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Software Built for Tool & Hardware Retailers

Purpose-built software with direct supplier integrations for tool and hardware businesses. Access catalogues with stock availability, place orders and manage retail and trade customers from one platform.

Direct Supplier Integrations

Connected to Your Key Suppliers

Access full product catalogues with pricing and stock availability from your key suppliers. Place orders directly through TABS with Toolbank, Draper and Trend.

Toolbank

Full catalogue with images, descriptions, pricing and stock availability. Place purchase orders directly through TABS.

Draper Tools

Full product data including descriptions, images, pricing and stock availability. Order directly from within the system.

Trend Machinery

Full Trend product range with routing and woodworking tool specifications, pricing and stock availability.

Sealey

Access the full Sealey catalogue with product data, pricing and stock availability direct from the supplier.

Built for Your Workflow

Everything a Tool Retailer Needs in One System

TABS is designed around how tool and hardware retailers actually operate. From the trade counter to the warehouse, every feature works together to save you time and reduce errors.

  • Supplier Catalogues & Stock Availability Access full product catalogues with images, descriptions, pricing and live stock availability from your suppliers. Check what’s available direct from the supplier before you order.
  • Direct Supplier Ordering Place purchase orders to Toolbank, Draper and Trend directly through TABS. Orders flow straight to the supplier without leaving the system.
  • Retail and Trade from One System Handle walk-in retail customers and trade accounts side by side. Set different pricing structures, credit limits and terms per customer or group.
  • Barcode Scanning and EPOS Purpose-built for tool retail environments. Fast barcode scanning, intuitive touch screen interface and instant stock updates at the point of sale.
  • Real-Time Stock Visibility See live stock levels across your counter, warehouse and online channels. Know exactly what you have and where it is at all times.
  • Supplier Data Feed Reports Instantly see what’s changed with the New Item Report and Price Changes Report. Spot new products, price increases and discontinued lines so you can act quickly.

Supplier Data Feeds

Catalogues & stock availability

Connected
Toolbank 12,450 products
Draper Tools 8,320 products
Trend Machinery 3,180 products
Sealey 9,750 products
Total Products 33,700
Price Changes 14 to review

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions from tool and hardware retailers considering TABS.

Which tool suppliers does TABS integrate with?
TABS integrates with Toolbank, Draper Tools, Trend Machinery and Sealey. You get access to full catalogues with images, descriptions, pricing and stock availability. Direct ordering is available with Toolbank, Draper and Trend.
How do I keep up with supplier price and product changes?
TABS includes a Supplier Data Feed New Item Report and a Price Changes Report. These let you instantly see what has changed — new products, price increases, discontinued lines — so you can review the changes and act accordingly. No trawling through spreadsheets or emails from suppliers.
Does it work for both retail and trade customers?
Yes, TABS lets you handle walk-in retail sales and trade account customers from the same system with different pricing structures. You can set up customer-specific pricing, trade discounts, credit limits and payment terms while still serving retail customers at standard prices through the same till.
Can I sell tools online as well as in-store?
Yes, TABS integrates with Shopify, Amazon, eBay and Google Shopping. Stock levels sync in real time across all channels so you never oversell. Orders from every channel feed back into the same system for picking, packing and dispatch.

Let's Transform Your Business

See how TABS works for tool and hardware retailers. Book a personalised demo with our team.

Based in the North

Manchester, UK

Phone

0161 925 6121

Email

info@etabsltd.co.uk