New from Panasonic, the 28.8-volt lithium-ion rotary hammer, model EY7880LN2S,... More
The 21.6V Drill Driver from Panasonic (model EY7460LN2S) delivers 575 inch-pounds... More
When I began working in the building trades some thirty-plus years ago, carpentry... More
As a self-employed contractor in New England for nearly 30 years, I've relied on... More
As both a master plumber and master electrician, I drill more holes for pipe and wire in a day than most tradesmen might in a week. It seems like I've got a drill in my hands most of the day, and more often than not it's a cordless tool. Using cordless drills improves convenience, safety, and speed for most of my jobs, and unless I'm drilling large-diameter or very deep holes, my cords stay in the van. More
Manufacturers make big power and speed claims for these little tools so I had to check them out. More
Tool companies have increased cordless tool voltages, broadened their lines, and fine-tuned their efficiencies. Now they're focusing on battery technologies. More
You can't flip open a window in a skyscraper, so we usually end up working in... More
My college rugby coach used to encourage the small guys on our squad (me) by... More
