Mark Vitow Ltd Partners with Ox Tools in the Plumbing & Heating Sector

Mark Vitow Ltd, a leading independent distributor and manufacturer of plumbing, heating, and bathroom supplies, is shaking up the industry by forging an exclusive partnership with Ox Tools. This bold alliance will introduce Ox Tools’ cutting-edge products to Mark Vitow’s vast network of plumbing and heating merchants across the UK.

Mark Vitow Ltd has been a trusted name for over 30 years, serving more than 2,500 merchant customers with next-day delivery and an extensive selection of leading brands, including the comprehensive VITOW range. The Ox Tools partnership builds on Mark Vitow’s track record of successful partnerships, such as the exclusive distribution of OB1® to plumbing and heating merchants, further reinforcing its reputation for nurturing and expanding brands in the sector.

James Cranham, Commercial Director at Mark Vitow, highlighted the significance of the partnership: ““At Mark Vitow, we champion strategic distribution partnerships and see ourselves as market makers, using our reach and expertise to take trailblazing brands to the next level. This collaboration with Ox Tools is a natural fit – it’s fresh, exciting, and laser focused. Our shared goal is to fuel brand growth and deliver unmatched value to our customers, broadening access to Ox Tools’ innovative range with competitive terms and outstanding service.”

Paul Lycett, Ox Tools’ UK Sales Director, shared his enthusiasm for the collaboration, explaining how their “innovative, disruptive, cool” brand aligns perfectly with Mark Vitow’s expertise in the sector. “We’re committed to Living the Trade, while Mark Vitow has the connections to bring the products to new audiences who will love them,” he explains.

Both companies view this collaboration as a powerful way to bring the best products to market, combining the strengths of manufacturer and distributor in a symbiotic relationship. “With Ox Tools’ revolutionary products and Mark Vitow’s extensive network, this alliance redefines what’s possible in the sector,” says Cranham.

Ox Tools started in 2010, originally importing diamond blades into the UK. Since then, the company has launched groundbreaking products and introduced its own workwear range in 2018, appealing to a new generation of installers with high-quality tools, a distinctive look, and an engaged community. The partnership with Mark Vitow aims to build on that momentum, merging Ox Tools’ visionary brand with Mark Vitow’s extensive network to deliver on ambitious growth plans.

“It’s about building something bigger together,” says Lycett. “Partnership is key.”

Mark Vitow and Ox Tools at InstallerSHOW 2025
Mark Vitow is returning to InstallerSHOW  (NEC, 24-26 June) in a big way – with an even bigger, centrally located stand. Ox Tools will join the party in the Mark Vitow Innovation Zone alongside OB1® and a range of products that visitors won’t want to miss.

Find out more about Mark Vitow’s full range of products here

Find out more about Ox Tools here