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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Tools For Generations
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…
Milwaukee M18 FUEL Metal-Cutting Circular Saw Review
Finish you plumbing jobs with the Milwaukee 2782-20 M18 FUEL metal-cutting circular saw. Get just the right length for pipes anywhere on the jobsite thanks to the portable Milwaukee cordless metal-cutting circular saw. Brushless Motor = Great Performance This tool has a POWERSTATE™ brushless motor that has fewer moving parts than traditional designs, which makes…
Advantages of Using a Press Tool
Pressing pipe is pretty routine work for a plumber and other tradesmen. More than a billion press fittings are installed in the United States every year. A variety of tools are used to modify and form pipe into a variety of shapes to accommodate the individual needs of each project. Why Use a Press Tool…
Milwaukee M12 TRAPSNAKE, On the Job Review
Acme Tools was proud to present Brad Near, @KnarlyCarl, a licensed plumber, with a Milwaukee M12 TRAPSNAKE Toilet Auger and Urinal Auger for his professional opinion. Here is what he had to say: Initial Thoughts Milwaukee recently launched their new toilet and urinal auger system, which they named “Trapsnake”, and is powered by either the…
Milwaukee TRAPSNAKE Toilet Auger Review
Overview The 2576-20 and 2576-21 snake from Milwaukee comes with a 6-foot cable that fits into drains between 2 and 4 inches wide 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 important…
Gift Guide: For the Plumber
Wondering what to get the plumbers in your life? Check out our gift guide for some of our favorites. You may even be able to score a deal! Need more gift ideas? Find gift guides for DIYers, General Contractors, Electricians and Woodworkers.