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Work Stations For Your Miter Saw

When you’re on a job site cutting lumber for framing, you must ensure 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 to securely hold it in place. Why Use A Miter Saw Stand? Table…

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. Then, you are expected to purchase all your electrical tools and an excellent tool bag simultaneously. We understand that you may be reluctant to spend much money on your tools,…

Safety Tips For Using A Chainsaw

The best thing about outdoor power equipment is that it lets you do all sorts of work 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 Safe…

Steel Fiberglass Hammer in Framers Pouch

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. The combination of dust extractor, dust attachment, power tool, and personal protection equipment is at the heart of protection. Bosch Power…

Etch Glass with a Dremel

Did you know that your Dremel rotary tool can etch glass? Pretty cool, huh? If you need a personalized gift or want to give your glassware a unique flare but are unsure how you have come to the right place! Here are all the steps you’ll need to customize glassware. Dremel provides you with easy…

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 beautiful options, but many contractors and tradesmen use a…

Worker walking through a park blowing leaves off of the sidewalk.

Uses for A Leaf Blower Throughout the Year

Your leaf blower is not just for the fall. Your leaf blower is handy for cleaning up the yard in the autumn, but did you know you don’t have to keep it in the garage for the rest of the year? From finishing household tasks to making fun toys (yes, really), there are several uses for leaf…

DeWalt Flexvolt Joist Drill making holes in framing studs

Electricians Benefit Using Cordless Tools

Cordless power tools are significant in every contractor and tradesman’s tool bag. We all love cordless tools because it is so much more convenient to use a cordless screwdriver instead of a standard screwdriver that requires us to twist our hands and wrist fifty times to deal with one screw or a heavy and clumsy…

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…