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Hilti PRI 2 Rotating Laser for Horizontal and Vertical Applications
- ebuild (5/10/2007)
- Designed for horizontal and vertical use, the Hilti PRI 2 Rotating Laser System is ideal for interior finishing, mechanical and electrical applications. With one-button operation, an infrared remote control and optional laser receiver, the PRI 2 system is easy to use and easy to set up, which helps save time and improve jobsite productivity. An extension of the Hilti rotating laser portfolio, the PRI 2 is self-leveling and can be set up vertically or horizontally. For vertical applications, the laser can set out right angles with a 90 degree beam. With a selection of four different rotating speeds, the PRI 2 is highly versatile and suitable for various applications including layout and alignment of suspended ceilings, drywall, pipes and conveyance systems.
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IRWIN STRAIT-LINE announces Extension of Marking Chalk Line
- ebuild (4/13/2007)
- IRWIN Industrial Tools announces an extension of the STRAIT-LINE Marking Chalk line to meet the needs of professionals for accuracy and attention to detail. IRWIN STRAIT-LINE has expanded its range of category-leading marking products with the addition of Dust-Off Chalk and Permanent Staining Chalk. Dust-Off Chalk is removable chalk that can be used to mark interior walls and trim and then wiped away cleanly. Permanent Staining Chalk is great for extreme outdoor conditions because it can withstand harsh weather conditions and months of jobsite wear
- Product Review: Tools and Hardware
- PROSALES Magazine (3/1/2007)
- 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.
- Product Watch: Laser Tools
- TOOLS OF THE TRADE Magazine (2/5/2007)
- Four cross line lasers in one, the Stanley FatMax CL54 has four lasers that create five points of reference: three horizontal and one vertical laser crosses (accurate within +/- 1/8 inch at 32 feet) and a plumb-down beam (accurate within +/- 1/4 inch at 50 feet). It has a range of up to 32 feet. The self-leveling unit, which can be used for a range of tasks, features adjustable 360-degree circle reading, fine-tune adjustment, compensator lock for transport, visible out-of-level alarm, and a removable floor trivet. It also can be used on a tripod.
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True Blue Heavy-Duty Magnetic em71 Jamb Set Level
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (1/22/2007)
- Empire Level. Featuring a solid-block acrylic vial that provides enhanced readability and accuracy, the True Blue heavy-duty magnetic em71 Jamb Set level is designed to make squaring door jambs easy, fast, and accurate. The em71 set includes a 78-inch and a 32-inch level. Neodymium rare earth magnets stabilize the levels on metal studs, door frames, or any other metal surface for hands-free use. 800-558-0722.
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Show Time: IBS Preview
- BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (1/19/2007)
- 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.
- Laser Levels Bring Accuracy to the Job Site
- (12/11/2006)
- Laser Levels are capable of giving measurements greater than metal or wooden levels, and at affordable prices. It is important to keep levels protected from moisture, heat, and cold. Temperatures in excess of 110 degrees can impact operability of a laser level. In direct sunlight it is advisable to use a moist cloth or umbrella. The Levels, Laser category on ebuild lists laser levels for leveling purposes.
- Tools and Equipment
- (12/11/2006)
- You can find three different kinds of information about Tools and Equipment on ebuild by clicking on the three tabs near the top of the page. The Products tab leads to catalog-style listings through the ebuild Specifier - a unique parametric search that enables you to select specifications to find tools and equipment that meet your exact criteria. The Companies tab leads to manufacturer listings complete with information about the type of tools and equipment that each company offers, manufacturer contact information and links to company Web sites. The Articles tab leads to articles and links related to tools and equipment from the homebuilding industry's most informative trade journals and Web sites.
- DeWalt Tools
- (12/7/2006)
- Search for DeWalt tools and equipment under ebuild's Tools and Equipment supercategory. You'll find air compressors, circular saws, drills, generators, jigsaws, laminate trimmers, laser levels, miter saws, power planes, reciprocating saws, routers, sanders and screwguns. Find corded and cordless DeWalt tools, including saws and drills. Search and compare by specifications relevant to each tool type, such as peak horsepower, speed control type, and more.Find DeWalt tools along with power tools from other major manufacturers such as Bosch, Hitachi, Makita, Milwaukee, Porter-Cable, Ryobi and Skil. ebuild allows you to quickly find the right tools and equipment for all homebuilding and remodeling projects.
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Introducing the VibroMet MB-LDV
- ebuild (11/14/2006)
- On display this week at Aerospace Testing Expo North America 2006 will be the new VibroMet MB-LDV, an easy to use non-contact instrument capable of simultaneously measuring vibrations at multiple locations on a target with extremely high sensitivity. Since all points are measured at the same time, transient events can be accurately measured. In addition, the relative phase between measurement locations can be used to generate modal vibration patterns in a single shot.
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