General Contractor

New Metabo HPT 18V Cordless Pneumatic 20° Plastic Strip Framing Nailer

Metabo HPT already dropped a cordless framing nailer for the 30° paper-collated crowd. Now they’re giving the 20° plastic-strip crew their shot at cordless glory.The Metabo HPT Cordless Pneumatic 18V 20° Plastic Strip Framing Nailer Kit combines the speed and familiar feel of a pneumatic nailer with the freedom of cordless power. There is no compressor to unload, no hose to drag around and no outlet to find.Just load the magazine, attach a battery and get to work. ... Read More

Stanley Tags:

Sep 8, 2026

4 New Stanley Knives Worth Adding to Your Tool Collection

I can never find a utility knife when I need one. Somehow, they always end up in a truck door, tool bag or junk drawer.That might be why Stanley’s latest knives caught my attention. The lineup includes four options built around comfortable grips, easy blade changes and convenient storage. They are simple tools, but the right one can save you plenty of frustration.These Stanley knives might be the additions to your tool collection you have been waiting for. ... Read More

Makita Tags:

Sep 3, 2026

You will not be grabbing this impact wrench for your sedan.Makita built the new 40V max XGT 1-Inch D-Handle Impact Wrench for heavy equipment, commercial trucks, rail maintenance, pipe fitting and other jobs involving very large bolts.The numbers explain it. The Makita-built brushless motor produces 2,950 ft-lbs of nut-busting torque and 2,320 ft-lbs of fastening torque. Makita says that is up to 47% more nut-busting torque than a leading competing battery-powered impact wrench. ... Read More

Makita’s New 40V max XGT 1-Inch Impact Wrench Delivers 2,950 Ft-Lbs of Torque

Metabo HPT Tags:

Sep 4, 2026

Meet the Metabo HPT Cordless Coil Framing Nailer

Metabo HPT did not make several versions of the same nailer and give them different names. Each new model has a specific job.You’ve got the metal connector nailer for all your heavy-duty hardware, the duplex for concrete forming, and the 30-degree model for those paper strip nails. Now, the 15-Degree Coil Framing Nailer is stepping onto the field for anyone who’s team wire-collated coil nails. ... Read More

Metabo HPT Tags:

Sep 5, 2026

Metabo HPT 18V 30° Paper Strip Framing Nailer: Cordless Framing Without the Compressor

Metabo HPT has been adding several new tools to its cordless pneumatic nailer lineup, and this one is built for one of the most common jobs on a construction site.The Metabo HPT Cordless Pneumatic 18V 30° Paper Strip Framing Nailer Kit gives contractors and builders the speed and feel of a pneumatic framing nailer without needing an air compressor, hose, or power cord.For crews that move around a jobsite all day, that means less setup and fewer things getting in the way. ... Read More

Metabo HPT Tags:

Sep 4, 2026

Metabo HPT Takes the Air Hose Out of Duplex Forming

Duplex nails are made for work that eventually needs to come apart. The second head remains exposed, making the nail easier to pull when concrete forms or other temporary structures are ready to be removed.The new Metabo HPT Cordless Pneumatic 18V Duplex Forming Nailer brings that work into a cordless setup. ... Read More

Metabo HPT Tags:

Sep 4, 2026

Metabo HPT Metal Connector Nailer: No Compressor Needed

Metabo HPT has always been known for its nailers. It didn’t disappoint with this new release either.The new Metabo HPT Cordless Pneumatic 18V Metal Connector Nailer combines the feel of a pneumatic nailer with the convenience of cordless power. You get the speed and driving power needed for structural fastening without hauling around a compressor or air hose. ... Read More

JET Tags:

Aug 28, 2026

If you work with JET tools, you know they’re worth every dime. Expensive? Yes. But they get the job done.Well, JET just dropped some new products, and for once, it might not cost an arm and a leg.JET has built its reputation on dependable woodworking and metalworking equipment. What makes this release interesting is the price. Five of these seven products are listed at $329 or less, giving homeowners and smaller shops a more affordable way into the JET lineup.These are compact shop machines, not replacements for JET’s heavy industrial equipment. However, they cover the jobs most of us ... Read More

7 New JET Tools That Make a Serious Shop More Affordable

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Festool Tags:

Sep 3, 2026

Festool LM-TS/TSC LED Light Module: See the Cut Before You Make It

You can own the nicest plunge-cut saw on the planet, but it still cannot cut accurately if you cannot see what you are doing.The Festool LM-TS/TSC LED Light Module throws shadow-free light right where you need it, on the blade, your scribe mark, and the whole right-hand cutting zone, even the back where you usually lose track.In other words, you can finally stop leaning over the saw and hoping your pencil line reappears. ... Read More

Festool Tags:

Sep 3, 2026

Festool SYSLITE DUO-H Hybrid LED Work Light: 10,000 Lumens Without the Shadows

Have you ever set up three different lights and still somehow ended up working in your own shadow? Festool apparently got tired of that, too.Festool recently launched the SYSLITE DUO-H Hybrid LED Work Light, delivering 10,000 lumens across a wide 180-degree area. Instead of blasting one harsh beam across the room, it provides more uniform lighting for larger workspaces. ... Read More

Festool Tags:

Aug 31, 2026

Festool SYS-MC 6/4 Rapid Charger: Four Batteries, One Outlet

You always read about rapid chargers online, and when you get them, they don’t really move the needle. Well, Festool has officially ended that stereotype.The new Festool SYS-MC 6/4 Rapid Charger charges up to four compatible Festool batteries simultaneously from one outlet. Instead of spreading chargers and cords across the shop, you can keep everything together in one organized setup. ... Read More

SKIL Tags:

Aug 26, 2026

SKIL 20V Mid-Torque Impact Wrench: 800 Ft.-Lbs. of Breakaway Power

SKIL has been on a heater lately when it comes to releasing new products, and it has not slowed down with its newest Impact Wrench Kit.The SKIL PWRCORE 20 Brushless 20V 1/2-Inch Mid-Torque Impact Wrench Kit delivers up to 480 foot-pounds of fastening torque and 800 foot-pounds of breakaway torque in Nut Busting Mode (yes, that's a real mode). In other words, that rusty bolt you have been avoiding is officially out of excuses. ... Read More

SKIL Tags:

Aug 24, 2026

New SKIL 8 Amp Angle Grinder: Simple Power for DIY Metalwork

If you just read about SKIL’s new leaf blower kit, great! But this new angle grinder lives in a completely different world.It is not moving leaves. It is cutting, grinding and cleaning up metal.The SKIL 4-1/2 Inch 8 Amp Corded Angle Grinder produces up to 12,000 RPM and works with several common 4-1/2-inch accessories. For homeowners and DIYers, that means one compact tool can handle a surprisingly long list of garage projects. ... Read More

Acme Tools Tags:

Aug 17, 2026

Milwaukee PIPELINE 2026 Recap: Acme Tools Goes Hands-On With the New Releases

MILWAUKEE --- Acme Tools took over Milwaukee Pipeline for the day, and it didn’t disappoint.The team explored Milwaukee Tool’s headquarters and was shown the best of Milwaukee's newest releases. They shot some content and also gave away some hats while they were at it. The best part was that they even got to demo some of the tools. ... Read More

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Milwaukee Tags:

Aug 13, 2026

Press

How to follow Milwaukee Pipeline 2026

Milwaukee Pipeline 2026 is underway. From new product launches and upcoming tool announcements to firsthand event coverage, Acme Tools is keeping you updated throughout the day.Use this guide to find exactly what you are looking for. ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Aug 21, 2026

You could say every NFL head coach is like a power tool with a headset.Some win with brute force. Others care about speed, angles or making the same basic concept look completely different every Sunday. A few are dependable enough to keep around for decades. Others would be returned before the warranty expires.The 2026 NFL season is approaching, and we matched six head coaches with power tools sold at Acme Tools. The comparisons probably won’t help your fantasy team, but they might help you find your next tool. ... Read More

If NFL Coaches Were Power Tools: The 2026 Starting Lineup

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Wiha Tags:

Aug 17, 2026

Here’s the thing about tools: you lose them easily. They get lost, disorganized and suddenly you’re pissed off, yelling at your kid, or even worse, your boss is yelling at you for losing a pair of pliers.It’s 2026 now, and you don’t have any excuses.The Wiha 3-Pack Zipper Pouches give all those loose tools, bits and parts a place to live. There is no app, Bluetooth tracker or complicated storage system involved. You put your stuff in the pouch, close the zipper and remember where you left it.That should be manageable. ... Read More

Stop Losing Your Tools: Meet the Wiha 3-Pack Zipper Pouches

Milwaukee Tags:

Aug 13, 2026

Press

Milwaukee Pipeline 2026 Bucket 2: New M18, M12, PACKOUT and BOLT Products Announced

Milwaukee did not play it safe with Bucket 2.An M18 refrigerator that can freeze, a 15Ah FORGE battery, two new jobsite fans and a PACKOUT hand truck rated for 400 pounds are all on the way. Milwaukee also announced a new rolling tool chest and two BOLT welding hoods, pushing its cordless, storage and safety systems into entirely new territory.These products are not available yet, but Milwaukee has now shared key details about what users can expect.Here is your first detailed look at what is coming next from Milwaukee Pipeline 2026. ... Read More

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DEWALT Tags:

Aug 10, 2026

DEWALT pulled out the red carpet for its Black & Yellow Creator Event to Baltimore, August 4–6, giving attendees a close look at new tools, upcoming products and the engineering happening behind the familiar yellow housings.Some of the DEWALT tools showcased in Baltimore are already listed at Acme Tools. Others aren’t available yet. And a few things were revealed that DEWALT isn’t ready to discuss publicly.Put it all together, and Black & Yellow 2026 offered a pretty good look at where DEWALT is heading next. ... Read More

DEWALT Black & Yellow 2026: New Tools, Big Reveals and What’s Coming Next

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Milwaukee Tags:

Aug 13, 2026

Milwaukee PIPELINE has always been about what comes next. Today, “next” becomes right now.The latest wave of Milwaukee PIPELINE 2026 releases is here, and there’s a little bit of everything in this drop. A cordless hammer chisel built to replace a pneumatic setup. New M18 HIGH OUTPUT batteries. Smarter hand tools for miserable-to-reach fasteners. Better bits for hard tile. Even a new generation of cut-resistant gloves.Some are major additions to the Milwaukee lineup. Others solve those small, daily annoyances that tradespeople know all too well.Here’s your first look at what just landed. ... Read More

Milwaukee Pipeline New Products Launch

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Milwaukee Tags:

Aug 12, 2026

Milwaukee Tool does not save its biggest announcements for a quiet product-page update.It puts the tools in front of contractors, lets people see what they can do and calls the whole thing Pipeline.Milwaukee Pipeline 2026 is approaching, bringing another round of power tools, hand tools, storage solutions, accessories and jobsite equipment. Several products have already been announced, but Milwaukee has indicated that more releases are coming.For contractors, mechanics, electricians, plumbers and dedicated tool fans, it is one of the most important events on the calendar. ... Read More

Milwaukee Pipeline 2026 Preview: This Week?

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Klein Tools Tags:

Aug 11, 2026

Stop Carrying the Stack: Klein Tools MODbox 4-Wheel Caster Dolly

The heaviest toolbox is always the one sitting on the wrong side of the room.The Klein Tools MODbox 4-Wheel Caster Dolly solves that problem by turning compatible MODbox storage into a mobile workstation. Connect a box with cleats to the dolly, load it with tools and roll the setup to wherever the work is happening.That alone would make it useful. The clever part is what happens when one dolly is not enough. ... Read More

Klein Tools Tags:

Aug 10, 2026

Electrical tape has a remarkable ability to disappear exactly when you need it. It falls to the bottom of a tool bag, rolls underneath the workbench or ends up three rooms away with the person who borrowed it five minutes ago.The new Klein Tools MODbox Electrical Tape Holder Rail Attachment gives those rolls a permanent address. It holds up to eight rolls of electrical tape and connects directly to compatible MODbox wall panels, rolling systems and side rails.It is a small addition, but anyone who regularly digs through a toolbox looking for the right color will immediately understand its ... Read More

Eight Rolls, Zero Digging: Meet the Klein Tools MODbox Electrical Tape Holder

Milwaukee Tags:

Aug 13, 2026

Milwaukee Pipeline 2026 Giveaway: Nine Winners, Four Big Prizes

Milwaukee Pipeline is already bringing new tools to the spotlight. Now, Milwaukee and Acme Tools are giving fans a chance to bring some serious prizes home.The Milwaukee x Acme Tools Mega Giveaway will run exclusively on Instagram from August 13 through August 16, 2026. Nine winners will be selected across four prize categories, and one valid entry puts you in the running for all of them. ... Read More

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Milwaukee Tags:

Aug 13, 2026

An air hose disappeared. Four batteries began charging at once. A 10-1/4-inch saw went through 4x material in one pass. Lunch warmed itself.Milwaukee Pipeline 2026 is still ahead, but Milwaukee has not been waiting for the event to start releasing products. Several new tools and PACKOUT additions are already available or open for preorder, giving us an early look at where the lineup is heading.These products stretch across automotive repair, carpentry, pipe trades, safety equipment and jobsite storage. They serve different crews, but they are aimed at the same problem: time lost to setup, cleanup, charging, searching and waiting.Here ... Read More

Milwaukee Pipeline - 2026 New Products so far

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Acme Tools Tags:

Aug 10, 2026

Left-handed people spend plenty of time adapting to a world that was apparently designed without consulting them. Spiral notebooks dig into their wrists, scissors refuse to cooperate and controls regularly appear beneath the wrong thumb.Tools can create the same frustrations. Switches may favor one hand, grinder housings can block a comfortable grip and tool belts sometimes place everything on the wrong side.International Left-Handers Day, often called National Left-Handers Day, takes place August 13. It is the perfect time to recognize tools designed specifically for lefties, or at least built without assuming every user is right-handed.Here are eight left-handed and ... Read More

8 Left-Handed Tools for International Left-Handers Day

FLEX Tags:

Aug 11, 2026

Product Guides

FLEX 24V 3-Inch Mini Grinder Kit: Big Cutting Power for Tight Spaces

A full-size grinder is great until the cut is behind a pipe, against a wall or wedged somewhere your hands barely fit. At that point, more tool is not necessarily better. It is just more tool to wrestle with.The FLEX 24V 3-Inch Mini Grinder/Cut-Off Tool Kit is made for those jobs. It delivers up to 20,000 RPM in a compact design that can cut, grind and surface material without taking over the entire workspace.Tradespeople get a maneuverable option for quick cuts in cramped areas. DIYers get a complete starter kit that does not require a separate battery, charger or ... Read More

Bosch Tags:

Aug 7, 2026

A toolbox can hold everything you need and still waste your time. When sockets, bits and hand tools disappear into one deep compartment, finding the right item becomes a project of its own.The Bosch L-BOXX Contractor 3 Drawer Tool Box fixes that problem with three front-access drawers that keep essential tools organized and within reach, even when the unit is locked in the middle of a stack.Measuring 22 inches wide, 17 inches deep and 18.7 inches high, the DRAWER-3 adds substantial organization while maintaining the standard L-BOXX Contractor footprint. It connects with other components in the modular system and ... Read More

Stop Unstacking: Meet the Bosch L-BOXX Contractor 3 Drawer Tool Box

Bosch Tags:

Aug 7, 2026

Tool storage has a way of becoming a stacking contest.The box you need is usually at the bottom. The lid cannot open until everything above it moves. Then one case slides across the truck bed during the first sharp turn.The Bosch L-BOXX Contractor Tool Box Rack offers a cleaner approach. It holds two compatible L-BOXX tool cases in one secure unit, making them easier to organize, transport and remove individually.Pair the rack with the Bosch L-BOXX Contractor 170 Standard Tool Box, and the system starts to feel less like a pile of cases and more like a mobile workshop. ... Read More

Bosch L-BOXX Contractor Rack and Standard Tool Box: Build a Smarter Mobile Workshop

Bosch Tags:

Aug 7, 2026

Buying one toolbox is easy.Then the cordless tools need more room. Fasteners take over another case. Before long, three unrelated boxes are sliding around the truck, and the one you need is naturally sitting underneath the other two.The Bosch L-BOXX Contractor 3-Stack Tool Box Storage System provides a complete mobile setup from the start. It combines the 476 Wheeled Box, 322 Midsize Box and 170 Standard Box into one interlocking system built to move from the shop to the truck and onto the jobsite. ... Read More

Bosch L-BOXX Contractor 3-Stack Makes Mobile Tool Storage Simple

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Husqvarna Construction Tags:

Aug 6, 2026

A crew can own plenty of batteries and still spend part of the day waiting for one to charge.The problem usually is not battery capacity. It is having too many packs lined up for too few chargers.The Husqvarna Construction 40-C1000X4 36V 4-Bay Charger addresses that bottleneck by charging as many as four compatible Husqvarna BLi-X 36V batteries simultaneously. It is designed to travel between the shop, jobsite, work vehicle and trailer, giving professional crews one place to manage several batteries.Fewer chargers. Fewer tangled cords. Fewer arguments about who returned the dead battery. ... Read More

Charge Four Batteries at Once With the Husqvarna 40-C1000X4

Husqvarna Construction Tags:

Aug 6, 2026

A work light has a straightforward assignment: illuminate the job, stay where it is placed and keep running.The Husqvarna Construction WL 8i Battery LED Work Light handles that assignment with up to 8,000 lumens from 160 LEDs. It is portable, compatible with several Husqvarna BLi batteries and built to work where permanent lighting or nearby outlets are unavailable.It also does more than sit on the floor. The light head rotates 120 degrees, an integrated hook provides another mounting option, and the housing can be attached to a tripod (sold separately).For contractors, that flexibility can mean fewer extension cords crossing ... Read More

Husqvarna WL 8i Work Light Delivers 8,000 Lumens Without a Cord

CRAFTSMAN Tags:

Aug 4, 2026

Last summer, I got called out to fix a blown-off ridge cap after a storm. It was a ten-minute repair, but by the time I wrestled my heavy compressor out of the truck, hunted for an outlet, and dragged 100 feet of stiff air hose up a two-story ladder, I was completely soaked in sweat. All that effort just to shoot a handful of nails.That’s when I realized relying on a full pneumatic setup for quick hits is a massive waste of time.If you’re roofing an entire house, keep the air hoses. But for patch jobs, shed builds, and ... Read More

Leave the Air Hose in the Truck: Introducing the New CRAFTSMAN V20 Cordless Roofing Nailer

DEWALT Tags:

Aug 3, 2026

Let’s have a moment of silence for your lower back, your knees, and your sanity.If you’ve ever had to screw down 2,000 square feet of subfloor or attach commercial steel decking with a standard drill, you know the soul-crushing routine. You grab a screw out of your pouch, drop it, find another one, try to hold it steady, strip the head, curse at the sky, and repeat until it’s time to clock out.Stop hand-feeding screws. You need the DEWALT 20V MAX DCF624 Screwgun with Threaded Clutch Housing.This isn’t just a standard screwgun; it’s a high-torque, heavy-duty fastening machine that ... Read More

Stop Driving Screws Like a Peasant: Enter the DEWALT 20V MAX Heavy-Duty Screwgun

DEWALT Tags:

Aug 3, 2026

Ask anyone in the trades, and they will tell you the oscillating multi-tool is the ultimate problem solver. It’s the tool you reach for when absolutely nothing else will fit, whether you are wedged under a dark cabinet, slicing a stubborn nail behind a piece of trim, or plunging into a piece of hardwood.But there has always been a massive trade-off: most multi-tools rattle so violently that your hands are completely numb after ten minutes of work.DEWALT finally addressed the elephant in the room. The DEWALT 20V MAX XR Oscillating Multi-Tool is engineered to cut faster and bite harder, ... Read More

Why the DEWALT 20V MAX XR Oscillating Multi-Tool Belongs in Every Bag

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DEWALT Tags:

Aug 4, 2026

We’ve all been there: balancing on a ladder with a heavy piece of crown molding, only to realize your air hose is snagged on a door hinge ten feet below you. Then, right as you go to shoot the nail, the pancake compressor kicks on and scares half the neighborhood.Cordless nailers were supposed to solve this, but early models were heavy, bulky, and had a frustrating lag time before they actually fired.The DEWALT 20V MAX XR 16GA Straight Finish Nailer officially fixes those issues. It delivers the rapid-fire speed and power of a traditional pneumatic gun, but cuts the ... Read More

Why the DEWALT 20V MAX XR 16GA Finish Nailer is Your New Go-To

Klein Tools Tags:

Aug 5, 2026

Nobody gets into the trades because they love paperwork, but it’s a permanent part of the job. The problem is that standard wooden or cheap plastic clipboards barely survive a week in the truck. They snap, your permits get soaked in the rain, and you can never find a pen when the inspector shows up, leaving you with a crumpled mess on your dashboard.If you want to keep your site documents intact, you need gear built for an actual construction site. The Klein Tools MODbox Clipboard with Storage Pouch isn’t just a piece of plastic with a spring on ... Read More

Why the Klein Tools MODbox Clipboard is the Mobile Desk for the Job Site

Acme Tools Tags:

Sep 1, 2026

Every great horror movie depends on at least one terrible equipment decision. Flashlights lose power at the worst possible moment. Nobody has a reliable radio. The generator refuses to start. Front doors seem to have the structural integrity of a cereal box.That is great for Hollywood. It is terrible planning everywhere else.We matched six products sold at Acme Tools with the classic horror-movie problems they could have helped solve. They may not stop anything supernatural, but they can handle power outages, dark properties, poor communication, fallen trees and everyday home security. ... Read More

6 Tools That Would Have Ended Famous Horror Movies Early

Bosch Tags:

Jul 29, 2026

Tool of the Week: Is the Bosch REVOLVE4000 Rotary Laser Kit Worth Buying?

On a small indoor project, being off by a fraction of an inch is annoying. On a foundation, drainage run or large grading job, it can get expensive.The Bosch 18V REVOLVE4000 Connected Rotary Laser Kit is built for work where accuracy must carry across a large site. It combines long-range leveling, dual-axis slope control and field calibration in one complete package, tripod, receiver, grade rod, battery and all. ... Read More

Acme Tools Tags:

Jul 31, 2026

Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey has dragged Homer’s ancient road trip from hell back into the spotlight. Matt Damon’s Odysseus faces monsters, storms, scheming rivals and one spectacularly difficult commute home.Naturally, we had one question: Would this journey have been easier with a properly stocked tool cart?Probably. A powerful drill could have improved the Trojan Horse. A professional chainsaw would have changed the encounter with the Cyclops considerably. And after years at sea, someone desperately needed a modular storage system.Keeping things mostly spoiler-free, here is our cast of six tools from Acme Tools, and the Odyssey characters they were born ... Read More

If Power Tools Were Characters in Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey

3M Tags:

Jul 27, 2026

The 2026 3M Open brought the golf world to Minnesota from July 23–26 at TPC Twin Cities in Blaine. As Minnesota’s only PGA TOUR event and one of the Twin Cities’ biggest summer sporting events, it gave us the perfect excuse to highlight another impressive 3M lineup, this time from the Acme Tools shelves.Since 3M is getting plenty of attention on the golf course, we decided to look at five 3M products that deserve a little recognition in the workshop.These products will not straighten out your drive or save you from a three-putt, but they can protect your hearing, improve ... Read More

In Honor of the 3M Open: 5 Winning 3M Products for Your Next Project

Bosch Tags:

Jul 28, 2026

Most hole-saw problems are not dramatic. They are just expensive in small, irritating ways.You grabbed the wrong size. The teeth stop cutting halfway through a metal box. A hot material plug wedges itself inside the cup. Five minutes later, you are digging at it with a screwdriver while the rest of the job waits.The Bosch Professional Electrician Bi-Metal Hole Saw Set is designed to reduce those interruptions. It puts eight commonly used sizes into one portable 12-piece kit, with each hole saw built for faster cutting, easier plug removal and longer service life.It is made with electricians in mind, ... Read More

One Case, Eight Sizes, Fewer Trips to the Truck: The Bosch 12-Piece Hole Saw Set

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Metabo HPT Tags:

Jul 29, 2026

Buying a miter saw is exciting, until you realize you still need somewhere to set up your project and support all the boards you plan to cut.This limited-time Metabo HPT deal helps solve that problem. When you purchase the qualifying Metabo HPT 10-Inch Single-Bevel Compound Miter Saw from Acme Tools, you receive a two-pack of Metabo HPT heavy-duty sawhorses free. The sawhorses are automatically added to the cart with a qualifying online purchase.That means you are not only getting a new saw but also the start of a complete cutting setup. ... Read More

Buy the Saw, Get the Setup: Two FREE Metabo HPT Sawhorses

Metabo HPT Tags:

Jul 25, 2026

Product Guides

What Can You Do With the Metabo HPT 18V Compact Heat Gun?

A heat gun is useful anywhere controlled, concentrated heat can make a job easier. The Metabo HPT 18V Compact Heat Gun combines a wide temperature range with cordless convenience, allowing it to handle electrical, remodeling, automotive and packaging applications without requiring a nearby outlet.Its temperature adjusts from 86°F to 1,022°F in 18°F increments. Two heat and airflow stages provide additional control, while the illuminated LCD shows the selected temperature and remaining battery charge. ... Read More

SOLA Tags:

Jul 29, 2026

If you’ve ever tried to plumb a tall wall, install large doors, or level a wide span, you know exactly how annoying it is when your level just isn’t long enough. You end up taping it to a straight edge, stretching awkwardly to read a bubble you can barely see, and wasting time guessing if it’s actually dead-on or just “close enough.”Close enough usually means you’ll be fixing it later.It’s a headache that slows down the whole job. That’s exactly why the XPL Extendable Plate Level was built. Instead of hauling around a stack of bulky levels that clutter ... Read More

Stop Taping Short Levels to 2x4s: Why the XPL Extendable Plate Level Belongs in Your Kit

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Acme Tools Tags:

Jul 23, 2026

Every crew has one person who shows up with something everyone else calls unnecessary.A fan? “Just drink more water.”A heated lunch box? “Cold sandwiches build character.”A comfortable stool? “What’s wrong with that upside-down bucket?”Then Friday arrives, the temperature hits 90 degrees, and everyone is standing in line to borrow that “unnecessary” gear.These six products from Acme Tools may look like jobsite luxuries, but once they improve your lunch, comfort, lighting, or playlist, going back becomes surprisingly difficult. ... Read More

6 Jobsite Luxuries You’ll Quickly Consider Necessities

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MAX USA Tags:

Jul 21, 2026

The usual reward for finishing a long framing job is more framing. This time, you can get a soccer ball.For a limited time, purchase one of four qualifying MAX USA nailers from Acme Tools and receive a MAX USA Soccer Ball free. The ball is automatically added to your cart when you purchase an eligible nailer, no coupon code or complicated rebate form required.The Deal at a GlancePurchase one qualifying MAX USA nailer.Get one MAX USA Soccer Ball free.The free ball is automatically added to your cart.Limit one free soccer ball per order.Available for online purchases only.The promotion ends ... Read More

Buy a MAX USA Nailer and Get a Free Soccer Ball at Acme Tools

DEWALT Tags:

Jul 27, 2026

Laying out massive commercial spaces or long runs of drywall shouldn’t feel like a guessing game. If you’ve ever spent half your morning trying to track down a faded red laser line across a brightly lit jobsite, you already know the frustration. When accuracy slips, your timeline slips with it.DEWALT is answering the call for serious layout precision with their brand-new 20V MAX XR Green Rotary Laser Kit*. Engineered specifically to dominate indoor layout applications, this tool delivers the pinpoint accuracy, extreme visibility, and long-lasting runtime that commercial framers and layout pros demand.Here is why this new rotary laser ... Read More

Stop Squinting at Faded Lines: DEWALT’s New 20V MAX* XR Green Rotary Laser Owns the Indoors

DEWALT Tags:

Jul 17, 2026

DEWALT 20V MAX XR 18-Gauge Brad Nailer: Bare Tool vs. Kit

Dragging an air hose through doorways, around cabinets, and across finished floors can make a simple trim job frustrating. The DEWALT 20V MAX XR 18-Gauge Brad Nailer provides fast, cordless performance without a compressor, hose, or gas cartridge.Available as a bare tool or kit, this compact nailer drives up to five nails per second and measures only 10.2 inches in height. It is designed for professional finish work, remodeling, repairs, and DIY woodworking projects. ... Read More

Makita Tags:

Jul 15, 2026