Pavement Breaker is designed for minimal vibration.

Press Release Summary:



Electric concrete breaker, D25980K, employs metal, automotive-style seals on ram and piston to prevent dust and debris from entering unit and extend product life. Hammer mechanism delivers 61 lb-ft of impact energy, and SHOCKS - Active Vibration Control combines shock-mounted, rubber-coated handles with counter balance mechanism located in tool's barrel to reduce vibration to 6.6 m/sec². Additional features include soft-start system and electronic control system.



Original Press Release:



DEWALT Breaks Into New Market, Launches Pavement Breaker with High-Level of Durability, Performance and Low Vibration



-- New Breaker is First in Class to Offer Two Years of Free Service --

December 2006 - DeWALT®, a leading manufacturer of industrial power tools, today announced the launch of its first heavy-duty pavement breaker (D25980K). This new breaker is designed with innovative features and patented technology to provide end users with increased durability, performance, and low vibration. It is also the first breaker in its class to include a two-year free service warranty. Available in early 2007, the D25980K is ideal for plumbers, waterproofers, demolition crews, and public utilities workers to break up concrete and asphalt on the jobsite.

Durability

Through end user research, DeWALT confirmed that durability is the number one feature professional contractors consider when purchasing a concrete breaker. In order to meet the needs of the end user and to provide a high level of durability, DeWALT equipped the D25980K with metal, automotive-style seals on the ram and piston. These seals help to prevent dust and debris from entering the unit, ensuring a longer life. DeWALT has also engineered its barrel and tool-holder to be more robust than the leading competitor by putting more steel behind the bit.

Performance

To offer end users the highest-performing breaker, DeWALT designed the D25980K with a unique electronic control system, which provides the unit with a controlled start and constant speed under load. The soft-start system allows the breaker to begin breaking as soon as the tool comes into contact with concrete by preventing the unit from "walking." Additionally, the D25980K was engineered with the industry's largest hammer mechanism giving the unit 61 ft. lbs of impact energy, 42 percent higher* than its leading competitor. For a visual demonstration of the breaker's performance, please visit: www.dewalt.com/us/products/tool_detail.asp?productID=15695 and click on the virtual product tour button.

Serviceability

Concrete breakers are hard-hitting tools that endure a high level of jobsite wear and tear. DeWALT designed its breaker with easy-to-access brushes and screws that users can effortlessly service on the jobsite, saving time and money. In addition to quick and easy serviceability, the D25980K is the only electric concrete breaker on the market with a two-year service warranty.

Comfort and Feel

Engineered to give the user the most comfortable breaking experience possible, DeWALT built the D25980K with a patent-pending SHOCKS - Active Vibration Control system. The SHOCKS - Active Vibration Control combines shock mounted rubber coated handles with a counter balance mechanism located in the barrel of the tool. These features dramatically reduce the amount of vibration felt by the user, increasing comfort and providing users with 65 percent** less vibration than the leading competitor. The D25980K has a vibration measurement of just 6.6 meters per second sq.

Hammer Truck

The D25980K includes a hammer truck (D259803) so that users can easily transport the breaker. This multi-purpose cart is the only one in the industry that allows the user to transport the breaker without having to remove the bit from the unit. Another innovative feature of the hammer truck is an on-board power cord wrap with quick release. Additionally, a ramp on the back of the unit allows end users to easily load the tool into a truck or van. For maximum versatility, the hammer truck doubles as a jobsite hand-truck ideal for moving building materials and products around a jobsite. The hammer truck comes standard with (2) - bull point chisels, (1) - 1" chisel, and (1) - 3" chisel.

About DeWALT (www.dewalt.com)
DeWALT is a leading manufacturer of industrial power tools with more than 300 power tool and equipment products as well as 800 power tool accessories, including corded and cordless drills, saws, hammers, grinders, routers, planers, plate joiners, sanders, lasers, generators, compressors and nailers, as well as saw blades, metal and masonry drill bits, abrasives, screw driving accessories and more. DeWALT tools can be found wherever tools are sold, nationally and internationally. With over 1,000 factory owned and authorized locations DeWALT has one of the most extensive service and repair networks in North America.

Specifications: DeWALT Heavy-Duty Pavement Breaker D25980/D25980K
Model                                 Impact Energy   Vibration           Suggested Retail Price

D25980 61 ft. lbs. 6.6 meters/sec sq $1,499.00
Heavy Duty Pavement Breaker

D25980K 61 ft. lbs. 6.6 meters/sec sq $1,599.00
Heavy Duty Pavement Breaker Kit

D259803 N/A N/A $179.00
Heavy Duty Hammer Truck


Warranty 3 year limited warranty/

2 years free service/

90 day money back guarantee
3 year limited warranty/

2 years free service/

90 day money back guarantee
3 year limited warranty/

1 year free service/

90 day money back guarantee

*Claim based on average time to break four pieces of 7" concrete.

** Impact energy and vibration figures were determined by standardized tests.

Erin Bradin
Warschawski
Tel: (410) 367-2700 ext. 18
Fax: (410) 367-2400
www.warschawski.com

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