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November 2008
Racking your brain for Garment storage solutions? - Then turn to BiGDUG
If you are fitting out a shop or want to change your racking, maybe you just want to be organised for the last minute Christmas retail rush, then the new Chrome Garment Racking and MAX Garment Racking from BiGDUG are for you. The gorgeous chrome garment racks offer exceptional value and are priced starting from only £89 excluding vat. This racking is highly versatile and will fit into any potential shop space as it comes in an amazing five size variations. The super shiny looking nickel chrome finish is sure to add a beautiful festive sparkle on the shop floor. Managing Director at BiGDUG, the shelving and racking experts, Doug Nourse said: "These garment racks are ideal for a shop display, garment storage or even for use in the home. With Christmas rapidly approaching I'm sure shop owners will appreciate our chrome garment racking, it is a very attractive way to display garments ensuring they fly off the racking and turn into sales!" The garment racking can hold up to 300kgs UDL per shelf and as there are no nuts or bolts involved in putting the garment racks together they can be easily assembled. If you have problems with spacing out your garments on racks then the improved product visibility and air circulation that the Chrome garment racks provide could be perfect for your needs. If you are after a different look for your racking needs then perhaps the new MAX Garment Racking maybe more suitable. It comes in a fully welded, powder coated blue frame. This is ideally suited for use in the stock room or looks equally at home used as a retail display. The MAX garment racking is sold in frames and beams that will suit all your configuration requirements. The racking frames are available in three heights - 1800mm, 2400mm and 3000mm. The beams offer two options 1200mm and 1500mm. Managing Director at BiGDUG, the shelving and racking experts, Doug Nourse said: "Because each frame can support beams on both sides it could save you vital space and money. The MAX offers easy self-assembly as the beams simply lock into the frames and will have you up and running in time for Christmas."
November 2008
GO GREEN WITH RECYCLABLE SHELVING SOLUTIONS
In light of recent Government initiatives to turn just about everything green, we have seen the introduction of gas powered vehicles, the absence of the trusty carrier bag and even a new trend for environmentally friendly furniture, now the experts at BiGDUG are jumping on the green bandwagon with their nifty take on recyclable shelving.It seems that as companies attempt to reduce their carbon footprint, set a good example to their employees and cut down the impact that they have on the environment, it becomes clear that there is a huge gap in the market for innovative solutions that deal with both household and office waste - That is until now! Managing director at BiGDUG, the shelving and racking experts, Doug Nourse said, "The launch of our brand new recycling kits, provide our customers with another way to protect the environment, and as ‘going green’ is a current buzzword, it seems essential that we provide products to aid this cause." Mr Nourse added, "Our new recycling shelving kits allow you to organise your waste in an efficient and orderly manner for the good of the environment, these units are extremely hardy and can hold huge amounts of waste to save regular trips to the bin, the Black Plastic Chrome Shelving in particular holds 300kg per level." The heavy-duty polypropylene boxes, each feature a snap fit lid to trap in odours, making them ideal for both home and office use, as these forward-thinking shelving units eliminate the bad odours, that many may associate with the recycling process. For the lazy amongst us, there is no need to worry about the hours spent, rotating the flat pack instructions to no avail, as each unit allows for simple self-assembly in minutes - what a relief! With prices starting at just £39 per unit, there really is no better way to do your bit towards protecting the planet, especially when the capacity of each box is 30 litres and measures - 260 h x 360 w x 460mm d. Just to aid the recycling process, the experts at BiGDUG have thought of everything and made sure that each of the recycling shelving kits, include a pack of 9 labels so that each box can be marked accordingly, removing the need to rummage through each box on 'bin day'. Mr Nourse added, "We are really excited about the launch of our recycling kits and we are pleased to say that so far they have been greatly received. It seems people really are seeking to reduce the impact that they are having on the environment."
November 2008
BiGDUG To Launch Forward-Thinking Shelving And Racking Solutions
Gone are the days of struggling to put up shelving and racking, armed with a drill in one hand and a mallet in the other! BiGDUG are set to launch their innovative new range of Widespan shelving, meaning less time examining the instruction manual from every angle imaginable and more time to get the important jobs finished! What's more, not only is their new range easy to put up, it is cheaper than many of the leading brands, making it a cost-effective solution that is also softer on the pocket. Managing director Doug Nourse said, "Our Widespan shelving is extremely easy to build, with pre built frames, all you have to do is lock the beams in." Mr Nourse added, "We are very excited by our new range of Widespan shelving, it offers quality at an affordable price, something synonymous with the BiGDUG brand." Their Budget Widespan Racking comes with four levels, in a powder coated silver finish making sure that it would fit perfectly into any environment, and its sturdy steel construction with 375kgs UDL capacity per level means that it is hard wearing and suitable for even the heaviest of loads. A novel aspect to their new racking range is that it can be adapted to suit the customer's primary needs. Each of the decks can be customised to make them suitable for either outdoor or indoor usage. Their chipboard decks are the ideal companion for dry indoor environments and similarly their choice of mesh panels are immensely hard wearing for outdoor damp conditions or archiving environments to reduce the fire risk. Moreover, if that was not enough, for a limited period only their new range is available at a special introductory price. Their second product in the range is their MAX Widespan Racking, which is a new heavy-duty range that comes fully welded with powder coated blue frames for maximum strength and rapid assembly. Available in three heights of heights of 1800mm, 2400mm and 3000mm the range is extremely versatile and perfect for major loads being their strongest shelving yet! BiGDUG experts in shelving and racking, are proud to add this new addition to their already extensive product range, including their BiG Industrial Shelving starting from as little as £89, their 2130 mm High Chrome Shelving and their Galvanised Industrial Shelving. Mr Nourse added, "We are over the moon to be in a position where we can continuously update our already ample range. As long as there are new needs to be met BiGDUG will continue to provide market-leading solutions."
October 2008
BiGDUG GO INTERACTIVE WITH TV REVAMP
It was a case of out with the old and in with the new for leaders in shelving and storage solutions, BiGDUG, after their BiGDUG TV channel was given the 'Star Treatment'. Sporting a brand new look, the online channel now offers the customer with a much more interactive experience, offering up on the spot advice, product information on their unique range of shelving and even a run-down of product features. Managing Director, Doug Nourse said, "We are really excited about the revamp, we have given BiGDUG TV a sleeker look and our main objective was to provide the customer with more of a TV experience than the regular website experience." The new edition to their website now puts the companies standout content right at its heart, encouraging more customers than ever before to not just visit the site but to leave feeling that they have been educated in BiGDUG's expansive range of shelving, racking and storage solutions. BiGDUG are now better equipped than ever before to provide storage solutions, from small scale operations like the re-organisation of a garage to a full-scale project like tidying up a warehouse, they are now able to offer a superb range of shelving to suit any racking or storage need that you may have. In addition to these inspirational storage ideas, BiGDUG now offer its customers a wide choice of workbenches, parts bins, storage boxes, trucks and trolleys.Mr Nourse added, "We are pleased to finally be able to showcase our fantastic range of products on a website that now does them justice, this is just another step towards building up our reputation as the UK's best value online shelving, racking and storage company."
September 2008
WASTE OF SPACE - Daily Star 4th September 2008
England's football team has been named the biggest waste of space EVER, in a new poll.
The humiliating failure to even qualify for this summer’s Euro 2008 the first major tournament England has missed out on since the 1994 World Cup left millions of fans devastated.
Steve McClaren’s multi-million pound players needed just a point from their last group game against Croatia to secure their place in Austria and Switzerland.
But a shameful 3-2 defeat led to McClaren’s sacking and football fans across the country facing an England-free tournament.
And the flop team which included Wayne Rooney, John Terry and Frank Lampard beat disgraced Babyshambles front man Pete Doherty to take the biggest waste of space top spot.
Third in the poll, of 3,000 Brits is Prime Minister Gordon Brown whose Government many blame for the current credit crunch crisis, rising fuel and food prices and falling house market.
A spokesman for storage product specialists www.BiGDUG.co.uk, who carried out the poll, said "I think the whole nation was left disappointed and felt let down when England failed to
qualify for the Euro 2008 finals. This is reflected in the survey findings."
"We aren't surprised by Gordon Brown's high entry either. British citizens have lost trust in his government and his constant dithering coupled with policy u-turns have made
his tenure at the top an uncomfortable experience".
"We conducted the survey to find out what people deemed a waste of space. As storage product specialists we try to minimise the floor space wasted by businesses across the UK ".
Toilet roll covers were voted into fourth place while former Atomic Kitten singer Kerry Katona, who was recently declared bankrupt, is at five.
The Eurovision Song Contest, which usually sees the UK languishing near the bottom of the table, came sixth, followed by glamour girl Jodie Marsh.
Mayor of London Boris Johnson came eighth, just weeks after he was criticised at the Olympic handover in Beijing for accepting the flag with one hand, having his hands in
his pockets and not buttoning up his jacket.
Heiress Paris Hilton is at number nine while the salads sold by fast food chain McDonalds completed the top ten.
Other celebrities to feature in the poll, include 19-year-old Peaches Geldolf, at number 15, who shocked the nation by marrying singer Max Drummey, just weeks after meeting him.
Pop Star flops The Cheeky Girls are at number 17 while GMTV Host Fiona Phillips, who has just announced she is quitting her job on the sofa, is at number 30.
Top 50 wastes of space
1. England football team
2. Pete Doherty
3. Gordon Brown
4. Toilet roll covers
5. Kerry Katona
6. Eurovision Song Contest
7. Jodie Marsh
8. Boris Johnson
9. Paris Hilton
10. McDonald’s salads
11. Heather Mills
12. Mini roundabouts
13. Calum Best
14. Digital photo frames
15. Peaches Geldolf
16. The UK Independence Party
17. The Cheeky Girls
18. Personal number plates
19. Traffic wardens
20. Steve McLaren
21. Padded coat hangers
22. The Monster Raving Loony Party
23. Quilted toilet paper
24. Terminal 5
25. Danielle Lloyd
26. Cherie Blair
27. Big Brother
28. Fitness DVD’s
29. Potpourri
30. Fiona Phillips
31. Skimmed milk
32. Mini-disc players
33. Paul Danan
34. Lava lamps
35. Michelle Heaton
36. Highways agency motorway patrol
37. Dean Gaffney
38. Don’t Forget the Lyrics! show
39. The sport of curling
40. Paul Burrell
41. Mopeds
42. Shoe horns
43. Chantelle Houghton
44. Trouser presses
45. Christine Hamilton
46. Facial saunas
47. Sadie Frost
48. Teas maids
49. Keith Chegwin
50. Darren Day
August 2008
Great Shelving Ideas For When Limited Floor Space Drives You Up The Walls!
BiGDUG, the online cheap shelving retailer, has a handy solution for those stuck in small spaces with enough tools, boxes and miscellaneous items to fill a large truck. Its new range of plastic shelving is designed to fit into even the cosiest of nooks for maximum storage capacity. The compact adjustable shelving packs a real punch despite its tiny stature with a 20kg uniform distributed load capacity. That’s enough to stack tool kits, car parts, cleaning accessories, drills and boxes comfortably. BiGDUG director Jon Powell said, "Smaller spaces are the hardest to keep tidy and organised, which is why we are delighted to introduce our new range of adjustable shelving purposefully designed for garages, sheds and other tiny areas." Easy to assemble in three different formations, the UK manufactured shelving pack is made from tough polypropylene plastic. That means it will stand the test of time as well as being sturdy enough to cope with the demands of everyday storage. Small spaces can double or quadruple their storage capacity by using the wall space to hold often-used items. The plastic shelving can be built in sections with grids of two, four or even six shelves marching up the sides of the room. At just £13 for a kit containing two shelves, four supports and four shelf brackets, even the prices are small! Find out more about storage solutions for small spaces at BiDGUG.co.uk the UK’s number one choice for affordable racking and shelving.
June 2008
BiGDUG Takes the Strain Out of Heavy Lifting
Health and safety in the workplace is a hot topic these days, with regulations being tightened, companies being held more responsible and a growing litigious culture of 'no win, no fee' claims for accidents at work. Companies and employees alike need to protect themselves from harm, especially when their business involves moving heavy goods. BiGDUG helps take the strain with their array of trucks and trolleys, just part of their wider range of shelving and racking. Everyone knows the best way to protect your back from undue strain is to bend your knees and keep your back as straight as possible when lifting heavy items. But if you have to lift things continually throughout your day then even this won't protect you from possible long-term damage. The safest option is to use a 'truck'; a hand-held device on wheels that enables you to move heavy goods with all the strain on the truck and none on your joints and muscles. Trucks are designed to be lightweight and easy to manoeuvre, making light work out of the heaviest of lifting. Not only are trucks vital in helping to save back muscles, they're also perfect for moving goods around small storage areas or awkward spaces and when items need to be continually moved from one location to another. All trucks capable of carrying weights of 150kg or more have pneumatic tyres that make it easy to steer around the tightest corners. Even flights of stairs can't stop a truck in its tracks; the stairclimber truck has a three-wheel-in-one design that enables even heavy goods to easily be taken up stairs or over kerbs. No longer are these trucks just in the industrial domain; now households and small shops can take the strain out of heavy lifting by ordering a truck or trolley from www.BiGDUG.co.uk. BiGDUG has a truck or trolley for just about every possible need, from around the house to the most industrial of enterprises. The smallest in the range is the Folding Hand Truck which is made from lightweight aluminium and folds away so that it can be stored in the smallest of spaces. The Standard Sack Truck is a little larger and made from heavier-weight materials, making it suitable for moving goods up to 150kg. Their multi position truck range has several different variations of positions and uses and, able to move up to 250kg, is at the industrial end of the spectrum. BiGDUG are not only expansive in their truck and trolley offering, however, as they also stock wide ranges of workbenches, industrial shelving, cheap shelving, storage and racking. Indeed BiGDUG are essentially a one-stop-shop for anything to do with shelving, racking and storage. It seems that in addition to this, thanks to their trucks and trolley range, they can even help with life's aches and pains.
May 2008
BiGDUG's Garage Deals
If you're operating a garage you'll know that organisation is the key to success. BiGDUG's range of heavy duty shelving, racking units and other related items, supply storage solutions and safety features that can help make your business run soundly and offer a way to display all your equipment so it's more readily to hand. Starting from the ground up, BiGDUG's Garage Flooring Set is ideal for use in workshops as well as garages to prevent fatigue and provide a decent floor for lying on whilst under vehicles. It works by absorbing the shock associated with working on concrete floors and is water resistant, easy to clean and great for preventing slipping around sinks and washers. Priced extremely competitively, the set includes 6 inter-locking pieces each measuring 600 x 600mm with a total surface area of 1200 x 1800mm. For holding any bulky items, their large size industrial shelving is essential. Perfect for use in factories, stores and workshops as well, there 'no nuts or bolts' design make them a breeze to put together: simply tap in to place with the rubber mallet provided. Each chipboard shelf is rated to 300kgs UDL and is adjustable every 40mm. The European manufactured units are TUV GS tested and certified, can be joined together using bay connectors running either 'back to back' or 'side by side' and start at a very reasonable £66. Useful whether you're on the road or based on solid ground, BiGDUG's van and garage racking is great for storing small components. Its 7 plastic removable trays make transportation to work areas easy and it has a lockable side bar. Overall it measures 990h x 490w x 340mm deep. The metal frame may require drilling if installing inside a vehicle and costs just £169. BiGDUG doesn't only supply shelving and racking though, but offers a wide range of products from workstations, trolleys, lockers and bins all manufactured to the highest EU standards. They aim to have your order at your door within 2 days and are consistently checking their prices to make sure they get the best deal for you.
April 2008
BiGDUG Serves Up a Deal for the Catering Industry
Opening a restaurant or café can put a considerable drain on your finances because of the amount of layout required upfront, so any help you can get to cut those initial costs should come as a welcome blessing. From BiGDUG, the number one online supplier of shelving and racking, your food preparation and storage areas could be fitted out for a fraction of the price from other similar retailers and leave you more money to spend on creating a front-of-house that pulls in the crowds. BiGDUG provides hygienic shelving that not only complies with NF Hygiene food classification certification standards and has a simple ‘no tool’ self assembly design that sees them up and operational in just a few minutes, but they also start from an amazingly low £145, good news for any catering business. They are available in either ‘starter’ or ‘add-in’ form to minimise cost in runs. Each unit has an anodised aluminium frame and beams with 4 removable dishwasher safe polymer shelf panels, each capable of carrying up to 120kgs UDL and adjustable every 200mm so you can set the levels to your own specification. Convenient, affordable and easy to set up they provide hygienic shelving solutions not only for restaurants but for all catering, hospital or cold room applications. With over 20,000 customers, BiGDUG can confidently claim to provide a satisfaction guaranteed service with reliable and informed staff always ready on the end of the line to talk to you about your shelving, racking and storage needs, whether you need warehouse or industrial shelving or a space saving solution in your office. Not only do they stock top quality, reliable products but boast prices that are simply unbeatable. Their extensive range also includes Vworkstations, trolleys, lockers and bins all manufactured to the highest EU standards. They aim to have your order at your door within 2 days and are consistently checking their prices to make sure they get the best deal for you.
March 2008
BiG Deals with Mini Prices
Starting up a business can be a daunting process with unexpected costs appearing out of no where. You need to be able to find the right storage solutions but without paying an arm and a leg for them. Right now at BiGDUG, the best online store for shelving and racking, their Mega Deals could be just what you need to help you on your way. Ideal for small businesses and workshops, their garage starter kit and Mega Deal 1 comes in three different sizes and starts from a fantastically low £139. It comprises four shelving bays, a workbench, connectors and a rubber mallet. This sturdy steel shelving comes with five chipboard decks, adjustable to 40mm increments, which can carry 150kg of uniformed distributed load each, while the tough little workstation holds a whopping 300kg UDL on both of its levels. For a bigger storage solution their best bargain and Mega Deal 3, is the warehouse shelving kit which consists of twelve bays of shelving plus two workstations, ten bay connectors and a rubber mallet to put it all together, all for an unbelievable £999. Great for workshops, factories and warehouses as well as small businesses, this amazing offer gives you steel framed shelving with chipboard decks capable of carrying 300kgs UDL on each of its four adjustable shelf levels. Likewise the workstations can withstand weight of 300kg per main UDL (although this does not pertain to the smaller deep rear shelving). As with all shelving from BiGDUG there are no nuts and bolts involved, you just simply tap all the parts in to place to assembly. BiGDUG doesn't only supply shelving but offers a wide range of products from racking, workstations, trolleys, lockers and bins through to commercial and industrial shelving. They aim to have your order at your door within 2 days and are consistently checking their prices to make sure they get the best deal for you. All their products are manufactured to the highest EU quality standards and are extremely reliable, so much so that if for some reason you are not entirely happy their satisfaction Guarantee means your money will be returned to you (conditions apply). All prices are + VAT.
March 2008
Time For Spring Cleaning, BiGDUG Has All Your Storage Solutions
If you have looked at you garden recently, you may well see some changes. The trees are once again coming to life, the wildlife is emerging bleary eyed from the long winter, and for many households and businesses, it's time for that yearly tradition of spring cleaning. So often it's not what you need to throw away, but where to put everything that's accumulated over the past year that is the problem. Fortunately BiGDUG, suppliers of excellent quality, low cost shelving, racking and storage systems are sure to have a storage solution for any household or industrial area. Think back to the same time last year, you may well have gone through the same routine. Every storage area or work place starts off clean, tidy and well organised, but after a hectic year, these areas are a haven for all the things you just can't throw away. As the UK's best value online retailer of shelves and racking solutions BiGDUG specialises in no-nonsense, easy to assemble products for the home and industry. With hundreds of shelving solutions, from cheap storage and archive shelving for students and shelves for kid's bedrooms to workbenches and maximum strength shelving for use in factories and workshops, BiGDUG has the lot. Shelves are available in various strength levels, ranging from the big hitting 600kgs load of the heavy duty MAX1 design to the 250kgs per level MAX 2 industrial shelving system. For long term storage of bulky boxes and documents, the MAX archive boasts all of the benefits of a 265kgs load capacity combined with extra deep bays available in single or double depth formats for storage of larger containers. All MAX shelving from BiGDUG features quick, boltless assembly so configurations can be changed with the minimum of fuss. Extra strength shelves and additional bays can be added and removed and are available for online order from as little as £24. BiGDUG specialises in shelving and racking for the home and industry that is easy to assemble and operate. Quick and strong, BiGDUG shelving is the best value in the UK with saving of as much as 30% over web and high-street competitors. Shelves, racking, workbenches, lockers and more are all available to order online or over the phone for quick delivery.
February 2008
Big Dug Provides Space to Work
Has your office begun to resemble a jumble sale? Is everything starting to pile up? Are you finally at your wits end, sick of having to waste valuable time whenever you need a file? Why put yourself through all that misery when a strategically placed set of office shelves from BiGDUG could turn your workplace into the picture of Zen once again. Easy to erect, the steel shelving from BiGDUG is made to fit seamlessly into your office with as little fuss as possible. Its boltless design makes assembly a breeze, even for the most D.I.Y incompetent, and with five adjustable steel shelves to each bay, you can alter the layout to fit your needs. Starting from as little as £43 this cheap shelving is suitable for home or work with its attractive white powder coated paint finish. Both the top and bottom shelves are capable of carrying loads up to 150kgs of uniformly distributed load (UDL) while the other three can handle up to 85kg UDL. If you know it’s no longer necessary to keep to hand some of the files you have lying around, why not pack them away in a convenient vcardboard document box? At just £1.39 each they provide an easy way to keep everything together and can hold up to 20kg UDL. These sturdy boxes come with a lid. For those needing considerably more storage however, BiGDUG also supply document shelving from just £59. They come with 10-15 document boxes depending on size and each shelf can withstand a distributed weight of 265kg. For such a small price you could completely open up your work space again, dispelling the clutter and allowing you the space to think straight again. BiGDUG doesn’t just supply shelving for offices though but offers a wide range of products from racking, workstations, trolleys, lockers and bins through to commercial and industrial shelving. They aim to have your order at your door within 2 days and are consistently checking their prices to make sure they get the best deal for you. There is even an interactive space planner on the website to aid in planning an office fit out or putting your workplace into prospective.
January 2008
BiGDUG Launches BiGDUG TV
Value online shelving retailer, BiGDUG is set to change the nation's attitude to storage and shelving forever and inspire a whole new generation of DIY enthusiasts with the launch of BiGDUG TV. The UK’s first dedicated online station geared towards budget shelving, racking and storage solutions for residential and commercial applications, BiGDUG TV features product related videos, advice pieces, product reviews, assembly challenges and special offers, all available to watch and play back in an easy to use and completely interactive online viewer. Speaking at the launch of the TV channel, Doug Nourse, Managing Director of BiGDUG said "We are very excited about the new channel and look forward to customers using the interactive features. As we add more shelving and racking videos, and enhance the user interface through 2008, we will have one of the most dynamic sites in our market sector." After watching the videos made by the BiGDUG team and seeing the Gloucester firm's cheap shelving, racking, industrial shelving and workstations assembled in double-quick time, the virtual channel contains handy links to all products and accessories used within the tech broadcasts. BiGDUG TV follows in the footsteps of popular home decoration and DIY programmes and is intended to reignite the nation's passion for home improvement. Informational features will also educate commercial users on the best use of space, providing even greater value for money from the cheap shelving specialists.
November 2007
MAXimise Your Racking with BiGDUG
MAXimise Your Racking with BiGDUG. BiGDUG, the UK's best value online racking and shelving company, has unveiled a new maximum strength range of heavy duty shelving solutions. The MAX collection of industrial shelving holds loads of up to 600kgs per level. At up to 30% less expensive than competitor products, BiGDUG’s BiGDUG MAX shelving is available in a wide range of sizes, making it suitable for most applications in the home, factory, garage and workshop. “MAX shelves and racking units are designed with centre support beams and reinforced with C section beams to make them our strongest industrial shelving yet, said Doug Nourse, BiGDUG's chief executive. Their huge load capability makes them an ideal space saver in busy warehouses and factories as they can safely hold up to 2500kgs per bay.” All MAX shelving from BiGDUG features quick, boltless assembly so configurations can be changed with the minimum of fuss. Extra galvanised shelves and additional bays can be added and removed and are available for online order from as little as £24. Shelves are available in various strength levels, ranging from the 600kgs per shelf load of the heavy duty MAX1 design to the 250kgs per level MAX2 industrial shelving system. For long term storage of bulky boxes and documents, the MAX Archive boasts all of the benefits of a 265kgs load capacity combined with extra deep bays available in single or double depth formats for storage of larger containers. All MAX boltless shelving and racking components are finished in a modern powder coated paint. BiGDUG specialises in shelving and racking for the home and industry that is easy to assemble and operate. Quick and strong, BiGDUG shelving is the best value in the UK with saving of as much as 30% over web and high-street competitors. Shelves, racking, workbenches, lockers and more are all available to order online or over the phone for quick delivery.
July 2007
BiGDUG uses SMS for marketing
Mkodo has announced that BiGDUG, the number one provider for low cost shelving, is integrating the mkodo Intelligent Mobile Platform (IMP) with its print advertising campaign. Future advertisements from BiGDUG will not only promote specific products, but will also include a text number, which interested parties can SMS to order the company’s complete catalogue. The IMP will manage the correspondence by sending a text that acknowledges the request. It will then move the contact names and numbers into a database so that BiGDUG can manage the mailings. Doug Nourse, BiGDUG’s chief executive, said, "We believe that this campaign will help us by being more efficient. Only those interested will request the catalogue and it will give those companies the immediacy only available to mobile communications. Mkodo’s IMP will provide us with complete report details for our real-time and post campaign analysis." Sue Yoxall, mkodo's executive director, said, "We are pleased to see a company like BiGDUG being so progressive in its advertising campaign, by taking advantage of the very latest in mobile technology. By integrating SMS with its print advertising, BiGDUG have taken a huge step forward in achieving interactive client marketing. By instigating these new marketing efforts, companies like BiGDUG will be rewarded with customer loyalty and improved communications." Mkodo limited has been a leader in the market for provision of Direct to Customer (D2C) mobile communication services since May 2001. The mkodo Intelligent Mobile Platform (IMP) is an industry leading flagship product and is available as a managed service or a software licence. Using mkodo expertise and off-the-shelf tools, clients can integrate SMS, Mobile Content, WAP, Mobile Portals, MMS and other mobile technologies in their marketing, commerce, CRM, research, business efficiency or mobile content delivery services. Mkodo's blue chip client base benefits from the highest quality technical and customer services. Mkodo have proven experience with thousands of successful activities across the globe. Clients include: MTV Networks, Proximity, Turner Broadcasting (Cartoon Network), The Armed Forces, DMG World Media, Grolsch, Creation Financial Services, Reed Exhibitions, Ideal Shopping Direct, Linney Design.
June 2007
BiGDUG introduces the new Gratnells Storage Range for schools and colleges
BiGDUG, the UK's best value online racking and shelving company, has introduced offers on a new range of modular Gratnells tray storage units, exclusively for schools and colleges. The Gratnells tray storage units boast a fully modular design for optimum flexibility, with a light but strong bumper grade plastic frame. As a result, they're the ideal storage and shelving units for use in a classroom environment - on desks or under benches - complete with castors for easy mobility. Additionally, schools that take advantage of BiGDUG's introductory prices on Gratnells tray storage will receive their items fully assembled and ready to use on delivery. For a fun twist, Gratnells trays are available in six popular colours, clicking together to form a strong plastic frame that's light and simple to move. Moreover, Gratnells tray storage system is 100 per cent recyclable - therefore, it is the perfect storage tool for schools and colleges eager to teach their students about the values of the environment. Doug Nourse, chief executive of BiGDUG, said: "Our easy to use, low-cost storage bays have always been a hit with primary schools and other educational institutions. And with our exclusive new introductory offers on Gratnells tray storage units, schools and colleges will be able to kill two birds with one stone: by minimising costs and finding a top quality, versatile storage system. Mr. Nourse added: "Our Gratnells storage products are also fantastic value when compared to traditional wood or metal framed storage and are fully recyclable - so they adhere entirely to BiGDUG's solid commitment to give something back to the community." BiGDUG's range of shelving, storage and racking items offer schools and colleges a range of classroom-compatible products, including lockers, shelving storage bays with flip-top boxes and archive shelving, amongst many other shelving and racking items. Furthermore, BiGDUG also constantly updates its product sales, so anyone looking for budget shelving and storage items online will be able to find a range of special offers on its mega deals section, in keeping with BiGDUG's commitment to be the UK's number one provider of low-cost shelving online.
June 2007
BiGDUG appoints a new Business Development Manager
BiGDUG, the UK's best value online racking and shelving company, is pleased to announce that Mike Harding will be their new business development manager from Monday June 18th 2007. BiGDUG specialises in providing quality shelving and racking on a budget, and has recently opened up a new warehouse in Staunton, Gloucestershire. Mr Harding will be joining BiGDUG in their Staunton headquarters from next week. Previously, Mr Harding has worked at Rapid Racking, a leading UK storage and racking supplier, and The Consortium, vendors of educational equipment and products in Britain. In his role as business development manager at BiGDUG, Mr Harding will primarily be involved in seeking out new BiGDUG product lines in order to preserve the company's status as the UK's number one store for low-cost shelving online. Doug Nourse, BiGDUG's Managing Director, commented: "I'm very happy to announce that Mike Harding has agreed to become BiGDUG's new business development manager, and we're excited to see how he'll influence the future shape of our company. Having previously worked at Rapid Racking, one of our biggest competitors, we're sure that Mike will be able to bring both enthusiasm and exceptional industry knowledge to the table." Mr Nourse added: "As our business development manager, Mike will mainly be concentrating on developing new product lines for BiGDUG, while at the same time continuing our pledge to be the leading budget shelving store online and adhering to BiGDUG's commitment to support our local community in Gloucestershire." In May, BiGDUG supported multimedia students from the University of Gloucestershire, when the company provided BiGDUG shelving items to six teams as props for assignment in which they had to create a short promotional video. The winning team invented "BiGDUG: the game", in which shelving and storage products were depicted in the form of a computer game.
May 2007
BiGDUG sponsors the University of Gloucestershire
BiGDUG, the UK's best value online racking and shelving company, recently provided support - as well as quality shelving - to University of Gloucestershire media students during their latest exercise. As part of an introductory course on multimedia, offered by the University of Gloucestershire multimedia department, BiGDUG supplied six teams taking part with BiGDUG shelving and racking to create a promotional DVD for the company. As part of the video assignment, students were required to use the BiGDUG shelving items provided in a humorous and innovative way, in order to create a promotional video that would stand out. Among the entries was a video which showed BiGDUG shelving and racking foiling a thief as he tries to escape, while another depicted the iconic Hollywood sign in LA with BiGDUG shelving. The eventual winner was announced on Friday May 25th, and first place was awarded to Team 'Shake and Bake'. Their promotional DVD invented "BiGDUG: the Game", whereby BiGDUG shelving and boxes were played out in the form of a retro computer game and given a refreshing and fun element. Doug Nourse from BiGDUG commented: "BiGDUG has just opened a new warehouse in Staunton and, as a result, we're committed to supporting and fostering young talent wherever we can in our local area. The promotional DVDs made by the University of Gloucestershire multimedia students showed great promise and outstanding creative skills, and we look forward to seeing more from them in the future!" He added: "It's great to see BiGDUG's shelving and racking being used in a novel and exciting way, rather than simply as a storage facility!" BiGDUG is no stranger to making videos about its products. BiGDUG TV offers visitors to the shelving and racking vendor's site a glimpse into how quick and how easy it is to assemble BiGDUG shelving, as well as how strong their products really are.
April 2007
BiGDUG opens a new warehouse in Gloucestershire
BiGDUG, the UK's best value online racking and shelving company, has just opened a new warehouse in Staunton, Gloucestershire. The new warehouse is approximately 10,000 square feet in size, and has been built to house BiGDUG's rapidly expanding business. What's more, the new BiGDUG warehouse is set in a beautiful farm development with two fishing lakes situated in the grounds. As Britain's premier online racking and shelving store, BiGDUG offers a range of shelving bargains and special offers. With deals on a variety of shelving products, including industrial shelving, archive shelving and chrome shelving in a variety of styles and colours, BiGDUG is firmly positioning itself as the online market leader in racking and shelving. A spokesperson for BiGDUG commented : "We're very pleased to announce the opening of our new Warehouse in Gloucestershire. With its stunning farm setting, and two picturesque fishing lakes surrounding the site, the warehouse is sure to make an admirable addition to BiGDUG's fast-growing business." The spokesperson added: A fast growing business has not been achieved to the detriment of the environment, recycling of waste products has increased by 50% over the last year and with the new facilities should increase to almost 80% of waste products being recycled.” "This new building will help BiGDUG continue to expand its reputation as the first stop for the shelving and racking needs of a variety of internet users in the UK. BiGDUG customers can continue to expect the same first-rate customer service they've become accustomed to when buying shelving from our site." People buying shelving and racking products from BiGDUG will also be able choose from a range of other storage and warehouse products, including trucks and trolleys, plastic bins, workbenches and storage bays with plastic boxes. What's more, BiGDUG offers specialised shelving and racking starter kits, so customers who are less sure of what they're looking for will be able to buy the right shelving products for their purposes. For instance, a Small Business Starter Kit from BiGDUG contains four shelf units, one workbench, one mallet and bay connectors, while a Warehouse Starter Kit will set customers up with all they need for their new warehouse.
