Tools of the Trade: Product Briefs

Makita LXRM038B Job-Site Radio

Wed, 22 May 2013 10:35:51 EST

This durable job-site radio has a dock that is compatible with most iPods and iPhones.

Milwaukee M12 Fuel Drill/Driver

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 02:28:33 EST

This 12-volt model has a brushless motor and a half-inch chuck.

Festool Syslite

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 02:18:17 EST

This rechargeable LED work light is bright and durable.

DeWalt Combination Dual-Port Fast Charger

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 10:50:48 EST

The DCB103 is capable of charging just about every DeWalt battery out there

Bosch Cordless Right-Angle Drill

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 11:48:48 EST

The new ADS181-102 18-volt drill fits where standard drills wonít go

The Most Unusual Work Light You'll Never Own

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 12:15:41 EST

Cordless Cutter

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 03:11:45 EST

Milwaukee's new M12 Cable Cutters are a nice alternative to manual cutters, which require a lot of muscle power and can be difficult to use within the confines of an electrical panel.

Li-Ion Finish Gun

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 03:11:51 EST

Paslode updated its 16-gauge cordless finish gun and added a load of new features, the most prominent of which is a lithium-ion battery that's smaller and lighter than the nicad in the previous model.

Cordless Fan

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 03:16:49 EST

Whether they're dispersing fumes from floor poly or simply cooling things off when it's hot, fans are an essential piece of job-site equipment.

Oregon PowerNow 40V MAX Chain Saw

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 02:21:57 EST

It's not always easy to get a chain saw started, and all that tugging on a pull cord can get pretty frustrating.

Milwaukee 18-volt Fuel drill/driver

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 02:29:06 EST

Brushless motors have been around for years, but they're still not that common in cordless tools. Earlier this year Milwaukee introduced its first brushless tool, the 18-volt Fuel drill/driver.

New Tools from Hitachi, Stiletto, Kobalt, and More

Fri, 1 Feb 2013 04:55:05 EST

Earlier this year I – and 50,000 others - went to the International Builders' Show (IBS) in search of new tools and building products. I enjoy going to trade shows because there's nothing like seeing new tools early on and in person. This year's show did not disappoint...

New DeWalt Saws

Fri, 1 Feb 2013 04:55:02 EST

DeWalt recently introduced three new saws, a compact corded recip saw, a corded circular saw, and a mini cordless recip saw with a folding handle...

Makita Lithium-Ion Planer

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 12:15:04 EST

Makita's new lithium-ion powered planer, the first of its kind, can do everything its corded brother can do.

Warn Cordless Lifting Tool

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 12:15:19 EST

The Cordless Warn PulzAll is a battery-powered pulling and lifting tool that can help you move heavy items like LVLs and I-beams.

Milwaukee Linesman Pliers

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 12:15:05 EST

Milwaukee's new 6-in-1 Linesman Pliers are designed specifically for the electrician.

Mr. Heater Cordless Propane Heater

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 12:15:06 EST

The Mr. Heater Hero is a cordless propane heater, which means it's both portable and hassle-free. I

Hydro Handle Wet Drilling Accessory

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 12:15:02 EST

The Hydro Handle is an attachment that lets you wet-drill and polish stone, glass, and tile with any 3/8-inch or 1/2-inch cordless drill. It fits into the end of the drill and holds a coring bit or a diamond polishing pad.

Porter-Cable Quick-Change Oscillating Tool

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 12:16:08 EST

Porter-Cable's new oscillating tool is notable for its unique quick-change feature.

Battery-Powered Hoist from Warn

Fri, 25 Jan 2013 12:15:59 EST

The Cordless Warn PulzAll is a battery-powered pulling and lifting tool that can help you move heavy items like LVLs and I-beams.