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  • Lithium-ion Option for One+ System
  • BUILDING PRODUCTS Magazine (9/7/2007)
  • 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.
  • Allaso Tool SystemProfessional Ladder Utility System
  • BUILDER Online (9/6/2007)
  • Utility Player. You can always use some storage space up on a ladder and the Professional Ladder Utility System offers it. The unit contains a ladder mount, tool bucket with carrying handle, and a universal tool holder. Other features include a safety latch, safety strap, and leveling adjustment block. Cost: $22. Creative Sales. 866-869-8115.
  • Contractor Series Fold-A-Cart WheelbarrowContractor Series Fold-A-Cart Wheelbarrow
  • BUILDER Online (9/6/2007)
  • Fold Up. This isn't your grandfather's wheelbarrow. designed for heavy-duty construction work, the Contractor Series Fold-A-Cart has flat-free wheels and folds down for easy storage and transportation. The unit is narrow enough to fit through doors and carries up to 400 pounds and 9 cubic feet of material. Cost: $199.95. Fold-A-Tools. 866-977-3653.
  • Pivot Square Framing SquarePivot Square Framing Square
  • BUILDER Online (9/6/2007)
  • Pivot Move. Pivot Square looks like a traditional rafter square, but it isn't. It has three vials that determine roof pitches, indicate grade, facilitate miter cuts, and allow for leveling and plumbing cuts. A locking mechanism sets the square at a specific angle for marking repetitive cut lines in degrees or roof pitches. Cost: $83.92. C.H. Hanson Co. 800-827-3398.
  • Cleco D SeriesCooper Power Tools' Pulse Tool Technology Provides Industry-First Solution to Improve Productivity
  • ebuild (9/6/2007)
  • Cooper Power Tools today introduced the Cleco D Series pulse tools, bringing an industry-first solution to increase productivity. The Cleco D Series line utilizes an industry-first adjustable pulse chamber and the lowest number of parts in the pulse unit to provide longer operating life and simplified maintenance When initial maintenance is needed, service technicians can now perform maintenance in approximately two minutes - 10 times faster than competitive systems.
  • Mud MixerUSG SHEETROCK Tools Revolutionize Mixing of Joint Compound with Professional Mud Mixer
  • ebuild (9/6/2007)
  • United States Gypsum Company recently announced the introduction of the SHEETROCK brand Professional Mud Mixer as part of its line of premium drywall installation tools. This unique new tool for mixing joint compound facilitates quick mixing while minimizing the spinning and shaking of the bucket, and reducing spills and splatters. Made of a durable heavy gauge steel construction, the Mud Mixer consists of a 30 inch shaft followed by four S-shaped mixing blades. Because it is balanced, and self-centering, this mud mixer is easier to operate, mixes up to 20 percent faster than conventional mixers and minimizes bucket gouge.
  • SWINGSTRAP: Reversible ratchet headbandNORTH SAFETY PRODUCTS SUPEREIGHT Swingstrap by Fibre-Metal
  • ebuild (9/5/2007)
  • Choose the patented SWINGSTRAP SUPEREIGHT cap by Fibre-Metal when mounting face or welding protection onto your hard hat. Simply swing your SWINGSTRAP forward to wear rear facing and back again for the forward peak position. SWINGSTRAP eliminates downtime from removing, reversing and then reinstalling the whole suspension. Fibre-Metal ships their hard hats fully assembled - see the difference quality makes.
  • The PAMREX 36CertainTeed introduces PAMREX 36" Oversized Manhole Cover for US Municipalities
  • ebuild (9/5/2007)
  • CertainTeed, the premier provider of technically advanced municipal castings in the United States, introduces its new PAMREX 36" manhole cover, designed to fit oversize manholes in U.S. municipalities. The PAMREX 36" has all the same excellent features as the original PAMREX, such as infiltration resistance and exceptional ergonomics for operator safety, but also answers the needs of municipalities that have built larger sized manhole openings in response to safety concerns.
  • Covered under Hilti Lifetime ServiceHigh Performance and Low Weight Hilti TE 500 Breaker
  • ebuild (9/5/2007)
  • With the best performance-to-weight ratio in the industry, the groundbreaking Hilti TE 500 Breaker delivers the impressive power and high level of working comfort you have come to expect from Hilti. The strong 1,100-watt motor delivers remarkable power for fast chiseling in applications such as correctional chiseling, surface smoothing, making/enlarging breaches, removing tiles and channeling. The rounded and rubber-padded TE grip provides exceptional working comfort, which helps reduce fatigue and increase productivity on the job site.

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