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Acme Tools Tags:

Jul 2, 2026

TRADE OF THE MONTH: POWER UTILITY

TRADE OF THE MONTH: POWER UTILITY

Power utility work keeps homes, businesses, job sites and communities running. From overhead line maintenance to underground utility work, storm restoration, pole work, cable prep and vegetation clearing, utility crews rely on equipment that can handle demanding conditions.This month, Acme Tools is highlighting gear for power utility professionals, lineworkers, utility contractors and support crews who need reliable safety equipment, hand tools, cutting tools and jobsite support products.Power utility work involves serious hazards, including energized equipment, falls, confined spaces, traffic, weather and falling limbs. OSHA notes that only qualified employees may work on or near exposed energized lines or parts, ... Read More

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Apr 30, 2026

A Breakdown of 9 Knipex Tools Featured by American Electrician

A Breakdown of 9 Knipex Tools Featured by American Electrician

Knipex consistently ranks among the most respected hand tool brands in the trades — but the company's massive catalog can make it tough to know which tools are genuinely worth the premium price tag. In a recent YouTube video, the creator behind American Electrician walks through the nine Knipex tools he won't buy from any other brand, drawing on what he says is more than $2,000 in personal spending across the lineup.Below is our breakdown of each tool he features, with notes on the use cases, design details, and version warnings he calls out — plus product links so you ... Read More

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Milwaukee Tags:

Mar 28, 2026

New Milwaukee Wire Stripper: Made In The USA & Built For Electricians Who Actually Use Their Tools

New Milwaukee Wire Stripper: Made In The USA & Built For Electricians Who Actually Use Their Tools

Here's something you don't see every day: a wire stripper that was designed by people who strip wire for a living instead of just guessing what might work.Milwaukee's new 8-20 AWG Dipped Grip Wire Stripper & Cutter isn't trying to waste a lot of time for no reason. It's just doing everything a wire stripper should do, without the usual frustrations that make you want to throw your tools across the room. Clean strips. Easier cuts. Precision-ground holes that don't mangle your wire. V-shaped blades that trap the wire instead of letting it slip out mid-cut. And it's made in ... Read More

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Acme Tools Tags:

Mar 26, 2026

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

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DEWALT Tags:

Feb 5, 2026

Revisiting The DeWalt Electrical Total Solutions Lineup

Revisiting The DeWalt Electrical Total Solutions Lineup

You know the deal. In this line of work, your reputation walks into the room about five minutes before you do. You are defined strictly by the work you leave behind in the walls and panels. We saw this campaign drop back in September, but the message hits just as hard today. Precision isn't optional when you are dealing with live currents and tight deadlines. ... Read More

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Feb 4, 2026

Revisit: Why This Klein Tools Video Is Still The Standard For Sparkies

Revisit: Why This Klein Tools Video Is Still The Standard For Sparkies

Five months might as well be a lifetime in the content game, but real quality has a shelf life that lasts forever. We dropped this video back in September 2025, and looking back at the footage, the message is arguably more relevant now than it was then. If you are an electrician, a general contractor, or a homeowner who takes pride in their work, you know Klein Tools isn't just a logo on a handle. It is the baseline for professional work in America.We originally highlighted this lineup during our Trade of the Month feature, but this gear doesn't care ... Read More

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