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Construction Equipment

Stihl taught one of its chainsaws to sing “Silent Night” in a version not so tender or mild

It’s not the prettiest rendition of “Silent Night,” and you probably won’t be able to sing along to it, but Stihl’s take on the classic carol is definitely one for the ages. After the tool maker’s Virginia Beach factory has shut down for the night, one MS 291 chainsaw raises its voice from a testing […]

December 17, 2013

Gear

GEAR: Hilti PS1000-B X-Scan radar detection system finds concealed objects in concrete

Easily find and mark reliable drilling locations with Hilti’s PS 1000-B X-Scan radar detection system, which provides clear 2D images of objects concealed in concrete structures, including rebar, post tension cable, metal and plastic conduits, glass-fiber cables, voids and wood. The compact, all-in-one scanner has quick start-up and produces easy-to-read images within minutes. The objects […]

July 30, 2013

Gear

Husqvarna updates K 760 power cutter with cooling fan, increased capacity

Husqvarna has announced an update to its K 760 power cutter that boasts several improvements over the last generation. The K 760 is equipped with a cooling fan, has an increased capacity and makes for a  reduction in emissions of 15 percent. The cutter also features a new, lighter blade guard that gives increased balance […]

June 14, 2013

Gear

Indicator light guides cuts on Hilti DD 160

A power control LED indicator system helps inexperienced users accurately core up to 8 inches in diameter on the new Hilti DD 160 Diamond Coring System. The light turns green if the operator is using the proper amount of pressure during the drilling process. The easy-to-handle system is designed for coring concrete walls and floor decks, […]

February 20, 2013

Gear

Bosch launches RH850VC rotary hammer at World of Concrete

Bosch Power Tools’ newest rotary hammer, the RH850VC 1 7/8-inch SDS-max, delivers 9.3 foot-pounds of impact energy while reducing vibration up to 60 percent when compared with the previous model. The three-level vibration control system includes a longer air cushion between the piston and striker in the hammer mechanism, a tuned mass damper that moves […]

February 12, 2013

Construction Equipment

Hilti introduces hollow drill bit, cordless technology at World of Concrete

[youtube be_cbdqUr-U nolink] If you’ve ever suffered the dusty blowback of cleaning out a just drilled hole in concrete with compressed air, you’re going to love the new Hilti HIT-HY 200 system. At the heart of this system is a hollow drill bit  that hooks up to a vacuum to evacuate the dust from the […]

February 7, 2013

Home

Ram becomes official truck of Bosch Power Tools (WOC 2013)

In an agreement that started at last year’s World of Concrete, Bosch Power Tools and Ram Truck have formed a marketing partnership that will see several forms, including cross promotion of a truck sweepstakes and joint product development. Bosch’s Christian Heine and Ram’s Robert Hegbloom made the announcement. “This helps strengthen both of our brands,” says […]

February 5, 2013

Gear

12 Days of Construction Gifts: Hilti 18-volt cordless drill

There are definitely cheaper cordless drills out there. But cheap may only get the job done once or twice before it falls apart. Hilti’s SFH 18-A CPC Hammer Drill/Driver is built to last with a Ultramide glass-fiber reinforced tool and battery housing. It offers three speeds, a low 5.7-pound weight and an emphasis on ergonomics. […]

December 13, 2012

Business

Hilti to end Home Depot relationship

Hilti, Home Depot, Lowes, DeWalt, Festool, Metabo, power tools, big box retailers Wal Mart

September 18, 2012

Pickups

Portable Fabricator 211i Welder

The Fabricator 211i, a fully integrated MIG-Stick-TIG inverter welding system that weighs 57.3 lbs. and offers the flexibility of using either 115 or 208/230 VAC single-phase primary power, 50 or 60 Hz. It delivers a welding range of 5 to 150 amps on 115 VAC and 5 to 210 amps on 230 VAC.

July 17, 2012

Pickups

18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Multi-Tool Kit

Makita has released two new multi-tools: the new 18V LXT Lithium-Ion Cordless Multi-Tool Kit (model LXMT025), and the new Multi-Tool Kit (model TM3000CX5). Both tools are engineered for fast cutting, sanding, scraping and grout removal, and are ideal for a full range of trades.

May 2, 2012

Pickups

Vanair

Vanair is the world’s largest manufacturer of vehicle-mounted air compressors, generators, Air N Arc® ALL-IN-ONE Power Systems®, welders and battery boosters.

April 15, 2012