Milwaukee RedLithium Batteries

In July we were able to visit Wisconsin for the Milwaukee 2010 New Tools Event hosted at the Harley Davidson Museum. One of the things we saw at that event, but were unable to report on, was their new RedLithium batteries. This second-gen technology adds more run-time, higher performance and increased durability for the
professional tradesman. Since Milwaukee
Electric Tool was one of the companies that kicked off the industry-wide
transition from NiCad to Lithium-ion batteries, it’s great to see them continue to make inroads into better and better technology.

Fully
compatible with all M12 and M18 cordless products currently
available, the new RedLithium batteries will provide up to 40%
more run-time, 20% more power and 50% more recharges than their former
Lithium-ion products. The new technology will also operate in extreme
temperatures as low as 0°F/-18°C and will run 20% cooler with fade
free power and no memory effect. In short, users
are able to instantly upgrade the performance, run-time and
durability of the M12
and M18 tools they
already own, simply by switching to the RedLithium
battery
packs.

“We
are dedicated to delivering innovative solutions
that re-define end-user productivity, and will continue to raise
industry standards for cordless performance and reliability. Milwaukee RedLithium
batteries provide an exclusive
integration of chemistry, cell design, construction and electronics
to optimize the user’s experience and ultimately make users more
productive on the jobsite.”

- Steven Richman, president of Milwaukee Electric Tool
Corporation

In
the Fall of 2010, Milwaukee will introduce eight new cordless
products powered by RedLithium. Users
will
then see a full transition to RedLithium batteries throughout all
Milwaukee cordless products; including 30
unique products and 68 total offerings on the
M12
system, 25 unique products and 60 total offerings on the M18
system and 15 unique products and 26 total offerings on the M28
system.

We love Lithium-ion battery tech, and that love is only surpassed by better Lithium-ion tech. As we’ve seen more and more battery advances from the likes of Bosch, Milwaukee, and others, we’re encouraged that the technology has more growth in it and the future looks bright for better performance and greater run-time. Will the day come when we finally cut the cord for even the biggest, baddest tools? Perhaps. Until then, we’ll savor the small victories and keep our eyes peeled for whatever is new in the realm of battery advances.

RedLithium Advantages

Performance

• Up to 40%
  More Run-Time

• Up to 20%
  More Speed

• Up to 20%
  More Torque

• Fade
  Free Power

Durability

• Operates
  Down to 0°F/-18°C

• Runs
  20% Cooler

• Up
  to 50% More Recharges

• No
  Memory Effect

2010 Cordless Products Launching with RedLithium Battery Tech:

• 2432-20
  M12 ProPEX Expander
• 2330
  M12 Heated Jacket
• 2411-20
  M12 Hammer Drill Driver
• 2458-20
  M12 Palm Nailer
• 2426-20
  M12 Multi-Tool
• 2632-20
  M18 ProPEX Expander
• 2682-20
  M18 5-3/8” Metal Saw
• 2615-20
  M18 Right Angle Drill

About
Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation
Milwaukee
Electric Tool Corporation, a Brookfield, Wisconsin-based subsidiary
of Techtronic Industries Co. Ltd. (TTI) (HKEx stock code: 669, ADR
symbol: TTNDY) is an industry leading manufacturer and marketer of
professional, heavy duty power tools and accessories. Products
include the legendary SAWZALL reciprocating saws, M12, M18 &
M28 LITHIUM cordless tools, HOLE-HAWG drills, portable band
saws, circular saws, driver drills, hammer drills, rotary hammers,
grinders, sanders and a line of Test & Measurement and Hand
Tools. Accessories include SAWZALL blades, SWITCHBLADE self-feed
bits, BIG HAWG hole cutters, THUNDERBOLT drill bits and SHOCKWAVE
Impact Duty. For more information on the full line of Milwaukee
power tools and accessories, please call 1-800-SAWDUST or visit
www.milwaukeetool.com.

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