RIDGID Impact Rated Bits and Drill Bit Sets

By Phil Benevides

RIDGID Drill Bits and Accessories Approved on the ACC Job Site Regardless if you are a professional contractor or DIYer when it comes to drilling and driving you know the frustration that can come from using or rather TRYING to use bad bits or bit accessories. Not to mention the aggravation of searching for the…

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DEWALT Lithium Ion Black Hooded Heated Jacket Kit Review

By Phil Benevides

DEWALT Lithium Ion Hooded Jacket on the ACC Job-Site This summer DEWALT announced they would be releasing Heated Jackets compatible with either 12V MAX or 20V MAX batteries. We here at ACC have had the opportunity to try heated gear from all the big tool companies so we feel we have pretty good perspective on…

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DELTA Introduces New Heavy Duty 12-Inch Disc Sander

By Robert Robillard

DELTA Introduces New Heavy Duty 12-Inch Disc Sander Anderson, SC, July 9, 2012 – DELTA® Power Equipment Corporation, a designer and manufacturer of stationary and bench-top woodworking machinery and equipment, has introduced a new 12-inch Disc Sander, Model 31-140, with heavy duty cast iron construction and heavy duty steel bevel assembly supporting the table. The…

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DEWALT 20V Band Saw DCS371M1

By Robert Robillard

 DEWALT 20V Band Saw Kit DCS371M1 I recently had a chance to use DEWALT 20V Band Saw DCS371M1 tool at the Stanley Black and Decker Media Event at the Westin Hotel in NYC.   While I always enjoy my visits to the Big Apple the Westin hotel is no job site and so I can not…

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Diablo Demo Demon Carbide Tipped Recip Blade

By Robert Robillard

  Diablo Demo Demon Carbide Tipped Reciprocating Blade Doubles the Speed of Cut in Nail-Embedded Wood I recently attended the Diabo media event at the STAFDA event in Las Vegas.  One of the many items that Diablo is coming out is the Diablo Demo Demon Carbide Tipped Recip Blade.  a reciprocating blade with carbide?  Yup!…

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Diablo Steel Demon Reciprocating Blades

By Robert Robillard

Diablo’s Steel Demon Reciprocating Blades Cut Faster, Last Longer Diablo just announced their launch of a new innovative cutting edge for their Diablo Steel Demon Reciprocating Blades.  I got a chance to test these blades first hand and was impressed with the speed and ease of cutting, see video. Diablo Steel Demon Reciprocating Blades Video…

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Makita New 18 Volt Cordless Tools For 2014

By Robert Robillard

Makita Showcases New 18V Cordless Tools at STAFDA Trade Show This was the first year Concord Carpenter attended STAFDA.  Typically the show does not have a reputation for big surprises but this year we were pleasantly surprised to see  a some new advances in new tools and battery technology from Makita. Makita 70 Plus Tools…

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RIDGID 14 Gallon HEPA Wet Dry Vac Review

By Phil Benevides

RIDGID Delivers an Economical HEPA Vac for Contractors As a carpenter who cares about the homes I work on, the need for a HEPA Vac is more than just about meeting new EPA requirements surrounding Renovation, Repair, and Painting Program (RRP) it’s about keeping your clients home’s clean and livable during a renovation. From cutting…

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