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Hand Tools

Drills, Grinders, Augers and Seasonal Workhorses for Every Jobsite

Our Hand Tools hub brings together the tools crews reach for first — from corded and cordless drills, drivers, routers and angle grinders to impact wrenches, cut-off tools and demolition essentials. We also include “walk-behind hand tools” that pack job-saving muscle in a compact footprint, such as snow throwers, push sweepers and handheld earth augers. Coverage centers on practical selection, safe operation and real-world productivity. We break down when to choose high-speed, lightweight tools for repetitive tasks vs. high-torque solutions for stubborn fasteners and dense materials. For drilling ground, we explain the differences between mechanical and hydraulic earth drills, how to size augers by diameter and depth and why points, blades and extensions matter in rocky, frozen or loamy soils. Seasonal guides cover snow removal basics, from pre-storm prep and fueling to auger-chute safety and visibility on slopes.

As battery systems advance, we track runtime, charging, vibration, dust control and smart electronics that improve safety and reduce fatigue. Readers will find checklists for matching tool specs to applications, verifying accessories (bits, wheels, guards, chucks, hose reels) and understanding the impact of cord length, PSI/CFM and duty cycles on output. Whether you’re hanging doors, trenching for irrigation, clearing a driveway after a blizzard or boring in a backyard, our Hand Tools section delivers the how-to, maintenance tips and buying/renting advice to work faster, safer and cleaner — with the right tool for the task. Some examples of the types of hand tools we cover include:

Dewalt Impact Drivers and Wrenches | Little Beaver Hydraulic Earth Drills | Milwaukee Concrete Vibrators

Ridgid Introduces Press-In Branch Connector Tool Kit
CE Staff
January 15, 2019
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Hand Tools
DEWALT Debuts TOOL CONNECT 20V MAX* XR ½-in. Mid-Range Impact Wrench
January 15, 2019
Hand Tools
GSSI Will Showcases Its Latest GPR Technology at World of Concrete
January 11, 2019
Hand Tools
Cementex Announces Color Change in Hundred Series Arc Rated Face Shields
January 10, 2019
Hand Tools
Milwaukee Announces New Extreme Band Saw Blades and Covers
January 9, 2019
Hand Tools
Miller Offers New Supplied Air Respirator

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, a leading worldwide manufacturer of Miller brand arc welding equipment, has announced two new offerings in the res...

January 8, 2019
Hand Tools
Milwaukee Advances Layout Solutions with Extra Bold Large Capacity Chalk Reels

Milwaukee Tool continues to make the layout process more productive with the addition of 100 ft and 150 ft Extra Bold Large Capacity Chalk R...

January 8, 2019
Hand Tools
Arcair Completes Major Upgrade to its SLICE Exothermic Cutting System

Arcair, an ESAB brand, has completed a major upgrade to its SLICE exothermic cutting system. Improvements include a more ergonomic torch gri...

January 4, 2019
Hand Tools
Lincoln Electric’s New Statiflex 800 Wall-Mounted Welding Fume Extractor Offers Automatic Filter Cleaning and Lower Operating Costs

Dual-arm capacity with optional extended reach up to 27 feet Lincoln Electric’s new Statiflex 800 is a wall-mounted weld fume extracti...

December 21, 2018
Hand Tools
Need Some Last Minute Gift Ideas? Bosch Has You Covered!

We’re officially less than a week away from Christmas, but don’t worry if your shopping isn’t done… Bosch has you c...

December 19, 2018
Hand Tools
Check out these stocking stuffers from Bosch

Are you still shopping for the holidays? Need some ideas? Check out these great stocking stuffers from Bosch! Bosch 6 pc. Daredevil Standard...

December 17, 2018
Hand Tools
Miller Introduces the EnPak A30GBW Power System for Work Trucks

All-in-one solution helps keep idle off work trucks to reduce maintenance, downtime and operating expenses Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, a leadi...

December 14, 2018
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