Ridgid Plumbing Hand Tools Go Far Beyond Drain Cleaners. In 1923, the Ridgid Tool Company was founded in North Ridgeville, Ohio. They manufactured Ridgid hand tools, which immediately became popular because of their durability and ease of use. In 1943, the company moved to Elyria, Ohio, where they became a subsidiary of Emerson Electric in…
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Work Stations For Your Miter Saw
When you’re on a job site cutting lumber for framing, you need to make sure that you cut precisely. A stationary miter saw is usually the right tool for this task. To get the most out of your tool, set it up on a stand designed to hold it in place securely. Why Use A Miter…
Why Buy Quality Electrical Tools While In Trade School
Quality And Safety Are Built Into High End Electrical Tools. Trade school can be expensive enough with the cost of tuition, books, and other miscellaneous fees and then you are expected to purchase all your electrical tools and a nice tool bag at the same time. We understand that you may be reluctant to spend…
Safety Tips For Using A Chainsaw
The best thing about outdoor power equipment is that it lets you get all sorts of work done in very little time. Tools such as chainsaws require a certain amount of knowledge to use safely. You can also decrease your chance of injury by outfitting yourself with proper personal protective equipment, or PPE. Safe Practices Make For…
Why Use A Titanium Hammer
Hammers are one of the most important hand tools anyone can own. Most general contractors, handymen, and tradesmen have a preference as to the type of hammer they use when they are working on a project. We often choose different types of hammers based on whether we’re building, finishing, or demolishing. While you may already…
Bosch and 3M Team Up for Silica Dust Protection
Preventing and protecting your workers from silica dust is getting easier. Prevention from respirable silica dust exposure is gaining momentum and OSHA has laid out direct actions for employers in their Table 1 directory. At the heart of protection is the combination of dust extractor, dust attachment, power tool, and personal protection equipment. Bosch Power…
Etch Glass with a Dremel
Did you know that your Dremel rotary tool can etch glass? Pretty cool, huh! If you’re in need of a personalized gift or just want to give your glassware a unique flare but not sure how, then you have come to the right place! Here are all the steps you’ll need to customize glassware. Dremel…
Why Choose a Tool Bag Instead of a Tool Box
The Advantages of a Tool Bag over a Tool Box There are many different options available to you for storing your tools. You can choose from a tool chest, a rolling toolbox, a cabinet, a metal or plastic toolbox, or a tool bag. They are all wonderful options, but many contractors and tradesmen are choosing…
Uses for A Leaf Blower Throughout the Year
Your leaf blower is not just for the fall. Your leaf blower is very useful at cleaning up the yard in the autumn, but did you know that you don’t have to keep it in the garage the rest of the year? From finishing household tasks to making fun toys (yes, really), there are several uses for…
Electricians Benefit Using Cordless Tools
Cordless power tools are the big thing in every contractor and tradesman’s tool bag. We all love cordless tools because it’s so much more convenient to use a cordless screwdriver in lieu of a standard screwdriver that requires us to twist our hand and wrist 50 times to deal with one screw or a heavy…