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Everywhere you look there is something new in the power tool world.  The power tool world is an amazing place with new technology gaining ground every day.  It’s easy to get lost in the technology and lost in the new product innovations.  That’s why we created a section on Tools in Action that talks about power tool information.  This section is dedicated to the understanding of power tools and more.  We will dig deep into power tool manufacturers and understand the workings of the power tool world.  We will continue to add new and exciting features to this section, power tool information.  You will be able to learn about things such as Craftsman history, what do do with sawdust or understanding ladders.  Bookmark this page as we will be updating it on a regular basis.  Do you have ideas you want to share with the world.  Contact us and let us know.  Who knows maybe you can see your idea below.

How Does An Inverter Work

How Does An Inverter Work?

In our latest addition to our informational series, we are going to take a dive into a pretty scary topic. Now, we’ve featured a...
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Cordless Power Tools: Do You Need Them?

Author - Will Mears A Few Things the Homeowner/DIY’er Should Consider Let’s face it, the vast majority of us would be perfectly satisfied owning a minimal...
Worm Drive vs Sidewinder

Worm Drive vs. Sidewinder – Which is Better?

When it comes to circular saws, what do you really know about them?  Yes, it has a blade and yes, there are cordless and...
How to Keep Cutting Tools Razor Sharp

How to Keep Cutting Tools Razor Sharp

In the world of woodworking, and all things sharp, few things are as important as your cutting tools. With the advent of a lot...
Essentials for Full-time RV Living: family stands in front of their Ford Expedition, which is connected to their travel trailer at Bonelli Bluffs Campground in San Dimas, CA.

Essentials for Full-Time RV Living

Hi, I'm Kiaya and I'm new writer/editor at TIA. Prior to joining the team, my family and I were traveling the country full-time in...
The Difference Between a Drill and Impact Driver

The Difference Between a Drill and Impact Driver

We have explored a lot of commonly asked tool questions lately in informational articles. We've looked at What Your Tools Are Made Of where we...

Exstension Cords Tips and Tricks

Extension Cords, what would we do without them?  Well I guess we would be using cordless tools or each corded tool would have a...
Best Power Tool Brands

Best Power Tool Brands

We get questions through email, social media and our power tool forum about what is our favorite brand or what is the best power...

All About Ladders – Ladder Ratings

  We had a post in our forums with a question pertaining to ladders, so we thought it would be a good time to dig...
The Difference Between Brushed and Brushless Motors

The Difference Between Brushed and Brushless Motors

These days, buying a new power tool is all about getting the best “bang for your buck.” The best quality for the lowest price...
Skilsaw Table Saw

Tips On Tool Safety

Any power tool can be dangerous if not used properly. Now it's time to post a few tips on how to keep yourself safe...

Power Tool Combo Kits – What to Buy – The Guide

  We get a lot of emails from people, which we always love hearing from our readers.  They ask us questions like which combo kit...
5 places to donate tools for tax credit

5 Places to Donate Tools for Tax Credit

Now that we are done celebrating the new year we can turn our attention to something we are excited about – tax season. Just...
Drill vs Impact Driver - What is the Difference

Drill vs Impact Driver – What is the Difference?

I am sure if you are reading this you have noticed when you are looking to buy tools, you can buy either a Drill/Driver...

The Many Faces of Systainer

Sometimes it is easier for a manufacturer to go with an existing tool storage brand and just rebrand than build their own.  This seems...
What is an Impact Driver

What is an Impact Driver and Why Do You Need One?

What is an impact driver and do you need one?  Today we are going to go over what an impact driver is and what...