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Milwaukee® Introduces a Maintenance-Free 130w LED Temporary Site Light MILWAUKEE, WI – The leading jobsite lighting provider in the industry, Milwaukee Tool, continues to expand their Lighting Solutions with the introduction of the RADIUS™ LED 130W Temporary Site Light. The AC-powered lighting solution is specifically designed to significantly reduce the labor time associated with temporary Read more

Milwaukee® Introduces a Maintenance-Free 130w LED Temporary Site Light

MILWAUKEE, WI – The leading jobsite lighting provider in the industry, Milwaukee Tool, continues to expand their Lighting Solutions with the introduction of the RADIUS™ LED 130W Temporary Site Light. The AC-powered lighting solution is specifically designed to significantly reduce the labor time associated with temporary lighting installation, maintenance costs, and overall energy consumption. The new light is easy to set up and can instantly light up the work space with 15,000 lumens of TRUEVIEW™ high definition light – reducing the number of temp lights needed throughout the job.

“The temporary jobsite lighting industry is plagued with commoditized products that lack durability, require many labor hours to maintain, and consume significant amounts of power,” said Jason Isaacs, Senior Product Manager for Milwaukee Tool. “Just last year we leveraged our leadership in lighting technology by developing a 70w LED AC-powered solution that exceeded the performance of 105w fluorescent with no maintenance and easy set-up. Now we’re taking our technology even further by delivering a 130w temporary light that more than doubles that output; and allows contractors to install less lights to meet OSHA® jobsite lighting standards.”

Capable of providing up to 15,000 lumens of light, the new RADIUS™ LED 130W Temporary Site Light features TRUEVIEW™ Technology. This advanced LED technology and optical design delivers a consistent beam, optimized color temperature, and true representation of colors and detail leading to a more productive work area.

The light comes with a 3ft, 120v power cord for out of the box use and features an integrated wiring terminal. This wiring terminal accepts voltages from 120 to 277V, which can be wired together in a series with MC or ROMEX cable through universal strain reliefs. Able to hang from virtually any overhead area with its convenient hanging cable, the new light has a quick-feed cable retention, so users can speed up the installation process and easily adjust the height of the cable during installation.

The durable high impact polycarbonate lens design can survive harsh jobsite conditions, including drops from as high as 9 ft. Like all of Milwaukee’s high output LED lights, the new light also features a limited lifetime LED warranty, and a 5-year warranty on the product.

Committed to its focus on the user and investment in game-changing technology, Milwaukee® will continue to design and develop lighting solutions with the ability to adapt, perform and survive the demands of professional use.

Specifications

RADIUS™ 130w LED Temporary Site Light (2156-AC)

  • Power Consumption: 130w
  • Input Voltage: 120 – 277V
  • Color Temp: 3900
  • Lumens: 15,000

Diablo unveils the first and only full-range line of carbide reciprocating saw blades that expands the applications for reciprocating saws not once before available. This full breadth of range consists of six application specific, radical carbide-reciprocating blades; each designed to solve real end-user problems in an extremely dynamic industry where power tools and materials are Read more

Diablo Application-Specific Carbide Reciprocating Saw Blades, tools, Diablo Saw BladesDiablo unveils the first and only full-range line of carbide reciprocating saw blades that expands the applications for reciprocating saws not once before available. This full breadth of range consists of six application specific, radical carbide-reciprocating blades; each designed to solve real end-user problems in an extremely dynamic industry where power tools and materials are constantly evolving.

Diablo’s carbide reciprocating blades are individually designed and engineered for specific cutting applications ranging from clean or nail-embedded wood, general purpose wood and metal to all thicknesses of metals such as rebar, stainless steel and cast iron. By providing greater durability, cutting performance and up to 50 times longer cutting life than standard bi-metal reciprocating blades, these revolutionary reciprocating blades make the Pro more productive on the jobsite. Pros and tradesmen including plumbers, electricians and contractors, are now able to reach areas not once easily accessible due to the limitations of their tools. No job is too big or too small; all that is needed to complete the cut is a corded or cordless reciprocating saw and a Diablo carbide reciprocating blade.

Diablo Application-Specific Carbide Reciprocating Saw Blades, tools, Diablo Saw Blades

 “Diablo’s passion is focusing on end-user problems and providing real world solutions that capitalize on our core competencies and vertical integration. Our goal in everything we do is to step-up, expand and create new markets in every category we serve,” said Russell Kohl, President and CEO of Freud America. “By creating our own carbide, we are able to utilize this core competency to provide the market with application specific cutting solutions that are not only high-performance but also offer extreme durability and maximum cutting life, ultimately providing cutting tools that are far-more superior and productive than standard bi-metal reciprocating blades. Our continuous investment in Carbide technology provides the professional contractor with leading innovation to deliver “more cut for their buck”; an incredible value story of one Diablo carbide reciprocating blade for every 50 standard bi-metal blades.”

This radical, new carbide reciprocating family features enhanced carbide tip-to-blade connection for extreme impact resistance in some of the toughest cutting situations. The one-inch oversized blade body creates straighter cuts with less vibration to protect the carbide teeth for superior cutting stability while Diablo’s proprietary Perma-SHIELD non-stick coating for less gumming and friction allowing the carbide reciprocating blades to cut extreme materials with ease.

Diablo offers this innovative, full range of carbide reciprocating saw blades in a variety of sizes, 6”, 9” and 12”, and multi-pack quantities ranging from single, three-packs to 10-packs, all available to meet the needs of the Pro.

Diablo carbide reciprocating blades are available wherever Diablo products are sold. For more information, visit: www.diablotools.com/recip.

Powerful battery delivers twice the power and runtime of standard 4.0 Ah batteries Upgrading your jobsite and doubling productivity just got easier with a battery that delivers on the promise of increased power. The Bosch GBA18V80 CORE18V Performance 18V Lithium-Ion 8.0 Ah Battery uses the latest high-power 21700 cells to deliver twice the power and Read more

Powerful battery delivers twice the power and runtime of standard 4.0 Ah batteries

Bosch GBA18V80 CORE18V Performance 18V Lithium-Ion 8.0 Ah Battery Upgrading your jobsite and doubling productivity just got easier with a battery that delivers on the promise of increased power. The Bosch GBA18V80 CORE18V Performance 18V Lithium-Ion 8.0 Ah Battery uses the latest high-power 21700 cells to deliver twice the power and runtime of standard batteries.

The 8.0 Ah CORE18V Performance Battery provides high-capacity power and outstanding power-to-weight ratio at a practical 2.14 Lbs. Thanks to cutting-edge engineering, this battery features advanced cell technology  that delivers great power with lower internal resistance. Instead of the 15 cells packed into much larger batteries, the CORE18V Performance Battery houses just 10 cells to deliver significantly more power in a lighter, more compact package.

The 21700 cell provides 11 percent more power and 27%  more runtime with the same number of cells as an 18V 6.3 Ah battery. This innovation enables the battery to efficiently transfer more power to the tool, which improves performance. It’s designed to deliver the power and battery efficiency required by high-capacity tools.

“We designed the 18V 8.0 Ah CORE18V Performance Battery for high-capacity power tools, such as reciprocating saws, circular saws and rotary hammers that require high power for the most demanding applications,” said Theron Sherrod, product manager, Bosch Power Tools. “The high-performance battery allows trade pros to use their most powerful tools on the jobsite for longer periods of time.”

The GBA18V80 battery also features design elements that keep the battery cool. Heat is the natural enemy of batteries; Bosch engineered the exclusive CoolPack 2.0 technology to manage the heat of the higher power-density cells. It provides better cooling than the previous-generation CoolPack system, extending battery lifetime by 35%. Improvements in the design transfer more heat to the Performance Battery’s outer surface where it’s forced away from the battery.

To learn more about the Bosch GBA18V80 CORE18V Performance Battery 18V Lithium-Ion 8.0 Ah Battery or to find a local dealer, visit www.boschtools.com or call 877-BOSCH-99.

Advanced sensors deliver better in-pipe images while reporting the pitch of the camera in-pipe Experience the first true data-enabled plumbing diagnostic cameras with the new line of RIDGID SeeSnake cameras powered by TruSense technology. TruSense establishes a two-way datalink path between the camera head and a connected RIDGID SeeSnake CSx series Wi-Fi enabled monitor. With Read more

Advanced sensors deliver better in-pipe images while reporting the pitch of the camera in-pipe

Experience the first true data-enabled plumbing diagnostic cameras with the new line of RIDGID SeeSnake cameras powered by TruSense technology. TruSense establishes a two-way datalink path between the camera head and a connected RIDGID SeeSnake CSx series Wi-Fi enabled monitor. With TruSense, advanced sensors on the camera head convey valuable information about the in- pipe environment.

RIDGID SeeSnake Cameras with TruSenseSeeSnake cameras with TruSense technology include a high dynamic range (HDR) image sensor that takes the next leap forward in diagnostic imaging. A common challenge faced by diagnostic professionals is being able to see far down the pipe as well as the image just in front of the camera’s lights. An HDR image sensor expands the camera’s dynamic range, allowing a greater ratio of bright and dark areas to be displayed in the same image at the same time without reducing visibility. This means fewer blown-out areas and sections of the pipe that are too dark to see, offering superior clarity and detail.

TiltSense is an on-camera inclinometer that is included on SeeSnake cameras with TruSense technology. The inclinometer measures the camera’s angle. When connected to a SeeSnake CSx series monitor, the camera can convey the camera’s degree of tilt on the monitor display—giving you a useful indicator of the pitch of the camera in-pipe.

RIDGID SeeSnake Cameras with TruSense Technology“RIDGID SeeSnake cameras are trusted for having the clearest in-pipe picture along with features that help our customers work smarter and faster,” said Tim Dunphy, RIDGID Marketing Director of Underground Technologies. “With TruSense technology, HDR sensors and TiltSense deliver the image quality and information contractors need to see.”

SeeSnake cameras with TruSense technology are available in self-leveling models, which keeps the image upright, and non self-leveling models. All RIDGID SeeSnake cameras come with the RIDGID Full Lifetime Warranty.

To purchase or learn more about SeeSnake cameras with TruSense contact your local distributor, visit RIDGID.com, or call toll-free: 1-800-769-7743.

Milwaukee Tool 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 Read more

Milwaukee New HIGH OUTPUT Batteries and M18 & M12 Super ChargerMilwaukee Tool 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.

Milwaukee New HIGH OUTPUT Batteries and M18 & M12 Super Charger“In 2005 Milwaukee® turned the power tool industry on its head when we invented the technology that enabled the use of lithium-ion in power tools. This was an achievement like the industry had never experienced before and, while many other companies have utilized this technology to deliver their own cordless systems, we’ve remained at the forefront of lithium-ion technology innovation. We’ve marked each year since with continued advancements in REDLITHIUM™ Battery Packs – most recently the launch of our most capable battery ever, the M18™ REDLITHIUM™ HIGH OUTPUT™ HD12.0 Battery in 2018. This year we mark the biggest update to M18™ since the introduction of REDLITHIUM™ as we elevate the entire M18™ System through HIGH OUTPUT™” — Babacar Diop, Product Manager for Milwaukee Tool. 

Milwaukee New HIGH OUTPUT Batteries and M18 & M12 Super ChargerM18™ REDLITHIUM™ HIGH OUTPUT™ batteries are engineered with the best combination of cell technology, pack construction, and electronics ever utilized before in a professional-grade battery system. This incredible stride forward in battery design delivers more power, runs cooler, and provides more run-time versus M18™ REDLITHIUM™ — ultimately allowing users to experience faster application speeds and fade-free power in all three segments of M18™ batteries (CP, XC, and HD) without having to invest in an entirely new system. M18™ HIGH OUTPUT™ batteries are also equipped with advanced charging capability, now realized with the new M18™ and M12™ Super Charger.

CP, XC, HD – A Battery for Every Need

Milwaukee’s extensive lineup of M18™ REDLITHIUM™ Batteries offer users valuable benefits. Given the breadth of line in the M18™ System, as well as users’ trades and preferences, it’s essential that they can pick a battery that’s best for them and their most common applications. Therefore, Milwaukee offers three segments of batteries, optimizing performance at every level:

  • CP (powerful, with less weight for reduced user fatigue and smaller size to better fit in tight spaces)
  • XC (more power and run-time versus CP, a great balance of performance and weight for a wide variety of tools and applications)
  • HD (the most power and run-time, ideal performance for high demand applications and stationary tools).

Tradesmen demand flexibility on the jobsite, so regardless of which battery they have at arms-reach, they can depend on battery packs in each of those segments (CP, XC, HD) to be fully compatible with their M18™ tools.

HIGH OUTPUT™ Raises the Bar

The new HIGH OUTPUT™ batteries have been upgraded in three key ways:

  • Cells
    • In comparison to the 18650 cells in REDLITHIUM™ batteries, the new 21700 cells provide a massive leap in performance. This advancement in lithium-ion unlocks new levels of power, run-time, thermal management.
  • Upgraded Electronics
    • To take full advantage of the high-power cells, Milwaukee advanced the power delivery system and communication in the pack electronics, ensuring full system compatibility, faster application speeds, and keeping our users productive with the M18™ System’s most advance charging components.
  • Pack Construction
    • This massive increase in power made it critical that Milwaukee minimize heat generation by optimizing the pack construction. These improvements help the pack run 50% cooler, so users can work harder and longer than ever before without the need to worry about overheating the pack.
Charge Up to 4X Faster

The advancements in power management not only dramatically improve how M18™ HIGH OUTPUT™ Batteries discharge, but how they are charged as well.  The M18™ HIGH OUTPUT™ CP, XC, and HD batteries are optimized for super charge, unlocking the ability to charge at faster charge rates when paired with the new M18™ & M12™ Super Charger.  This charger leverages Milwaukee’s REDLINK™ Intelligence to optimize the charge rate based on the battery type and temperature.  This provides up to a 4X faster charge than Milwaukee’s standard chargers, as well as the best combination of charge time and pack life. This all culminates in all HIGH OUTPUT™ batteries charging in 1 hour or less.  This one-hour charge is particularly game-changing for users of the REDLITHIUM™ HIGH OUTPUT™ HD12.0, raising their productivity to a whole new level.

Milwaukee New HIGH OUTPUT Batteries and M18 & M12 Super Charger

Milwaukee® M18™ HIGH OUTPUT™ Battery & Super Charger Lineup

M18™ REDLITHIUM™ HIGH OUTPUT™ Batteries

Chargers Optimized for HIGH OUTPUT™