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Everyday technology is advancing.  Manufacturers are releasing power tools at record paces.  Staying up to date on recent tool releases can be a daunting task.  Lucky for you Tools in Action searches the internet and talk with manufacturers to see what’s new in the power tool world.  We find new products and report back to you on power tool news.  Bookmark this page and visit daily to see what’s going on in the world of power tools.  Don’t forget we have a newsletter that will also inform you of new tools, plus we have power tool reviews, power tool deals and more.  If you are looking to make a new power tool purchase and want to perform some research before you buy, take a look at our Power Tool Guides.  These guides make it easy finding the right tool for your next purchase.  Take a look through the recent power tool news below.

They’re Here – They’re Here – The TIA Inventory Stickers

The moment you have all been waiting for is here.  Forget about the Dewalt Flexvolt or the Milwaukee 9Ah battery, this is much bigger...

Hilti – WSR 36-A Reciprocating Saw

  Hilti introduced a new reciprocating saw to the Hilti tool line up.  The WSR 36A Reciprocating saw is a cordless saw that uses a...

Hilti Tool’s Unique Laser Tools Feature Pulse Power

Hilti laser tools equipped with Pulse Power emit up to one million laser pulses in a single second. What does this mean in terms of technology?...

Tools in Action Podcast – Power Tool Reviews and News – Episode 1

Dan and Eric released their first Podcast.  Please let us know what you would like to hear in the future.  What would you like...
Kobalt 24V

Kobalt 24V Power Tools

Let's be honest, what do you think of when you hear about Kobalt power tools?  I am not sure about you, but I have...

New DeWALT 20V MAX XR Compact Brushless – Spotted on DeWALT.com

  Milwaukee has been having all the thunder lately with the M12 Fuel brushless line of tools that it is promoting.  Well In typical DeWALT style...
Hilti Nuron

Hilti Nuron – The Game Has Changed

When it comes to professional power tools, not many come close to Hilti.  Hilti tools are designed and engineered for trade professionals. This is...
The best ladder is the Louisville Ladder Cross-Step Ladder

Did Louisville Ladder Invent the Best Ladder?

Who makes the best ladder? This is one of my endless quests. I have always been impressed by brands WERNER and Gorilla Ladders. But...

Milwaukee Tool Acquires Empire Levels

Milwaukee just announced it's buying Empire Levels.  You can read the full press release below.  We all know how innovative Milwaukee has been over...
Menard's Masterforce logo

NEW Menard’s Masterforce 20V Tools and More

If you're from the Midwest like us, then you are probably familiar with Menard's. This hardware store chain is only in 13 U.S. states,...

Updated Ridgid Bandsaw and Drill Press For 2014

Ridgid has updated some of their stationary power tools recently. They have released a new 14" band saw and 15" drill press. The band...
Milwaukee Drain Snake

Milwaukee Drain Snake

As you know, Milwaukee Tool has the largest 12V line with their M12 line.  Well now you can add one more tool to their...

Klein Tools – What an Eye Opener

As you probably all ready know we had the pleasure of taking a trip to Texas to visit the new Klein plant opening.  Yes...
XPH07M Hammer drill

Makita XPH07M 18V Brushless LXT Hammer Drill Driver – TOP DOG

Makita may not not release tools as fast as some other tool companies, but when they do release they don't disappoint.  Their new 4.0 batteries...

DeWALT 20V MAX Battery Adapter – Finally

Well it seems DeWALT has come out with an adapter that allows you to use the new 20V lithium ion batteries on the old...

New Black and Decker Cordless Jigsaw

For those of you Black & Decker fans, the wait is finally over.  Black & Decker announced they will introduce a new 20V cordless...