Portable On Demand Storage

By Robert Robillard

PODS A Smart, Durable and Affordable Storage System We recently had a chance to review a PODS Portable On Demand Storage container. What’s a PODS Container? PODS is an acronym for Portable On Demand Storage and is a system that makes moving and storage more convenient and less stressful. I was originally interested in reviewing…

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Milwaukee 12 Volt Thermal Imager

By Robert Robillard

Milwaukee Tool Corporation  recently released a M12  lithium-ion powered, 160×120 Thermal Imager.   Thermal imagers are used in the HVAC, insulation and maintenance trades and are great for troubleshooting, problem solving and evaluating. The Milwaukee imager features 160×120 pixel, high resolution thermal images, a visual camera for standard pictures, and a temperature range of -10° to 350°C/ 14° to 662°F.  I tested this…

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BOSCH Carbide Hole Saw Set

By Robert Robillard

BOSCH Quick Change Carbide Hole Saw Kit. BOSCH has the solution for quick, clean holes.  Its a BOSCH Carbide Hole Saw Set, model # HTC5HPC. . I prefer a hole saw when installing larger pipes or bathroom and dryer vents.  My brother who is a plumber uses hole saws all the time. . In my opinion,the…

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Komelon Stainless Steel Tape Measure

By Robert Robillard

Komelon Tape Measures The folks at Komelon recently sent me their 25’x1” Komelon Stainless Steel Tape Measure measure to evaluate. According to Komelon, this tape combines two great features into one innovative and unique tape measure, a self locking feature and stainless steel components to prevent rusting.  Komelon is the first to introduce self-lock to the market and…

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John Deere Introduces 3-in-1 Welderator

By Robert Robillard

Three Versatile Tools In One:   An air compressor, a generator and a 170 amp welder John Deere just released an completely innovative and versatile gasoline-powered machine that  functions as three tools;  air compressor, generator and arc welder – all in one unit.  It’s called the Welderator [Not Terminator] and is a new release to their farm, ranch and workshop product…

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Bosch DDS181-02 Compact Drill Driver

By Robert Robillard

Bosch DDS181-02 Compact Drill Driver Review: We’ve been using the Bosch DDS181-02 Compact Drill Driver , on the job-site for several months now and this is what we think: The Bosch DDS181-02 has good balance and fits very natural in my hand. The rubber grips are non-slip and there are no sharp edges on or…

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Innovative Home Improvement Products

By Robert Robillard

Innovation can be a good thing especially when it allows us to build, repair or replace with safer, stronger and better products.  Here’s a few Innovative Home Improvement Products that have caught my eye this year: Marathon Flat Free Wheelbarrow Tire: You don’t have time to deal with flat tires and this Marathon flat free tire…

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Cordless Nailer Maintenance

By Robert Robillard

Paslode Cordless Fastening Tool Maintenance You know how much I like fuel-powered cordless nailers; I use them all the time now. They are fast and easy to set up – just load in fuel, battery and nails and you’re good to go.  No need to lug in and set up a compressor. I also know…

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