Cutting Tools Carbide Drill Bits for Concrete Eddie Burlem, November 3, 2022February 6, 2024 When working with concrete, there are several specific challenges that you need to consider. For example, moisture makes it important to use a lubricant while drilling and to avoid over-tightening the drill. This means that your typical drill bits may be outside the task. If you’re planning on drilling concrete… Continue Reading
Cutting Tools Picking the Correct Countersink for Your Next Job Jmiller, August 15, 2019January 30, 2024 What are Countersinks Used for? A countersink is a cutting tool that cuts a conical hole into a base material and can be used for a number of different applications. The main use of countersinks is to cut a hole to allow the head of a countersunk screw or bolt,… Continue Reading
Cutting Tools Find the Correct Cutting Wheel for Your Next Job Eddie Burlem, June 21, 2019February 16, 2024 United Abrasives Cutting Wheels Make Tough Jobs Easy The versatility of United Abrasives cutting wheels has made the jobs of welders, fabricators and maintenance technicians easier. Cutting wheels provide them with a quick and simple way to cut pieces of metal without the need for dragging around bulky equipment. But… Continue Reading
Cutting Tools Champion Impact Ready Industrial Cutting Tools Jmiller, March 27, 2019January 30, 2024 Are You Ready for Impact With power tools changing, your cutting tools need to change with them. Luckily Champion Cutting Tools hex shank tools are ready for impact. Innovation doesn’t have to be ground breaking, it just has to be problem solving. Continue Reading
Cutting Tools Learn What Makes Wood’s Powr-Grip Vacuum Cups the Go-To Tool Eddie Burlem, February 22, 2019February 19, 2024 A Staple in the Glass Industry for Over 50 Years Wood’s Powr-Grip Vacuum Cups were designed specifically for glass handling and have been the go-to tool of the glass industry and glaziers around the world. These pump style vacuum cups, allow the user to “put a handle” where they need it,… Continue Reading
Cutting Tools What is a Jobber Drill? Eddie Burlem, February 8, 2019February 5, 2024 What Does the Term “Jobber” Mean? The general definition of the term “jobber” is “a person or company that buys from manufacturers and sells to retailers”, most commonly used in the 1850-1950 period. At that time, manufacturers were mostly producing general purpose “for the trade” drill bits, not using specialized machining… Continue Reading
Cutting Tools NEW Champion Hex Shank Drills are Ready to Make an Impact Jmiller, January 24, 2019January 30, 2024 Tanner is happy to announce Champion’s latest addition to their hex shank tool lineup – HEX28 Hex Shank Twist Drills. Engineered with the professional in mind for use in impact drivers & cordless drills. In addition to the launch of the HEX28 Hex Shank Twist Drills, Champion has also released… Continue Reading
Cutting Tools Don’t Call Me a Drill Bit – I am the Brute Drill. Eddie Burlem, October 12, 2018February 21, 2024 Brute Platinum Drills – Heavy Duty Cutting Tools Champion Cutting Tool Corp. developed the Brute Platinum product line to outperform costly cobalt drill bits. Brute Platinum drills are designed to penetrate faster and have more flexibility, leading to less breakage and a longer tool life. The Brute Platinum product line is the leader… Continue Reading
Cutting Tools United Abrasives Flap Discs, the Professional’s Choice Eddie Burlem, August 29, 2018February 16, 2024 Selecting the Correct Flap Disc Makes All the Difference Flap Discs are one of the most versatile abrasives on the market today. With the ability to grind, blend and finish all in 1 step, flap discs can greatly increase work productivity and reduce overall cost. To get the most out… Continue Reading
Cutting Tools Understanding & Choosing the Right Flap Disc Eddie Burlem, August 23, 2018February 16, 2024 What is a Flap Disc? Flap Discs are designed to increase work productivity and reduce overall cost by grinding, blending and finishing in 1 step. Flap Discs are constructed by layering coated abrasive flaps so when a flap wears away, a new flap will be expose with fresh, sharp abrasive… Continue Reading