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Dan Maxey

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Dan handles all the day to day production of video content and brand management. When not working he is traveling or working on some sort of Jeep CJ project.
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Bosch Wireless Charging L-BOXX Bay – Across the Pond

What a wireless charging L-BOXX you say? Why , yes indeed! So if you happen to live in Europe it looks like they are...

Tool Award Season is Here – Pro Tool Innovation Awards

Would you believe me if I told you that Tools In Action has been around for over 10 years?  That's right, on August 5th...
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Black and Decker 20V Hot Glue Gun BDCGG20 – First Look

Everyone needs and loves hot glue.  It allows you to place, fix and secure just about anything. The problem has always been the glue...

DeWALT 20V MAX Battery Adapter – Finally

Well it seems DeWALT has come out with an adapter that allows you to use the new 20V lithium ion batteries on the old...

Quality Gadget Tools

Gadgets are everywhere.  They always tend to break when you need them the most.  I am sick of buying those cheap little screwdrivers that...

OSHA Vindicated – Lunch Break

Whats the worst thing that can usually happen to you on a job site?  An injury or a visit from OSHA?  Well in this...

SawStop Vs Bosch – The Battle Begins

First let me start by saying I can't stand lawyers and bureaucrats.  They hamper progress and drain the economy dry.  Sawstop is famous for...

Mad Skills – WoodWorking Walking Machine Powered by DeWALT

If I had skills like the guy in this video I would be dangerous!  He made a machine that walks and is powered by...

Wilton BASH Sledghammers

I am not a fan of wood handled sledge hammers.  They can easily get damaged when an over strike occurs.  Luckily Wilton has come...

Troy-Bilt FLEX Mower and Blower – First Look

Most of the innovation in the outdoor power equipment category has been focused on electric power.  Those with bigger yards still need gas power...
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New Milwaukee Tool Lights for 2015 – First Look

It has been a busy week behind the scenes here at TIA. We attended the 2015 Milwaukee Tool New Product Symposium.  They showed off...

Bosch Carbide Daredevil Hole Saws – Added to the Ultimate Tool Bag Giveaway

In case you haven't heard Bosch has some new hole saws that are adding some serious efficiency to the job site!  We had a...

Festool CT Wings – Cheap Labor

When hanging crown molding or shelves you always need an extra hand. We recenty got some Festool CT Wings from FestoolProducts.com.  The wings attach...

Kwikset KEVO – Bluetooth Deadbolt

In the future you will be able touch a door to unlock it.  Wait, that time is now.  Kwikset has released the KEVO Bluetooth...
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DeWALT DPG82-11C Safety Goggles

I have worn glasses for 15+ years.  I hated my glasses, so I recently got Lasik eye surgery.  Now I miss the safety protection...
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SunJack Light Stick and USB Charger

We have gone over portable USB power before, but this one is the coolest by far.   It is a waterproof 350 Lumen light stick...