Types Of Pumps The power source for pumps vary, but they all perform the same function; that is, to move liquid from one place to another. There are solar powered pumps available, and many use electrical motors. Hand operated pumps are useful in many situations as well. If you do not get water from municipal…
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Ridgid Plumbing Hand Tools For Generations
Ridgid Plumbing Hand Tools Go Far Beyond Drain Cleaners. 1923, the Ridgid Tool Company was founded in North Ridgeville, Ohio. They manufactured Ridgid hand tools, which immediately became famous for their durability and ease of use. In 1943, the company moved to Elyria, Ohio, where it became a subsidiary of Emerson Electric in 1966. Inside…
Milwaukee M18 FUEL Metal-Cutting Circular Saw Product Review
Finish your plumbing jobs with the Milwaukee 2782-20 M18 FUEL metal-cutting circular saw. Get the correct length for pipes anywhere on the job site thanks to the portable Milwaukee cordless metal-cutting circular saw. Brushless Motor = Great Performance This tool has a POWERSTATE™ brushless motor with fewer moving parts than traditional designs, making it more…
Advantages of Using a Press Tool
Pressing pipes is pretty routine work for plumbers and other tradesmen. Over a billion press fittings are installed in the United States annually. Various tools are used to modify and form pipes into multiple shapes to accommodate each project’s needs. Why Use a Press Tool for Copper and Black Pipe? At AcmeTools.com, we always look…
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…
Milwaukee TRAPSNAKE Toilet Auger Review
Overview The 2576-20 and 2576-21 snake from Milwaukee comes with a 6-foot cable that fits into 2 and 4-inch wide drains for use in most common bathroom fixtures. A retriever bulb allows you to use the drain snake to grab clogs and other items at the end to get out dropped jewelry and other essential items….
Gift Guide for the Plumbers
Wondering what to get the plumbers in your life? Check out our plumber-focused gift guide for some of our favorites and top sellers at AcmeTools.com. You may even be able to score a deal! Need more gift ideas? Find gift guides for DIYers, General Contractors, Electricians, and Woodworkers.