Power Tool News

Everyday technology is advancing.  Manufacturers are releasing power tools at record paces.  Staying up to date on recent tool releases can be a daunting task.  Lucky for you Tools in Action searches the internet and talk with manufacturers to see what’s new in the power tool world.  We find new products and report back to you on power tool news.  Bookmark this page and visit daily to see what’s going on in the world of power tools.  Don’t forget we have a newsletter that will also inform you of new tools, plus we have power tool reviews, power tool deals and more.  If you are looking to make a new power tool purchase and want to perform some research before you buy, take a look at our Power Tool Guides.  These guides make it easy finding the right tool for your next purchase.  Take a look through the recent power tool news below.

How Are Power Tools & Safety Technology Saving Skilled Trade Professionals?

The skilled trade professions are one of the most dangerous work fields, with construction injuries accounting for over 50% of workplace accidents. Jobsite accidents,...

ROBOPAKS – Extended Power for Your Tools

Recently we told you about the battery adapter that will allow you to exchange battery packs between brands, sorta.  Well  meet the Robopak, a big...

Autoshift Drills

When it comes to power tools and the clutch system, they are like manual cars, you have to shift gears.  Ryobi and Ridgid have...

Use Google Earth Pro to Quote a Job

Time is money and with todays gas prices going out to quote a job can cost even more.  How can Google Earth help you?...

First hour of tool show

Well we just took a break from the first hour of the show to go see the new Craftsman Nextec line up, so we...

Bosch hits 6.0Ah for 18V Batteries – BAT622

Bosch is the first out of the gate in the US market for 6.0 Ah 18/20V tool batteries.  What does this mean?  It means...
Craftsman "Select 26" 26 in. 2-stage 243cc Gas Snow Blower

We Review the CRAFTSMAN “Select 26” Gas Snow Blower

Happy January! We are getting absolutely pummeled by snow in Chicago. Good thing we have this CRAFTSMAN 26 in. Snow Blower to review! Today we're...
Southwire

Meet Southwire

Dan and I were driving in the car the other day and took some time to laugh at ourselves.  Why were we laughing at...
Makita Battery

Makita 18V Battery – 6Ah Battery to run the largest 18V line

Makita has the largest line of 18V tools available.  With that said, it only makes sense to have one of the best performing batteries...

M18 FUEL 1/4″ Hex Impact Driver – Milwaukee Innovation

We all know Milwaukee is not what it used to be 5 years ago, it is now one of the front runners in the...

The New M28 from Milwaukee

Say goodbye to the V28 because Milwaukee is introducing the new M28 battery pack. Power Tool News Manufacture: Milwaukee Tools Power Tool News: New M28 Battery pack Model Number:...

Coleman Shows Off New Power Tool Line Up at NHS 2011

Coleman was showing off a new line of cordless garden and power tools at the show, we snapped some pics. The 18V battery packs...
Menards Masterforce 20V 5/8 in. Mixer/Drill

Menards Masterforce Adds 20V 5/8″ Mixer/Drill

Menards Masterforce has expanded its line of 20V power tools with the addition of the Masterforce 20V 5/8 in. Mixer/Drill. This is the first...

What is a “Prosumer”?

If you've read a few articles of ours then you may have seen us throw around the term "prosumer". But what does that even...

Craftsman Experience Bloggers Summit as Told by Eric

We just got back from the Craftsman Experience.  We have to say it was one of the best manufacturers tool experiences we have ever...

Machines Of Yesteryear: Civil War Cannon Lathes

Ok, so there isn't much call for cannons these days, but when Jabberwoki over at the Garage Gazette shared one of these pics a...