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Bosch unveils Bluehound asset tracking: today the tool, tomorrow the jobsite
Bosch unveiled its Bluehound asset tracking, a product now in an open-pilot stage, during the recent World of Concrete show, calling it a “major step toward end-to-end connectivity on a complex construction site.” The cloud-based asset management and tracking solution will incorporate cost accounting, certification tracking, asset information storage, personnel monitoring and delivery tracking and […]
February 19, 2018
Articulating Lumax oil filter wrenches get a grip in confined spaces
Just getting to an oil filter in the first place can be an ordeal. Then trying to twist it loose at an odd angle and inside some cramped engine underbelly can frustrate even the most patient mechanic. Lumax swivel handle oil filter wrenches are designed for ergonomic comfort with cushion grip handles and a slim […]
February 15, 2018
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Post-it Extreme Notes designed with construction contractors in mind
You gotta give these marketing guys some props. It isn’t easy coming up with new uses for an old product. But the people at 3M brainstormed up a new “application” if that’s the right word, for Post-it Notes it and created Post-it Extreme Notes for the construction industry. These aren’t your typical wimpy office Post-it […]
February 14, 2018
Construction Equipment
Hilti intros TE 2000-AVR hammer, HIT-HY 270 injectable mortar
Alongside the company’s new DD-WMS 100 water-plus-vacuum system, at the recent World of Concrete show Hilti also introduced a demolition hammer and injectable mortar. The new TE 2000-AVR demolition hammer weighs just 33 pounds but packs the same punch (26 foot-pounds/1,800 blows per minute) as tools in the 65 pound weight class and double that […]
February 13, 2018
Gear
New Keen Utility work boots combine running shoe lightness with construction features, protection
Some time ago I reviewed Keen Utility’s Milwaukee work boots and I liked them a lot. Although heavy, they are built for extreme and harsh conditions like concrete and asphalt paving—and their prices are competitive. So it was interesting to see at the World of Concrete this year that Keen Utility is expanding their offerings […]
February 9, 2018
Construction Equipment
Hilti DD-WMS 100 water-plus-vacuum system eliminates concrete drilling dust all day using just 4 gallons of water
Now that OSHA is regulating silica dust on jobsites, you need to have a solution when cutting or drilling concrete. Hilti’s new DD-WMS 100 Water Management System, introduced at the World of Concrete, keeps this dust suppression activity clean and simple when drilling—especially since you don’t have to flood the jobsite with water. The DD-WMS […]
February 8, 2018
Safety
Be seen, be safe with Guardian Angel’s Elite Series LED light
Guardian Angel’s new Elite Series personal safety device features up to two miles of visibility. Multiple mounting accessories enable you to attach it to any hardhat or piece of clothing. The Elite Series’ lithium-ion battery is USB rechargeable. Front, rear and top light controls give you a 360-degree light pattern and three light intensity settings. […]
January 23, 2018
Gear
12th Day of Construction Gifts: Danner Vicious the “most comfortable all-day boots”
In my review of the Danner Vicious, I said these boots are the most comfortable boots I’ve ever owned, noting “They’re so comfortable I have to be careful not to leave them on when I go to bed. I kid you not.” The boots combine the comfort of a hiking boot with hefty protection. On […]
December 22, 2017
Gear
10th Day of Construction Gifts: A protective phone case and screen protector
Few things show someone how much you care than concern for their precious and increasingly fragile smartphone. So, the combo gift of a great case and screen protector are are an easy way to bring a smile to someone’s face this holiday season. We recently published the 2018 version of our annual smartphone case guide, […]
December 20, 2017
Gear
9th Day of Construction Gifts: DeWalt’s 35-ft. tape measure and compact laser range finder a great combo
Half of all construction is measuring things. So why not get the construction worker in your life an additional tool, or two, for the task. They’re perfect stocking stuffers, and it is literally impossible to have too many tape measures. DeWalt has come out with two innovations in this regard. The 35-foot tape measure has […]
December 19, 2017
Dealers
Equipment roundup: Chevy unveils 2019 Silverado; Case updates N Series backhoes; Cat intros INV2000 inverter generator; Komatsu brings AI to equipment; Mechanic ponders a Tesla future
Chevy unveils 2019 Silverado with a jaw-dropping redesign “No it’s not.” “Holy crud.” Those were just a couple of the exclamations coming from the stands as Chevy introduced its 2019 Silverado by helicopter at the Texas Motor Speedway over the weekend. To read more,  click here. Case updates N Series backhoes with several improvements including […]
December 19, 2017
Construction Equipment
8th Day of Construction Gifts: Bosch FlexiClick 5-in-1 is a compact drill that adapts to the job
Bosch model GSR12V-140FCB22 is a drill that combines quality and gadgetry into one extremely adaptable tool. The FlexiClick 5-in-1, as Bosch calls it, not only fits into tight spaces with its compact, 7 inches tall by 5 inches wide footprint, it also comes with five easy to connect attachments that allow the drill to adapt […]
December 18, 2017
Gear
7th Day of Construction Gifts: Diesel-scented candle makes every room smell like the shop
If you ever wished your man cave smelled more like your garage or felt that your garage could do with a bit more of that sweet fumey smell of exhaust, this is the candle for you. Race Fuel Candles’ diesel-scented candle is an 8-ounce candle that fills your space with a “pleasantly sharp aroma” according […]
December 15, 2017
Gear
6th Day of Construction Gifts: Tactica Multi-Tool is the most useful key chain ever
Multi-tools always make great stocking stuffers and this tiny one from Tactica packs a lot of utility in a small space. With the look of a carabiner keychain, the Multi-Tool packs “more than a dozen wrenches (imperial and metric), a bottle opener, a package opener, a ruler, hex sockets, and both Phillips and flathead bits” […]
December 14, 2017
Gear
REVIEW: Danner’s Vicious boots wrap hiking comfort in a durable, protective shell
Whether you get them for yourself or somebody else, boots are always a welcome addition under a construction worker’s Christmas tree. I’ve had a chance to spend a couple months in these new Danner Vicious boots and have to say that these are the most comfortable all-day boots I’ve ever owned, bar none. Danner’s DNA […]
December 13, 2017
Gear
4th Day of Construction Gifts: Columbia PFG Bahama a great all-season work shirt
They’re technically fishing shirts, but Columbia’s PFG Bahama is an excellent choice for the jobsite and office, too. Available in a wide range of colors in sizes from extra small to XXL, the Bahama long sleeve features the PFG mesh-lined cape vents at the back shoulder for built-in cooling on hot days. The shirt is […]
December 12, 2017
Gear
3rd Day of Construction Gifts: Bosch GLI12V Max pocket worklight
It’s winter. Daylight’s at a premium. Hence Dad, or the construction worker in your life, would really appreciate some illumination. This Bosch GLI12V Max Worklight is just the thing every tradesperson can use. It runs on a Bosch 2.0 amp/hour Slimpack battery that will give you 10 hours of runtime and 300 lumens of light. […]
December 11, 2017
Gear
2nd Day of Construction Gifts: Heavy equipment hologram lamps
These heavy equipment lamps feature a cool, holographic-like design and would make a great addition to any office or kid’s room. You can find these color-changing holo lamps in a few places online, especially the excavator version. One option on Amazon runs for about $29 and comes with a swappable design, allowing you to illuminate […]
December 8, 2017
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