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When General Motors recently previewed its completely revamped Chevy Silverado and GMC Sierra Heavy-Duty pickups to automotive journalists, the event included a display of stripped chassis that allowed the media to compare the previous models side-by-side with the new ones. Last year's versions...
With little fanfare, the complete Sprinter line was returned earlier this year to Mercedes-Benz, the former Chrysler/Dodge corporate partner that developed the cargo and utility van in Europe and brought it to the U.S. as a Freightliner truck in 2001, then badged it as a Dodge vehicle in 2006...
We gathered nine pumps, ranging from midlevel budget models to a few suited for everyday use on smaller jobs – they just had to be able to handle the pros' requisite .019-inch tip. Our painter of 25 years used them with interior and exterior latex paints to determine their worth from a full-time...
As tool makers prepare to roll out their newest products at the annual STAFDA (Specialty Tools & Fasteners Distributors Association) Show, Tools of the Trade is right there with them – and, in some cases, a step ahead, with an advance look at what will be unveiled in the coming year. Here's just a...
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Prefinished siding and trim – whether fiber-cement, plastic, or wood – are becoming more popular. Factory-applied finishes are hard to beat, and it's great not to have to schedule another sub or deal with weather-related painting delays. For the best look, matching color-coated nails should be used...
Just after we completed our 5-inch random-orbit-sander tool test for the Winter issue, Makita announced the release of an updated model.
Senco's new Fusion trim nailers operate unlike any drive system you've seen before and represent a giant leap forward in hose-free technology. As in pneumatic models, a cylinder-housed piston creates the force to drive fasteners, but the system uses a captive volume of nitrogen to pressurize, shoot...
Dual-Bevel Glide Miter Saw / Palm Nailer / Rotary Hammer / Impact Driver
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Despite the continuing economic uncertainty affecting the housing and construction industries, not all of the news is bad. Three recent high-level studies are seeing early signs of recovery and forecasting growth for the months ahead, with residential building and remodeling picking up steam as we...
Peter Liebhold must have a million tools. As the curator of the Division of Work and Industry at the National Museum of American History in Washington, D.C., he weaves them into stories that illuminate our growth as a country.
The legacy of this magazine is based on our expertise, editorial independence, technical accuracy, job-site relevance, and down-to-earth hands-on experience. During my tenure I have worked to honor, nurture, and protect the credibility we've established over the years, as a way of acknowledging the...
A 12-volt cordless 3-in-1 Impact Driver (model RK2515K2) that operates in power drill/driver, screwdriver, and impact-driver modes has been added to Rockwell's LithiumTech line of rechargeable lithium-ion tools.
Hilti's new rechargeable battery-powered rotary hammer (model TE 4-A18) has a high-efficiency motor and eccentric gearing.
Milwaukee Electric Tool Co. has added a professional-grade battery-powered palm nailer (model 2458-20/21) to its 12-volt cordless M12 line.
A revolutionary articulating dual-arm pivot system is the key feature of the recently unveiled 12-inch Dual-Bevel Glide Miter Saw (model GCM12SD) from Bosch Tools.
he NXT Metal-Cutting cutoff saw blades are the next generation of blades in the Metal Devil line.
A Lithium Ion Inspection Camera Kit (DCT410S1) is part of the new 12 Volt MAX cordless platform.
The Quik Drive PRO300S auto-feed screw-driving system now includes a decking nose clip that places each screw an equal distance from the edge of the deck board and centered on the deck joist below.
A unique articulating reciprocating saw has been added to Porter-Cable's line of cordless 12 Volt MAX Compact Lithium tools.
A new Paddle Switch 4-1/2-inch Angle Grinder (GA4534) features a small-diameter (2-3/16-inch) barrel grip and light weight (4.2 pounds) for reduced operator fatigue and greater control.
This cordless rebar-tying tool (RB397) makes code-approved wire ties in less than one second per tie with consistent strength.
Three all-new hose-free gas-powered finish nailers have been introduced, along with a hose-free gas framing nailer that is the first to use full round-head wire-weld nails, says Bostitch.
The 18-inch Laser Drill Press (18-900L) has a 16-speed (170-3,000 rpm) heavy-duty 3/4-hp motor and an adjustable twin laser that projects a bright red crosshair at the point of bit contact.
The Seeker 400 Video Borescope System (DCS400) is designed for inspecting hard-to-reach or hard-to-see areas.
Innovative replaceable cutting tips on new Nail Eater wood-boring auger bits can save time on the job and space in a toolbox.
The 4-in-1 Ratcheting Wrench Set does the work of eight combination wrenches or sockets with just two tools.
A total of 18 new power tape measures and long tapes have been added to this manufacturer's line.
All 13 compact, impact-resistant, 14.4-volt lithium-ion cordless tools in the Tough IP line are IP56-certified.
Versatile building-calculator software Construction Master Pro, Construction Master 5, and Construction Master Pro Trig are now available on several new platforms.
New additions to the T2 Technology metal-cutting reciprocating saw blade line include T2 Demolition & Wood reciprocating saw blades.
Three new 60-hertz, single-phase SGX Generators are powered by Subaru's EX Series overhead cam engines and feature automatic voltage regulators that provide precise voltage control output.
The company that introduced oscillating detail tools again leads the field with the first battery-powered professional-grade oscillating tool.
The Flexeel Curly Coiled Pigtail strain-relief accessory protects pneumatic-hose couplers from damage due to vibration, bending, flexing, and routine wear, prolonging the life of supply hoses during normal use.
A new compact cordless 18V Impact Wrench (SSW18) has been added to the PowerMaster series of 18-volt lithium-ion tools.
New Diablo Demo Demon 7-1/4-inch circular-saw blades are designed to provide superior cutting ability and durability for both routine and extreme construction tasks, including demolition, siding and subfloor removal, and framing, says the maker.
The compact pneumatic 1-1/2-inch Tico Nailer (DF150S-TC) is designed to make fastening metal hangers to wood framing with framing-bracket nails faster and more efficient.
The new DBI-SALA 50-Foot Sealed-Blok SRL is a fall-arrest device designed with several industry-first safety features.
Radical new Ax reciprocating saw blades don't look or perform like ordinary blades, says Milwaukee.