SimTek Hurricane-ready Molded Stone Panels
SimTek Fence was on-hand at the 2012 International Builders Show (IBS) in Orlando and we were impressed by both its […]
DeWalt MIG Weld Framing Hammer Review
In a world of one-piece forged and machined hammers, the new DeWalt DWHT51138 MIG Weld Framing Hammer brings a new way of […]
DeWalt Solid Rock Carbide SDS Plus Bits Preview
DeWalt is constantly trying to improve speed and efficiency of drilling. While improving tools is one way to get the job done faster, improving the bits is also a winning combo. Now, DeWalt is adding the Solid Rock Carbide SDS Plus Bits to its expansive line of SDS Plus Bits. The Solid Rock Carbide bits are designed for mechanical contractors, electricians, plumbers, forming and tilt wall contractors and other maintenance and repair professionals. For durability and long life, these bits feature 2x more carbide than standard SDS Plus drill bits, which should decrease the downtime caused by flute or tip breakage.
Heliotrope Revolving Homes – Maximizing Solar Efficiency
As solar power continues to gain traction in the minds and plans of builders across the country, it was no […]
Bosch 2011 Media Event – Part 1 Cordless
Every year Bosch generously invites members of the press to come test out, preview, and otherwise interact with, their new tools. […]
Hendrick Motorsports Experience
If you are Lowe’s and you are working on a new set of mechanics tools, using the Hendrick Motorsports facility as the […]
Goldblatt Tools Plans to Stay Around for the Long Haul
To many contractors and tradesman, Goldblatt Tools has long been a name synonymous with quality and real job site durability. But […]
Milwaukee M18 Cordless SDS+ Rotary Hammer Review
Milwaukee tried to slip one by us earlier this year, but we caught it. As part of their April 1st push of the new RedLithium platform (which is no joke) the company leaked info on a new M18 Rotary Hammer with SDS Plus technology (2605-22). It’s a 7/8-inch model and comes with either 1 or 2 RedLithium XC batteries. We love it when reviews and projects collide. With the case of the Milwaukee M18 SDS-Plus Rotary Hammer, we couldn’t have asked for better timing. The M18 Rotary Hammer represents one of those cross-over tools. It’s a cordless tool that really attempts to be a corded tool replacement. It’s not for chopping up large swathes of concrete, but it’s also a huge step above something you’d use for routine fastening into block walls. The 2605-22 Cordless SDS-Plus Rotary Hammer Drill Kit is light enough to be used overhead, but strong enough to plow through high density concrete with a 7/8″ bit.
Bosch 2010 New Tools and Accessories Media Press Event
Our invitation to the 2010 Bosch Global Leadership Tour gave us a hope that we would soon be privy to […]
Ridgid R3400 Fiber Cement Saw Review
Since the invention of cement fiber siding, there has yet to be a perfect cutting solution. We have seen everything from powered shears to different saw blades and all seem to come close but none completely satisfy. Ridgid’s R3400 Fuego 5†Fiber Cement Saw is yet another contender to solve the dilemma of cutting these hard materials.