By Todd Fratzel
Milwaukee One-Key™ Tracking and Security Network With the New Year just around the corner and the World’s largest consumer electronic show, CES, the first week of January it seems like a great time to reflect on how electronics have impacted the construction industry. Electronics are becoming a bigger and bigger part of the construction industry […]
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By Todd Fratzel
Milwaukee M18 1″ High Torque Impact Wrench Model 2867-22 The new Milwaukee M18 FUEL 1″ High Torque Impact Wrench has finally hit the market and we just finished reviewing it. Pneumatic impact wrenches have been around very long time in heavy equipment garages where large diameter bolts are the norm. Until recently there were not […]
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By Rob Robillard
Milwaukee FUEL M18 Router 2723-20 Review There are many advantages of a Milwaukee FUEL M18 Router. Carpenters, use compact routers to make my own window sills when trimming windows, easing edges on decking and trim, creating chamfers, installing built-ins, mortising hinges, and sometimes to make on-the-spot moldings. More and more contractors are cutting the cord […]
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By Stan Durlacher
Makita XLS01T 18V LXT Cordless 9″ Drywall Sander Kit, AWS Capable (5.0Ah) Review Installing and finishing drywall is one of the tasks I least like to do in construction. In the whole drywall process, the final steps to mud, tape and sand joints are the worst part for me. I know that some tradespeople breeze […]
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By Wes Bartosik
Metabo HPT 36V MultiVolt Brushless Wet/Dry Pod Style Vacuum Metabo HPT Model Number RP3608DAQ4M This tool review takes an in-depth look at the new 36V MultiVolt cordless wet/dry vacuum from Metabo HPT model number RP3608DAQ4M. A clean shop or work area is a telltale sign of skilled professional. This is extremely difficult as the construction […]
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By Todd Fratzel
HART Tools Exclusive to Walmart HART Tools has announced an exclusive deal with Walmart to offer an extensive new line of tools for the DIY and Home Improvement market. The new line of HART Tools will include hand tools, cordless power tools, outdoor power equipment, storage and safety, and accessories. This new line will allow […]
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By Rob Robillard
Reflection On The Evolution Of Cordless Tools – What Does 10-years Do? I’ve been working in the trades about 24 years. When I think about starting out in the trades I had little money, and very few tools. Damn, I framed my first house by hand and I did EVERYTHING with: Circular saw Reciprocating Saw […]
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By Jeff Deitz
Husqvarna 9 Inch Battery Powered Cut-Off Saw We recently tested the Husqvarna 9-inch 535i Off Saw as part of our Best 9 inch Cut off saw Head to Head. The K535i performed well and is a great lightweight option for small to medium masonry and metal cutting tasks. The Husqvarna 9-Inch Cut Off Saw K535i […]
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By Rob Robillard
Best Cordless 18-Volt Router Advantages of a Cordless Router As a carpenter, I use a compact router to make my own window sills when trimming windows, easing edges on decking and trim, creating chamfers, installing built-ins, mortising hinges, and sometimes to make on-the-spot moldings. More and more contractors are cutting the cord on their job […]
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By Todd Fratzel
Sub-Compact Cordless Tools Cordless tools continue to change and advance at warp speed leaving many users standing in the power tool isle overwhelmed with choices. Making things even more overwhelming is the extensive range of cordless tools from sub-compact up to high demand heavy duty tools. One of the categories that seems to generate questions […]
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