Job Site Radio Comparison

By Robert Robillard

Which Job Site Radio Is Best? Recently a debate among fellow carpenters on the job site over which job site radio was the best lead me to take a closer look at three major manufacturers. I chose to look at four radios from three manufacturers:  Milwaukee, Porter-Cable and DEWALT. Milwaukee Job Site Radio, Model# 2790-20   …

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Table Saw Flesh Detection Technology: Voluntary or Mandatory?

By Robert Robillard

  Should Table Saw Flesh Detection Technology Be  Jammed Down Our Throats? The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is being petitioned to impose a mandatory rule, in an effort to have the government require a specific active flesh detection technology for all table saws.  On October 11, 2011, CPSC took a possible first step of…

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Milwaukee M12 Cordless Jigsaw

By Robert Robillard

Milwaukee M12 Cordless Jig Saw Milwaukee recently released their M12™ Cordless High Performance Jig Saw. According to Milwaukee this saw features a new-to-world Hybrid Grip™ design. They claim that the M12™Jig Saw combines the best features from both top handle and barrel grip jig saw designs to provide superior cut control and balance. The Milwaukee M12…

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JET Dust Collector DC-1200VX

By Robert Robillard

JET Vortex Cone Dust Collector DC-1200VX Review   The folks at JET recently sent me their 2 hp, 230 volt, single phase, Vortex Cone Dust Collector to review and evaluate. In order to use this machine I have to first wire a 230 volt outlet in my wood shop.  Once done I hooked the DC-1200VX-CK1…

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LAVA Infrared Radiant Heating Panels

By Robert Robillard

LAVA Infrared Radiant Heating Panels, A New Way to Heat Never to be outdone WarmlyYours, a leader in radiant floor heating is soon to be offering wall mounted infrared panel heaters call LAVA . One panel in particular is both a heater and mirror. Infrared Heating Mirror: The LAVA Infrared Radiant Heating Panels can even reduce your heating expenses.…

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GREENBAGPICKUP Dumpster Bag Service

By Robert Robillard

GREENBAGPICKUP Dumpster Bag Service Outclasses The Competition GreenBagPickUp.com the new guy on the block! The idea of using a flexible light weight bag that can instantly be transformed into a dumpster bag and perform just like a steel dumpster is changing the way I look at remodeling. GREENBAGPICKUP Dumpster Bag Service is a perfect solution…

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Five Curb Appeal Tips

By Robert Robillard

  Five Ways to Add Curb Appeal to Your Home   With the abundance of homes currently on the market, the buyer is king. Though home sales can be tough in this environment, there are several ways to stay ahead of the game, and it has everything to do with first impressions. Think about a…

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Steel Deck Framing System

By Robert Robillard

Steel Deck Framing System eliminates the need for pressure treated wood deck frames Trex Elevations™  will manufacture and market new Trex Elevations Steel Deck Framing – a Steel Deck Framing System that offers   superior longevity performance and aesthetics as Trexdecking and railing products. Trex Elevations is a dual-coated, galvanized steel, which not only looks great but…

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