5" Double Cut Saw HARBOR FREIGHT

NOT a PAID SPOKESPERSON. I bought the saw and liked it. These saws are available from many different sources now. Harbor Freight is one of them. They cut very fast and almost any material.

February 11, 2012 Tags: Blade, Blade (comics), Blade (film), Chain, cuttersaw, Double, Film, GREENPOWERSCIENCE, Hand, Howto, Knives, saw, steel, Throwing, tools, wood Posted in: General No Comments

Power Tool Innovators–Milwaukee Small Angle Grinders–Milwaukee Power Tools ToolTV

Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation continues to demonstrate a focused commitment on metal working with the launch of 18 Small Angle Grinders in 2011 that deliver up to 3X more durability and up to 50% more power than the competition. With an unrelenting determination to develop new technologies that deliver best in class durability, power, and [...]

February 9, 2012 Tags: clutch, Constant Power Technology, contractor tools, durability, electronic clutch, fabrication, grinder, Grinders, Howto, industrial contractor, mechanical, metal fabrication, Metalworking, mettool, milwaukee, Milwaukee Electric Tools, milwaukee Tools, motor technology, over load protection, power tools, SAG, sags, Small Angle Grinders, tools, TV Posted in: General No Comments

Paul Sellers makes a dovetail joint with hand tools

Paul Sellers makes a dovetail at a woodworking show with hand tools. To find out more about Paul or the projects he is involved with go to paulsellers.com

February 9, 2012 Tags: ;Woodworking, dovetail, Hand, Howto, joint, Paul, Sellers, tool, Woodwork Posted in: General No Comments

Pumpkin Carving Ideas Using Power Tools

Learn how to use power tools to make fun, creative pumpkins and jack-o-lanterns. Use different sized drill bits and a power drill to create different sized holes. You can create very symmetrical patterns, or create something random. You can even spell out your name in your pumpkin. Add regular or electric votive candles inside your [...]

February 5, 2012 Tags: how to carve a pumpkin, Howto, jack-o-lantern, lowe's creative ideas, Lowes, pumpkin carving, pumpkin carving ideas, pumpkin carving patterns, pumpkin decorating ideas Posted in: General No Comments

Oscillating Multifunction Power Tool #67256

Why buy several power tools when this one can tackle many jobs all by itself? This easily affordable multi-function tool from Chicago Electric works at 21000 oscillations per minute to put some real power into the tough jobs, and its easy to switch the attachments depending on the task at hand. The multi-tool cuts through [...]

February 2, 2012 Tags: 68303, Freight, Harbor, Howto, USA Posted in: General No Comments

Rob Cosman "Preparing a Chisel"

THE ADVANTAGE OF THESE PLATES IS THE EXTENDED WEAR OF THE DIAMOND. WHILE THEY WONT LAST FOREVER, THEY ARE STILL GOING STRONG IN MY SHOP. I DONT THINK ROTATING IS IMPORTANT IN THIS CASE. I START 1K AND ONLY USE THE 300 IF THE CHISEL IS BADLY OUT. NORMALLY I START ON 1K, 6K FINISH [...]

January 28, 2012 Tags: 45, Blade, chisel, cosman, dovetail, Hand, Howto, Knives, plane, Power, rob, robc, saw, shop, tools, wood, woodwroking Posted in: General 6 Comments

DEWALT 20V MAX* – Impact Drivers

DEWALT announces a new 20 Volt MAX* Lithium Ion line of power tools featuring the ergonomics, performance, and innovative features pros need to be as productive as possible on the jobsite.

January 27, 2012 Tags: 20V MAX, Cordless Tools, DEWALT, dewalttv, Howto, Impact Drivers, power tools, Pro Tools Posted in: General 7 Comments

Industrial Machinery News

Metal Forming Machines

The top features found in many of the worlds leading rollforming manufactures have set the standard throughout many industries. Some of the more common features in a well built roll forming machine start with basic engineering. It's very true that you get what you pay for and with this machine it's a must. Rollforming Industries […]

Goring Kerr Model 426 Pipeline Metal Detector

Utilizing the latest in Digital Signal Processing technology, the DSP control unit delivers the highest level of metal detection to date. The advanced user-friendly interface allows quick and easy application setup. A comprehensive self-diagnostic system monitors the metal detectors performance for potential circuitry changes, it is also capable of sensing t […]

Used Rollforming Equipment: Purlin, Stud or Panel Should you buy one?

Now that you have an order insight you search for used roll formers. You search for used Dreistern and used Bradbury roll former online. But is this the right way to go. Would a used Sen Fung roll former perform the same as a used ACS roll former or even a used Samco roll former. Good questions to ask yourself when you go down this road. […]

Roll Forming Machine: Metal forming process

Roll Forming Technique As compared to the metal stamping process, roll forming proves to be more efficient and cost effective. Metal components fabricated with the cold roll forming process are used in numerous applications including high rise buildings, vehicles, airplanes, furniture and domestic appliances. A typical benefit of the low cost roll forming pr […]

Goring Kerr DSPnet

In today’s manufacturing environment there is an increasing need to monitor and test process control devices. When done manually this consumes valuable time and energy. In response to this need Thermo Goring Kerr has developed DSPnet, a software program designed to automatically monitor the metal detectors operation. DSPnet is a Windows compatible softwar […]

Fortress Phantom Metal Detector Manual

Purchase the complete Phantom metal detector conveyor manual today. After purchasing you will receive a PDF file containing the complete installation and user manual […]

Transforming metal with a hydraulic press:

There are many ways to manipulate and transform metal, roll forming and stamping are some techniques that come to mind, but when it comes to bending metal, nothing beats a hydraulic press. […]

How to test a used Goring Kerr Metal Detector

The first thing you need to do after purchasing a used Goring Kerr is to setup the electronics. You can buy any manual directly from our website. Once you have this manual you will be able to correctly setup the electronics as well ensure that the conveying systems is operating correctly. […]

CopTool – Power Tool Reviews & News Blog

New Milwaukee M18 / M12 Combo Battery Charger 48-59-1812

This new charger from Milwaukee will be able to charge both their M12 & M18 batteries on a single charger. Unfortunately it appears they will not charge simultaneously but in the order they were placed on the unit. There are two separate lights on top to indicate which one is currently charging and when each is fully charged. This charger really does ma […]

Ridgid Plumbing Spring Fling 2012 Promotion is Here

The Ridgid brand of professional plumbing equipment is the clear industry leader with some of the most well built and innovative products available. Unfortunately this also means they do not run many promotions for their products with the exception of the once per year Spring Fling promotion where you can pick up a few extras with your purchase. The promo is […]

SawStop on Colbert: People Who Are Destroying America

"Everyone Knows Woodworking Feels Best Bare Back" possibly my favorite line from this but there are plenty of take aways from Mr. Colbert's indepth reporting on this topic. The Colbert Report Get More: Colbert Report Full Episodes,Political Humor & Satire Blog,Video Archive […]

Woodworking Show Bosch Deals 2012 – After Show Specials

If you have never been to the touring Woodworking Show we would highly recommend it, at least in our area it is heavily attended show. It is not suprising to us in the least for the price of admission there are a long list of highly skilled woodworkers such as Jim Heavey (Wood Magazine) and Roland Johnson (Fine Woodworking Magazine) who give free seminars al […]

DeWalt’s New Design for Compact Reciprocating Saw DWE357

When it comes to recips and Sawzalls there are many different styles and power ratings. Some are better for rough-in work, while the heavy hitters are better for straight demolition. It’s because of this wide range of corded reciprocating saws we really think there will be a portion of the crowd very excited about this new compact saw design. The DeWalt DWE3 […]

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Milwaukee M18 FUEL – Product Videos

We checked out the M18 FUEL drill last summer, but were sworn to secrecy. Now that it’s out, I can say “we were highly impressed” with the power and size of this tool. They should start trickling in soon for review so stay tuned. […]

DeWALT – New Product Videos

You would think with all the love we show DeWALT and having a sister site that is the biggest community of DeWALT owners on the net, we would have been invited to the 2012 Product Launch. I blame Eric for no invite, as they wouldn’t want him showing up in his bright red Milwaukee shirt. […]

Reverse Osmosis Water – Information Guide

Reverse Osmosis Systems (RO) are a great way to take impurities out of your drinking water. There are many different manufacturers and kinds of RO systems available on the market today. Your location will tell you what type of system you need. As an example someone using municipality water will need a different system than […]

ACDelco 2012 – Sneak Peek

If you checked out the TIA tool awards you know ACDelco won for best newcomer and best inspection camera of 2011. Well for 2012 they have some very cool upcoming tool releases. The ARI2023 that we reviewed here will get an upgraded 4 pole motor and as a result it will increase to 480+ Ft-Lbs. of tightening […]

Craftsman Auto Hammer

The Articulating Auto Hammer, the next generation of Auto Hammers by Craftsman. So what is so special about this and do you really need it? Before we answer that question we have to understand when we would use this tool. Before we understand when we would use this tool, we have to have a basic […]

M.POWER Tools newsfeed

Journal of Light Construction mentions M.POWER Tools Combination 3D Try Square in their "Toolbits" online.

"The maker of the Combination-3D try square claims that it can do the work of a saddle square, a marking gauge, a bevel gauge, and a combination square — with no loss of accuracy..." READ THE FULL REVIEW […]

Hard Hat Magazine gets "To the Point" with the Point 2 Point.

"M.Powers Point-2-Point layout measuring tool makes easy work of setting out a row of screws or dowels. Just extend it fully and bring the mechanism down to the required size..." READ THE FULL REVIEW […]

M.POWER Tools Profile Scriber is coming to the big screen, due to appear Thanksgiving week-end on DIY Networks Cool Tools.

Stay tuned for the PSS1 Sharpening System, Combination 3D Square and Flat Lying Trammel Set to make another appearance that same weekend. […]

The Point-2-Point is referred to as this clever gadget down under in the Woodsmith Magazine

"The Point 2 Point device has taken all the mathematics out of the equation. This clever expanding gadget..." READ THE FULL REVIEW […]

The Combination 3D Square is put through the ringers at Online Tool Reviews and comes out a winner

"I am a self-confessed power tool junkie, I will happily admit... However, I can also appreciate a good, manual, non-electric hand tool when I see, or more importantly, use one..." READ THE FULL REVIEW […]

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New Bosch 1-1/8-inch Rotary Hammer Offers More Power And Less Vibration

You can find quality tools from all of the major brands, but each brand also has their own tool or tools that they really specialize in. For Bosch, they really shine in jigsaws and rotary hammers. So it comes at no surprise that Bosch's latest Bulldog Xtreme Max Rotary Hammer (RH228VC) boasts best in class drilling capacity, speed, and vibration reducti […]

15% Off Sale At Select CPO Outlet Stores

I didn't notice this until now, but CPO Outlets held a 15% off sale yesterday in honor of Presidents Day. Good news is the sale doesn't end until tonight, so if you missed the sale yesterday, you still have a second chance. CPO sells new and reconditioned tools on their CPO brand sites, but unfortunately the sale is only good on New tools. Still 15 […]

The Colbert Report's View On A SawStop Mandate

The other day The Colbert Report did a segment about the growing of the nanny state and people who are destroying America. His target in the episode was SawStop and the inverter Steve Gass, "Who's do gooding dun gone do bad", as Colbert puts it. Should people have the right to by cheaper tools knowing that they may get injured if they use the […]

Bosch's New Hammer Drill Gets The 12V Ultra-Compact Treatment

Your hammer drill still not small enough for you? Bosch just announced that they are coming out with the PS130 hammer drill for their 12V Max line. I don't know exactly who a 12V Max hammer drill is aimed towards, but with the popularity of ultra compact tools, I guess it makes sense. Read more... […]

20 Percent Off Select Bosch Tools And Free Shipping At Ohio Power Tool

Ohio Power Tool is taking some of the deals they offer at The Wood Working Shows and is putting them online for all to take advantage of, and these deals are awesome. What they have is 20% off a few popular Bosch tools and the addition of free shipping. All four items are lower than what Amazon is offering. Take a look at the deals below, and be sure to use […]

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One Year After Fukushima, the U.S. Announces a New Nuclear Plant. Is this a Good Idea?

In March 2011, following a major earthquake and tsunami in Japan, a nuclear reactor called Fukushima Daiichi experienced a major meltdown. In short, it was an unmitigated disaster for nuclear power advocates. So, with Fukushima still fresh in everyone's minds, it may have come as a surprise to some to see all the headlines coming from the U.S. Dept. of […]

Clothes that Cleanse the Air

Will eco-fashion become a mainstream green solution? Though fashion trends come and go, a new type of air-cleansing approach to clothing could leave more of a lasting impression on the environment. […]

Ultrasonic Welder enables punch and weld in one step.

Featuring modular design, Model MPW offers ultrasonic welding as well as means of die punching filter membrane material into appropriate shape and transporting material to weld region. System utilizes reel-to-reel guide system to index membrane material into position via tension control. Cylinder actuates ultrasonic tooling through die-punch assembly, cuttin […]

Air Treatment System meets needs of diverse industries.

Intended for odor control applications, Purafil BIOLOGICAL AIR TREATER (BAT) features fixed-film trickling filter technology and is designed to occupy minimal footprint. Stable biofilms, resistant to fluctuations, lend to operability, while mixed-media support prevents plugging and channeling. In addition to natural bio-trickling microbial process, features […]

TCXO is suited for mobile, battery-powered applications.

Supplied in 5 x 7 mm ceramic package, T72 Series offers stability to ±0.2 ppm from -40 to +85°C, g-sensitivity of less than 1 x 109, phase noise floor of 159 dBc/Hz, and current consumption down to 1 mA typ. TCXO, available from 10-50 MHz, offers clipped sine wave output and 3.3 V supply range. Electronic frequency control is provided for tuning or phase loc […]

Biodegradeable Oil lubricates machine toolways, slides, and guides.

Formulated with vegetable seed oils and friction-reducing additives, UltraLube® Slide Way Oil features load carrying and anti-wear properties that protect help extend part life as well as stick-slip properties that lend to smooth operation and accurate work. Lubricant, available in ISO46 and ISO68 weights, has bio-stable formulation that does not contain any […]

Sanitary, Conductive Gasket uses FDA-approved material.

Measuring 24-72 in. round, C2 Gasket is capable of grounding screens to eliminate static that can build-up on certain products. This co-extruded product of FDA white silicone and conductive black silicone can be used in food and high-static processes. While FDA white silicone element is only portion exposed to product contact, black conductive component make […]

Safety Dome Guards provide visible lane indication.

Comprised of dome-style guards, 3/8 x 3 in. concrete anchors, and 3/8 x 6 in. concrete drill bits, Lane Safety Dome Guard Standard creates safe driving environment. Domes measure 5 ½ D x 2 3/8 in. H, and overall size of base plate is 7 x 7 x 1/8 in. Available in carton of 6, domes are made of steel with powder coat yellow finish. This story is related to the […]

Deep-Hole Drill minimizes need for pecking cycles.

Characterized by parabolic flute profile, Walter Titex UFL® A1549TFP employs helix angle of 40°, optimizing rigidity. In many applications, drilling to depth of 10-12 x D without pecking is possible. Drill's HSS-E 5% cobalt content substrate provides heat resistance, while TiAIN tip coating boosts cutting parameters and tool life, and U form point geome […]

LED Light Tower features explosion proof design.

Producing 14,790 lumens from 150 W LED light head, Model HAL-QP-1X150LED-100 illuminates 18,000 ft² of work space and is suited for hazardous locations. Tower is constructed of heavy gauge steel with adjustable LED light head encased within copper-free aluminum fixture with tempered glass door and silicone door gasket. Mast extends from 7-10 ft in 2 in. incr […]

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