The World’s First Cordless 1” High Torque Impact Wrench Just Made It Easier to Say ‘Goodbye’ to Compressors and Generators (Milwaukee Tools)

MILWAUKEE, WI- Milwaukee Tool just elevated the productivity for users who fasten up to 1-3/4” bolts with the introduction of the first and only cordless 1” high torque impact wrench. An incredible breakthrough for cordless power tool technology, the M18 FUEL™ 1” High Torque Impact Wrench w/ ONE-KEY™ is also the world’s most powerful cordless impact. It utilizes advanced M18 FUEL™ technology to deliver up to 1800 ft-lbs of nut-busting torque while remaining 7 lbs lighter than the leading corded option currently available. 

Milwaukee Upgrades Its Entire M18 System with New HIGH OUTPUT Batteries and M18 & M12 Super Charger

MILWAUKEE, WI- Milwaukee Tool, the leader in cordless power tool technology, announces the next breakthrough for its M18™ Cordless System by extending its range of M18™ REDLITHIUM™ HIGH OUTPUT™ Batteries and introducing the first M18™ & M12™ Super Charger.  The new M18™ REDLITHIUM™ HIGH OUTPUT™ XC8.0 and CP3.0 battery packs will join the company’s current HIGH OUTPUT™ HD12.0 and XC6.0 offerings, establishing new top-tiers of performance for the XC (Extended Capacity) and CP (Compact) battery segments. All M18™ REDLITHIUM™ HIGH OUTPUT™ batteries provide 50% more power, run 50% cooler, and offer increased run-time over standard M18™ REDLITHIUM™ batteries, all while being compatible with the entire M18™ System of more than 175 tools.

New M18 FUEL™ 7/16” Utility Impact Wrench is First to Be Made Specifically for Linemen

MILWAUKEE, WI- Milwaukee Tool continues to deliver unprecedented innovation for the Power Utility Industry with the introduction of the M18 FUEL™ 7/16” Hex Utility High Torque Impact Wrench w/ ONE-KEY™.  The industry’s only cordless impact wrench made specifically for Linemen, this is also the world’s fastest-drilling cordless 7/16” impact wrench, delivering 30% faster drilling than other cordless options available. The new tool also provides up to 750 ft-lbs max torque for powerful breakaway capability and has features uniquely designed to offer Linemen maximum control such as an extended handle and QUIK-LOK™ chuck.

Milwaukee Tool announces new tools for 2019. Here is your monthly round-up for February 2019

Milwaukee Tools February Monthly Round-up

We took the new RIDGID One Handed OCTANE Recipricating Saw for a spin, and this is what we thought. ( R86448B )

The R86448B can be used with one or two hands

This saw is simply perfect. Its not one of those massive saws that you need to lug around and find storage for, but it gets the job done just as good. Best thing is, it has a life time warranty with registration.

Milwaukee Unveils Digital & Expandable Levels - New Squares Too!

Milwaukee adds new digital levels and new squares to their lineup!

Milwaukee M18 FUEL™ 4-1/2” - 6” Braking Grinders Generate Power of 13amp Corded

MILWAUKEE, WI – Unwavering in their dedication to delivering productivity-enhancing solutions that provide the right blend of power, run-time, and performance, Milwaukee Tool is proud to round out its cordless grinding lineup with the addition of new small-angle grinders that generate the power of 13 amp corded. Featuring a full 6” grinding capacity, the M18 FUEL™ 4-1/2” - 6” Braking Grinders include Rapid Stop to automatically stop all accessories in less than 3 seconds. With the addition of these new tools, Milwaukee® is now the only power tool manufacturer to offer a full range of cordless grinders that outperform corded on one battery.

If you are wondering what new tools Milwaukee is coming out with in 2019, we got you covered. Here are all the new Milwaukee tools announced so far in 2019

Cordless Tools

M18 SWITCH TANK Interchangeable Sprayer & Water Supply System

This is the industry’s first interchangeable tank solution. Core to the new system is the M18™ SWITCH TANK™ Powered Base, which provides power to three different interchangeable tanks: a 4-Gallon Pesticide Sprayer, 4-Gallon Water Supply, and 4-Gallon Concrete Sprayer. The M18™ SWITCH TANK™ Interchangeable Sprayer and Water Supply System delivers instant, constant, and adjustable pressure with no manual pumping, and users can easily add on or replace any of the compatible tanks.

The Dewalt 15 Amp 13 in. Corded Planer (DW735) is a near perfect machine, but still has a few quirks.

The DEWALT planer (DW735) is a tool that takes your average weekend wood worker and turns him/her into someone that can make some really professional grade items. It’s by far one of the most sought after tools on the market and I understand why, but there are a few quirks to this machine that we wish weren’t there.

Milwaukee Launches M18 SWITCH TANK System – The Industry’s First Interchangeable Sprayer and Water Supply System

The New System Includes 4-Gallon Pesticide Sprayer, Water Supply, & Concrete Sprayer 

The Husky 37” Mobile Utility Job Box (209261) is a contractor’s best friend. Read our full review here.

Provided by the Home Depot Prospective Program

We have reviewed a lot of different job boxes on the TRZ sites, but the Husky 37” box is a bit different from the others.

Milwaukee Unveils the Industry’s First Cordless Pipe Threader (2874-22HD)

Milwaukee press release 

MILWAUKEE, WI- Harnessing the power, performance, and run-time delivered by M18 FUEL technology, Milwaukee has developed the industry’s first cordless pipe threader. The M18 FUEL™ Pipe Threader w/ ONE-KEY™ revolutionizes the pipe threading process by delivering unprecedented control for the user. With AUTOSTOP™ technology, which senses severe kickback and automatically shuts the tool off, a dedicated support arm to hold the tool stationary during threading, and an integrated die head lock that enables side-grip thread starts, this new tool provides a threading experience that’s unmatched by corded, and eliminates the need for cheater bars, ropes, or pipe wrench supports.

Milwaukee Tool Adds New Bits to Shockwave Line with Lifetime Tip Warranty

Milwaukee now offers lifetime warranty on shockwave tips. 

MILWAUKEE, WI – Milwaukee Tool continues to re-define extreme driver bit performance and wear resistance with the introduction of SHOCKWAVE™ MATRIX CARBIDE, a new line of premium driver bits backed by a Lifetime Tip Warranty.

“When Milwaukee introduced SHOCKWAVE™ in 2009, the innovative shock absorbing shank, Shockzone™, was the first of its kind and led to a revolution in industry-wide design. Since then, Milwaukee has continued to develop, innovate and fine tune the SHOCKWAVE™ line to ensure the very best fit, performance and wear resistance available on the market,” says Allie Jensen, Product Manager for Milwaukee Tool. “Driving up to 2800 more screws than other premium driver bits in testing, SHOCKWAVE™ MATRIX CARBIDE is the new industry benchmark.”

Don’t have an endless supply of money to drop on a tool organization system? If not, check out our review of the Husky 14 in. Rolling Tool Tote with Bonus 12 in. Bag. (14Combo12)

There are a lot of different options on the market for tool organizers and cases, the problem is, they usually cost a lot of money. That is where the Husky 14” rolling tote shines. Not only is it a very well built tool transporting tote, but it’s also set at a great price.  

RIDGID 18-Volt OCTANE Cordless Brushless 1 in. SDS-Plus Rotary Hammer REVIEW (R86711B)

The RIDGID OCTANE ROTARY HAMMER  R86711B does a fantastic job when used with a chisel. 

RIDGID has been pumping out some amazing tools for their new OCTANE line for the past few months, but the new RIDGID 18V OCTANE Rotary Hammer is really something that they should be proud of.