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Paslode Fuel Powered Cordless Roofing Nailer System, Model CR175C Paslode has just announced the first ever cordless roofing nailer at the 2010 Remodelers Show. To say this new tool concept is innovative would be an understatement. Paslode has taken their proven cordless technology and built the new CR175C to meet the demands of roofing specialists…
Industry Experts Weigh In On Li-Ion Vs NiCad Battery Debate Readers continue to send in emails asking questions about Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) and Nickel Cadmium (NiCad or NiCd) cordless tool battery packs. So I reached out to Jason McNeil, Product Manager at DEWALT and Derek Vicko, Senior Product Manager at PORTER-CABLE and asked them to help…
Which Battery Pack is Best? Cordless tools have come so far in design that today most any tool can be purchased in a cordless version. With so many choices in tools and manufacturers it’s no wonder that consumers feel overwhelmed. Add to the equation all of the choices in battery packs and it’s not out…
Ryobi Model P2002 – Lithium 18V 12″ Cordless String Trimmer The folks at Ryobi were kind enough to send us another ONE+ cordless tool to review. This time they sent the Lithium 18V 12″ cordless string trimmer. We’re not new to the ONE+ battery system as we recently reviewed the Ryobi 18V Compact Drill which…
DeWALT 18V Cordless XRP Hammerdrills Recently the folks at DeWALT sent us two of their Cordless XRP Hammerdrills to evaluate. We tested the DCD970KL 1/2″ (13mm) 18V Cordless XRP™ Li-Ion Hammerdrill/Drill/Driver Kit and the DCD950KX 1/2″ (13mm) 18V Cordless XRP™ Hammerdrill/Drill/Driver Kit. The XRP series cordless tools from DeWALT are premium cordless drills built for…
Bosch’s New 3-Mode 18V Impact Drill/Driver Bosch recently introduced this new 18 volt impact drill/driver which we think will make quite a splash in the cordless tool category. Anyone that’s followed this site for any length of time knows that we use quite a few Bosch Tools and think they make some of the best…
WORX Cordless String Trimmer Lithium-Ion cordless tools have changed the tool industry drastically. Longer lasting more powerful batteries results in more cordless tool options. This has resulted in some great new tools like the WORX GT WG151.1 18-Volt Cordless Electric Lithium-Ion String Trimmer/Edger WIth One Battery. String Trimmer Features The new WORX string trimmer /…
How To Insulate Basement Walls Insulating a basement properly is rather challenging in cold climates. In this article I'd like to discuss how to insulate basement walls in cold climates. Insulating basement walls in cold climates is a great way to keep your home warmer and drier. However, special care should be used when insulating…
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Tips for Deck and Fence Projects With Spring finally here many of us are considering deck and fencing projects. Maybe you're considering having a new deck or fence built. Maybe it's time to refinish your deck or add some new decorative touches to your tired deck. Spring is the perfect time to plan these projects…
New DEWALT Job Site Table Saws Models DWE7480, DWE7490X, and DWE7491RS DEWALT recently introduced a new line of portable table saws that include significant updates and features. The new line includes 3 new models; DWE7480 - 10" Compact Table Saw, DWE7491X - 10" Table Saw with Scissor Stand, and DWE7491RS - 10" Table Saw with…
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