By Todd Fratzel
Combines Functions of Wire Strippers and Long-Nose Pliers in One Tool March 18, 2014 (Lincolnshire, IL) – Klein Tools (http://www.kleintools.com), for professionals since 1857, introduces the All-Purpose Pliers, a more durable wire stripping tool that also has the functionality of a long-nose pliers. The All-Purpose Pliers (Cat. No. J206-8C) can strip, cut, and loop 8-16 […]
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By Todd Fratzel
Milwaukee Expands Popular M12 FUEL Lineup As I noted earlier this year, Milwaukee has impressed me more than any other tool company in the last year and that’s largely due to their M12 and M18 FUEL line of cordless tools. Today they announced another 12 volt tool to the platform with their M12 FUEL™ HACKZALL®. […]
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By Todd Fratzel
18V X2 LXT® Lithium-Ion (36V) Cordless 7-1/4″ Circular Saw The crew at Makita has officially announced their all new 7-1/4″ Cordless Circular Saw powered by two 18V batteries. We’ve seen a couple sneak peaks at the saw recently and just got one in the shop for testing. This is a powerful platform built to offer […]
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By Todd Fratzel
The DEWALT® 200 PSI Quiet Trim Compressor Wraps Up Performance and Durability in a Portable Design with Exceptionally Low Noise Level TOWSON, MD – February 18, 2014 – DEWALT announced today the introduction of the 200 PSI Quiet Trim Compressor – model DWFP55130 – for professional users. Global Product Manager, James Vintzel, said “We focused […]
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By Todd Fratzel
Cargo Totes™, Line of Professional Grade Wide Mouth Tote Bags Cargo Totes™ are the latest addition to the Veto Pro Pac line of high quality tool storage products. “These rugged totes provide a versatile storage solution for a wide variety of job site situations,” says Roger Brouard, founder of Veto Pro Pac. “They are perfect […]
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By Todd Fratzel
DEWALT DCN692 Gas-Free, Dual-Speed, Cordless Framing Nailer TOWSON, Md. – January 27, 2014 – DEWALT® delivers outstanding performance with the launch of the world’s first gas-free, dual-speed, cordless framing nailer (DCN692). The new framing nailer joins DEWALT’s line of 20V MAX* cordless power tools with EXTREME RUNTIME (XR) and provides a gas-free option for users, […]
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By Jeff Williams
RIDGID LM-400 Advanced Laser Distance Measure Preview Cruising around the web today reading some of our industry friend’s sites, Chris over at Tool-Rank.com posted about RIDGID tools releasing a new laser distance measure with advanced features. Like the new Bosch GLM 100 C, it integrates with a smart phone app to visualize and record measurements. I […]
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By Todd Fratzel
New Milwaukee® Laser Distance Meters Simplified for Faster Measurements Milwaukee Tool Corporation continues to expand their Test & Measurement offering with two new laser distance meters that are designed with a simplified, intuitive interface and universal icons for faster measurements and increased productivity. “Many users are not familiar with the full functionality and capability of […]
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By Todd Fratzel
Bosch Delivers Ultimate Portability with New 8-Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw Mount Prospect, Ill., January 7, 2014 – Bosch Power Tools is answering user demands for a portable, lightweight compact saw with the launch of the Bosch CM8S 8-Inch Single Bevel Sliding Compound Miter Saw. At just 37 pounds, the CM8S is the ultimate in […]
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By Todd Fratzel
Markers and Tablet Stylus Built For Jobsites MILWAUKEE, WI- Milwaukee Tool Corporation continues to expand their Hand Tool offering with Inkzall™ Jobsite Markers, a new line of writing tools designed and optimized for jobsite use. Featuring clog resistant tips and aptly named Inkzall™ for their ability to write through dusty, wet or oily surfaces, the […]
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