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Construction Equipment

DeWalt’s new small angle grinder improves safety, productivity and ergonomics

Despite its small size, an angle grinder can be a dangerous tool. DeWalt has taken a number of steps to eliminate or reduce the risks of using their new small angle grinder models, the DWE4222N, DWE4222 and DWE4224. The auto brake on these tools stops the grinding wheel 50-percent faster than previous models. And what […]

January 19, 2016

Construction Equipment

Dewalt’s newest power tool accessories shear, grind and polish metal

Power shears for metal are specialized tools, but Dewalt has come out with an attachment that can turn an impact driver into a sheet-metal-eating shear. The Impact Ready 18GA Shear Attachment fits in most impact drivers and has 360 degrees of swivel for multiple cutting positions plus an extendible stability brace. Two new Dewalt accessories […]

December 28, 2015

Construction Equipment

Hilti launches TE 800-AVR breaker with active cooling

Hilti has launched a new breaker which the company says cuts down on vibration and operating temperatures. The TE 800-AVR features the company’s Hi Drive technology and delivers 15 ft.-lbs. of impact energy. Hilti says the breaker is versatile enough for both horizontal and vertical breaking in demolition work on walls, correction work on floor slabs […]

November 25, 2015

Construction Equipment

Atlas Copco’s new lightweight Cobra PROe and TTe handheld breakers minimize vibration

Boost productivity while minimizing vibration with the latest versions of Atlas Copco’s Cobra gas-powered handheld breakers. The Cobra PROe and Cobra TTe breakers are compact and lightweight, weighing as little as 53 pounds and measuring 24 inches wide from handle to handle. The Cobras feature multiple vibration reducing systems, including the Hand Arm Protection System, […]

September 17, 2015

Construction Equipment

Bosch CV300 concrete vibrator hits 20,000 vibrations per minute

The Bosch CV300 Concrete Vibrator reaches roughly 5,000 vibrations per minute (VPM) more than competitive tools, allowing for smooth and efficient operation at 20,000 VPM. The CV300 was on display at World of Concrete in Las Vegas. Designed for large-scale pouring such as deep vertical walls, the CV300’s high-performance motor can withstand load over long periods, with […]

February 5, 2015

Construction Equipment

Curvaceous Cutters: Wave technology powers Hilti breakers, bits to new levels of productivity

Hilti has added a small wrinkle to its concrete cutting tool designs, more accurately a series of subtle curves on the cutting surfaces of its concrete core bits, saw blades and breaker chisels. Here’s a rundown of the new products the company showed this week at the World of Concrete. The TE-SP Wave Chisel delivers […]

February 5, 2015

Construction Equipment

Bosch debuts wireless charging system for power tools

Seemingly straight out of a science fiction movie, Robert Bosch Tool Corp. launched its Bosch Power Ready Wireless Charging system at World of Concrete in Las Vegas. The system can power tools in a variety of places, such as a moving vehicle and between jobs or tasks, even with the battery on the tool or off. “Now […]

February 5, 2015

Construction Equipment

Chicago Pneumatic expands company’s concrete line with new CombiForm, power trowels

At World of Concrete, Chicago Pneumatic showcased new equipment added to the company’s concrete line, first launched at ConExpo last year. Product manager Jan Marcus said that show attendees found CP’s new CombiForms to be the most exciting. “They’re very popular; they’re catching like fire,” he said. The CombiForm, which is designed for larger pours, is […]

February 4, 2015

Pickups

Gas Monkey Garage Teams Up With Ingersoll Rand

Ingersoll Rand Power Tools Named A Preferred Tool Provider for Gas Monkey Garage The SEMA Show always brings news on many fronts. One item of fun note is Ingersoll Rand announced that its power tools business is a new preferred tool provider for Gas Monkey Garage. Both Richard Rawlings and Aaron Kaufman, the key personalities of the hit […]

November 7, 2014

Construction Equipment

10 awesome Father’s Day gifts for the construction pro and mechanic (PHOTOS)

[imagebrowser id=90] We know. Buying for Dad is hard. But rather than go the easy route and buying him a tie or gift card at the last minute, show Dad you care with one of these great gifts on Sunday. If your Dad works in the construction business and you’re out of ideas, or if you […]

June 12, 2014

Construction Equipment

Bosch shows off a battery heated jacket that charges your cell phone as well as new RH540 rotary hammer and new vacuums at World of Concrete

Who couldn’t use a jacket that heats you up and charges your phone? Bosch now offers a battery heated jacket, the PSJ120 12 V Max Heated Jacket, with three quick-warming core heat zones, two in the chest and one in the back. The heat starts in minutes and can keep you toasty up to six […]

January 22, 2014

Construction Equipment

With Tools on Demand and fleet management, Hilti wants to be every contractor’s custom tool crib

What does a tool manufacturer do when they already have a great lineup of tools? In Hilti’s case, the new strategy is to make them easier to manage. Accounting for hundreds of portable power tools on a big commercial jobsite can be a contractor’s nightmare. At the World of Concrete today Hilti announced an initiative, […]

January 21, 2014