By Todd Fratzel
DEWALT 20V MAX Lithium-Ion Jigsaw, Model DCS331L1 DEWALT continues to role out new tools in their 20 Volt cordless line-up and the latest to hit our shop is Model DCS331L1 Cordless Jigsaw. The newly improved 20V Li-ion battery cell is quickly becoming the tool of choice for Contractors who require long run time, powerful applications […]
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By Todd Fratzel
DEWALT Dust Extractor Vacuum – Model DWV012 With all the new Federal and State laws about working with Lead Paint and other toxic construction debris it’s likely we’ll be seeing all kinds of new vacuums capable of handling fine particle sizes. Today DEWALT introduced their latest vacuum which includes a HEPA Filter allowing contractors to […]
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By Todd Fratzel
Delta Bench Grinders: 8-inch, Model 23-199 and 6-inch, Model 23-198 DELTA®Power Equipment Corporation recently introduced two more new products to their lineup including an 8-inch, Model 23-199 and a 6-inch, Model 23-198 Bench Grinders. Details include cast iron bases and powerful 2-1/2 and 5.0 HP motors. These are clearly built for long life and regular […]
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By Todd Fratzel
RYOBI Signals End of Ni-Cd Battery Platform for Cordless Tools It was only a matter of time and it appears Ryobiwill make a significant push to end the life of Ni-Cd batteries. This kamagra without a prescription week they introduced a new line-up of Lithium-Ion batteries and revamped the pricing significantly. The new offering will […]
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By Jeff Williams
RIDGID 18v Compact Drill/Driver with Free Impact Driver The wife and I are expecting our first born in a few months so I’ve been working full throttle on all sorts of projects around the house. Shelving to organize the garage, an air station for my compressor and tools, and tearing up a subfloor to insulate […]
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By Todd Fratzel
LXOB01 Runs Up To 40 Minutes On a Single Charge La Mirada, CA– Makita, a worldwide manufacturer of technologically advanced power tools that are more compact with less weight yet deliver industrial strength power and results, has expanded its line-up of 18V Lithium-Ion cordless tools with the new 18V LXT® Lithium-Ion Cordless 5″ Random Orbit […]
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By Todd Fratzel
DEWALT DWE4011 4-1/2″ Angle Grinder TOWSON, Md. (September 18, 2012) –DEWALT announces the launch of a new 4 ½” Small Angle Grinder. The new 4 ½” Small Angle Grinder is ideal for mechanical contractors, concrete repair contractors and fabricators who need to perform a variety of applications in tight spaces such as grinding and beveling […]
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By Todd Fratzel
New Oscillating Tools Include Universal Fit™ and Hyperlock™ Tool-Free It seems as though the race is on when it comes to oscillating multi-tools. Rockwell just announced some new features on their line-up of tools including Universal Fit™ allowing any brand of accessory to be used and Hyperlock™ Tool-Free design. Both of these new features are […]
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By Jeff Williams
Ridgid JobMax Pneumatic Multi-tool Starter Kit Ridgid has another power option to the JobMax lineup. This time it’s pneumatic. You people with dedicated shop air systems are going to love this thing. Rob first introduced this to us back at the start of summer and now I’ve got my hands on one. I’ve had it in […]
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By Rob Robillard
Milwaukee M12™ Cordless, Sub-Compact ½” SDS Plus Rotary Hammer The new Milwaukee M12 Sub Compact Rotary Hammer is only 3.9-pounds and 9-inches long. Think about the last time you were drilling uni-strut overhead, or trying to drill in a hanger behind a boiler or other electrical or mechanical structures. This little SDS drill is a problem solver […]
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