A new industrial development of 13,250 sq ft at Building 1030 was let on a 10-year lease to Techtronic Industries UK Ltd, parent company of power tool giant MILWAUKEE® for a state-of-the-art training centre.

The project team was led by TFT Consultants and including McCurdy Russell Architects, Civil and Structural Engineering Consultants Evolve Consulting Engineers and Building Services Engineering Consultants Shepherd Brombley Partnership. The construction was carried out by Parkway Construction based in Milton Keynes.

As an industry-leading manufacturer of Heavy-Duty Power Tools, Accessories, Outdoor Power Equipment, Hand Tools, Storage and Personal Protective Equipment for professional users worldwide, MILWAUKEE® leads the industry in both durability and performance. With an unwavering commitment to the trades, MILWAUKEE® continues to lead with a focus on providing innovative, trade-specific solutions.

The new facility will feature state-of-the-art training rooms and modern meeting spaces, serving as MILWAUKEE’s premier training and experience centre in Britain. The centre is designed to upskill around 300 employees by providing hands-on experience with an extensive range of power tools, accessories, and safety equipment specifically tailored for the construction industry. The facility will host team meetings and offer customers and contractors opportunities to engage with and experience MILWAUKEE's comprehensive product range.

MILWAUKEE® will also utilise the outdoor space opposite the building to test their range of outdoor power equipment, which includes sustainable, battery-operated products as alternatives to traditional petrol-powered and corded tools. This range features equipment such as lawn mowers and chainsaws, enabling users to efficiently cut grass and timber whilst promoting environmentally friendly practices.

Whilst MILWAUKEE's geographical focus was historically North America, the brand expanded into Australia and Europe between 2001 and 2002, before being acquired by TTI in 2004. TTI is a leading manufacturer and supplier of home improvement and floor care products, employing over 16,000 people globally. The Milwaukee business has experienced remarkable growth in recent years, with headcount having trebled.

Milwaukee tools, consumables and PPE were utilised throughout the construction process, from initial groundwork through to the final stages. Their innovative battery technology helped reduce trailing cables, eliminated the need for petrol, and minimised jobsite emissions during the build.