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Sunex Tags:

Oct 10, 2026

New Products

The Sunex Speed Demon Service Cart Brings Hot-Rod Style to the Shop

The Sunex Speed Demon Service Cart Brings Hot-Rod Style to the Shop If you have been following our blog recently, you have probably seen the last two Sunex service carts that dropped. Both look amazing and bring plenty of useful storage to the shop.That being said, maybe neither design does it for you. Well, don’t worry, because there is a third.The Sunex 39-Inch 6-Drawer Service Cart with the Tony Squindo Speed Demon Design brings an old-school hot-rod look to a cart built for actual work. ... Read More
Sunex Tags:

Oct 3, 2026

New Products

The Sunex Ctoolu Service Cart Brings Personality to the Shop

The Sunex Ctoolu Service Cart Brings Personality to the Shop If you’ve been following Sunex recently, you probably saw our last blog on the Sunex Grand Prix Powered Cart. That thing is great, but if it’s not your style, or it’s a little outside your price range, look no further. We have another option.The Sunex 39-Inch 6-Drawer Tony Squindo Ctoolu Service Cart trades the race-day look for something completely different. Its lime-green finish is covered with bold purple Ctoolu artwork, giving it a loud design that refuses to blend in with every plain toolbox in the shop.I’m a fan. If I’m spending this much time in my garage, I ... Read More
Sunex Tags:

Sep 30, 2026

New Products

The Sunex Grand Prix Powered Cart Looks Fast Standing Still

The Sunex Grand Prix Powered Cart Looks Fast Standing Still Something just came across my desk, and we’re not talking about a memo.The Sunex 50-Inch 7-Drawer Powered Cart with the Grand Prix Juic’d BOX design might be one of the coolest pieces of tool storage I’ve seen in a while. It brings serious race-day energy to the shop without forgetting what a tool cart is supposed to do.The design pops. The black cabinet features a high-speed Grand Prix graphic with red, blue and white light streaks running across the drawers. Open the lid, and the racing theme continues with another bold graphic underneath. This cart looks fast while sitting ... Read More
Dremel Tags:

Oct 1, 2026

Project Guides

Turn Your Pumpkin into a Work of Art with Dremel

Turn Your Pumpkin into a Work of Art with Dremel Pumpkin carving is everyone’s favorite pastime. But it’s time to take it to the next level.A kitchen knife can handle the classic triangle eyes and crooked smile. There’s nothing wrong with that. However, if you want a pumpkin that makes people stop and ask how you created it, the Dremel 2050-15 Stylo+ and 729-01 Carving & Engraving Accessory Kit are ready to help. ... Read More
DEWALT Tags:

Sep 18, 2026

New Products

Keep Your Workspace Clean with the DEWALT Silicone Workbench Protection Mat

Keep Your Workspace Clean with the DEWALT Silicone Workbench Protection Mat Think of your workbench like your kitchen counter: spotless, organized, and ready for action. The DEWALT 18 x 48-Inch Silicone Workbench Protection Mat makes that easier by protecting your work surface while keeping tools, parts and projects organized. It is a simple addition that can make a noticeable difference in a professional shop, home garage or DIY workspace. ... Read More
Acme Tools Tags:

Sep 11, 2026

New Products

Acme Tools Mini Bucket Collection

Acme Tools Mini Bucket Collection Who doesn’t love mini buckets? They make great decorations and can hold all the little things that are taking up way too much space on your desk.Acme Tools released seven different bucket colors and seven different brands. Generac, GEARWRENCH, STIHL, DEWALT, Bosch, Milwaukee and Klein Tools.You can buy them individually, in a 6-pack, or get the 7-piece set that includes all the different brands.Click here to view all the Mini Buckets! ... Read More
GEARWRENCH Tags:

Sep 9, 2026

Deal Alerts

Buy a GEARWRENCH MEGAMOD Set and Get a Free Shop Stool

Buy a GEARWRENCH MEGAMOD Set and Get a Free Shop Stool Gearwrench is running a pretty sweet deal. Buying a complete mechanics set gives you somewhere to store your tools. This deal gives you somewhere to sit while you use them.For a limited time, purchase a qualifying GEARWRENCH MEGAMOD Mechanics Set from Acme Tools and receive a GEARWRENCH 86992F Adjustable Height Swivel Shop Stool for free. ... Read More
Festool Tags:

Aug 31, 2026

New Products

Festool CT-ASA FLX J Boom Arm: Get That Hose Off the Floor

Festool CT-ASA FLX J Boom Arm: Get That Hose Off the Floor Dust extraction is awesome, right up until the hose wraps around your leg, takes out your workpiece, or drags across the thing you just spent an hour making look perfect.The Festool CT-ASA FLX J Dust Extraction Mobile Boom Arm Set fixes that problem by routing your hose and plug-it cord overhead. It keeps the floor clearer and gives you more room to move while sanding, cutting or routing.This is one of those upgrades you think you don’t need, until your hose tries to sweep your leg for the third time before lunch. ... Read More
Milwaukee Tags:

Aug 4, 2026

New Products

Milwaukee 107-Piece SAE and Metric Tap and Die Set Covers Both Sides of the Thread

Milwaukee 107-Piece SAE and Metric Tap and Die Set Covers Both Sides of the Thread Threading jobs have an annoying habit of multiplying.One damaged fastener leads to another. Then the next repair uses a different size. Eventually, the project switches from SAE to metric just to keep things interesting.The new Milwaukee 107-Piece SAE and Metric Tap and Die PACKOUT Set is built for that reality. It combines 34 straight-flute taps, 34 1-inch hex dies and a broad selection of threading accessories in one organized system.At the center is Milwaukee’s HEX-LOK 2-in-1 Handle, which handles both internal and external threading without requiring separate handle systems. ... Read More
CRAFTSMAN Tags:

Aug 3, 2026

New Products

New CRAFTSMAN 20-Piece Mechanics Tool Set Keeps Repairs in the Stack

New CRAFTSMAN 20-Piece Mechanics Tool Set Keeps Repairs in the Stack Small socket sets are easy to carry. They are also remarkably good at disappearing beneath larger toolboxes.The new CRAFTSMAN 3/8-Inch Drive SAE/Metric Mechanics Tool Set gives DIYers a compact collection for home and automotive repairs. More importantly, its storage case connects to the CRAFTSMAN VERSASTACK system.That means the set can travel as part of a larger storage stack instead of sliding around the garage, truck or trunk by itself. ... Read More
Stihl Tags:

Jul 17, 2026

New Products

STIHL ALLPRO Batteries: The Future of Professional Cordless Power

STIHL ALLPRO Batteries: The Future of Professional Cordless Power The future of jobsite power did not arrive in a flying truck. It arrived in a black-and-orange battery with very little patience for downtime.Launching in August 2026, and available for pre-order RIGHT NOW, the STIHL ALLPRO Battery System is the next generation of STIHL professional cordless power. It brings new battery technology, faster charging, long service life, tougher weather protection, and compatibility with the STIHL AP tools many crews already own. In other words, you can step into the future without sending your current equipment to the tool graveyard.There are six ALLPRO batteries, and they are not simply small, ... Read More
Milwaukee Tags:

Jul 20, 2026

New Products

Stop Chasing Your Tools: Milwaukee’s Massive New Socket & Ratchet Drop is Here

Stop Chasing Your Tools: Milwaukee’s Massive New Socket & Ratchet Drop is Here We have all lived the nightmare. You are elbow-deep under the hood of a car or wedged under a kitchen sink. You set your socket down for a split second, and clink, clink, rolllllllll, it vanishes into the abyss, never to be seen again. Or maybe you are fighting a rusted bolt in a space so tight you can barely get a click out of your ratchet.Whether you make your living turning wrenches or you spend your weekends conquering DIY projects in the driveway, cheap hand tools and messy toolboxes are the enemy of progress.Milwaukee just completely overhauled the ... Read More
Milwaukee Tags:

Jul 20, 2026

New Products

Stop Digging for Tools: Why the Milwaukee PACKOUT™ Single Drawer Tool Box is a Storage Must-Have

Stop Digging for Tools: Why the Milwaukee PACKOUT™ Single Drawer Tool Box is a Storage Must-Have Let’s keep it a buck: nothing kills your momentum on a job quite like having to play hide-and-seek with your own tools. When you are elbow-deep in a project, the last thing you want to do is waste ten minutes digging through the bottomless pit of a chaotic tool bag just to find a specific pair of pliers or a specialty bit.Disorganization costs time, and time is money.Milwaukee understands this frustration perfectly. Enter the MILWAUKEE® PACKOUT™ Single Drawer Tool Box. This isn’t just another plastic bin; it is a heavy-duty, highly customizable storage solution designed to give you instant, ... Read More
Milwaukee Tags:

Jul 20, 2026

New Products

Ditch the Cold Sandwiches: Why the Milwaukee M18™ Jobsite Lunch Warmer is an Absolute Game-Changer

Ditch the Cold Sandwiches: Why the Milwaukee M18™ Jobsite Lunch Warmer is an Absolute Game-Changer Let’s be real for a second: there is nothing sadder than a cold, soggy sandwich when you’ve been busting your back in the freezing cold or heat all morning. Whether you’re a tradesperson pulling wire, a contractor framing out a custom build, or just a regular person on a long road trip or working out of your truck, lunchtime is sacred. It’s when you refuel, reset, and find the energy to push through the rest of the day.For too long, the options have been grim: wait in line to use a nasty microwave covered in someone else’s exploded chili, ... Read More
Acme Tools Tags:

Jul 21, 2026

Buying Guides

You’re Gonna Need a Bigger Toolbox: Shark Week at Acme Tools

You’re Gonna Need a Bigger Toolbox: Shark Week at Acme Tools Sharks have survived for hundreds of millions of years without cordless tools, laser measures, or push-to-connect plumbing fittings. Frankly, it feels a little smug.In honor of Shark Week, we pulled our favorite products with teeth, tools with “Shark” in their names, and gear for building a shark-free viewing party. The result includes nail pullers, drain-cleaning accessories, CNC equipment, speakers, coolers, and one fan that provides ocean mist without requiring anyone to enter the ocean.Shark Week 2026 begins Sunday, July 26, and runs through Saturday, August 1, with 20 new premieres airing on Discovery. Before settling onto the couch, however, ... Read More
ACME TOOLS Tags:

Jul 13, 2026

Buying Guides

Grand Slam Gear: Upgrading Your MLB All-Star Watch Party

Grand Slam Gear: Upgrading Your MLB All-Star Watch Party Baseball’s All-Star break hits right when summer needs it most. It’s the perfect excuse to fire up the grill, grab some friends, and watch the league’s heavy hitters launch moonshots onto the concourse.But hosting outside in mid-July means fighting the heat. A standard patio setup usually leads to melted ice, sweating guests, and a phone speaker nobody can hear. You need equipment that actually works hard. We drafted a roster of jobsite-tough outdoor gear from Acme Tools, think heavy-duty coolers, massive fans, and rugged speakers, to guarantee your watch party is a blowout. ... Read More
Acme Tools Tags:

Jul 8, 2026

Buying Guides

5 Ways to Get Over the USA Soccer Loss (Without Setting Your Jersey on Fire)

5 Ways to Get Over the USA Soccer Loss (Without Setting Your Jersey on Fire) Look, we get it. Watching the USA squad exit the tournament is a special kind of heartbreak. You probably spent the last 90 minutes screaming at your TV, questioning the referee’s eyesight, and pondering if you should have just spent the day gardening instead.But put the pitchforks away. The game is over, the heartbreak is real, but the weekend is still yours. At Acme Tools, we believe the best way to mend a broken soccer heart is with some high-octane retail therapy. Here are 5 items to help you reclaim your glory and forget that offside call ever happened. ... Read More
Ninja Tags:

Jul 10, 2026

Project Guides

Celebrate National Piña Colada Day the Right Way: Enter the Ninja SLUSHi

Celebrate National Piña Colada Day the Right Way: Enter the Ninja SLUSHi If you like Piña Coladas (and getting caught in the rain), July 10th is officially your day. But before you drag that old blender out of the cabinet and start aggressively crushing ice, stop. Traditional homemade frozen drinks almost always end in a watery, separated mess that loses its flavor after five minutes. This National Piña Colada Day, it is time to elevate your refreshment game, and leave the ice behind entirely.Enter the Ninja SLUSHi Professional Frozen Drink Maker. This machine completely removes ice from the equation, giving you the ultimate smooth, flavorful frozen drink experience. Here is your ... Read More
DEWALT Tags:

Jul 10, 2026

New Products

Never Run Out of Breath: The DEWALT 20 Gallon Portable Surge Tank

Never Run Out of Breath: The DEWALT 20 Gallon Portable Surge Tank Anyone who relies on pneumatic tools knows the frustration of outrunning their air compressor. You are in the middle of a major framing job, your nail gun starts firing blanks, and you have to stop and wait for the compressor to catch up. Or worse, you have a crew trying to share one small tank, and productivity grinds to a halt.If you are tired of waiting on air, it’s time to add a serious buffer to your setup. Meet the DEWALT 20 Gallon Portable Surge Tank. This isn’t a compressor itself; it is a massive air reserve that hooks ... Read More
Acme Tools Tags:

Jul 3, 2026

Buying Guides

Gear Up for Glory: Celebrate 250 Years of American Grit with Sunex

Gear Up for Glory: Celebrate 250 Years of American Grit with Sunex There’s a reason American tradespeople are known as the backbone of this country. From the early days of independence to the booming industrial age, this nation was built on hard work, sweat, and tools that simply don’t quit. As we gear up to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of the United States, it’s time to upgrade your shop with equipment that honors that legacy.If you want to bring some serious horsepower, unapologetic patriotism, and top-tier organization to your garage, Sunex has just unleashed a lineup that will get your red, white, and blue blood pumping. Let’s take a look at ... Read More
Dremel Tags:

Jul 7, 2026

Product Guides

Bring Your Blades Back to Life: Sharpen Outdoor Tools with a Dremel

Bring Your Blades Back to Life: Sharpen Outdoor Tools with a Dremel No matter if you work as a landscaper or just take care of your own yard on weekends, everyone can agree that using dull tools is frustrating.If your lawn mower rips grass, your chainsaw smokes, or your pruners crush branches, your tools probably just need sharpening. Instead of replacing them or paying for repairs, the Dremel A679-02 Sharpening Kit can make your tools work like new in minutes. ... Read More
Acme Tools Tags:

Oct 2, 2026

Product Guides

3 Great Air Compressors for At Home

3 Great Air Compressors for At Home We’ve all experienced that frustrating moment: you’re geared up for a weekend bike ride or a quick driveway pickup game, only to be met with the dreaded, lifeless squish of a flat tire or a deflated basketball. Instead of furiously working a manual hand pump until your arms give out, or making an annoying detour to the gas station just to pay for air, a reliable home air compressor is an absolute weekend lifesaver. From topping off your car tires and inflating pool floats to keeping your sports gear game-ready, keeping a compact and easy-to-use air compressor in your ... Read More
DEWALT Tags:

Jul 2, 2026

New Products

Beat the Jobsite Heat: DEWALT 18-Inch 20V AC/DC 4000 CFM Drum Fan

Beat the Jobsite Heat: DEWALT 18-Inch 20V AC/DC 4000 CFM Drum Fan Sweltering jobsites and stuffy garages kill your productivity. You need serious airflow, but dragging an extension cord across a room isn’t always an option. The DEWALT 18-Inch 20V AC/DC Hybrid Drum Fan solves this by letting you choose your power source. Plug it into the wall when you have power, or snap in a compatible 20V battery to bring massive, quiet airflow completely off the grid. ... Read More
Makita Tags:

Jul 2, 2026

New Products

Cut the Cord, Keep the Heat: Makita 40V max XGT Cordless Heat Gun

Cut the Cord, Keep the Heat: Makita 40V max XGT Cordless Heat Gun Dragging a heavy extension cord around a job site or garage when you need precise heat is a massive headache. The Makita 40V max XGT Cordless Variable Temperature Heat Gun cuts the cord, bringing true, high-demand power to a completely portable package. It delivers massive temperature ranges and precision airflow without tying you to a wall outlet.(Note: This is a “Bare Tool,” designed for users who already own compatible Makita 40V batteries and chargers). ... Read More
Klein Tools Tags:

Jul 2, 2026

New Products

Your Extra Set of Hands: Klein Tools Heavy-Duty Construction Jack Lift

Your Extra Set of Hands: Klein Tools Heavy-Duty Construction Jack Lift Installing heavy cabinets or drywall alone is backbreaking work that usually requires a second person. The Klein Tools Heavy-Duty Construction Jack Lift eliminates the struggle. Engineered for professional-grade lifting, leveling, and positioning, this tool serves as an extra set of hands, allowing you to control heavy materials seamlessly on your own. ... Read More
Milwaukee Tags:

Oct 15, 2026

Product Guides

Milwaukee M18 FUEL Backpack Vacuum vs. NEXUS 6 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum: Which One Is Right for You?

Milwaukee M18 FUEL Backpack Vacuum vs. NEXUS 6 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum: Which One Is Right for You? Jobsite cleanup is not always the same. Sometimes you need a lightweight vacuum you can wear while cleaning floors, stairs, lifts, and overhead areas. Other times, you need a larger wet/dry vacuum that can handle bigger messes, more debris, and connect into your PACKOUT setup.That is where these two Milwaukee M18 FUEL vacuums come in. The Milwaukee M18 FUEL 3-in-1 Backpack Vacuum is built for mobility and comfort, while the Milwaukee M18 FUEL NEXUS 6 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum is built for higher capacity, stronger suction, wet/dry cleanup, and modular jobsite use.Both are cordless. Both run on the Milwaukee M18 battery ... Read More
Sunex Tags:

Aug 27, 2026

Buying Guides

Stay Cool to the Bone: Sunex 1.7 Cu. Ft. Skull Theme Refrigerator

Stay Cool to the Bone: Sunex 1.7 Cu. Ft. Skull Theme Refrigerator Looking for a small fridge for the shop or garage? Look no further. The Sunex 1.7 Cu. Ft. Skull Theme Refrigerator is the elite upgrade you’ve been needing for your workspace or man cave. Most mini-fridges are boring, dorm-room eyesores, but this one brings a heavy-duty, rebellious vibe with its bold skull graphic. It’s not just about looks, though, it is practically built for the garage. Featuring a flush-back design and a reversible door hinge, it can be easily tucked into tight corners next to your tool stack, while the adjustable leveling legs ensure it sits perfectly flat on uneven, ... Read More
Milwaukee Tags:

Jul 17, 2026

New Products

Milwaukee PACKOUT™ 25 oz Bottle with Chug Lid: The Hydration Upgrade Every PACKOUT™ User Needs

Milwaukee PACKOUT™ 25 oz Bottle with Chug Lid: The Hydration Upgrade Every PACKOUT™ User Needs Product BreakdownJobsite hydration just got a serious upgrade. The Milwaukee PACKOUT™ 25 oz Bottle with Chug Lid is more than just another water bottle, it’s designed specifically for tradespeople who already rely on the PACKOUT™ Modular Storage System every day. Featuring Milwaukee’s innovative PACKOUT™ Connectivity Twist-to-Lock system, this bottle securely attaches directly to compatible PACKOUT™ components, helping keep your drink protected, accessible, and off the ground while you work.Built with an impact-resistant body and a leakproof chug lid, this bottle is engineered to handle demanding jobsites, busy workshops, and everything in between. Whether you’re framing houses, running electrical, working in ... Read More
Nebo Tags:

Jun 16, 2026

New Products

Never Run Out of Power Again: Meet the Nebo Intrepid 1800

Never Run Out of Power Again: Meet the Nebo Intrepid 1800 Imagine having a standard wall outlet anywhere you go. Meet your new best friend for camping trips, backyard parties, and unexpected power outages. The Nebo Intrepid 1800 is a heavy-duty portable power station that gives you massive amounts of clean, quiet energy wherever you need it. No gas, no noisy motors, and no fumes, just press a button, plug in, and go. With its built-in wheels and luggage-style handle, taking reliable power on the road has never been easier. ... Read More
Makita Tags:

Aug 20, 2026

Product Guides

Soundtrack Your Shift: The Makita Job Site Audio Guide

Soundtrack Your Shift: The Makita Job Site Audio Guide A quiet job site is a boring job site. But bringing your fragile indoor Bluetooth speaker to work is a guaranteed way to fill it with sawdust, knock it off a tailgate, and have your annoying coworker ruin it by Friday.If you want to drown out the roar of air compressors and keep the crew’s energy up, you need audio gear that actually works for a living. Makita’s lineup of jobsite speakers delivers massive, distortion-free sound while running off the exact same batteries currently sitting in your tool bag. They are loud, completely unapologetic, and built to take a ... Read More
Acme Tools Tags:

Apr 1, 2026

Deal Alerts

Upgrade Your Basics: Score Deep Discounts On Must-Have Hand Tools & Drills

Upgrade Your Basics: Score Deep Discounts On Must-Have Hand Tools & Drills There is a universal truth every American knows: realizing you have the wrong tool for the job while you are already elbow-deep in a project is a unique kind of pain. Stop trying to turn a stripped screw with a butter knife or frame a wall with a hammer that looks like it survived the Oregon Trail. It is time to audit your loadout. Right now, we are knocking up to 36% off your everyday tool essentials. From tightening a rogue cabinet hinge to full-blown room remodels, the right gear separates the pros from the amateurs. This online-only event is ... Read More
Bora Portamate Tags:

Mar 30, 2026

New Products

Bora Portamate Release New Sawhorse Pattern (2Pk) (PM-4550X)

Bora Portamate Release New Sawhorse Pattern (2Pk) (PM-4550X) Nothing completely drains your motivation faster than fighting your own equipment before the work even begins. You drag out a pair of warped, beat-up wooden trestles or cheap plastic sawhorses, pinch your fingers in the brackets, and spend ten minutes kicking the legs to get them somewhat stable on the dirt. It is a completely miserable way to start a project. The era of trusting your expensive materials and your own safety to flimsy job site foundations is officially over. Bora just dropped a limited-edition camo upgrade to their award-winning Speedhorse lineup, engineered to overhaul how you prep your ... Read More
Acme Tools Tags:

Mar 28, 2026

Buying Guides

Miter Saw Buying Mistakes: How-To Choose The Right Saw The First Time

Miter Saw Buying Mistakes: How-To Choose The Right Saw The First Time Most people buy a miter saw the same way they buy a car: they walk in with a budget, get sold on horsepower, and drive off without asking if it fits their life. Then reality hits. The saw's too big for the shop. The blade wobbles. The dust collection is a joke. And now you're stuck with a $500 paperweight that can't make a clean cut on baseboard without tear-out.A miter saw is one of the most valuable tools in any workshop or jobsite setup. It manages framing, trim, flooring, cabinetry, decking, and countless finishing tasks with speed and ... Read More
Acme Tools Tags:

Mar 27, 2026

Buying Guides

Mobile vs Fixed Tool Storage: Which Setup Actually Dominates Your Workflow?

Mobile vs Fixed Tool Storage: Which Setup Actually Dominates Your Workflow? Picture this scenario. You are halfway through a complex brake job or wiring up a massive subpanel. You unquestioningly reach back for your wire strippers or that elusive 10mm socket, and your hand hits empty air. You left it on the workbench on the complete opposite side of the shop. You just burned five minutes walking back and forth. The way you organize your gear absolutely dictates how much money you make and how much daylight you waste. The ultimate debate tearing garages and job sites apart is mobile vs. fixed tool storage, and it is time to settle on ... Read More
Acme Tools Tags:

Mar 26, 2026

Project Guides

Spring Shop Cleaning: The Ultimate Tool & Bench Reset

Spring Shop Cleaning: The Ultimate Tool & Bench Reset Winter projects leave a mark. Dust settles in places you didn't know existed. Benches get cluttered with half-finished ideas and tools that never made it back to their spot. Blades dull. Cords tangle. The shop slowly turns into a place you work around rather than one that works for you. Spring is the reset button. A focused spring shop cleaning brings everything back to zero: clean tools, a clear bench, and a layout that supports the work ahead. This guide walks through a practical, no-nonsense reset that saves time, extends tool life, and sets the shop up for better ... Read More
Acme Tools Tags:

Mar 26, 2026

Product Guides

Reconditioning Tools: When It's Worth It: And When It Isn't

Reconditioning Tools: When It's Worth It: And When It Isn't You've probably heard the pitch before. Reconditioned power tools cost less, perform the same, and come with a warranty. Sounds good until you're three months in and wondering if you should've just bought new.The truth is somewhere in the middle. Factory reconditioned tools can be a legitimately smart buy for contractors managing budgets and DIYers who know what they're doing. They can also be a headache if you don't know what you're buying or who reconditioned it. The difference comes down to understanding what "reconditioned" means, which tools are worth buying used, and when paying full price makes more ... Read More
Acme Tools Tags:

Mar 26, 2026

Buying Guides

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations & The Tools You'll Need To Install Them

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations & The Tools You'll Need To Install Them The electric vehicle revolution didn't wait for permission, and now every electrician worth their license is fielding calls about EV charger installations. What started as a niche service for early adopters has turned into standard work, residential driveways, commercial parking structures, fleet depots, you name it. If it's got a parking spot and a nearby power source, someone's asking to plug in a Tesla.But here's the thing about installing EV charging stations: it's not just about knowing your way around a breaker panel. It's about showing up with the right tools so you're not making three trips to the ... Read More
Acme Tools Tags:

Mar 23, 2026

Deal Alerts

Storage & Workspace Sale

Storage & Workspace Sale Let’s have a brutally honest conversation about the current state of your garage, shop, or job site trailer. If you are regularly spending twenty minutes digging through a massive mountain of loose sawdust, tangled extension cords, and misplaced sockets just to find one specific wrench, you are actively losing money. Time is money, and working in a chaotic disaster zone is strictly for the amateurs. It is time to reclaim your turf, protect your expensive investments, and finally build out the professional setup you have been dreaming about. ... Read More
DEWALT Tags:

Mar 22, 2026

New Products

DEWALT ATOMIC Grinding & Cutting Tools: Cordless Power Built for Tight Spaces

DEWALT ATOMIC Grinding & Cutting Tools: Cordless Power Built for Tight Spaces DEWALT just dropped five new ATOMIC grinders and cut-off tools that actually make sense for metalworking in confined spaces. The ATOMIC lineup has always been about delivering professional power in compact packages, and this grinding-and-cutting collection follows the same philosophy. Whether you're running conduit in mechanical rooms, grinding welds in tight corners, or cutting steel in overhead installations, these tools are designed to fit where pneumatic grinders can't and where full-size cordless grinders feel like overkill. ... Read More
GEARWRENCH Tags:

Mar 20, 2026

Product Guides

GEARWRENCH Modular Tool Sets: The Organization Hack Your Toolbox Has Been Begging For

GEARWRENCH Modular Tool Sets: The Organization Hack Your Toolbox Has Been Begging For Look, we need to talk about your toolbox situation. You know that drawer where you're playing archaeology every time you need a specific socket? The one where a 10mm somehow vanishes into the void while three duplicates magically appear in the wrong spot? Yeah, that drawer. GEARWRENCH modular tool sets are about to end that chaos, and honestly, it's about time. ... Read More
JET Tags:

Mar 18, 2026

Buying Guides

JET Milling Machines: Precision Metalworking for Serious Fabricators

JET Milling Machines: Precision Metalworking for Serious Fabricators JET's been building milling machines for over 60 years, and they've dialed in exactly what fabricators, machinists, and metal shops need. Their lineup starts with the 8x36 and 9x42 belt-drive models, solid, straightforward machines for shops that don't need variable speed but still demand precision. From there, you've got the 9x49 and 10x50, both available in variable speed or electronic variable speed (EVS), and the 12x54 in variable speed for bigger projects that require more table real estate.The belt-drive models are workhorses. They're built for repetitive tasks where you're not constantly adjusting spindle speed. The variable speed options give you ... Read More
Acme Tools Tags:

Mar 17, 2026

Product Guides

The Brutal Truth About Sharpening Vs Replacing Your Blades

The Brutal Truth About Sharpening Vs Replacing Your Blades Let’s talk about that burning smell filling up your shop. You know the exact one. You are trying to push a solid piece of expensive oak through the table saw, and instead of a clean slice, you are getting a massive smoke show and a jagged edge that looks like a rabid beaver chewed it off.We all have that one piece of steel we refuse to throw away out of pure stubbornness. Pushing a dead edge is not a badge of honor. It is incredibly dangerous; it burns out your expensive tool motors and wastes your valuable time. Eventually, every ... Read More
JET Tags:

Mar 17, 2026

Product Guides

The Ultimate Heavy Metal Machine: The JET 45-Ton Ironworker

The Ultimate Heavy Metal Machine: The JET 45-Ton Ironworker If your shop is still relying on a pieced-together, mismatched collection of hand shears and punches that look like they barely survived the Industrial Revolution, you are bleeding time and money. Real American tradesmen and contractors know that efficiency is the name of the game, and when it comes to raw, unapologetic metal-working power, you need to step up to the big leagues. This isn't just another piece of equipment taking up space on your floor. The JET 45-Ton Ironworker is an absolute powerhouse designed to punch, shear, and notch its way through your toughest fabrication jobs without breaking a ... Read More
Acme Tools Tags:

Mar 15, 2026

Product Guides

Power Tool Battery Myths: What Helps vs Hurts Performance

Power Tool Battery Myths: What Helps vs Hurts Performance There is nothing quite as infuriating as being two stories up on a ladder, lining up the perfect shot with your impact driver, pulling the trigger, and getting absolutely nothing but a sad, flashing red LED light. Your battery is dead, and now your momentum is completely shot. Cordless tools run the modern jobsite, but the way most guys treat their lithium-ion batteries is straight out of the 1990s. If you want to protect your investment and keep your crew moving, it is time to stop listening to the guy at the supply house and start looking at the facts. ... Read More

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The shop trade covers everything you could do in a workshop, including woodworking, metalworking, assembly, fabrication, and equipment maintenance. The pros and DIYers who work in a shop need shop tools and shop equipment. That’s where Acme Tools comes in with an extensive collection, featuring shop stools, workbenches, vises, and measuring devices, amongst other hand and power tools that keep projects moving forward. With equipment that works, workshop tradesmen can maximize their output while maintaining tool accuracy and creating results that exceed your standards. The correct setup makes everything possible and keeps customers coming back.

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