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Circular Saw Blade (REPLACEMENT CONTRACTOR Magazine)

The 7¼-inch carbide-tipped fiber-cement circular saw blade's teeth are brazed with C4 ultra-fine carbide. The thin-kerf design offers a smoother cut; deep gullets minimize dust. The blade's 5/8-inch arbor fits any standard circular saw; and it has a 13/16-inch diamond knock-out for worm drive saws. 877.267.2499.

New Crocodile Saw From Clarke Sinks Its Teeth Into Wood, Tile, Marble and Non-ferrous Metals (ebuild)

Clarke Power Products Inc. has introduced the Crocodile Circular Saw, which provides the ergonomics and balance of an angle grinder, while delivering the incredible cutting power of a circular saw. This powerful, compact saw has few limitations. It is outfitted with four, 3/4-in.-diameter blades, capable of making straight-line razor cuts in wood, non-ferrous metals such as copper and aluminum, plastics, fiberglass, drywall, ceramic tile and marble. It even cuts conduit, pipe, and sheet steel, including truck bed diamond plate.

Litheon 36V Combination Kits (REPLACEMENT CONTRACTOR Magazine)

Three new four-piece Litheon 36V Combination Kits feature the Brute-Tough hammer drill/driver, 6½ -inch circular saw, two-speed reciprocating saw, and a flash-light, along with the Bosch-exclusive Flexible Power System. With twice the runtime and five times the battery cycle-life of 18-volt lithium-ion and nickel-cadmium tools on the market, the maker says the tools offer professionals the ability to tackle heavy-duty projects previously impossible with cordless technology. All kits include a one-hour battery charger and a soft tool-bag. 877.267.2499.

Cordless Circular Saws (REPLACEMENT CONTRACTOR Magazine)

New WSC 7.25-A 36-volt 7½-inch and WSC 6.5-A 24-volt 6½-inch cordless circular saws are designed to handle a variety of applications, including ripping sheets of wood and composite materials, cutting forming boards, trimming and cut-outs, as well as bevel and miter cuts. The WSC 7.25-A runs on a 36-volt lithium-ion battery, making it the highest-capacity cordless circular saw on the market, the maker says. An addition to the Hilti 24-volt platform, the WSC 6.5-A offers a 2¼-inch cutting depth at 90 degrees and is equipped with a sturdy twin-arm rip fence. 800.879.8000.

Hilti WSC 7.25-A 36V and WSC 6.5-A 24V Cordless Circular Saws (ebuild)

The new Hilti WSC 7.25-A 36-volt 7 1/2-inch and WSC 6.5-A 24-volt 6 1/2-inch cordless circular saws provide the maximum working power needed to get the job done. As an alternative where power is not available, the cordless circular saws are designed to handle a variety of applications, including ripping sheets of wood and composite materials, cutting forming boards, trimming and cut-outs, as well as bevel and miter cuts.

Framing Blades (REMODELING Magazine)

Two premium 7¼-inch framing blades are part of the VPR product series. A proprietary hollow-ground tooth design allows each tooth on the blade to act as a scoop. The design helps extend blade life, and lets the blade move faster and smoother with less effort from the tool. Blade model 725213 (shown) features an alternating tooth bevel design for a fast, clean cut, while model 725215 has a U-shaped tooth design, creating a total of 48 cutting points to reduce vibration. 800.829.4752.

Cordless Circ Saws (TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine)

When I began working in the building trades some thirty-plus years ago, carpentry tools fell into two categories: basic hand tools and simple electric power tools. I didn't start working with cordless tools until the mid-80s, when I bought my first 9.6-volt, 3 3/8-inch blade cordless saw–more of a toy than a tool. Today, however, cordless technology seems to be the fastest growing segment of the construction tool market, and cordless saws have come a long way in terms of technology, power, and performance. I was eager to test the newest models on my jobsites, and I am happy to say that many of these saws finally can be considered power tools.

DeWALT Launches 28V Circular Saw with NANO Technology (ebuild)

DEWALT, a leading manufacturer of industrial power tools, announced the launch of its heavy-duty 28V 6 1/2" circular saw (DC310K) 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 needs of professional contractors. Available in October 2007, the 28V circular saw with NANO Technology provides end users with increased levels of power and run-time to complete heavy-duty jobsite applications.

Lithium-ion Option for One+ System (BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine)

The company now offers 18-volt lithium-ion (LI) batteries and tools that are compatible with its current 18-volt nicad One+ System of tools. The LI batteries provide twice the run time and weigh 20 percent less than traditional 18-volt nicad batteries. New LI kits include a battery upgrade kit, a two-piece drilling kit, and a four-piece power tool kit. 800-525-2579. www.ryobitools.com.

SKIL Power Tools Searches for America's Top Doghouses (ebuild)

The American doghouse has come a long way since the first time Snoopy climbed to the roof of his simple red wood edifice. With a passion for both their four-legged friends and their DIY projects, many dog owners take great pride in building a home for their dog that's almost as impressive as their own. Now SKIL Power Tools is saluting the most creative, lavish and unique doghouses in America through the "Extreme Doghouse" contest.