GEARWRENCH has expanded its Bolt Biter family product line, adding the latest product in fastener extraction: the Bolt Biter Wrench Inserts. Designed with professionals in mind, users who have long needed a tool to access rounded, rusted bolts in tight, confined spaces can now do so with up to 70% more access using the Bolt…
Festool upgrades site to ensure tradespeople find what they need
Festool, a manufacturer of innovative, precision-engineered power tool solutions, announced an overhaul of its accessories website for professionals seeking a holistic system designed to help them “build cleaner, faster, and better.” With a refreshed web design, Festool has streamlined the experience, making it easier than ever to find the accessories needed to complete almost any…
Celebrating a century of power-tool innovations
Raymond DeWalt was a tradesman in Pennsylvania in the early 1920s, initially learning his skillset at his dad’s wagon shop, DeWalt Wagon Works. However, little did DeWalt Jr know that he would soon become a successful power-tool pioneer on his own accord, developing a way to streamline and expedite wood-cutting operations — without sacrificing quality…
DEWALT celebrates 100 years of innovation
DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker brand, is celebrating its 100th anniversary. Through its commitment to innovation, safety and productivity, DEWALT has been delivering tools to meet the needs of professional tradespeople around the world since 1924 when Raymond DeWalt’s forward-looking vision resulted in the founding of DEWALT. DEWALT has championed the trades sector since its…
New low-profile ratchets ideal for confined spaces
CRAFTSMAN, a Stanley Black & Decker brand, announced the addition of low-profile ratchets to its professional mechanics’ toolsets. Backed by CRAFTSMAN’s full lifetime warranty, new low-profile offerings include 1/4, 3/8, and 1/2-inch drive 72-tooth ratchets with 5° arc swings. The new ratchets feature an improved design, with up to a 25% thinner head compared to…
Hilti expanding its Nuron cordless tool series
Hilti North America, a global provider of innovative tools, technology, software, and services for the commercial construction industry, will launch new cordless tools on the 22V Nuron battery platform to fill out the portfolio and offer greater value through its subscription tool service, Fleet Management. The company’s latest cordless innovations will add to its high-torque…
DEWALT earns most trusted hand and power-tool brand
Lifestory Research, one of the most extensive and longest-running independent research programs, announced the results of 2024 America’s Most Trusted Hand and Power-Tool brand studies. These annual studies are a cornerstone in understanding how consumers perceive the most prominent brands within specific product marketplaces. DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker brand and provider of total…
These drill bits strike and pull through nail-embedded wood at a rapid speed
Crescent Tools‘ new Wood Drilling program offers a full line of drilling products designed for speed, precision, and durability on the job site. Made with the user in mind, it features a range of wood drill bits — including multiple sizes and lengths in high-speed spade and auger bits, flat spade bits, solid and ship augers,…
Bosch empowering future trades workers
In honor of Giving Tuesday, Bosch Power Tools is empowering the future of the trades by providing tool donations to four high school and pre-college construction trade programs across the U.S. Valued at approximately $20,000, the donation of power tools, measuring tools and accessories is designed to support students’ learning and development with hands-on skill-building experiences in…
A unique structural screw fastening system
Speed up structural fastening jobs with the Timber Drive Structural Screw Fastening System from Simpson Strong-Tie, an expert in engineered structural connectors and building solutions. This unique fastening system is a revolutionary tool for stand-up operation while driving large structural screws. It’s ideal for heavy-duty jobs that require repetitive fastenings, such as decks, docks, boardwalks,…