Battery technology for handheld tools for concrete construction and demolition continues to advance, gradually making power cords a thing of the past.
The toolmakers are also taking aim at gas power, introducing zero-emission alternatives to replace the fumes while delivering same to better performance.
Many of the new technologies were on display in January at the World of Concrete. Products include heavy-duty rammers, breaker hammers, rotary hammers, core drills.
The batteries are also getting lighter and more powerful. Charging technology is getting faster, and with switchable batteries, runtime is becoming less of an issue.
The accessories, such as vacuums and water dust-suppression systems, are running on batteries, too.
So check out some of the show highlights – and video – of the latest battery tools from Milwaukee Tool, DeWalt, Bosch, Husqvarna, Hilti and Makita.
