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DEWALT® Launches New 12 Volt MAX Hand-Held Radar Scanner – DCT418

DEWALT® Launches New 12 Volt MAX* Lithium Ion Hand-Held Radar Scanner with Innovative Technology Sensing Features TOWSON, Md. (Jan. 28, 2013) – Today, DEWALT will expand its existing 12 Volt MAX* Lithium Ion system with the introduction of a groundbreaking Hand-Held Radar Scanner (DCT418). The DCT418 offers new innovation in the form of radar sensing […]

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Johnson Level Leads the Way in Bamboo Tools

Stronger and More Durable Than Wood MEQUON, WI, January 29, 2013 – Johnson Level & Tool, the leader in levels, lasers and measuring tools, expanded its leadership in bamboo hands tools by introducing four new products to the world in the categories of t-bevels and try squares. There are two bamboo versions of the t-bevel […]

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DEWALT® Launches New Large Angle Grinders

Ideal for Steel Workers, Oil & Gas, and Bridge Fabricators TOWSON, Md. (January 24, 2012) –DEWALT announces the launch of its new line of high performance Large Angle Grinders. The new range of Large Angle Grinders is ideal for users that include structural steel fabricators, metal fabricators, mechanical, concrete repair, oil and gas, and road […]

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Bosch Airsweep™ 13 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum Cleaner with Power Broker™ Review – Model 3931A-PB

Bosch Model 3931A-PB Wet/Dry Vac Dust management has become such an important issue in our industry. Whether it’s wood dust or concrete dust the fact is we need to deal with it to protect our own health, our client’s health, and portray our worksite as a clean and organized area. The real challenge is offering […]

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Bosch Folding Leg Miter Saw Stand Review – Model GTA3800

Folding Leg Miter Saw Stand – GTA3800 Miter saws are constantly evolving and getting more ergonomical. Along the same line manufacturers are constantly updating miter stands. Bosch recently introduced two new miter saw stands and we tested one of them, the GTA3800. The GTA3800 is a folding miter saw stand built from quality aluminum parts […]

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Bosch 12 Inch Single Bevel Compound Miter Saw Review – Model CM12

Bosch CM12 Single Bevel Miter Saw Bosch continues to focus on lighter, more portable power tools. This is  a very welcome trend as I’m a huge proponent of high performance tools that are easy to move from job to job. As part of that new focus they have released the CM12, a 12 inch single […]

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Bosch 23 Gauge Pin Nailer Review – Model FNS138-23

Bosch 23 Gauge Pin Nailer The FNS138-23 was introduced at a Media Event in the summer of 2012. I remember being very impressed with the new pin nailer after only a few minutes testing it at the event. Since that time I’ve had the pleasure of using this new pin nailer in the woodshop and […]

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Bench Dog Pocket Push Stick Preview

Small Design Offers Greater Flexibility Rockler Woodworking and Hardware has just introduced the Bench Dog Pocket Push Stick, a small push stick designed to fit in shop apron or pants pockets. The compact size of the push stick enables quick and convenient access, making it easier for the user to work safely during any project. […]

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Ryobi One+ Super Combo Kit Review

Ryobi One+ 4-tool Super Combo Kit Review Where you hoping for a big box of power tools under the tree and Santa didn’t deliver? Have a lot of post holiday projects but not a lot of cash to spend on all the tools you need? The Ryobi One+ 4-tool Super Combo Kit may be just […]

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Porter-Cable Introduces 20 Volt Lithium Ion Drill/Driver and Impact Driver

Porter-Cable Joins the 20 Volt Game It seemed like only a matter of time for the Porter-Cable team to adopt the popular new 20 Volt line that DEWALT has been so successful with over the last year. Today Porter-Cable announced their entry into the newly improved battery design with two new tools including a drill/driver […]

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