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Improved air tools have low vibration
PCL advised the release of its Prestige range of improved range of air tools that feature low vibration, low noise, ergonomic grip and higher performance.
News from PCL (25 April 2008)
Manual screwdriver has automatic feeding
A new low cost manual hand screwdriver with automatic feeding offers an accessible method of achieving increased production levels in a wide range of industrial applications.
News from Weber Automatic Assembly Systems (25 January 2008)
Power tools offer power and quality
Tooling supplier has added 17 more power tools, which are claimed to offer outstanding value for money and combine high power and performance with industrial quality construction.
News from Screwfix Direct ( 8 January 2008)
A 3/8in drill/driver used in non-metals and metals
A 3/8in drill that offers a no-load speed of 2,850 rev/min is for for light to medium drilling and driving in wood or sheet metal, particularly in carpentry, metal fabrication and plant maintenance.
News from Metabo ( 8 January 2008)
Surface finishing firm opens logistics centre
German manufacturer of surface finishing, grinding and cutting tools has extended its logistics centre to speed delivery services throughout Europe and worldwide.
News from Pferd (31 December 2007)
Random orbital sanders meet vibration directive
Designed from 'first principles', a range of air-powered random orbital sanders has good vibratory performance allowing workers to work comfortably for longer.
News from 3M Abrasive Systems Division (16 November 2007)
Ergonomic air tools reduce RSI risk
The ergonomic body design on a range of professional air tools - including wrenches, sanders, hammer drill and die grinders - reduce operators' risk of developing repetitive strain injury.
News from BuckHickman InOne (19 July 2007)
Multi function pneumatic drill hammers too
A multi-purpose pneumatic power tool combines the processes of drilling and hammer drilling in metals and aggregate materials concrete, stone and wood.
News from Metabo (18 June 2007)
Power tool kit is lithium-ion battery powered
A power tool kit includes a drill/driver, circular saw, reciprocating saw and flashlight and these tools are lightweight, powered by lithium-ion batteries with 30% faster charging.
News from Metabo ( 2 April 2007)
Fourteen power tools added to catalogue
Latest Metabo general catalogue includes 14 new tools such as drills, screwdrivers, hammer drills/drivers, rotary hammers, angle grinders and sanders.
News from Metabo ( 6 March 2007)
Low vibration hand-held power tools
Brammer says that more should be done to encourage the use of low vibration hand-held power tools.
News from Brammer ( 1 March 2007)
Lightweight angle grinder is comfortable to use
Weighing only 2.04kg, a lightweight, portable, 4.1/2in angle grinder is comfortable and easy to use in many different positions for a wide range of applications.
News from Metabo (21 February 2007)
Industrial power wire brushes
Combitwist and Singletwist PFERD industrial power wire brushes incorporate INOX, brass and plastic, and work faster with superior finish and longer life.
News from Pferd ( 8 February 2007)
Hammer drill has keyless chuck
A 1/2in hammer drill has a keyless chuck, which makes bit changes quick and easy and ensures secure bit clamping, has a 5/8in capacity in drilling steel.
News from Metabo (25 January 2007)
Angle grinder stabilises its speed electronically
A 6in angle grinder offers electronic speed stabilisation for increased productivity can work at nearly 100% of no-load speed up to the grinder's full rated 12A.
News from Metabo (29 December 2006)
Cordless reciprocating saw has lithium-ion battery
Metabo has announced that its ASE 18 cordless reciprocating saw is now available with a lithium-ion battery.
News from Metabo (15 December 2006)
Power tools trim/de-burr/edge-prep sheet metal
Sheet metal edge trimming power tools can be used to deburr the edges of metals and plastics - or to prepare these edges for welding - five times faster than angle grinders. Brochure available
News from Trumpf ( 1 November 2006)
1/2in hammer drill has a stronger, durable motor
Metabo international now offers a 1/2in hammer drill with a stronger, more durable motor.
News from Metabo (26 October 2006)
Offset geared heads for customised solutions
Desoutter sales has underlined its commitment to innovative products and providing customised solutions with the introduction of the Landuuml;bbering range of offset geared heads.
News from Desoutter Sales (26 October 2006)
Pulse tool range is made up of 18 tools
Desoutter Sales has embarked on an upgrade program to its range of pulse tools.
News from Desoutter Sales (26 October 2006)
Power brushes and abrasives introduced
Power brushes and abrasives designed for use on large and small right angle grinders include wire wheels, cup brushes and bevel brushes, and flap discs, which provide a high cut rate.
News from Weiler Corporation (14 September 2006)
Abrasive cutting wheel's performance 50% improved
Improved abrasive cutting wheel outperforms its predecessor by more than 50% when cutting stainless or abrasion resistant steels, high-tensile alloys and Hastelloy.
News from Metabo ( 8 September 2006)
Fastening controllers raise productivity
Fastening conrollers enable increasing coherence and efficiency in the control of stationary and hand-held screwdrivers and spindles while ensuring higher levels of productivity and traceability.
News from Ingersoll-Rand (24 August 2006)
Lightweight rotary hammer is comfortable to use
A 3/4in rotary hammer is lightweight and comfortable to operate, making it ideal for overhead or close quarter work, and for drilling small diameter holes in concrete, wood and steel.
News from Metabo (17 August 2006)
Power tools have lower noise and vibration
Leading compressed air products and systems specialist has released a range of value for money, low noise, low vibration pneumatic power tools from Kestrel.
News from Thorite ( 4 August 2006)
12-gauge shear cuts and trims burr-free
A versatile 12-gauge shear assists in the burr-free cutting, shearing and trimming of sheet metal and plastics and its blades have four cutting edges not requiring sharpening or adjustment.
News from Metabo ( 1 August 2006)
Six inch grinder has non-lock paddle safety switch
A 6in angle grinder/cut-off machine with a non-locking paddle switch increases user safety by turning the grinder off when dropped, and positions the user's hand far from the grinding wheel.
News from Metabo (17 July 2006)
Cordless drill/driver has lithium-ion battery
Cordless drill/driver is lighter and can run longer than with traditional batteries because its lithium-ion batteries feature 40% higher performance and 40% less weight.
News from Metabo ( 3 July 2006)
Hand finishing power tools give precision
Hand finishing systems that provide superb accuracy, reliability, versatility and precision, while being comfortable and natural to use are available in sets or as individual units.
News from Engis (UK) (13 June 2006)
Hammer drills add to power tools range
Metabo has introduced a new tool to its full line of hammer drills.
News from Metabo (30 May 2006)
Catalogue covers wide power tools range
A full-colour, 130-page catalogue covers Metabo's extensive selection of drills, screwdrivers, bench top woodworking machines, rotary hammers, jig saws, sanders, grinders and accessories.
News from Metabo (22 May 2006)
Four-piece 18 V cordless combination kit
Metabo has introduced a four-piece 18 V cordless combination kit, which includes a drill/driver, circular saw, reciprocating saw and flashlight.
News from Metabo ( 8 May 2006)
Portable burnishing tool polishes stainless steel
Equipped with electronic speed stabilization for increased productivity and consistent results, a portable burnishing tool features a motor winding protection grid that deflects dust and debris.
News from Metabo ( 1 May 2006)
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