HNU Energy and International Battery Team for Solar and Energy Storage Demonstration Project in Maui, Hawaii

Tuesday, February 9th 2010
HNU Energy and International Battery Team for Solar and Energy Storage Demonstration Project in Maui, Hawaii

International Battery, a U.S. manufacturer and developer of large-format lithium-ion rechargeable batteries, today announced they have recently teamed with HNU Energy to participate in a solar power generation and energy storage project in Maui, Hawaii. The project, recently put into operation, will assess the effectiveness of storing solar energy using new, more-efficient battery technology. The renewable energy system is comprised of sixty 224-watt... 

New Milwaukee M12 Cordless 3/8″ Right Angle Drill Driver

Wednesday, October 21st 2009
New Milwaukee M12 Cordless 3/8" Right Angle Drill Driver

Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation expands its LITHIUM-ION system with the new M12(TM) Cordless 3/8″ Right Angle Drill Driver. With a head size of only 3.75″ and a 3/8″ single sleeve ratcheting chuck, the new right angle drill provides maximum control and versatility in tight spaces or unpredictable situations. “A right angle drill driver is similar to jumper cables for a car, ” says Paul Fry, Director of M12(TM) for... 

Milwaukee New Compact Band Saws

Tuesday, October 13th 2009
Milwaukee New Compact Band Saws

Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation delivers new-to-world innovation with the introduction of new MILWAUKEE® Compact Band Saws. Up to 45% lighter than deep cut band saws, the new Compact Band Saws are ideal for cutting in-place, overhead, or in tight spaces. MILWAUKEE® Compact Band Saws feature a 3-1/4″x 3-1/4″ cut capacity that cover s the most frequent applications performed by Electricians, Plumbers and Mechanical Contractors, including... 

New Milwaukee M12 Cordless 3/8″ Drill/Driver

Sunday, September 6th 2009
New Milwaukee M12 Cordless 3/8" Drill/Driver

Milwaukee expands its LITHIUM-ION system with the new M12 Cordless 3/8″ Drill/Driver. The only tool in its class with a metal locking chuck, the new 3/8″ drill/driver features maximum bit retention and durability. In addition, the 2410-22 delivers up to 25% more torque and drills/fastens up to 35% faster than the competition. “Up to 90% of the applications in HVAC, MRO, and woodworking involve screw driving and small hole drilling.... 

Metabo BS18 LTX Compact Cordless Power Tools

Friday, August 21st 2009
Metabo BS18 LTX Compact Cordless Power Tools

The compact and lightweight BS18 LTX Cordless Power Tools combines all the performance and capacity advantages of Lithium Ion with Metabo’s long history of advanced tool ergonomics to form a uniquely durable power tool that outperforms most models in its class. The cordless BS18 LTX drill/driver features Metabo’s unique hex spindle technology that allows the user to remove the chuck and drive screws with the ¼” hexagon recessed... 

Hitachi Gas Powered 18-Gauge Finish Nailer Cordless

Friday, August 21st 2009
Hitachi Gas Powered 18-Gauge Finish Nailer Cordless

Hitachi Power Tools announced the introduction of a new 2in. gas powered 18-Gauge finish nailer, the NT50GS. A combination of lithium ion battery technology and a gas fuel cell offers the convenience of a cordless tool with the power of pneumatic! Lightweight and loaded with features for performance, user comfort, and safety, this nailer is ideal for a variety of applications including molding installation, cabinet assembly, wainscoting, chair rail,... 

Hitachi Introduces a 12V Peak Cordless Lithium Ion Tool Series

Monday, May 4th 2009
Hitachi Introduces a 12V Peak Cordless Lithium Ion Tool Series

Hitachi Power Tools introduces a new series of micro-size power tools to the cordless landscape. The launch of the 12Volt Peak series includes a micro Lithium Ion Driver Drill, the DS10DFL, a micro Lithium Ion Impact Driver, the WH10DFL and a combination of both tools in a 2-piece combo kit, the KC10DFL. The main advantage to the 12V Peak series is their convenient micro stature that allows them fit into places where conventional counterparts will... 

Dewalt XRP and XRP Lithium Ion Drills

Sunday, April 19th 2009
Dewalt XRP and XRP Lithium Ion Drills

DEWALT power tools launches a new line of heavy-duty XRP™ hammerdrill / drill / drivers and a new XRP™ Lithium Ion drill. The drills are designed from the ground up with significant performance, durability, run time and ergonomic enhancements. The XRP™ line includes three 18V models (DCD950KX, DCD950VX and DCD940KX), three 14.4V models (DCD930KX, DC930VX and DCD920KX) and a 12V model (DCD910KX). Additionally, the new line includes an XRP™... 

Hitachi Power Tools Announces a New 10-Year Lithium Ion Tool Warranty

Wednesday, March 25th 2009
Hitachi Power Tools Announces a New 10-Year Lithium Ion Tool Warranty

Hitachi Power Tools announced its new 10-Year Lithium Ion Tool warranty. Every Hitachi cordless power tool is designed to the highest standards and is rigorously tested for both performance and durability. Hitachi is proud to offer an exclusive 10-year Lithium Ion tool warranty to the original purchaser on HXP Lithium Ion cordless tools. This Industry Leading 10-year Lithium Ion tool warranty is retroactive and applies to Lithium Ion tools purchased... 

Hitachi Introduces More Micro Lithium Ion Tools to the Series

Sunday, December 28th 2008
Hitachi Introduces More Micro Lithium Ion Tools to the Series

Hitachi Power Tools introduced several new tools and combo kits to the Micro Series lineup; the CR10DL micro reciprocating saw, the WH10DCL micro right angle impact driver, the UB10DL micro flashlight, the KC10DAL 3-Piece Combo Kit (includes DB10DL – micro driver drill, WH10DL micro impact driver, UB10DL micro flashlight) and the KC10DBL 3-piece Combo Kit (includes DB10DL – micro driver drill, the CR10DL micro reciprocating saw, UB10DL...