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Hilti Offers Powerful Combihammer (ebuild)

Blending exceptional power with a unique level of operating comfort, the Hilti TE 40-AVR Combihammer is the most powerful machine available in the TE-C (SDS-Plus) class of tools. With a 1,010-watt motor, the TE 40-AVR is ideal for a variety of applications, including hammer drilling in concrete, masonry and natural stone; light chiseling on concrete and masonry; socket cutting using percussion core bits up to 3 1/2-inch; and drilling with high torque in wood and steel (with optional chuck). For maximum working comfort, the TE 40-AVR features an innovative, perfectly balanced design and ergonomic D-grip, as well as Active Vibration Reduction (AVR), which lowers vibrations and helps reduce operator fatigue over long periods of time.

Hilti Introduces Powerful TE 70/TE 70-ATC Combihammers (ebuild)

The new Hilti TE 70 and TE 70-ATC Combihammers unleash incredible power while maintaining maximum working comfort. With a 1600-watt motor, the TE 70 delivers impressive power for fast drilling in various applications, including drilling in concrete, stone and masonry with TE-YX (SDS Max) bits; drilling holes for rebar dowels and anchor bolts; through-hole drilling and coring for mechanical and electrical applications, as well as chiseling and demolition of concrete and masonry. The TE 70 also offers the best power-to-weight ratio in its class for excellent productivity and features an optimized mechanical clutch to provide maximum torque.

Hitachi Introduces the DH45MR 1-3/4" SDS Max Rotary Hammer with Revolutionary IDI Technology (ebuild)

Hitachi Power Tools introduces the DH45MR, a 1-3/4" SDS Max Rotary Hammer featuring patented Internal Double Insulation (IDI) technology and a best-in-class impact energy of 11.4 ft-lbs. The DH45MR offers the fastest drilling and chiseling speeds on the market and is engineered to conquer concrete, mortar, tile and other hard materials while including features that maximize user comfort and convenience.

DeWALT Launches Heavy-Duty Demolition Hammers (ebuild)

DeWALT, a leading manufacturer of industrial power tools, today announces the launch of its new heavy-duty demolition hammers (D25899K, D25901K, D25941K). These new demolition hammers are designed to provide end users with increased durability, performance, comfort, and serviceability on the jobsite. Available in February 2008, the demolition hammers are ideal for electricians, plumbers, concrete contractors, waterproofers, demolition crews, public utilities workers, and general contractors

S-B Industries Introduces the Lobster Tools Cordless Rivet Nut Setter (ebuild)

SB Industries recently introduced the innovative new Lobster Tools Cordless Rivet Nut Setter, offering industrial manufacturers, automotive repair professionals, HVAC installers, general contractors and more the ability to set rivet nuts anywhere compressed air is not available, from off-line production applications to those that require the freedom of portability.

DeWALT Launches 28V Rotary Hammer with NANO Technology (ebuild)

DEWALT, a leading manufacturer of industrial power tools, announced the launch of its heavy-duty 28V SDS rotary hammer (DC228KL) with NANO Technology. NANO Technology is a proprietary technology from DEWALT that combines maximum life, weight and performance in an ideal ergonomic package, helping to meet the jobsite needs of professional contractors.

Cordless Rotary Hammers (TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine)

As a self-employed contractor in New England for nearly 30 years, I've relied on rotary hammers for as long as I've been in business. As a concrete foundation contractor, I've used them to drill holes for placing rebar into existing foundations to tie into a new pour, and occasionally on new foundations to chisel out a misplaced or forgotten beam pocket or utility chase. These days, with my projects ranging from residential remodeling and new construction to light commercial work, I use them less often but for more varied tasks like drilling for missed anchor bolts, installing deck ledger bolts into foundation walls, chiseling out old concrete firestops, creating holes for conduit, and especially tying new foundations into old.

Product Watch: Corded Tools (TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine)

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DeWalt Introduces Next Generation Corded 1-inch SDS Hammers (ebuild)

DEWALT, a leading manufacturer of industrial power tools, today announced the launch of its new line of heavy-duty 1-inch corded SDS hammers. The hammers have been designed with a patent pending ram and improved features to provide end users maximum power, performance and comfort. The SDS hammers are ideal for professional concrete contractors, electricians, mechanical contractors, plumbers, HVAC professionals, window glazers, drywall professionals, carpenters and remodelers.

Product Review: Tools and Hardware (PROSALES Magazine)

Year after year, the diversity of our Editors' Choice winners continues to reflect the many ways in which the pro supply industry changes and evolves. We hope many of these products will strike your fancy and reveal themselves to you as valuable tools--not just more items to sell--as you progress through 2007.