Tool industry news & reviews by professionals

Tool industry news & reviews by professionals

Welcome to Tool Box Buzz! A website dedicated to in depth coverage of tool industry news from the perspective of real PROFESSIONALS. Two seasoned construction Pros; Todd Fratzel and Robert Robillard head up a team of Pros and Serious DIY editors offering: editorials, product reviews, and high quality videos. Our team of Pros have daily access to all types of residential and commercial construction projects including: renovations, remodeling, demolition and new construction.

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Head-To-Head

Best Mid-Size, Rechargeable Flashlight Head-to-Head 2024

Best Mid-size, Rechargeable Flashlight When it comes to choosing a flashlight, size and reliability are crucial factors, especially for those who need a dependable light source for outdoor adventures, emergencies, or daily tasks. Among the myriad of options available, rechargeable flashlights stand out for their eco-friendliness and cost-effectiveness, eliminating the constant need for disposable batteries. […]

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Power Tools

ANNOYTOOLS 3018 plus CNC Product Review

ANNOYTOOLS 3018 plus CNC Is there a place for the 3018 Plus CNC in my shop? My workshop is more high-tech than most other ones. In addition to a large assortment of the usual woodworking stationery tools, I have two large format CNC machines, three 3D printers, and two laser engravers. My CNC machines can […]

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Cordless Tools

DEWALT 20V XR 2-1/4 Peak HP Plunge Router Review

DEWALT 20V XR 2-1/4 Peak HP Plunge Router DCW620B The new DEWALT 20V XR 2-1/4 Peak HP Plunge Router that seems purpose build for professional contractors looking for a powerful, reliable, and cordless plunge router. A Legacy of Excellence This plunge router is the result of nearly four years of development. DEWALT building on its […]

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Lawn & Garden

ECHO POWER-ON-ATHON 2024

ECHO hosted their annual POWER-ON-ATHON event on September 19th at their headquarters in Lake Zurich, IL. They invited a number of industry and media partners as they announced new products for 2025. This event included a factory tour, product release, and tool test. Factory Tour During the factory tour, Ryan Ladley, VP of Operations at […]

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Measuring & Layout

Hilti PT-C Thermal Camera Review

Hilti PT-C Thermal Imaging Camera Thermal imaging cameras, like the Hilti PT-C Thermal Camera, revolutionize the construction industry by translating thermal energy into visible light. This allows construction pros to analyze structures with accuracy and efficiency, by capturing temperature profiles and presenting them as thermal images. The applications of thermal imaging are vast and diverse. […]

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    Best Mid-Size, Rechargeable Flashlight Head-to-Head 2024

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    Best Mid-size, Rechargeable Flashlight When it comes to choosing a flashlight, size and reliability are crucial factors, especially for those who need a dependable light source for outdoor adventures, emergencies, or daily tasks. Among the myriad of options available, rechargeable flashlights stand out for their eco-friendliness and cost-effectiveness, eliminating the constant need for disposable batteries. […]

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    Cordless Tools

    DEWALT 20V XR 2-1/4 Peak HP Plunge Router Review

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    DEWALT 20V XR 2-1/4 Peak HP Plunge Router DCW620B The new DEWALT 20V XR 2-1/4 Peak HP Plunge Router that seems purpose build for professional contractors looking for a powerful, reliable, and cordless plunge router. A Legacy of Excellence This plunge router is the result of nearly four years of development. DEWALT building on its […]

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    Power Tools

    ANNOYTOOLS 3018 plus CNC Product Review

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    ANNOYTOOLS 3018 plus CNC Is there a place for the 3018 Plus CNC in my shop? My workshop is more high-tech than most other ones. In addition to a large assortment of the usual woodworking stationery tools, I have two large format CNC machines, three 3D printers, and two laser engravers. My CNC machines can […]

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    Lawn & Garden

    ECHO POWER-ON-ATHON 2024

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    ECHO hosted their annual POWER-ON-ATHON event on September 19th at their headquarters in Lake Zurich, IL. They invited a number of industry and media partners as they announced new products for 2025. This event included a factory tour, product release, and tool test. Factory Tour During the factory tour, Ryan Ladley, VP of Operations at […]

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    Metabo HPT NV 83A5 3-1/4 Inch Coil Nailer Review

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    Metabo HPT NV 83A5 3-1/4″ Coil Nailer Metabo HPT (formerly Hitachi) has a long history of making exceptional pneumatic nailers. The recent transition to the new name of Metabo HPT has left some confusion in the industry but that’s starting to change as users make the switch. We’ve recently reviewed several of their new cordless […]

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    Stiletto TRIMBONE Titanium Finish Hammer

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    Stiletto TRIMBONE Hammer The titanium hammer vs. steel hammer debate has been going on at my job site for a few years now. The big questions are 1) whether titanium hammers are worth the cost, which is sometimes 4 times more than a steel hammer, and 2) whether they really prevent injuries. I’m not here […]

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    Measuring & Layout

    Hilti PT-C Thermal Camera Review

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    Hilti PT-C Thermal Imaging Camera Thermal imaging cameras, like the Hilti PT-C Thermal Camera, revolutionize the construction industry by translating thermal energy into visible light. This allows construction pros to analyze structures with accuracy and efficiency, by capturing temperature profiles and presenting them as thermal images. The applications of thermal imaging are vast and diverse. […]

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    Lund Duraloader Loading Ramps Review

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    Lund Duraloader Arched Aluminum Folding Loading Ramps Our work trucks are an essential part of our on-site capability, and the Lund Duraloader Loading Ramps by Realtruck we recently tested with them only highlighted this more. These ramps are rugged aluminum folding ramps that follow an arched, extended-length design. They fold in half for easy storage […]

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