Bring it With You Hitachi C10RJ 10-inch jobsite table saw is a shop on the go. Its 15-Amp motor spins at a rate of 4,500 rpm to make the Hitachi job site table saw powerful enough to work on hardwoods. The Hitachi portable jobsite table saw lets you take the shop with you right to…
Bosch PS42 12V Impact Driver and PS82 12V Impact Wrench
For the trade professional working on a ceiling at a difficult angle, it matters that the 1/4″ hex impact driver or 3/8″ impact wrench in their hand is the most compact 12V tool in its class. In fact, it matters a lot. The Bosch PS42 12V impact driver delivers a maximum torque rating of 975…
Types of Circular Saws?
Sidewinders? Worm Drives? Hypoids? Oh my! No, this is not a zoology lesson! It examines circular saw types to decide what’s best for you. What is a Sidewinder or In-Line Circular Saw. It’s the most common type, especially in the eastern part of the United States. The sidewinder’s motor is mounted on the side of…
Milwaukee M12 TRAPSNAKE Product Review: On The Job Site
Acme Tools proudly presented Brad Near, @KnarlyCarl, a licensed plumber, with a Milwaukee M12 TRAPSNAKE Toilet Auger and Urinal Auger, for his professional opinion. Initial Thoughts Milwaukee Tool recently launched its new toilet and urinal auger system, which they named “Trapsnake.” It is interchangeable, powered by a motor pack or a hand crank. I received…
A Complete Drill Tap Chart
Predrilling is a must when your job requires tapping a hole in metal. Once you determine what size tap is needed, you must know what size hole to pre-drill. Our drill tap chart below will assist you in finding the correct size drill bit for fractional, taper pipe, and metric taps. Fractional Drill Tap Chart Fractional…
Stand Up for Safety
A construction site can be dangerous and even deadly. However, following the proper procedures and protocols can significantly help make your construction site a safer place to work for yourself and your co-workers. Brush up on these stats and tips to better understand just how important workplace safety is and how you can prevent accidents…
Decibel Graph
Noise Level: Specific tools emit loud noises, and extensive exposure can cause hearing problems. Acme Tools has created a simple graph to help combat this issue. This graph will show the dB (Decibel) level and a common equivalent to better relate to the sound. Conclusion: Did this help at all? Let us know…