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1931: New chapter

Arthur Collier Snr buys ‘A Collier & Co’ and with son A Collier Jnr, sells tools from Brixton Road. ‘The Shetack Tool Works Ltd’, selling only high quality products, is incorporated, and both brands Exhibit at The Building Exhibition National Hall Olympia.

1939-45: WW2 Production Line

Small parts made for the Ministry of Supply for the war effort including thousands of sets of instrument screwdrivers and rifle sights.

1955-60: Invention

First copper pipe cutters designed and produced in-house. The Monument professional adjustable basin wrench is invented and patented. John, son of Arthur Collier Jnr, joins the business.

1976: Brand recognition

Company changes name to ‘Monument Tools Ltd’ to enable better brand recognition.

1982 – 84: Awards and patents

Launch of the Size 0 Pipe Cutter, for cutting 4-22mm copper pipe. It wins award at the 1982 Spring Hardware Show. Design and patent of the Monument DIY Tap Reseater. Plastic injection moulding started in house.

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