Milwaukee M12 HAMMERVAC Universal Dust Extractor

By Robert Robillard

Milwaukee M12™ HAMMERVAC™ Universal Dust Extractor Kit 2306-22 Review We recently had the opportunity to bring the Milwaukee M12 HAMMERVAC Universal Dust Extractor 2306-22 to the job-site to  review and test out.  Here’s what we think: Dust Extraction on the Job-site Tool companies are trying more and more to bring easier-to-use and more effective dust…

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Milwaukee M18 Cordless Multi-Tool Kit 2626-22CT

By Robert Robillard

Milwaukee M18 Cordless LITHIUM-ION Multi-Tool Kit Review   Cordless is a good way to go The Milwaukee M18 Cordless Multi-Tool Kit 2626-22CT A solid alternative to the cord for a tool that usually sees light use. The multi-tool is an incredibly versatile and useful tool. But it also rarely sees prolonged use. Making it an…

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DEWALT 4 in 1 Multi Tacker

By Robert Robillard

DEWALT Stapler Review  DWHTTR410 The folks at DEWALT recently released two new manual tackers – models DWHTTR130LH and DWHTTR410.    We took a look at the later. We’ll refer to the DWHTTR410  as the DEWALT 4 in 1 Multi Tacker because that is what it is   “four tools in one.” First Impression: Most staple guns that…

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DEWALT 12 oz Mig Weld Hammer DWHT51135

By Robert Robillard

DEWALT Mig Weld Hammer Review The folks at DEWALT recently redesigned their mig weld hammer line.   We took a look at the DEWALT 12 oz Mig Weld Hammer DWHT51135. I’ve been using the 15 ounce framing hammer for over a year now and love it. First Impression: It’s really hard to believe that this lightweight…

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Delta 14-inch 1 HP Steel Frame Band Saw Preview

By Robert Robillard

State-of-the-Art Features That Woodworkers Will Appreciate Anderson, SC, February 17, 2012 – DELTA®Power Equipment Corporation, a designer and manufacturer of bench-top and stationary woodworking machinery and dust management systems, is introducing an all new 14-inch, 1 HP Steel Frame Band Saw, Model 28-400. This new Delta® band saw has been designed for today’s serious woodworker.…

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Installing A Roof Cricket

By Robert Robillard

What Is A Roof Cricket? Before installing a roof cricket you first should understand what it is, and why it is important. A roof cricket is a ridge structure, designed to divert water on a roof. Roof crickets are found on the high side of a chimney, or when one roof meets another. The roof…

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Bosch Heated Jacket PSJ120

By Robert Robillard

Bosch PSJ120 12-Volt Heated Jacket Heated Jackets have slowly started showing up on the job-site as a  solution for the cold weather job-site wear.  I’ve been seeing them elsewhere too; on hunters, walkers, sports fans and regular people just walking about town. We recently took a look at three brands of heated jackets.  This article…

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Installing Crown Molding To Metal Studs

By Robert Robillard

Image: installcrown.com Installing crown molding in commercial spaces often brings up the concern of steel studs. Installing crown molding to metal studs seem to be the norm in more and more condos that we work in as well. Hand nailing crown molding into steel studs does not work and using an air gun makes for…

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