A1 Supplies enjoys a close affinity to Full of the Pipe 

09/07/2025

Delivering an unbeatable service when it comes to tools, mechanical equipment, cleaning equipment and workwear, A1 Supplies continues its association with Full of the Pipe in 2025 and founding proprietor Shane Duggan is looking forward to another fantastic weekend at Mondello Park. 

Stocking a comprehensive range of garage tools, DIY garden tools, workwear, general tools and consumables, A1 Supplies has gone from strength to strength over the past six years since its inception and getting involved with Full of the Pipe last year proved to be a successful endeavour for owner Shane Duggan in terms of getting his business name and products out there a bit more to a wider audience. 

It kick-started a landmark year for A1 Supplies, who also opened a physical shop for the first time in 2024, located near Clane in County Kildare, on the Clane – Kilcock Road. 

Now settled into its iconic new venue at Mondello Park, Full of the Pipe is literally just down the road from Shane, and the Kildare man will be returning to the show in July 2025 to touch base with customers and friends, old and new. 

“It’s a great show, there’s no doubt about it,” he states. “Last year’s event was brilliant and there were great crowds there. I did a bit of trade at it last year and I met some new customers who I’ve been dealing with ever since, so that’s encouraging. We must be doing something right! It’s good that they are still happy with the products and the service we provide. 

“They’re a great bunch of lads at Full of the Pipe and there’s a brilliant team there. They’re easy to get along with and the atmosphere in Mondello all weekend is great, I’m really looking forward to doing it again this year. 

“I’ve done a few other shows throughout the year, too – car shows, trucks shows, etc. – but in my opinion Full of the Pipe has to be the best. It’s the nearest one to me as well, which obviously helps, but it’s also the best of all the shows. 

“It’s a fantastic weekend’s fun and if you can get a little business out of it all the better. It’s going to be brilliant. The show is excellent, the venue is excellent and I can’t wait to be part of it again. We’re fairly well established at this point, with a nice customer base built up, but new business is always welcome. Over the course of the weekend, I’ll be renewing acquaintances with people and hopefully I’ll meet up with a few new faces as well. It’s going to be good.” 

A1 Supplies specialises in all types of mechanical and garage equipment from hand tools to consumables and much more, sourcing only high-quality, dependable and therefore value-added products from all over Europe and the UK, with the primary customer base comprising those who work in the truck and car industries. 

With the recently-opened physical store providing good coverage of the local area, while A1 Supplies has built up a loyal customer base all over Ireland and delivers products nationwide, Shane stocks renowned brands such as Milwaukee, Draper, Neilsen, US Pro, US Snap Mac and Manarola. 

The business is all about quality tools and equipment, with Shane keeping a close eye on the market to make sure he’s always got the latest and best products. 

For trade tools, garage tools, hand tools, power tools, workwear and safety gear, lighting and power equipment, compressors, lights, batteries and chargers, air guns, spray guns, etc. etc., look no further than A1 Supplies. 

“So far, so good,” says Shane, who set the business up in 2019. “We’ve had a busy year. Opening the store in Clane was a big step and we’re tipping away. 

“Before that, we were doing a lot of business on the road and I was literally operating from the yard at the back of the house. We decided to open the shop to the public and it’s going well. We have customers all over Ireland. We do a good bit locally through the shop and I have the van out on the road every day covering Kildare, Carlow and Laois. As well as that, we ship stuff nationwide as well. 

“We’re expanding and improving the range of products and supplies all the time. We have a new range of cleaning gear and Reflect Auto Care detailing supplies in conjunction with Kevin and new workwear through the Impact brand. 

“We are now stockists for the Neilsen range and that’s one we have been focusing on quite a bit. They do a massive range of superior products, covering every aspect large and small. For reliability and the strength of the tools and products, you can’t beat them. We also still stock all the other leading brands and have something for everybody, be it for a garage, workshop or DIY enthusiast. 

“We cover everybody from apprentices up to fully-qualified plant fitters and have everything available that any mechanic might need. It’s all in stock and ready to go.” 

A1 Supplies is a veritable treasure trove for garages, mechanics, fitters, detailers, valeters, sprayers, etc., anyone working in the automotive industry. Tools, equipment, LED lights, workwear, torches, gloves, clothing – they have something to suit every requirement and budget. 

Shane has the capacity to provide a full garage fit out service and has completed a few of these projects recently, supplying everything needed to completely fit out a brand-new garage within four walls from top to bottom. From floor paint and tough tiles to lights on the ceiling and everything in between, these fit outs cover every base and provide a great snap-shop of the versatility and capabilities of A1 Supplies. 

If you have any queries, then why not have a chat with Shane at Full of the Pipe this weekend? The man behind A1 Supplies attended the very first Full of the Pipe show with his father almost 20 years ago and is delighted to maintain his long and proud association with what has developed into Ireland’s premier annual truck show! 

Full of the Pipe Truck Show Ireland is on July 12 & 13 in Mondello Park