Friday, September 21, 2007

New Lithium-ion Cordless Tools

Makita cordless tools are precision engineered to provide the professional tradesman the most advanced technology available. From their first cordless drill introduced nearly 30 years ago, to the expanding line of 18V LXT Lithium-Ion tools Makita continues to add new and innovative cordless products.

18V Power 12V Weight

Makita was one of the first tool manufacturer to launch an 18V Lithium-Ion power tools series. In just over one year Makita has introduced cordless tools with the latest engineering and Lithium-ion technology. Many professional tradespeople say that their job performance has improved as a result of using lithium-ion tools.

Better Engineering

According to Makita, they worked on the job site with professionals to learn their daily construction related pains and then applied the latest technology to create the 18V LXT Lithium-ion cordless series. Makita did not simply put a Lithium-Ion battery on a power tool, they engineered a comprehensive system from the charger, to the battery, to the tool. Of course the Lithium-Ion batteries run longer, and have 280% more lifetime work. They also weigh 40% less than many competitive cordless tools. The smaller the size makes them easier to use, resulting in less operator fatigue. Yet they pack full 18V power, thanks to the Makita-built 4-pole maximum torque motor. The motors delivers more efficient power by generating energy every 90 degrees rather than every 180 degrees on the magnetic field.

For the latest addition to the Makita Lithiom-ion cordless family check out the NEW Makita LXT700 and Makita LXT407


Learn how to work faster, better, and easier

You might know that Rubin Sanding Paper abrasives is used for bare wood, but when do you use the Saphir or Viles abrasives? Saphir Sanding Paper are special abrasives for heavy-duty use under particularly tough conditions. Viles Sanding Paper are special fleece abrasives for light sanding, roughening, cleaning, degreasing and matting. You get a free sample pack of abrasives with every Rotex and ETS sander.


CT Dust Extractors

It's easy to underestimate the importance of dust extraction, but it's essential both for good working results and for operator safety. Dust on the floor is bothersome, but inhaling airborne dust is dangerous. Festool CT dust extactors claim to help free the air of up to 99.9% of dust.



The Famous Router Bit Set

The other day Ace Tool was featured in a BTB Central blog for Bargain alerts because we had an item on the clearance page that was below average price. Post states “ Ace tools has the Makita 733342-A 3 Piece Carbide-Tipped Door Assembly Router Bit Set on sale for $39.95 while Amazon is trying to get $149.99 for the same set. Never used Makita router bits but it appears to be a bargin none the less.”
http://www.acetoolonline.com/Makita-...k-733342-a.htm

Customers were speculating whether it was new. Not only is it new it is almost sold out.


The Klein Insulated Beverage Hauler

I can’t believe that one of our most popular items this season is not a tool but a thermos by Klein. It's the Insulated Beverage Hauler. It was inspired by the cushion grip tools. It kind of actually looks like a huge screwdriver with a top. I think this was a great idea by Klein.

This item was so popular it was backordered for months and now back by popular demand… “The Klein Insulated Beverage Hauler”


New for the Graduates of the School of Hard Knocks! Occidental Leather’s 5625 Green Builder Bags™

Legendary Reliability. Lifetime repairs. Occidental’s trademark Musk Ox logo has always represented strength and endurance; the Green Builder Bags™ are no exception! For 27 years, Occidental Leather® has brought to the table cutting edge functionality and original design choices handcrafted in Sonoma County, CA. All materials are custom made in the U.S.A. to meet Occidental’s stringent, sustainable specifications. Also available in black leather as B5625 and in the comfort-driven adjust-to-fit Adjustable Series (9588 = Green Leather; B9588 = Black Leather).


Green Builder Bags™ are loaded with the all the features professional contractors have requested; all leather, comfortable, ultra-soft, functional bags with no break in required! Hunter green leather main bags are reinforced at stress points and corners with Occidental’s trademark red hiker leather. Internally, bags feature hand specific, functional, intuitive tool holder placement for all commonly used tools. Included in each bag, a poly tool shield, (product # 2003), with proprietary holster to protect body and bags from sharp tools. Fastener bag has side by side 35’ tape mount plus a chalk box pocket. The set is loaded with extra bags for fastener organization and storage. Last, but certainly not least, the all leather ruggedly durable Green Builder Bags™ step up to the plate in the field and take their place in the environment as well. Now professional builders will have the opportunity to help the environment with their Green Builder™ purchases. With every purchase of a Green Builder™ Series product; Occidental Leather® makes a contribution of 10% of their profit to the National Audubon Society.