NEW DEWALT 1/2″ STUD AND JOIST DRILL DELIVERS ENHANCED PERFORMANCE WITH 11 AMP MOTOR

The Milwaukee Hole Hawg right angle drill has been “the standard” for most plumbing and electrical tradesmen for years. Every HVAC contractor I know has a war story about this tool. The tales usually start with handing the new apprentice the tool not realizing how much torque it has.   After running it with a 4 5/8” selfeed bit, the story usually ends with a bruised ego among other body parts.  Now that DeWalt has launched this highly competitive tool, we are curious if will they be releasing their version of Milwaukee’s Superhawg next in a new Timberwolf model.  Below is the press release on this well anticipated launch.    Read more

HITACHI INTRODUCES MORE MICRO LITHIUM ION TOOL TO THE SERIES

Hitachi Power Tools today introduced several new tools and combo kits to the Micro Series lineup; the CR10DL micro reciprocating saw, the WH10DCL micro right angle impact driver, the UB10DL micro flashlight, the KC10DAL 3-Piece Combo Kit (includes DB10DL- micro driver drill, WH10DL micro impact driver, UB10DL micro flashlight) and the KC10DBL 3-piece Combo Kit (includes DB10DL- micro driver drill, the CR10DL micro reciprocating saw, UB10DL micro flashlight). These new tools and combo kits expand the line that was first introduced in the spring of 2008. Their micro stature allows them to get into areas where others cannot and their lightweight, yet powerful construction makes them easy to handle and convenient to tackle a variety of applications.    Read more

DEWALT LAUNCHES NEW LINE OF XRP™ AND XRP™ LITHIUM ION DRILLS — COMPLETELY REDESIGNED FOR INCREASED PERFORMANCE, DURABILITY, RUNTIME AND ERGONOMICS

DEWALT has recently launched a new line of heavy-duty XRP™ hammerdrill/drill/drivers and a new XRP™ Lithium Ion drill. The drills are designed from the ground up with significant performance, durability, run time and ergonomic enhancements. The XRP™ line includes three 18V models (DCD950KX, DCD950VX and DCD940KX), three 14.4V models (DCD930KX, DC930VX and DCD920KX) and a 12V model (DCD910KX). Additionally, the new line includes an XRP™ Lithium Ion 18V hammerdrill/drill/driver (DCD970KL) with a Nano-Phosphate Lithium Ion battery that is backwards compatible with more than 40 tools in the DEWALT 18V system.  Read more

NEW MAKITA CORDLESS COMBO KIT PACKS PRO POWER

Makita U.S.A., Inc., manufacturer of high quality industrial power tools and accessories, is proud to announce the release of its new 10.8V Lithium-Ion Compact 3-Piece Cordless Combo Kit (model LCT302W). The new combo kit features a new 10.8V Flashlight, as well as the 10.8V Compact Lithium-Ion Driver-Drill and 10.8V Compact Lithium-Ion Impact Driver. The combo kit also includes an ENERGY STAR rated battery charger, two Lithium-Ion batteries, and a metallic case.  The new compact tools are powered by a new 10.8V Lithium-Ion battery, combining pro power and pro speed with an ultra-compact design.   Read more

Metabo’s New Versatile 6” Dual Random Orbit Sander Enables Quick Changes Between Fine Finishing and Heavy Duty Stock Removal

Metabo Corporation, a leading international manufacturer of professional grade portable electric power tools and abrasives for industrial, construction and welding applications, now offers a 6” random orbit sander that easily switches from fast stock removal to fine finishing at the touch of a button.  The new SXE450 TurboTec offers from 8,400 to 22,000 orbits per minute at an adjustable orbit size of either 1/8” for fine finishing or 1/4” for stock removal.  Read more