Contractor articles from September 2005

Contractor archives from September 2005

Groups discuss single national plumbing code.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
September 1, 2005... OFFICIALS FROM THE International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials and the International Code Council have begun talks about settling on a single model plumbing and mechanical code for the entire country. The process began...

Johnson Controls to buy York.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
September 1, 2005... SPECIAL TO CONTRACTOR MILWAUKEE -- Johnson Controls and York International Corp. announced in late August that Johnson Controls will buy York. York, with estimated sales of nearly $5 billion, will become part of the nearly $6 billion...

Good connections create blizzard of hydronic work.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
September 1, 2005... DENVER -- Hydronic heating contractor Bill Bond has figured out one formula for success--do really good work and get hooked up with your wholesaler. Bond was tight with Ferguson Enterprises when he worked in Aspen, Colo., and he's well...

NFPA to publish home sprinkler rules.(National Fire Protection Association)
September 1, 2005... SPECIAL TO CONTRACTOR QUINCY, MASS. -- The National Fire Protection Association has finalized and will publish rules mandating fire sprinklers in new one- and two-family dwellings. The NFPA Standards Council in mid-August issued two of the...

California partially approves PHCC apprentice program.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
September 1, 2005... SACRAMENTO, CALIF. -- The California Apprenticeship Council has approved the PHCC's Plumbing Apprentice Program for use in the 46 northern counties of California. The apprenticeship program is officially named the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling...

Physics of plumbing targets teachers.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
September 1, 2005... OAK BROOK, ILL. -- An effort begun last year to lure young people to the plumbing industry through their physics classes has continued to make progress. The "Physics of Plumbing" science curriculum now needs funding to be produced. The...

Pipe donations help out at H.O.M.E.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
September 1, 2005... ORLAND, MAINE -- Every night, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, more than a half-million men, women and children across the United States search for shelter because they have no place to call home. There are...

Contractors losing dollars through phone lines: trainer.
September 1, 2005... ST. LOUIS -- Consultant Nancy Friedman, the self-appointed "Telephone Doctor," told members of Quality Service Contractors July 30 here that plumbers could be losing hundreds of thousands of dollars because of the way they handle phone calls....

Contractor infocus.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
September 1, 2005... CONTRACTOR INFOCUS How CONTRACTOR readers learn about new faucets Trade magazines 71.5% Vendor's literature 44.4% Manufacturer's sales reps 39.5% Trade shows 36.4% Internet ...

GAMA names president; Gaddis goes to NEMA.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
September 1, 2005... SPECIAL TO CONTRACTOR ARLINGTON, VA. -- GAMA Chairman Thomas F. Huntington announced in mid-August that Jack W. Klimp, a senior executive of the Phoenix House Foundation, has been appointed the new president of GAMA. The Gas Appliance...

Contractor infocus.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
September 1, 2005... How CONTRACTOR readers learn about new faucets Trade magazines 71.5% Vendor's literature 44.4% Manufacturer's sales reps 39.5% Trade shows 36.4% Internet 30.4% Word of mouth...

Ferguson Enterprises will make a $10,000 matching contribution to support the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Educational Foundation's "Invest In Your Future" Annual Giving Campaign.
September 1, 2005... Ferguson Enterprises will make a $10,000 matching contribution to support the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Educational Foundation's "Invest In Your Future" Annual Giving Campaign. New contributions made to the 2005 fund-raiser will be...

The 2005 United Association/ Mechanical Contractors Association of America Labor Relations Conference will take place Oct. 20-22 at the Westin Diplomat Resort in Hollywood, Fla.
September 1, 2005... The 2005 United Association/ Mechanical Contractors Association of America Labor Relations Conference will take place Oct. 20-22 at the Westin Diplomat Resort in Hollywood, Fla. The program examines the challenges facing the mechanical...

Effective Sept. 1, Chicago Faucets' facility in Des Plaines, Ill., ceased manufacturing operations.
September 1, 2005... Effective Sept. 1, Chicago Faucets' facility in Des Plaines, Ill., ceased manufacturing operations. Some operations will be moved to company facilities in Milwaukee and Michigan City, Ind.; others will be outsourced to third parties. The...

The American and Canadian national standards for gas equipment in commercial kitchens have been updated.(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... The American and Canadian national standards for gas equipment in commercial kitchens have been updated. The new versions of the product standard and installation codes will enhance safety and sanitation by requiring that "commercial-grade"...

AHR Expo 2006.
September 1, 2005... AHR Expo 2006, Jan. 23-25 in Chicago, will include a focus on Green Buildings featuring "green" exhibitors and conference sessions by the U.S Green Building Council.

Elkay has successfully implemented its first vendor managed inventory program for water cooler and fountain products, which the company says will further optimize supply chain performance.
September 1, 2005... Elkay has successfully implemented its first vendor managed inventory program for water cooler and fountain products, which the company says will further optimize supply chain performance. The pilot program was initiated with Central Supply of...

Industry confers on aid for Katrina victims.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
September 1, 2005... SPECIAL TO CONTRACTOR PLUMBING INDUSTRY associations have banded together to see what the industry can do to help victims of Hurricane Katrina. The charitable effort was spearheaded by G.P. "Russ" Chaney, executive director, International...

Re-recruit your best employees to retain them.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
September 1, 2005... BUFFALO, N.Y. -- One of the three keys to leadership is not motivating employees, contractor Kenny Chapman told prospective Nexstar members in June 24-25 at the group's Money Masters seminar here. "You absolutely cannot motivate another...

Green Building Council starts LEED for Homes.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
September 1, 2005... WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Green Building Council has chosen the GreenSpec product directory, published by BuildingGreen Inc., as part of the USGBC's effort to make its new rating system, LEED for Homes, more friendly and accessible to builders and...

Interline Brands' program offers AAdvantage miles.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
September 1, 2005... JACKSONVILLE, FLA. -- Interline Brands has launched a customer loyalty program that enables its customers to earn American Airlines AAdvantage miles when they purchase products from the company's Barnett, Hardware Express and Leran brands. ...

High-rises need redundant sprinklers: NIST.(National Institute of Standards and Technology)
September 1, 2005... WASHINGTON -- High-rise buildings that may be difficult to evacuate in the event of a fire, earthquake or terrorist attack should have redundant fire protection systems, the National Institute of Standards and Technology states in its World...

Boilermaker draws 10,000.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
September 1, 2005... UTICA, N.Y. -- Credited as being the largest 15K road race in the nation, more than 10,000 runners from all over the world participated July 10 in the 28th annual Boilermaker Road Race here. ECR International is a presenting sponsor of the...

$4 billion in new industrial plants.(INDUSTRIAL NEWS)
September 1, 2005... HOUSTON -- For the balance of 2005, from Aug. 1 until Dec. 31, the industrial manufacturing industry has 83 active grassroot plant construction projects worth more than $4 billion anticipated to begin construction, according to research...

Plumbing industry deserves respect.(LETTERS)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2005... SCHAUMBURG, ILL. -- I enjoyed Bob Miodonski's editorial as always ("'Talk to Your Plumber' book speaks volumes," August, pg. 90). The "image" issue is one that bothers me quite bit too. I feel that poor image/perceptions often lead to our...

Image needs more than 'Talk'.(LETTERS)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2005... EAST LANSING, MICH. -- I read Bob Miodonski's editorial "'Talk to Your Plumber' book speaks volumes" (August, pg. 90) and have been trying to locate this book. But I have been unable to get any information through a Web search and would like...

A new wrinkle in winterizing.(LETTERS)(Letter to the Editor)
September 1, 2005... HAWLEY, PA -- I just saw that my question made it into Dave Yates' column ("Winterizing plumbing in vacation homes," August, pg. 44). I feel like a celebrity! Things are still picking up and I will probably start getting those winterizing...

Understand your financial statements.(INDUSTRY EDUCATION)
September 1, 2005... HOW MANY TIMES have you--or one of your competitors--uttered the following phrase? "I wish my business was more profitable, I want my business to be more profitable." If I had a dollar for every time I have heard this phrase in the...

'Business Fitness Forum' set.(INDUSTRY EDUCATION)(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... FALLS CHURCH, VA. -- The Construction Contractors' Alliance will talk about how to get their businesses in shape at a "Business Fitness Forum" Oct. 12-14 at The Ritz-Carlton Buckhead in Atlanta. Lean construction expert Dennis Sowards will...

Making a case for joints underslab.(FORUM)
September 1, 2005... BEGINNING IN THE 1990s, construction of basements in new homes continued to decrease nationally from a peak of 42% of new houses in 1991. By the late 1990s, the number had dwindled to 37%. Much of the decline has been attributed to the growing...

Green, then Silver: Sinai High School will be the first Silver LEED-certified building in Detroit.(GREEN BUILDING)
September 1, 2005... This month, students in the Detroit area began attending the first day of classes at Sinai Renaissance High School. The unique, three-story high school building will be part of a $100 million campus accommodating 2,S00 students from...

Contemporary comfort: police in Columbus, Ohio, turn tough job over to mechanical firms.(MECHANICAL SYSTEMS)
September 1, 2005... Police work, like military duty, is filled with uncertainty. Though they can take few things for granted, members of the police force and officers in training in Columbus, Ohio, can rely on comfort systems installed in one of the country's most...

Real-time energy load calculations, Part 4.(EATHERTON ON HYDRONICS)
September 1, 2005... We've been talking for the last three months about how to properly size a heat source when replacing oversized cast-iron boilers that once used solid fuel. They come with an existing cast-iron radiation distribution system. At then end of...

Not just a 1-pipe dream.(HYDRONIC SYSTEMS)(Column)
September 1, 2005... I LOVE CHALLENGES. I love old systems. This call had both. My customer informed me that a school building was about to undergo a big renovation. The son of the owner of the local major league baseball team had donated lots of money to get this...

Data-saving solutions to track, back up field.(FELDMANS ON COMPUTERS)
September 1, 2005... FOR FIELD PERSONNEL, here are a couple new cell-phone accessible software solutions from ECONZ Wireless, a developer of wireless solutions for small- to medium-sized field service contractors and other small business workforces that regularly...

Shared risk/reward can be countered.(McGREEVY ON LAW)
September 1, 2005... I READ WITH INTEREST H. Kent Craig's column in July's issue of CONTRACTOR ("Shared risk/reward project management hooey," pg. 44) on the subject of cost and risk-sharing by owners with contractors--specifically, the desire of owners to pass on...

Your conservative portfolio is at risk.(BLACKMAN ON TAXES)
September 1, 2005... IT'S AMAZING HOW often the voice at the other end of the phone says something like, "Irv, I'm very conservative." Then they prove it. How? By telling me they have parked all or a large amount of their extra cash in what they consider...

Project management by defenestration.(CRAIG ON PROJECT MANAGEMENT)
September 1, 2005... DEFENESTRATION, according to Dictionary.com, is defined as an act of throwing someone or something out of a window." Project management by defenestration isn't quite as simple as throwing the general contractor who has been making your life a...

Webinar set on surety market.(CRAIG ON PROJECT MANAGEMENT)
September 1, 2005... BETHESDA, MD. -- Construction companies need every edge in securing surety bonding, noted a financial consulting firm that is hosting a Web seminar on the topic. With many changes affecting the surety industry, it is critical to understand the...

More customers are not your goal.(HUDSON ON MARKETING)(Column)
September 1, 2005... EVERY CONTRACTING company wants more customers, right? Well, yes and no. To keep your business strong, it's certainly important to use marketing to generate leads and discover new prospects. But if that's all you're doing, you're overlooking a...

Adapting in the face of change.(BEST PRACTICES)
September 1, 2005... PEOPLE, PRODUCT and process mean nothing if your business is not adaptable in the face of change. In the past 14 years since I began in this industry, I have seen significant transformations, most recently market conditions that are changing at...

New AutoCAD CD.(BEST PRACTICES)
September 1, 2005... CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Charlotte Pipe and Foundry has released Version 3.0 of its AutoCAD CD. Developed to provide a complete set of two- and three-dimensional AutoCAD drawings for all Charlotte Pipe products, the release includes data on Charlotte...

A day in the life of a plumbing apprentice.(APPRENTICE TRAINING)
September 1, 2005... (Second in a series) THE LIFE OF a plumbing apprentice is split between on-the-job training and classroom work during the four-year program. Brian Whitehead, 18, entering his second year this month, is in school two evenings a week from...

Lochinvar seeks 'VIP' contractors for boiler.(INDUSTRY NEWS)
September 1, 2005... LEBANON, TENN. -- Lochinvar Corp. is seeking premier contractors to promote the Knight Heating Boiler. By joining the VIP program, contractors receive sales support and incentives, plus the chance to compete for "The Nashville Experience." ...

USGBC adds trade associations.(United States Green Building Council )(Brief Article)
September 1, 2005... WASHINGTON -- The U.S. Green Building Council in mid-August filed an application with the American National Standards Institute to become an ANSI-accredited national standards developer for standards related to green building practices. In...

PHCC Government Relations efforts help members.(Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors Association )(Company Profile)
September 1, 2005... WHAT KEEPS YOU awake at night? PHCC's Government Relations Department concentrates on tackling the answers to this important question for member contractors. As the only association representing both merit and signatory "shops," 'plumbing...

The copperkey pipe-prep tool.(editor's choice)
September 1, 2005... THE COPPERKEY PIPE-PREP TOOL features a ratchet-action design that requires only a few inches of clearance to prepare copper tubing and couplings, inside or out. The tough tungsten carbide staples shine tubing in seconds, while an offset staple...

The Spirovent Junior line of brass air eliminators.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE SPIROVENT JUNIOR LINE OF BRASS AIR ELIMINATORS now features a 2" model ideal for residential and light commercial installations as well as conversions from steam or gravity to forced-water applications. The line also now includes the Junior...

The custom shower system.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE CUSTOM SHOWER SYSTEM allows a homeowner to mix and match components to create a shower tailored to the space available and to their personal preferences. Components include showerheads, hand-held sprays and body sprays. The system includes...

The Venuto kitchen collection.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE VENUTO KITCHEN COLLECTION features kitchen and bar/prep faucets with a modern, urban design. The high-arc, dual function pull-down faucet has clean lines and geometric proportions to complement high-end installations. Several finish options...

The WPG 25 portable multipurpose pump.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE WPG 25 PORTABLE MULTIPURPOSE PUMP is designed for both emergency and general residential use. The gas-powered pump incorporates a 4-cycle Honda engine and heavy-duty cast aluminum housing, allowing it to pump up to 40 GPM to drain flooded...

Dura-PEX crosslinked polyethylene piping.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... DURA-PEX CROSSLINKED POLYETHYLENE PIPING provides a number of advantages for "green" building contractors. Its production requires an energy outlay of only about 4,000 Btu per ft. APEX manifold system can be installed to reduce wastewater while...

The NEF gen-drive engine package.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE NEF GEN-DRIVE ENGINE PACKAGE includes a base engine, cooling system and an air filter optimized for power generation applications. The engines feature electronic, common rail fuel injection for improved performance, lower fuel consumption,...

A new stainless steel sink collection.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... A NEW STAINLESS STEEL SINK COLLECTION features 18/19 gauge stainless steel construction with high chromium (18%) and nickel (10%) content. The eye-catching styles are fashioned in light- and medium-brushed finishes and are well suited to...

This hydrant guard hose bib lock.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THIS HYDRANT GUARD HOSE BIB LOCK is designed to prevent the theft of water from exposed hydrants and wall faucets. Locks are available for either the hose bib or stem. Keys may be used on multiple units, so maintenance or grounds-keeping...

The allure LK6520 kitchen faucet.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE ALLURE LK6520 KITCHEN FAUCET features a single-control handle to control water temperature and volume. It is deck-mounted and provides an 8" height (deck to aerator) and a 7 3/4" reach. The faucet is available in chrome, brushed nickel,...

A complete line of EP greases.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... A COMPLETE LINE OF EP GREASES is now available for everything from food grade applications to high temperature kilns. They are specifically formulated to extend the service life and maintenance intervals of the most demanding applications. ...

The PAC 3000 and PAC 5000 single gas detectors.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE PAC 3000 AND PAC 5000 SINGLE GAS DETECTORS monitor ambient air and alert the user to dangerous concentrations of CO, [H.sub.2]S, or low [O.sub.2]. Once activated, the lightweight, rugged monitors are able to operate for two years,...

The dynasty 200 AC/DC Tig/stick inverter.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE DYNASTY 200 AC/DC TIG/STICK INVERTER weighs just 47 lb. It has a welding range from 5 to 200 amps AC, and 1 to 200 amps DC, with a very stable are throughout its entire range. It comes with the Auto-Line feature that allows it to plug into...

The bed rat sliding platform.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE BED RAT SLIDING PLATFORM is a durable storage unit for the bed of pickup trucks. It provides easy access to tools and materials, without the user having to climb into the truck bed. It consists of a set of sliding rails that extend 70% and...

The FTE series steam traps.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE FTE SERIES STEAM TRAPS are offered in high capacity, float and thermostatic models, in sizes from 1/2" to 2" for pressures from 5 psi to 464 psi and temperatures to 850[degrees]F. They are available with cast iron, ductile iron or cast...

The Munchpack starter module.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE MUNCHPACK STARTER MODULE provides a complete heating system when paired with the Munchkin or Peerless Pinnacle condensing boiler. The starter module comes complete with boiler stand, expansion tank, primary loop and secondary starter...

The J3X free float steam trap.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE J3X FREE FLOAT STEAM TRAP is now available in a stainless steel version. The durable trap is ideal for applications in the food industry, plants with corrosive environments, and refineries/petrochemical plants where steel materials are...

The simply stainless collection.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE SIMPLY STAINLESS COLLECTION combines sophistication with durability. The double-walled basin pictured is available with a polished or brushed finish, in drop-in or undermount with overflow. It measures a generous 15.5" X 6". Decolav...

The copper mountain line of sinks.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE COPPER MOUNTAIN LINE OF SINKS are fabricated from heavy gauge solid copper to add distinctive style to a bathroom or powder room. They can also be installed as a drop-in sink in the countertop. The line includes pedestals as well as sinks,...

The BSZ 14.4 cordless drill/driver.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE BSZ 14.4 CORDLESS DRILL/DRIVER is equipped with 20 torque settings, plus a drill setting with forward and reverse modes. It has a two-speed gearbox, a keyless 1/2" chuck, and an ergonomic, rubber-coated T-handle. The 14.4 v. motor offers up...

The A127 LF series pressure reducing valves.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE A127 LF SERIES PRESSURE REDUCING VALVES maintain a constant lower downstream pressure regardless of fluctuations in supply and demand, including low flow. The pilot valve on each model operates free of pressure fall off. The design of the...

The 8100/8111 circulator-flange ball valve.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE 8100/8111 CIRCULATOR-FLANGE BALL VALVE is designed for use in hydronic heating systems. The two-piece, brass-body, full-port valve features free-floating flanges for easy alignment with the circulator pump flanges to simplify installation....

The Palladio washbasin.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE PALLADIO WASHBASIN allows faucets to be mounted in three ways: on the fixture, on the counter, or from the wall. Made of solid surface composite, the color runs all through the material and cannot wear away. It is also heat, stain and...

The Savannah vanity.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE SAVANNAH VANITY is designed for use with a drop-in lavatory. The hutch has a 3" chase to enable the plumbing to run in front of the wall and connect to an existing water supply behind the vanity. The center drawer holds toiletries or...

The A-series plasma cutting system.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE A-SERIES PLASMA CUTTING SYSTEM includes three new units for cutting a wide variety of metals, from light gauge sheet to 3/4" plate. The series incorporates efficient, lightweight inverter technology for excellent cut performance. They come...

The knight boiler smart system control.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE KNIGHT BOILER SMART SYSTEM CONTROL uses a two-line, 16-character backlit LCD display allowing communication with an installer or technician in words rather than alphanumeric codes. Advanced self-diagnostics are easy to read and interpret,...

The CXLDP low pressure transducer.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE CXLDP LOW PRESSURE TRANSDUCER provides stable, reliable static or differential pressure measurement in comfort control systems. Features include high over-pressure capability and an LED status light. Ashcroft CIRCLE 127 ON INQUIRY...

The D28700 14" chop saw.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE D28700 14" CHOP SAW is equipped with a 15 amp, 4.0 hp motor. It can cut 4 1/2" round pipe, and 4 1/2" x 5 1/8" rectangular pipe. It is designed with a stamped steel base and stamped steel pivot for added durability. The saw weighs only 35...

The uppercut dual-flush flushometer.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE UPPERCUT DUAL-FLUSH FLUSHOMETER conserves water in commercial applications. Tilt the handle up for liquid waste, which saves half a gallon per flush, or tilt the handle down for a standard 1.6 gallon flush. The handle features an...

The viper grip switch pliers.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE VIPER GRIP SWITCH PLIERS are cam-assisted to increase the users gripping power six times. The jaws automatically self-adjust and lock onto different material sizes and shapes, boosting the pliers' performance across a wide range of...

The newbern vitreous china vanity top.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE NEWBERN VITREOUS CHINA VANITY TOP in an integral sink/vanity top designed to fit standard 30" vanities. It is pre-drilled for 4" centerset or minispread faucets. The sink/top is seamless, and includes an oval bowl and 1" backsplash. It is...

The labor saver fixture support.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE LABOR SAVER FIXTURE SUPPORT is designed to speed up the installation process by using a one-piece rigid frame of pre-assembled, steel construction. The support allows for installation in narrow wall, metal stud configurations. The...

This integral sink overflow device.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THIS INTEGRAL SINK OVERFLOW DEVICE is designed for use with virtually any type of laboratory grade sink. Intended to be permanently affixed, the polypropylene overflow eliminates the need for a standpipe. It also helps guard against vandalism...

The rionfuse clamp free joining system.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE RIONFUSE CLAMP FREE JOINING SYSTEM creates an acid waste coupling quickly and easily. The system creates a pressure rated joint by means of electrofusion. Sizes are available from 1 1/2" through 12". The system uses the same fittings as the...

The all-in-one screw driver.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE ALL-IN-ONE SCREW DRIVER is designed with plumbing professionals in mind. It features a thicker, heat-treated shaft that resists strippage. Special flanges under the handle anchor the shaft and provide twist resistance, while a comfortable,...

The BA-100/150 NSF bronze ball valve.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE BA-100/150 NSF BRONZE BALL VALVE is available with threaded end (the 100) or solder end (the 150). Both are offered in sizes ranging from 1/4" to 2". Standard features include glass-reinforced PTFE seats for high-temperature applications...

The tuff-tote hip holster tool pouches.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THESE DRILL BIT SHARPENERS can sharpen high speed steel, black oxide, carbide, tin-coated and masonry bits, and are available with an optional, user-replaceable diamond sharpening wheel. The latest model, the 750X, allows the user to create a...

The tuff-tote hip holster tool pouches.(PRODUCTS)
September 1, 2005... THE TUFF-TOTE HIP HOLSTER TOOL POUCHES have enough pockets to keep a contractor's most frequently used tools at the ready. The pouches are hand-crafted from top grain leather and feature large capacity pockets reinforced with tubular rivets for...