AliMed, Inc.    Dedham, MA 02026
Apr 09, 2004 Compliant with ASTM F1505-01, S.I.P. 2-color safety-insulated hand tools are impact-resistant and flame-retardant. Line encompasses 850+ hand tools, including ergonomically-designed sockets, ratchets, wrenches, pliers, and complete tool sets. They are designed for facilities or environments where live voltage up to 1,000 Vac or 1,500 Vdc is present. Company also insulates existing tools to meet IEC 900/ASTM F1505-01, 1,000 Vac safety standards.

Xuron Corp.    Saco, ME 04072 1840
Mar 25, 2004 High Precision Scissor, Model 440 features cutting head that produces clean, square edge on variety of materials including PVC jacketing and photo-etched metal parts. Instead of finger-loops, plier-like tool has soft rubber handles and Light Touch return spring. Suited for assembly workers and field personnel who must repeatedly cut for entire shift, scissor features max cutting diameter of 20 AWG soft wire and up to 0.005 in. soft sheet metal.

Gardner Bender    Milwaukee, WI 53209
Mar 10, 2004 Made of heat-treated aluminum, BIG BENâ„¢ hand benders incorporate dual sight-line system that allows bending on floor or in air. They include highlighted Benfieldâ„¢ markings and are available in sizes of ½, ¾, and 1 in. Other features include Vise-Mateâ„¢ conduit vise; bend-back channel that corrects over-bends; Benfield-style, 30° bend when handle is straight up; sight-down arrows; and sight-across marks.

Stanley Works, The    New Britain, CT 06053
Mar 10, 2004 IntelliLaserâ„¢ Pro Laser Line Level/Stud Finder functions as level, stud finder, and vertical/horizontal layout tool. It provides 20 ft laser layout line and 180° pivoting laser plane with level and plumb vials. Stud detector finds studs and joists through up to 1½ in. of drywall and has continuous live wire detection up to ¾ in. depth. LCD display with graphics shows user proximity of stud. Two hang pins allow mounting of unit to work surface.

EXAIR Corporation    Cincinnati, OH 45249-1621
Mar 08, 2004 Shockless Ion Air Gun neutralizes static electricity and cleans at distances up to 15 ft. High-velocity air jet uses small amount of compressed air to entrain 80% of total output airflow from surrounding room. Energized emitter at discharge end fills entire airstream with positive and negative ions capable of neutralizing high static charges in fraction of a second. Comfortable grip and hand position allows hours of continuous use without fatigue.

LMT-Fette    Cleveland, OH 44135
Mar 04, 2004 Point Blank Coolant-Fed OD Turning Holder features coolant nozzle design that eliminates inconsistent coolant. Orifice size maximizes coolant velocity. Holders include ¾ and 1 in. square shank tools, in right and left hand, for all common turning inserts, including CNMG, WNMG, VNMG, and DNMG styles. Holders are made to ANSI specifications so no changes need to be made to existing machine programs.

Spraying Systems Co.    Wheaton, IL 60189 7900
Mar 04, 2004 PulsaJet 10000 delivers precise control of flow rate and reaches speeds of thousands of cycles per second. It can handle high-speed or low-capacity applications with fast on-off operation. Weighing just 9 oz, design provides frontal access to all wear parts for maintenance and repair. Typical uses include coating, sealing, marking, moisturizing, lubricating, and robotics.

Davis-Standard, Killion Specialty Systems    Pawcatuck, CT 06379
Feb 20, 2004 Horizontal 3-roll stack allows for casting, laminating, and sheet processes due to its ability to integrate different payoffs and winders. Machine is available in sizes from 12-30 in. wide, with single- and twin-screw extruders, in single- and multi-layer configurations. Each roll is independently servo driven, with precise roll dimensions and roll gaps available. Unit is suited for use by processors of complex applications requiring low melt-strength materials.

Sherwin-Williams Co.    Cleveland, OH 44115
Feb 19, 2004 White Lightening DRIPLESS® Caulk Guns immediately stop caulk flow upon trigger release. Self-locking plunger nut and extra welds prevent end cap failure, while ladder hook keeps gun within convenient reach. Line includes 10 oz dripless skeleton gun with rotating barrel, and 10 and 29 oz dripless, heavy-duty cradle gun with ratchet drive.

Ideal Industries, Inc.    Sycamore, IL 60178
Feb 12, 2004 Insulated Tools meet ASTM F1505-01 and IEC 60 900 standards, as well as comply with OSHA 1910.335 regulations and NFPA 70E standards. Cutters and pliers feature double insulated Santoprene® handles that resist oil, perspiration, water, and chemicals. Large finger stops guard against accidental contact with exposed metal tool parts. Screwdrivers and Nutdrivers have ergonomic cushioned grip, rounded handle, and non-slip Santoprene® surface.

Vaughan & Bushnell Mfg. Co.    Hebron, IL 60034
Jan 23, 2004 Used in horizontal, vertical, or overhead position, BowJakâ„¢ is tapped in next to bowed board, and with leverage from pull handle, straightens board before it is hammered into place. Operation can close gaps up to 2¼ in. wide. Weighing only 26 oz, BowJakâ„¢ can be easily moved from job to job and fits in most tool pouches.

S & F Products    Placentia, CA 92870
Jan 13, 2004 BrushValet temporarily holds wet paint brush while painter is using roller or climbing a ladder. Two-way design fits all size brushes and snaps onto rim of all size buckets or pails. BrushValet keeps brush moist, in shape, and ready for re-use.

Ingersoll-Rand Co., Tool & Hoist Div.    Annandale, NJ 08801
Dec 15, 2003 QE Series dc electric tools incorporate user-oriented ergonomic designs and motors that employ resolver-based commutation and sine drive. Series platform includes angle, inline, and custom configurations. Insightâ„¢ torque management controllers include digital communication links, tool recognition, and advanced algorithms and torque strategies.

Metabo Corp.    West Chester, PA 19380 4243
Dec 10, 2003 Suited for drilling, tapping, and driving screws, 12 V, variable speed BSP12 incorporates motor that generates low heat and optimal power. Impulse technology enables bit to find point of resistance and helps prevent drill bit from walking. Features include die cast aluminum gear housing, quick-release keyless chuck, and spindle stop system. It also offers forward/reverse feature, no-load speeds of 0–400/0–1,400 rpm, and max torque of 178/194/484 lb-in.

Klein Tools, Inc.    Lincolnshire, IL 60069
Nov 26, 2003 Cable/Lineman's Skinning Knife No. 1560-3 features 3 in., hardened-steel, serrated blade for saw-action cutting and wire stripping. Blade withstands frequent cable scoring of thick, multi-sheathed cables. Scraping notch on top of blade removes wire insulation and contaminants such as cable-pulling compounds and dirt. Textured black handle has finger grooves and guard for positive grip. Stainless steel, corrosion-resistant hang ring is molded into handle.

Makita U.S.A., Inc.    La Mirada, CA 90638
Nov 24, 2003 Model 6932FDWDE employs 2-piece D-28 motor with dual ball bearings and replaceable brushes. LED light, directed towards work surface, provides accuracy in low-light conditions. Total control trigger, with true variable speed from 0–2,300 rpm, assures consistent fastening with no large jump in rpm. Measuring 6½ in. long and weighing 3.7 lb, ¼ in., 14.4 V impact driver operates at speeds from 0–3,000 IPM and provides max torque of 1,110 lb-in.

GB Gardner Bender    Milwaukee, WI 53209
Nov 19, 2003 Heat-treated aluminum BIG BENâ„¢ Hand Bender is available in ½, ¾, and 1 in. sizes. It features Benfieldâ„¢ markings to simplify work; Vise-Mateâ„¢ conduit vise, which holds conduit when cutting or reaming; bend-back channel that corrects over-bends; and Benfield-style, 30° bend when handle is straight up. Foot room for work boots and sight-down arrows are provided for bending on floor, and sight-across marks allow bending in air.

Stanley-Proto Industrial Tools Div. of Stanley Mechanics Tools    New Britain, CT 06052
Nov 13, 2003 Blackhawk by Protoâ„¢ Line consists of tool sets, wrenches, sockets, hammers, pliers, punches, chisels, pullers, and tool storage units that meet or exceed ANSI standards. Cold-forged steel tools resist wear under heavy everyday use. Sockets are machined for precision tolerance and feature nickel-chrome finish. Ratchets and wrenches come in satin or high-polish finish that makes tools corrosion-resistant and easy to handle and clean.

Penn-Union Corp.    Edinboro, PA 16412-2381
Nov 07, 2003 Models TDY-1 and TDY-U feature pressure selection control located on tool handle, permitting tool to crimp variety of connector styles and sizes. Wide, hinged tool head allows easy insertion and removal of butt splices up to 750 MCM. Two-speed hydraulic pump advances ram into contact with connector and automatically shifts into crimping mode to complete connection. Tools have conductor range of 4–750 AWG MCM copper and 4–1,000 AWG MCM aluminum.

Textron Fastening Systems    Rockford, IL 61104
Nov 03, 2003 AutoRiv 100® connects to any stamping press, installing up to 360 fasteners per minute from any angle to accommodate different part geometries and tolerances. It simultaneously sets up to 6 self-clinching and self-piercing nuts and studs in transfer or progressive die tools during stamping operations. Unit installs pins, rivets, and bushings and includes die protection system that monitors every step in process.