Hitachi DH38YE2 1-1/2″ Spline Shank Rotary Hammer

Hitachi Power Tools today introduced the DH38YE2, a 1-1/2” Spline Shank Rotary Hammer featuring more power, lighter weight, less vibration and lower noise than its long standing predecessor, the DH38YE. The next generation DH38YE2 is compact and ergonomically designed to hammer or hammer/drill holes in concrete for anchors or rebar, demolish and chisel concrete, cut, dig, tamp or drive ground rods with ease. With a powerful 8.4 Amp motor that delivers... 

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... 

Innovative Re-Key Technology Provides Improved Security and Convenience

Drawing on the success of Black & Decker’s revolutionary Kwikset® SmartKey® re-key technology, K2™ Commercial Hardware (K2) today debuted its first SmartKey-enabled products servicing the commercial builder market at the 2009 Door and Hardware Institute’s (DHI) Annual Conference and Exposition in Orlando, Fla. The launch of K2’s SmartKey products provide the opportunity for designers, architects and builders to offer their clients the... 

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

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 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... 

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

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... 

Napa Valley’s Historic Bardessono Farmstead Morphs Into America’s Greenest Luxury Hotel

Phil Sherburne, a pioneer in modern green development, will open his long-awaited Bardessono hotel, restaurant and spa in California’s famed Napa Valley during the first week of February. The 62-room luxury hotel with its 92-seat restaurant and bar is situated on the Bardessono family farmstead in the heart of historic Yountville. Sherburne, who was hand-picked by the Bardessonos to develop their six-acre property, promised an ecologically-friendly... 

Hitachi Introduces Two New Cordless Lithium Ion SDS Plus Rotary Hammers

Hitachi Power Tools introduced two new SDS plus Lithium Ion cordless rotary hammers; the DH18DL and DH25DAL. The 18-volt DH18DL is a compact and powerful addition to Hitachi’s 18V interchangeable battery platform. The DH25DAL is powered by a 25.2-volt battery that is 35% lighter than competitive 36-volt batteries. In addition to advanced lithium ion battery technology, these hammers are packed with features to maximize durability, user comfort and...