Product Spotlight
Wire stripper
The Kinetic Reflex wire stripper has combination solid and stranded wire stripping holes. The wire stripper incorporates an ergonomically curved handle with a stress-reducing grip and a thumb guide. The multi-purpose tool features a plier nose, precision-ground knife-type blades, bolt cutters that shear bolts and screws, and a wire loop.
Ideal Industries
Circle 302
Insulated hand tools
This line of impact-resistant, flame-retardant, insulated hand tools can withstand 1,000V. The tools come with a visual wear indicator, and they're laser-marked with a safety warning and part number.
FCI-Burndy
Circle 301
Reciprocating saws
The RS series of corded reciprocating saws is available in three models. The 9A RS5 saw weighs 7.2 lb and features a variable speed trigger, a soft grip handle, a rafter hook, and a 360° scroll collar for cutting in confined spaces. The 12A RS10 saw weighs 8 lb and is equipped with the company's LockJaw blade change system, a 0.75-in. stroke length, a pushbutton adjustable open-slot foot, and a rafter hook. The 13A RS20 also weighs 8 lb and features a 1.25-in. stroke length, one-handed blade insertion and removal, and a Direct Connect cord management system in addition to all the features of the RS10.
Bosch Power Tools
Circle 300
Build-your-own tool set
The “Build Your Own Combo” 18V system allows users to customize their own tool kit. It starts with the base kit, which includes two 18V battery packs, a charger, and a contractor bag. The company then offers 12 different tools to add to the kit like a 0.5-in. driver/drill tool, a rotary hammer, or a metal-cutting circular saw. The company also has a list of recommended tool kits based on profession.
Milwaukee Electric Tool
Circle 303
Hammerdrill/drill/drivers
This line of seven XRP cordless hammerdrill/drill/drivers comprises three 18V models, three 14.4V models, and one 12V model. The drill/drivers feature a 550-in.-lb, high-torque motor and a 3-speed, all metal transmission. They come equipped with a 0.5-in ratcheting chuck, an all-metal sleeve, and carbide jaws to prevent bits from slipping or falling out of the tool.
Dewalt
Circle 304