New Jig Outfits Trim Routers for Portable Circle Cutting Applications MEDINA, MN (March 13, 2013) – Rockler Woodworking and Hardware has introduced the Trim Router Circle Cutting Jig, a device that interfaces with trim routers for precise circle routing applications. The jig allows an infinitely adjustable range of 6″ to 36″ circle cutting diameters and is compact enough…
This is a tool I stumbled upon quite by accident. I happened to be at one of Paslode’s warehouses recently and the Eagle Claw was hanging on their product wall. Naturally, I was drawn to it, having never seen anything quite like it before. What a brilliant idea, though! The Eagle Claw is a cat’s…
Mr. Heater Hero 60 MH60CLP Propane Heater Few things in life are worse than a cold workshop. OK, there may be some, but not many. It’s tough to be productive and creative when your fingers are numb. Thank goodness for Mr. Heater. We discovered this cordless wonder at the National Hardware Show, after hearing about…
Bosch RHH181 18v Rotary Hammer | CES 2013 Of all to places to find a cordless rotary hammer, the Consumer Electronics Show was one of the last places that comes to mind. That is, however, precisely where we found the Bosch team unveiling this new powerhouse of a tool.The Bosch RHH181 features the latest Bosch…
Easily convert from trimming to edging in seconds TOWSON, Md. (February 19, 2013) – Black & Decker® introduces the new 14” High Performance String Trimmer (GH3000), an ideal solution for trimming and edging along sidewalks, driveways and borders. The GH3000 string trimmer features a 7.5 amp motor that provides high performance trimming of tough weeds,…
Rockler Woodworking and Hardware has added three new items to its line of I-Semble® custom furniture components – Slip-On 1×4 Bookcase Brackets, Slip- On Ladder Bookcase Brackets, and the Cross Strap Shelf Stabilizer Kit. The Slip-On 1×4 Bookcase Brackets slide over 3/4″ stock and function as sturdy cross braces between the shelves and the carcass,…
New Study Reveals Some Interesting Thoughts A recent study into the effects of power tool usage on a person’s love life has brought new attention to an otherwise neglected subject. Can power tool usage affect the way a person seeks, finds, and enjoys love? Hmmmm….interesting question. We decided to investigate this phenomena ourselves. Take a…
MILWAUKEE, WI – Milwaukee Tool Corporation continues to expand the fastest growing 18V platform in the industry with the introduction the industry’s first 18V Compact Impact Wrenches with over 200 ft-lbs of torque. As part of the new M18 FUEL™ line that launched in 2012, the new tools feature Milwaukee’s exclusive combination of the POWERSTATE™…
Paslode CR175C Cordless Roofing Nailer Review This tool has been a long-time coming on my list. What a great idea…the one place you DON’T ever want to have to drag an air hose is onto a roof…especially if you’re shooting only a handful of fasteners. We all know that compressor set-up is a time-killer. CR175C…
Heavy-Duty Stands, Fences, And Accessories Deliver Accuracy And Portability Rockler Woodworking and Hardware has announced that it will now distribute a variety of new products from the FastCap Best Fence System. The system is designed to help woodworkers and contractors achieve an extremely high degree of accuracy on a miter or chop saw. The FastCap…