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Work Gloves Go High-Tech (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

Pick up a gear catalog from a decade ago and you'd likely find that work gloves pretty much came in two flavors: cloth and leather. There were a few variations. Times have changed. Thanks to space-age materials and thoughtful engineering that take into account the shape of the hand and the nature of the task, many of the latest and greatest work gloves provide fit, form, and function like never before. And many pros are eager to upgrade.

PORTER-CABLE Upgrades 2-1/4 Peak HP 890 Series Router Plunge Base (ebuild)

In 2003, PORTER-CABLE turned the router world "on its head" with the introduction of the 2-1/4 peak horsepower 890 series routers designed for both inverted router table mounting and portable freehand use. Continuing in its innovation of the 890 series routers, today PORTER-CABLE unveils an upgraded plunge base that features improved control, accuracy and dust collection features.

"REVOLUTION" at AWFS in Las Vegas (ebuild)

Today, PORTER-CABLE and DELTA Machinery reached a significant milestone in the brands' combined 189 years of woodworking history by unveiling a new generation of professional woodworking tools for the industry's most complete line-up of portable, stationary and benchtop woodworking power tools, equipment and accessories. Building upon each brand's heritage of industry-changing innovation, PORTER-CABLE and DELTA Machinery announced a unified marketing and growth strategy, which incorporates a new modern and precise industrial tool design. The announcement was made at the 2007 AWFS (Association of Woodworking and Furnishings Suppliers) Fair held at the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Milwaukee Router Kit (TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine)

I rely on routers for multiple tasks in my snowboard manufacturing shop; around here, they really get a workout. I recently tested Milwaukee's new 2-1/4-hp router combo kit in different stages of wood core production. With the fixed base, I template-cut wood cores, running the machine for hours at a time. I also tested the plunge-base operation and its ability to maintain depth tolerance while plunge-boring hundreds of holes in finished cores.

QuickScribe Router Attachment Saves Time and Money Scribing Without the Hassle (ebuild)

Walls and edges seldom fit squarely against a new countertop, cabinet or panel. Bends and bows can turn any surface installation into a time-consuming battle for perfection. That is why Bill Friegang, owner of the San Jose-based Custom Design Cabinets, invented the patented QuickScribe

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

The latest tools and accessories.

Precise Dovetail Joints Are Easy-To-Make With PORTER-CABLE Brand's New Dovetail Jigs (ebuild)

PORTER-CABLE introduced its first joinery system, the Omnijig, to help woodworkers produce dovetail joints easier and faster. Continuing its innovation of the Omnijig today PORTER-CABLE introduced two new Omnijig Joinery System dovetail jigs, 16-inch model 55160 and 24-inch model 77240, at its 100th Anniversary event and booth #5413 at the 2006 International Woodworking Fair (IWF) in Atlanta.

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.

Show Time: IBS Preview (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

The International Builders' Show is back in Orlando, Fla., for a third year, and the NAHB expects it to be bigger and better than ever. The event at the Orange County Convention Center Feb. 7-10 promises to include the most exciting new products for the home building and remodeling industries. There will be more than 1,600 exhibitors from the United States and around the world. In this issue, catch a glimpse of some of the products and materials that can help you save time and money and attract new customers. Walking around the Builders' Show may not be as fun as spending time at Disney World, but it's certainly more educational.

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