~Article courtesy of STANLEY Engineered Fastening In the past, pneumatic tools promised a consistent level of power, justifying the costs of maintaining and monitoring the systems driving them. As energy costs rise and demands increase to improve operational efficiency, the cost-to-benefit ratio has diminished. In fact, it’s been estimated that generating compressed air accounts for…

Milwaukee Tool is dedicated to revolutionizing the job site with the introduction of their new M18 FUEL Drill and Impact Driver with ONE-KEY.  This expansion of their next-generation drilling and driving solutions delivers users with the fastest driving speeds, enhanced safety, and advanced customization technology. It includes the new: M18 FUEL 1/2″ Hammer Drill with…

Channellock, Inc. has announced its fifth annual Trade School Trade-Up Competition winner, the automotive program at Bullard-Havens Technical High School, for its commitment to supporting the skilled trades sector. The CHANNELLOCK Trade School Trade-Up competition seeks to help close the nation’s skills gap by funding initiatives and tools that will positively impact America’s future tradespeople.…

Milwaukee Tool is adding to its quality hand-tool solutions with the introduction of new Lineman’s, Diagonal, and Long-Nose Pliers and Screwdrivers. The new screwdrivers provide the ideal fit and maximum grip on fasteners. The new cutting plier solutions deliver the easiest cuts, long-lasting teeth and cut-edge, and the smoothest open and close. These new solutions…

  Festool, a manufacturer of precision-engineered power tools, offers Festool Connected — a smart app that can optimally supports users with products and tools in various work situation. Festool Connect lets users easily maintain a digital overview of their Bluetooth-enabled products and services, so they can configure them properly based on the project and/or receive…

Snap-on Inc., a global manufacturer of tools, diagnostics, and repair solutions, has added a quick-release mechanism to its popular Dual 80 Technology stubby handle ratchets. The new feature is available for the 1/4 and 3/8-inch drives, ensuring technicians have the option for positive locking to hold sockets securely in place. The feature easily decouples with…

Proferred Tools, a division of Brighton-Best International — one of the largest independent fastener wholesalers in North America — is featuring the Tiger Paw Adjustable Wrench with TPR padded handle. This adjustable wrench offers a unique hole design that reduces its overall weight (by 10% compared to previous models), thereby reducing physical stress. The Tiger…

Hilti North America, a global provider of innovative tools and technology to the commercial construction industry, has introduced the PLT 400, a digital layout tool designed to help job-site layout crews be more productive. With continued labor shortages and job-site restrictions, single-operator tools like the PLT 400 are becoming more essential. Hilti’s PLT tool technology allows the…

STANLEY, one of the top tapes manufacturers in the world and a Stanley Black & Decker brand, has announced the launch of CONTROL-LOCK tape measures — designed for strength, reach, and measuring control. STANLEY CONTROL-LOCK tapes range from 12-Ft. to 30-Ft. and feature a rugged, yet lightweight compact design equipped with an integrated finger brake,…

DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker brand and leader, has released a new 20V MAX* Brushless 1/2″ Drill/Driver (DCD793) and Hammer Drill (DCD798). Engineered for optimal speed, control, and precision in a multitude of job-site applications, the drills each feature a two-speed transmission, a variable speed trigger, and a 1/2″ metal ratcheting chuck. Compared to…