DEWALT® Launches New 40-Pound Demolition Hammer with SHOCKS-Active Vibration Control® for Vibration Control and Comfort

DEWALT announces the launch of its new 40-pound demolition hammer D25960K which has been designed to offer contractors elite performance, comfort, durability and ease of use. The D225960K ideal for a variety of professionals including electricians, waterproofers, and mechanical, concrete, demolition and general contractors. Read more

DEWALT® Launches New Three-Beam Line Laser with Design Advancements for Improved Layout and Ease of Use

DEWALT has announced the launch of its new Line Laser (DW089K) which features multiple design enhancements to improve productivity on the jobsite. The DW089K  is ideal for professionals tasked with residential and commercial applications such as installing cabinets, drop ceilings, chair rails or doors and windows. The Line Laser can also be used when installing floor and wall tile or mapping wall layout.

“Contractors are increasingly using lasers to improve their productivity, and according to our research, many professionals want a line laser that assists with layout work,” said Ward Smith, product manager, DEWALT. “The third vertical beam that our new unit offers, aids in layout applications to solve many of the common frustrations our users experienced. This Read more

Milwaukee M12 Cordless Heated Jacket is now available in Realtree Camouflage

What better time to talk about the Milwaukee M12 Heated Jacket (2330L) than the middle of summer.  As I sit writing this on my patio it is a balmy 86 degrees F outside.  The point is I like being warm and do not like the cold, I have been wanting a M12 Jacket since the day they came out.  Finally at the end of spring Eric gets me one from ACME Tools (www.acmetools.com) to shut me up.  At the rate these jackets sell, now might be a good time to grab one while they are in stock.

When the Jacket arrived eyes gleaming I tore open the box like Tom Hanks in Castaway when he opened the Fed-Ex boxes.  Finally I got one, I see it in my hands, I feel it, I smell it, OMG I love this jacket.  I try it on and it fits like a glove, I pop a Red Lithium in the back pocket, hold the button down and it lights up flashing red.  Everywhere I go with this jacket on and in heat mode people come up to me and say what is that?  When I say heated jacket they are amazed and want one, I feel like a rockstar! Read more

New Bosch Wallscanner D-tect™150 Scores Industry First with the Use of Patented Ultra-Wide Band (UWB) Radar Technology UWB Radar Technology pinpoints material type, depth and relative width of objects with superior accuracy

Bosch Measuring Tools, the world-wide leader in measuring technology, introduces the use of Ultra-Wide Band (UWB) Radar Technology with the new Bosch D-tect 150 Wall/Floor scanner. With the use of UWB Radar Technology, Bosch has created the first detector that exceeds all other conventional sensor scanners by bringing superior detection depth and accuracy to the job-site. 

The Bosch D-tect 150 is the only scanner in the marketplace that can display material type, depth & relative width information of ferrous and non-ferrous metal, non-metal objects (i.e. wooden studs and plastic pipes) and live AC wires in concrete, wet concrete, deep concrete, in-floor heating, drywall, metal and signal view. It can even measure up to a depth of 6” in cured concrete.

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New LENOX® BI-METAL SELF-FEED BIT Is Tougher than Nails

LENOX® has launched the new LENOX Bi-Metal Self-Feed Bit. The bit’s bi-metal construction provides the strength to endure often catastrophic nail encounters when drilling through wood.      

 The Bi-Metal Self-Feed Bit has a high-speed steel cutting edge and screw tip that make it able to stay sharper longer. The chamfered edges and flutes help remove excess wood chips while drilling and make it easy to remove the bit from the hole after drilling. LENOX Bi-Metal technology helps the bit last two times longer than previous models, offering best-in-class performance.   Read more

Bosch BSH180 Band Saw Provides a Cordless, Agile Tool For Cutting A Variety of MaterialsNew Bosch Band Saw Powered by 18V Fat or Slim Battery Pack; Is Smaller, Lighter Than Competition

Plumbers and electricians can put down their hacksaws and reciprocating saws thanks to the new Bosch BSH180 Band Saw. A cordless alternative, the BSH180 executes precise cuts to a variety of materials, including metal, copper pipes and electrical cables, and is agile for use in tight spaces.

The BSH180 is powered by an 18V fat or slim battery pack, boasting an unmatched battery runtime that allows for more than 150 cuts per charge in a 1″ conduit. At 7.7 pounds, including the FatPack battery, this lightweight band saw is extremely portable, making it an ideal tool for use in overhead applications like electrical work. Despite its compact size, the rugged aluminum base is durable enough to withstand tough jobsite conditions. Read more

Faster drilling with more durability – Hilti TE-CX and TE-C Hammer Drill Bits

The new Hilti TE-CX Bit features a gradient carbide head that stops at nothing—not even the hardest rebar.  Incorporating four rugged cutting edges, the carbide head’s special design helps prevent catching or jamming on rebar to extend the life of the bit. The TE-CX bits have been designed for drilling holes for medium to heavy-duty anchors in the 3/16” to 1” range in concrete, masonry and other natural materials. 

The new anchor hole suitability indicator means that accurate anchor holes can be drilled when the indicator mark is visible. And, in the unlikely event of breakage, the drill bit will be replaced if the wear mark on the helix is still visible. 

However, if you don’t expect to hit rebar, the new Hilti TE-C line offers unparalleled drilling speed.  With a contoured head and carbide blade, the TE-C drill bits are designed to slice through concrete and move dust from the hole to the surface as quickly as possible.  Read more

Introducing the Hilti SD 4500 High Speed Cordless and Corded Drywall Screwdrivers – Productivity for Drywallers

Whether it’s hanging drywall, exterior sheathing or metal framing, Hilti has you covered with three new options.  With the only cordless drywall screwdrivers on the market performing at corded performance, you can stop fighting the cord and increase productivity.  The SD 4500-A CPC Compact Cordless and SD 4500-A18 CPC Cordless High Speed Drywall Screwdrivers allow you to choose more run time or lighter weight.  The SD 4500-A Compact is the ultimate in ergonomics and best suited for interior drywall work.  The SD 4500-A18 delivers the most run time, and is best

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NEW DRIVER-DRILL IS LATEST ADDITION TO 18V LXT LITHIUM-ION LINE-UP

Makita  has added to its groundbreaking line-up of 18V Lithium-Ion tools which now includes over 40 cordless solutions. The new 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless ½” Driver-Drill (model LXFD01) delivers a superior power-to-weight ratio for a full range of drilling and driving applications. 

New Bosch Oscillating Tool Blades Deliver Longer Life and Greater Speed

The hottest power tool segment should benefit from the best accessories on the planet. Bosch has delivered just that for oscillating tools with the introduction of a full line of titanium-coated segmented and full-circle cutting blades along with a new tear drop-shaped carbide blade for grout and thinset removal.

Titanium coating on the oscillating tool cutting blades increases life by 30 percent versus conventional bi-metal blades thanks to better distribution of heat across the surface of the blade, which prevents overheating. Heavy-duty applications range from window repair and epoxy removal to fiberglass cutting.  Read more

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