast Cancer Now, a charity close to the hearts of many of our colleagues.
Bake Sale
To help boost donations, the Eclipse Magnetics team hosted a bake sale, with every penny going towards the cause. From gooey cookies to savoury cheese and onion rolls, the event brought everyone together to share homemade (and shop-bought!) treats for a great cause.
Fundraising Efforts
Thanks to the generosity of our team, we raised over £300 from bake sale donations alone. Combined with online contributions and some extra fundraising efforts from our HR team, we’re thrilled to announce a total of £700 raised for Breast Cancer Now!
The SPEAR & JACKSON GROUP is delighted to announce that it has completed the acquisition of PRCI, S.A.S., a wholly owned subsidiary of Q.E.P. CO., INC. (OTCQX: QEPC) based in Florida, USA. Spear & Jackson Group Limited and Neill France, S.A. (part of the Spear & Jackson Group) have now completed the aquisition of the PRCI, S.A.S. business, which was was founded in France in 1984, and is a key player of tile and plumbing tools in the French market.
Famous Tiling and Plumbing Hand Tools
Spear & Jackson Group’s Chairman Simon N. Hsu, noted, “We have a long and proud history in France, crafting high quality garden hand tools from our base in Saint-Chamond. We are delighted to acquire PRCI and its famous tiling and plumbing hand tool brands to further enhance our professional hand and contractor tool activities in the French and European markets.
Len Gould, QEP’s President and Chief Executive Officer, noted, “This divestiture continues our strategy to refocus efforts and resources in North America. PRCI is in good hands with Spear & Jackson going forward, which will allow us to increase our force and focus on our markets here.”
The Spear & Jackson Group is a UK headquartered subsidiary of the Hong-Kong based SNH Global Holdings Limited (“SNH”), a diversified holding company with principal operating subsidiaries engaged in a numbers of diverse business activities around the globe. SNH products are sold in more than 100 countries around the world. Spear & Jackson Group with over 265 years of industrial heritage, employing approximately 500 people globally and with a history dating back since1760. It has 8 operating companies under three principal groups: Hand & Garden Tools, Precision Measurement and Magnetic Technologies.
Spear & Jackson, one of the UK’s most trusted gardening hand tool brands, is proud to announce its position as the official supplier of garden hand tools for the upcoming “Gardening with Alan Titchmarsh” YouTube channel.
Set to launch in April 2025 on YouTube and other social media platforms, the channel will celebrate Alan Titchmarsh’s exceptional horticultural legacy whilst offering viewers a wealth of tips, ideas, and inspiration for gardeners at all levels of experience and expertise.
Alan, one of the most recognisable gardening experts on our TV screens for many years will use the new YouTube channel to share his vast knowledge and expertise through a series of engaging and educational videos. The weekly episodes will feature a blend of ‘how-to’ tutorials, expert masterclasses and practical advice designed to inspire and support gardeners around the world.
Premium Garden Hand Tools
Spear & Jackson are very excited to be supplying a range of premium garden hand tools which will be featured on the channel, marking an ideal partnership between a trusted brand and a gardening legend. With a heritage dating back to 1760, Spear & Jackson’s market-leading tools are renowned for their durability, performance and quality, making them a perfect fit for the “Gardening with Alan Titchmarsh” YouTube channel.
Alan Titchmarsh said: “I’ve always been a proud supporter of the UK gardening industry, and I’m thrilled to be working with some of the best in the business on my new channel,” Ian Archer, Managing Director of Spear & Jackson UK, added: “We are delighted to be part of the ‘Gardening with Alan Titchmarsh’ channel. Alan’s dedication to horticulture and our expertise in crafting high-quality garden tools is a perfect match. We are looking forward to tuning in each week to enjoy the new episodes.”
Gardening with Alan Titchmarsh
The “Gardening with Alan Titchmarsh” channel will be an exciting new online resource for gardening enthusiasts, combining entertainment and education in a way that will appeal to both beginners and seasoned gardeners alike.
