News & Media

Feb 2010: Blue 2 Flat Boxes

Blue 2 Flat Boxes

The Tapepro Flat Boxes have evolved.

The new Blue 2 Flat Boxes now sport a sleek new design thanks to low profile side plates while maintaining the same compound capacity. The other improvements are the inclusion of two actuator pins on every box, a light gauge spring and tighter teeth spacing on the ratchet for finer adjustments and more control over compound coverage.

The evolved Blue 2 Flat Boxes are available now.


Jan 2010: Wallpro Impact Driver - Power Packed

Wallpro Lithium-Ion Range

Wallpro's power packed Li-Ion Impact Driver is here!

The Wallpro 14.4 Volt Lithium-Ion Impact Driver has a rapid 2000RPM motor making a powerful framing tool.

The Impact Driver delivers 2000kg/cm torque and operates in both forward and reverse. It has both a built in LED job light as well as a convenient battery charge indicator.

All the Wallpro tools are covered by a comprehensive 12 month warranty.

The Impact Driver is available now from Wallboard Tools.

Dec 2009: Christmas Closing Times

Christmas Closing Times

All the staff at Wallboard Tools would like to wish you a Merry Christmas as well as a happy and safe New Year.

Wallboard Tools will be closing over the Christmas break.

The last day of shipping for 2009 will be Tuesday 22nd of December. Head office and all our warehouses will re-open on Monday 4th of January 2010.

Sep 2009: Wallpro - Lithium-Ion Performance

Wallpro Lithium-Ion Range

Wallpro's high performance lithium-ion tools are here.

The Wallpro 18 Volt Lithium-Ion Collated Screwgun has a rapid 4000RPM motor designed to cost effectively speed up the sheeting process.

The Wallpro Caulking Gun is packed with features and perfect for applying long, continuous beads of adhesive and caulk packaged in either sausages or cartridges.

All the Wallpro tools are covered by a comprehensive 12 month warranty and available now.

Sep 2009: Footy Tipping Winners

Congratulations to the winners of the 2009 NRL and AFL Footy Tipping Competitions.

NRL
  1. Rob Taylor
  2. Ron Maihi
  3. Rob Hedrick
AFL
  1. Matthew Cole
  2. Leanne Dunnett
  3. Jim Swain

August 2009: MSDS Updates and a New Installation Guides

All MSDS sheets have been updated to meet amended Australian Requirements.

We have also added a new Installation Guides area for installation of the Trimtex Range. More guides will be added soon.

    July 2009: Super Mesh - for a professional sanding finish

    July 2009: Super Mesh - for a professional sanding finish

    Super Mesh has landed at Wallboard Tools.

    This innovative abrasive product lifts sanding to a new level. Super Mesh has 1000's of holes, improving resistance to clogging. The anti-clogging capability of Super Mesh limits wear while maintaining optimum sanding conditions and a healthier work environment.

    Super Mesh discs are 225mm in diameter and are available in 180, 220 and 240 grits. Recommended for use on the Wallpro Power Sander, Super Mesh is available now in cartons containing 25 discs.

    April 2009: BladeRunner: The FAST way to cut Plasterboard

    BladeRunner: The FAST way to cut Plasterboard

    The revolutionary BladeRunner is here!

    BladeRunner is an easy to use hand held device which cuts both sides of most forms of 10mm plasterboard simultaneously, reducing cutting time by half. This great new tool makes cutting arcs, shapes and corners a simple and hassle free process.

    The BladeRunner and a full range of accessories are available now!


    March 2009: NRL & AFL Footy Tipping is back

    Wallboard Tools Footy Tipping is back in 2009.

    Sign up today by clicking on the button on the front page and following the links to your favourite code.

    Don't forget to check in your profile that you are registered for "Wallboard Tools Footy tipping" under competitions. If the Wallboard competition doesn't appear under competitions in your profile, do a search then sign up using the password in your invitation email.

    This year the winning tipper in each code will win Favourite Team Supporters Merchandise Can Fridge, Football, Cap, Polo Shirt and Team Jersey (or equivalent).

    Register today and get tipping!

    Good luck everyone!

    Register today: NRL | AFL

    Jan 2009: New Release: Slimline Corner Beads

    Slimline corner beads have just landed at Wallboard Tools. Trim-Tex Slimline is a 900 corner bead with a low profile build and 32mm mud legs. The beads unique design allows you to create squarer corners quickly and easily. The reduced build size makes Trim-Tex Slimline perfect for areas where skirting boards are to be installed producing a professional appearance. The low profile finish reduces the need for patching behind the skirting.

    Dec 2008: Tapepro release Proreach eXtendable Handles

    Wallboard Tools are pleased to announce the release the new Proreach eXtendable Handle Range

    The Tapepro Extendable Flat Box Handle extends between 980mm-1600mm with two additional positions at 1200mm and 1400mm. This long awaited, multi-position handle makes it quick and easy to switch between wall and ceiling joints. It incorporates the traditional tube size and grip and as well as the industry preferred "all position" brake.
    Features
    • Anodised Tube
    • Anodised head for greater wear resistance
    • Extends from 980mm-1600mm with incremental
    • positions at 1200mm and 1400mm
    • Weighs 1.4kgs
    The Tapepro Extendable Handle extends between 960mm-1600mm with two additional positions at 1200mm and 1400mm. The Extendable handle is the most versatile Tapepro handle ever! It can be fitted with CFA024 ball assembly to create a Corner Finisher Handle which attaches to the range of Straight Glazers or Corner Finishers. It is also compatible with the CRA001 Corner Roller Head Assembly to extend the Corner Roller or either of the Nail Spotter Heads.
    Features
    • Anodised Tube
    • Extends from 960mm-16000mm with incremental positions at 1200mm and 1400mm
    • Can be fitted with the CFA-24 ball assembly, CRA001 Corner Roller Head Assembly or either of the Nail Spotter Heads

    Dec 2008: Christmas Closing Times, Melbourne Branch Relocation

    Please note the following closing times for Wallboard Warehouses during the christmas period.

    • Head Office, West Burleigh - Closing Friday, 19 December 2008, Reopening Monday, 5th January 2009
    • Sydney Branch - Closing Friday, 19 December 2008, Reopening Monday, 5th January 2009
    • Melbourne Branch - Closing Thursday, 11 December 2008, Reopening Monday, 5th January 2009
    Melbourne Warehouse Relocation

    Our Melbourne Distribution branch will be relocating to a new larger location, reopening 5th January 2009.

    New Warehouse Address:
    28 Ovata Drive, Tullamarine.

    Oct 2008: Video Page Update

    Our Videos page located under Technical has undergone some changes, all videos are now available for viewing directly on the webpage without having to download any files.

    Sep 2008: New Stilt Ranges Added

    Wallboard Tools is pleased to announce the addition of the comfortable Dura-Stilt Version 4 Stilts and the revolutionary Skywalker Stilts to our range.

    The Dura-Stilt Version 4 incorporate new foot, ankle and leg harnesses which focus on user safety while also delivering comfort and support.

    Skywalker stilts have adjustable tension springs in the feet, allows the user to stand up straight and walk with more natural motion. Both new sets of stilts are available now from Wallboard Tools in medium and large sizes. For more information follow the links to the stilts section on the website or call Wallboard Tools Customer Service.

    August 2008: 2008 NRL & AFL Footy Tipping Results

    Congratulations to the winners of the 2008 Combined Footy Tipping competition.

    NRL
    1. Robert Taylor $500 Coles Myer Voucher
    2. John Myers (Equal second place) $187.50 Coles Myer Voucher
    3. Jim O'Brien (Equal second place) $187.50 Coles Myer Voucher
    AFL
    1. Michael Reardon (Equal first position) $375 Coles Myer Voucher
    2. John Daldy (Equal first position) $375 Coles Myer Voucher
    3. Jane Aldridge $125 Coles Myer Voucher

    August 2008: Beadex Paper Faced Metal Corner Bead

    Wallboard Tools is pleased to announce the addition of Beadex to our range.

    Beadex profiles are manufactured from high quality paper tape so it has a superior bond with joint compound. The metal strip is rust resistant and protects against chipping, cracking and other normal wear and tear. This perfect fusion of paper tape and metal allows you to create sharp, crisp corners and square set angles.

    Creating the perfect corner with Beadex has never been easier or quicker. Beadex can be installed with the Tapepro Automatic Taping Tools in roughly half the time taken up by traditional methods. There is no exposed metal on the profiles so there is no priming required.

    Follow the links or call Customer Service for more information on the Beadex range.