Milwaukee M12 Power Port

I just got an update on twitter from Milwaukee Electric Tools announcing the new M12 Power Port- Portable Charger capable of charging five small electronic devices. Milwaukee is definitely thinking out of the box with this new 12 Volt Power Port. You will be able to charge your cell phone and iPod on the job site. In today's mobile world, a power port is a reliable resource to help you stay connected. Contractors on the move cannot afford to be out of touch just because they are away from the home or the office. Perfect addition to you M12 cordless family of tools, preorder it now list price $45.15.

Hitachi 10 Year HXP Cordless Power Tool Warranty

Hitachi Power tools is proud to offer an exclusive 10-year Lithium Ion Cordless tool warranty to the original purchaser on HXP Lithium Ion cordless tools, which
protects against possible defects in materials and workmanship
from the original purchase date. This is the Industry's Longest Lithium Ion Tool Warranty for Hitachi Cordless Tools. Also Hitachi customers who purchased applicable Cordless Lithium Ion tools before this 10-year warranty announcement will automatically be covered and are not required to register or re-register their tools.
The product categories listed below are warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defect in materials and workmanship for a period of ten (10) years from the original purchase date.

Cordless Lithium Ion Circular Saws
Cordless Lithium Ion Driver Drills
Cordless Lithium Ion Hammer Drills
Cordless Lithium Ion Impact
Cordless Lithium Ion Jig Saws
Cordless Lithium Ion Reciprocating Saws



Some exceptions do apply; Cordless Lithium Ion Grinders, Cordless Lithium Ion Rotary Hammers and Cordless Lithium Ion Gas Nailers are covered by Hitachi’s 1-year warranty

Amana Tool Goes Green

Amana Tool formally announced the company’s green manufacturing initiatives that adhere to stringent environmental protection laws. The company’s environmental standards, including recent energy conservation measures, mandate material recycling, water conservation and air quality preservation. In addition to tool production guidelines, Amana Tool also features a number of unique, environmentally friendly insert tool designs that save raw materials. Amana Tool’s main production facilities recycle all waste products, including metals, oils and leftover raw materials such as carbide powder, reducing the cost and environmental impact of the tool manufacturing process. The factories feature state-of-the-art clean air systems that prevent toxic emissions into the environment. Amana also recently began energy conservation practices to lower the company’s energy consumption at workstations and compressor locations throughout each facility.

Amana Tool also promotes preservation of raw materials through its innovative tool design technology. The company has a large range of cutting tools that feature replacement carbide knives that can easily be changed, enabling users to keep the tool body instead of replacing the entire tool. This technology not only saves money but also saves raw materials such as steel and other alloys.

Environmental standards include material recycling, water and air quality preservation along with recent energy conservation measures

New Tajima Chalk Line

Fresh off the boat, Tajima Tools introduces the Tajima CR301JF CHALK-RITE Jam Free fast wind chalk snap line. From what we hear it performs as good as its high price counterpart but does not come with die cast aluminum case or the bright distinctive coloration.

The new CHALK-RITE™ Jam Free offers premium snap line features at a mid-price point of only $14.99. Its an affordable chalk line with Premium features but mid level price...for those not willing or able to jump up to $30.

Ideal for framers, roofers and anyone tasked with large-scale layout projects the CHALK-RITE™ Jam Free features 100ft. of premium-grade 1.0 mm braided nylon / polyester line with matching felt applicator that makes an exceptionally bold and uniform marking line that virtually eliminates the guesswork in finding true edge-of-line. It also features a convenient line hold that auto disengages on rewind and smooth 5-gear drive winding with a new patent pending design that prevents jamming. Thick elastomer wraps the case to protect against drops, etc. and to provide sure-grip performance, and a positive-locking gasket-sealed cap opens to an oversize chalk fill neck for easy refilling from bottle or box

Additional features include an elastomer-wrapped end hook for superior gripping power and a line pull-through tool to facilitate line replacement, all in a compact case that holds up to 3.5 oz. of chalk.

Where in Germany is the Festool factory?

We get questions from our customers all the time asking, Where in Germany is the Festool factory? The owner of Ace Tool got a chance to visit the Festool factory in Germany. Maria says " it was outstanding and the beer was fabulous too". The exact address is at the TTS Tooltechnic system AG & Co. Weilheimer Street 32, 73272 Neidlingen, Germany. Take a look at Google Maps.

Lenox Hand Tools Kicks Off Cut Something Website

Lenox Tools has introduced www.cutsomething.com. There you can go on a virtual tour and discover the performance of Lenox T2 technology reciprocating saw blades and follow the Hackman world tour. I love the T2 Test Lab where you can actually choose a blade and see big items being cut. Watch videos of real people cutting cars, airplanes, buses, etc with Lenox blades. Then compare blades at the virtual T2 Test Lab to find out which blade is right for you. Also get a free sample blade by filling out a form in the loading dock area of the website. then your gonna need a passport (not a real one) to go on the Hackman world tour. There you can track tour stops on the map and watch videos and read about the experience on the road. Hackman has over 45 years of industry experience with Lenox Hand Tools. He has cut everything under the sun from the United Sates to Russia - a true cutting expert who helps everyday tradesman solve cutting problems.

Champion Cutting Tool At Work

Yankees Stadium, home of the New York Yankees, has been rebuilt and the first regular-season game is scheduled to be played on April 16, 2009. Satellite Plumbing Corp, was contracted to install soda lines at the "new" Yankee Stadium. Drilling 4" diameters holes in stainless steel plates 1/4" thick; was required to get the job done. The Plumbers used an 18 volt cordless drill and a Champion Ct7 carbide tipped hole cutter to complete the entire job. The crew easily cut the steel plates in numerous Pepsi stands located throughout the stadium, in time and on scheduled for operation. Play ball!

Check Out the Champion Ct7 in Action.