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Sep 5, 2026

Milwaukee Pipeline 2026: New Tools, Demos & What’s Coming Next | Acme Tools Podcast

Milwaukee Pipeline 2026: New Tools, Demos & What’s Coming Next | Acme Tools Podcast

Three weeks ago, Acme Tools ventured off of Milwaukee Tool's premier event, Milwaukee Pipeline.It didn’t disappoint.Now, it's time to recap it. In this episode of the Acme Tools Podcast, Dave and Zach recap the event with a special guest, Brian Wavra. ... Read More

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Stihl Tags:

Jul 17, 2026

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

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Makita Tags:

Jul 15, 2026

Ditch the Hose: Upgrade Your Trim Game with Makita’s LXT Nailers (Plus a Massive Free Battery Deal!)

Ditch the Hose: Upgrade Your Trim Game with Makita’s LXT Nailers (Plus a Massive Free Battery Deal!)

If you do any kind of finish carpentry, you already know the worst part of the job isn’t the cutting or the measuring, it’s the setup. Dragging a heavy, noisy air compressor out of the truck, untangling 50 feet of air hose, and tripping over it all day while you try to install crown molding is a massive headache.Cordless nailers have completely changed the game, giving you pneumatic-level power without the tether. Makita’s 18V LXT System is leading the charge with a full lineup of nailers built for everything from heavy baseboards to delicate cabinetry.But here is the best ... Read More

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Milwaukee Tags:

Jun 3, 2026

Milwaukee M18 & M12 Four-Bay Simultaneous Super Charger with PACKOUT Compatibility

Milwaukee M18 & M12 Four-Bay Simultaneous Super Charger with PACKOUT Compatibility

High-Speed Compatible BatteriesMinimizes Downtime: Charges batteries to 80% in 15 to 35 minutes, keeping crews working with fewer total batteries.Matches Corded Power: Low internal resistance allows batteries to deliver massive current, pushing cordless tools to corded performance levels.Runs Cooler: Advanced cell architecture generates less heat under heavy loads, preventing tools from shutting down mid-task.Extends Lifespan: Superior thermal management reduces cell degradation, meaning batteries survive more total charge cycles.Optimizes Smart Chargers: Communicates real-time temperature and status to chargers for the fastest, safest possible power delivery.Prevents Bogging Down: Maintains consistent voltage under heavy loads, avoiding power drops when tools hit tough ... Read More

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DEWALT Tags:

Apr 6, 2026

Are These The Best DEWALT Discounts Of The Spring Season?

Are These The Best DEWALT Discounts Of The Spring Season?

Let's have a little real talk before we get to the goods. If you’re running a crew, framing houses, or just trying to keep your own property from falling apart, you know the painful reality of buying new equipment. The sticker shock is enough to make any hardworking American contractor or serious DIYer sick to their stomach. You need the premium yellow-and-black gear to get the job done right, but you also need to keep enough cash in your pocket to turn a profit this month. We hear you loud and clear, and we’re stepping in to fix it.That’s ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Mar 31, 2026

Last Brand Standing Round 4 Game 1: Milwaukee Tool vs STANLEY

Forget your busted brackets. The only tournament that puts money back in your pocket and better gear in your truck is happening right now. We are deep into the madness of the Last Brand Standing tournament, and today brings a heavyweight tilt that belongs on pay-per-view. It is a 24-hour, winner-take-all battle between the red giant and the yellow-and-black classic. Only one brand survives this round to move on, but you are the real winner because prices are getting slashed by up to 69% today only.Shop All Milwaukee vs STANLEY Last Brand Standing Deals Now! ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Mar 27, 2026

Who Survives Round 3? FEIN vs Craftsman Last Brand Standing Deals

You can learn a lot about a guy by looking in the back of his work truck. Half the country is rolling around with a chaotic pile of rusted, mismatched gear, while the true professionals have their loadouts completely dialed in. If your setup is currently leaning towards the chaotic side, today is your absolute lucky day. Round 3 of our tournament is officially underway, and we are dropping a total bomb on retail prices. The FEIN vs Craftsman last brand standing deals are slashing prices by up to 56 percent. This is a brutal 24-hour battle where only ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Mar 25, 2026

Tool Maintenance Secrets: Extend the Life of Your Battery Packs

Tool Maintenance Secrets: Extend the Life of Your Battery Packs

Nothing stings quite like grabbing your heavy-duty impact driver, pulling the trigger, and getting absolutely nothing but a sad, blinking red light. You just bought that massive battery pack six months ago, and now it is completely bricked. Why? Because you left it cooking on the dashboard of your truck in the middle of July. Cordless tools have completely revolutionized the modern job site, but your gear is only as reliable as the power source clipped to its bottom. If you want to stop bleeding cash on premature replacement packs, you need to lock down these essential tool-maintenance tips ... Read More

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Makita Tags:

Mar 24, 2026

Makita BL4080H & BL4040F High Power Batteries: Extended Runtime Technology For Demanding XGT Applications

Makita BL4080H & BL4040F High Power Batteries: Extended Runtime Technology For Demanding XGT Applications

There is nothing quite as soul-crushing as being completely dead in the water on a massive job site because your battery could not handle the heat. You're completely dialed in, making aggressive cuts through engineered lumber or driving massive structural screws, and suddenly your tool just gives up and starts blinking at you. You're actively losing money every single second you stand around waiting for a hot battery to cool down on a charger. Makita just solved that problem with their newest power blocks. If you're tired of babying your cordless gear, it is time to seriously upgrade your ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Mar 24, 2026

Milwaukee vs Klein Tools: Last Brand Standing Round 3 Deals

Eight brands walked in. Four are walking out. And right now, Milwaukee Tool and Klein Tools are throwing haymakers in the ring to see who punches their ticket to the Final Four.This isn't your typical sale where everything's marked down, and everyone goes home happy. This is Last Brand Standing Round 3, where only one brand survives the day, and the other gets sent packing. Milwaukee and Klein are both bringing exclusive deals, up to 60% off their best gear, but when the clock hits 11:59 PM CT tonight, March 24th, only one advances to the semifinals. The other?Done. ... Read More

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Makita Tags:

Mar 19, 2026

How Does Makita’s New XGT 8.0Ah High Power Battery Deliver 35% More Power?

How Does Makita’s New XGT 8.0Ah High Power Battery Deliver 35% More Power?

Stop me if you have heard this one before. You are waist-deep in a massive land clearing job, your chainsaw is absolutely screaming through a thick oak, and suddenly, your battery taps out. Not because it is completely dead, but because it got too hot and choked under the heavy pressure. We have all been there, and it is incredibly frustrating. If you are running heavy outdoor power equipment or demanding job-site tools, you need a power source that won't fold under pressure. Enter the absolute game-changer: the new Makita XGT power-tool battery that is completely rewriting the rules of ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Mar 17, 2026

How-To Get More Out Of Cordless Tools And Keep Your Jobsite Moving

How-To Get More Out Of Cordless Tools And Keep Your Jobsite Moving

It is a Friday afternoon, you are two cuts away from finally loading up the truck, and your saw suddenly groans to a pathetic halt. We have all been there, and it is the ultimate momentum killer. Cordless power tools were designed to give hardworking Americans the freedom to work anywhere without constantly tripping over extension cords. But if you are constantly babying your gear or waiting on a slow charger, you aren't experiencing freedom; you are just managing downtime.Figuring out exactly how to get more out of cordless tools does not require an electrical engineering degree. It comes ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Mar 15, 2026

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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Metabo HPT Tags:

Mar 4, 2026

Multi-Volt Battery Innovations: The Tech That's Changing How Tools Work

Multi-Volt Battery Innovations: The Tech That's Changing How Tools Work

Remember when cordless tools meant compromising on power? Or when owning a full toolkit meant juggling three different battery platforms, each with its own charger, storage case, and compatibility headaches? Yeah, those days are fading fast, and multi-volt battery innovations are the reason why.The latest advancements in battery technology aren't just incremental improvements. They're fundamentally changing what's possible with cordless tools. Multi-volt systems deliver the power of high-voltage tools and the portability of compact batteries in a single platform. For contractors and DIYers tired of battery chaos, this is the upgrade that matters.The best example of Multi-Volt Battery Systems is ... Read More

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Milwaukee Tags:

Feb 17, 2026

The Heavy Hitters Have Arrived: Meet The New Milwaukee M18 Rotary Hammers

The Heavy Hitters Have Arrived: Meet The New Milwaukee M18 Rotary Hammers

You know the feeling. You’re halfway up a ladder or deep in a basement, and you’re fighting with a cord that seems to have a personal vendetta against you. It gets snagged, it’s too short, or you trip over the thing. It is arguably the most annoying part of the job site. Well, the folks over in Wisconsin clearly heard our collective groans because they just dropped some serious news that is going to change the concrete game for good.We are talking about the new Milwaukee M18 rotary hammers. Specifically, the M18 FUEL 1-9/16" and the 1-3/4" SDS Max models. ... Read More

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Metabo HPT Tags:

Feb 16, 2026

The New Metabo HPT Charger & Adapter Just Made Your Toolbox Way Smarter

The New Metabo HPT Charger & Adapter Just Made Your Toolbox Way Smarter

Remember when Metabo HPT dropped the UC18DAQ4 back in the day? Yeah, we're circling back to it because, honestly, this thing deserves more attention than it got. While everyone was losing their minds over the latest impact driver or circular saw, this little charging ninja slipped under the radar, a big mistake.Here's the deal: you've got batteries. Probably a dozen of them are scattered between your truck, your job box, and that one mystery bag you haven't opened in three months. Now imagine if those same batteries could charge your phone, run your laptop, AND get topped off from literally ... Read More

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Milwaukee Tags:

Feb 11, 2026

The Day Milwaukee Changed the Charging Game: M18 Battery Power Unleashed

The Day Milwaukee Changed the Charging Game: M18 Battery Power Unleashed

We need to take a minute to look back to August 2025, when Milwaukee Tool decided dead phones on the job site were officially a thing of the past. Before the release of the M18 TOP-OFF Charger and Power Supply (2847-20), we were all fighting over the one working outlet in the temporary power box or hoping the truck didn't die while we charged a laptop in the passenger seat. Then this little red brick showed up and completely flipped the script on how we manage portable power.This wasn't just another adapter; it was a total overhaul of the Milwaukee ... Read More

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Milwaukee Tags:

Feb 11, 2026

The New Milwaukee M18 Driver That’s Hiding In Plain Sight: Why The SURGE Still Slaps

The New Milwaukee M18 Driver That’s Hiding In Plain Sight: Why The SURGE Still Slaps

Look, we need to talk about something that flew under the radar harder than your buddy's side hustle. Back in 2025, Milwaukee dropped the M18 FUEL SURGE Hydraulic Driver (2761-20), and honestly? A lot of you probably scrolled right past it. Maybe you were too busy arguing about DeWalt vs Milwaukee on Reddit, or maybe you just thought "hydraulic driver" sounded like marketing nonsense.Here's the thing, though, this tool might be the most underrated piece of kit Milwaukee's put out in years. And if you're still running a standard impact driver all day, every day, you're basically choosing to punish ... Read More

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Makita Tags:

Feb 9, 2026

Makita Deal Of The Day: The Kind Of Heist You Actually Want To Be A Part Of

Makita Deal Of The Day: The Kind Of Heist You Actually Want To Be A Part Of

There is absolutely nothing worse than the click of death. You know exactly what I’m talking about. You are three hours into a framer, the sun is beating down on your neck, you go to drive a screw, and your impact driver gives you that pathetic, flashing light. The battery is dead. And because you forgot to throw the spare on the charger before lunch, you are now strictly in the business of waiting around. It is a rookie mistake, but it happens to the best of us.Today, we are fixing that problem and keeping cash in your pocket ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Feb 1, 2026

The New Battery Race: Understanding Higher-Voltage Platforms

The New Battery Race: Understanding Higher-Voltage Platforms

High-voltage batteries and smarter cordless performance are ushering in a new era for power tools. From compact 12V kits to 60V monsters built for demolition and cutting, voltage is now the defining metric in the cordless power race. But what does voltage really mean for tool performance, runtime, and compatibility? Understanding how these new platforms work will help you choose tools that match how you work today and in the years ahead. ... Read More

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Milwaukee Tags:

Jan 30, 2026

The King of the Driveway: Revisiting the Milwaukee M18 FUEL Snow Blower Revolution

The King of the Driveway: Revisiting the Milwaukee M18 FUEL Snow Blower Revolution

Let’s take a walk down memory lane to the moment Milwaukee Tool decided to officially pick a fight with Mother Nature. When the M18 FUEL 21" Auger Self-Propelled Snow Blower first hit the scene, the gas-purists laughed. They said a battery could never handle the back-breaking, heart-attack-inducing "heart attack snow" that we deal with every February. Well, a few seasons later, and the results are in: the gas can is officially gathering dust in the back of the shed.This wasn’t just another tool release; it was a statement. We’re talking about a machine that treats eight inches of heavy, wet ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Jan 26, 2026

How-To Extend Your Power Tool Battery's Lifespan

How-To Extend Your Power Tool Battery's Lifespan

Your cordless power tool batteries are a major financial investment. Getting the most from them saves you money, reduces work downtime, and ensures you stay productive whilst on the jobsite. The key to making them last is managing the three main factors that can destroy batteries: heat, vibration, and moisture.Continue reading this guide to learn pro techniques that can maximize the performance and lifespan of your Milwaukee M18, DEWALT 20V MAX, Makita LXT, and other pro-grade battery platforms. ... Read More

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