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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

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September 19, 2018
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Hand Tools
Miller introduces new XMT 350 FieldPro system with Polarity Reversing
September 17, 2018
Hand Tools
Dewalt Announces New Cordless Woodworking Tools
September 10, 2018
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Wood-Mizer Introduces FS150 Log Splitter
August 29, 2018
Hand Tools
Volvo CE’s welding intern shows outstanding performance at SkillsUSA Championship 2018
August 28, 2018
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Hydra-Flex appears on the Inc. 5000 list for the fifth time

Inc. magazine recently revealed that Hydra-Flex Inc., a manufacturer of innovative fluid handling equipment, is No. 2972 on its annual Inc. ...

August 21, 2018
Hand Tools
Spider slope mower races around the banks of Daytona International Speedway

Daytona International Speedway, the home of the Daytona 500, the most prestigious race in NASCAR, is using a Spider ILD02 remote-controlled ...

August 16, 2018
Hand Tools
Dig these New Dewalt Metal Tool Storage Chests and Cabinets

New Metal Storage units are made in the USA with global materials Dewalt recently announced the expansion of its Metal Tool Storage line, in...

August 14, 2018
Hand Tools
Milwaukee Announces STUD Tape Measures

Milwaukee Tool delivers ground-breaking innovation to tape measures with the introduction of STUD Tape Measures. Through new-to-world EXO360...

August 7, 2018
Hand Tools
Selling Power Ranks Hilti No. 20 on 50 Best Companies to Sell For

Company recognized for 13th consecutive year by Selling Power’s Annual Rankings The corporate research team at Selling Power has again...

August 7, 2018
Hand Tools
Millhog Air Powered Saw Ideal for Cutting Concrete Lined Pipe

An easy to operate pneumatic saw and mounting trolley system that makes cutting concrete lined pipe faster and produces a highly accurate fi...

July 30, 2018
Hand Tools
Walter Surface Technologies Reveals New & Improved MIG and TIG Weld Cleaning System SURFOX 305

Walter Surface Technologies, the global industry leader in surface treatment technologies, recently introduced the SURFOX 305, a patented el...

July 30, 2018
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