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Harbor Freight Tools for Schools awards $500,000 in prizes to high school skilled trades programs
- Jan 24, 2018
- News Release
Harbor Freight Tools has announced that Harbor Freight Tools for Schools LLC, Calabasas, Calif., a nonprofit established to strengthen high school shop classes to give students a path to a skilled trade and a good-paying career, has awarded $500,000 to outstanding skilled trades teachers and their...
- From The Welder
Partsmaster supports welding program for Georgia inmates
- Jan 17, 2018
- News Release
Representatives of Dallas-based MRO products supplier Partsmaster, a division of NCH Corp., recently attended a ribbon-cutting ceremony and dedication of the state-funded rehabilitation and welding program benefiting the Jackson County Correctional Institution. The welding program will be led by...
- From The Fabricator
Pferd appoints sales manager for western U.S.
- Jan 15, 2018
- News Release
Milwaukee-based Pferd Inc., a manufacturer of abrasives, brushes, and power tools, has appointed John Hibbard as regional sales manager, west U.S. The region comprises Alaska, Hawaii, Washington, Wyoming, Idaho, Oregon, Montana, Colorado, California, Nevada, Arizona, Utah, New Mexico, North Dakota,...
- From The Fabricator
Dynabrade Dynafile abrasive belt machine available with American flag design
- Jan 12, 2018
- Product Release
The Dynafile abrasive belt machine from Dynabrade now is available with an American flag design on the housing. The air tool grinds, deburrs, blends, and finishes usually inaccessible areas on metal and composites. It is suitable for light corner-weld removal and blending of welds. The 20,000-RPM,...
- From The Fabricator
Kett KL-200 straight-handle shears help reduce waste
- Jan 11, 2018
- Product Release
The KL-200 double-cut shears from Kett Tool Co. cut cold-rolled and stainless steel without warping or bending the finished piece, resulting in less wasted materials, states the manufacturer. The lightweight shears can be maneuvered easily to follow a scribed line. They can cut a radius as small as...
- From The Fabricator
Milwaukee Tool expands in Mississippi
- Dec 7, 2017
- News Release
Milwaukee Tool is expanding operations at three Mississippi locations, investing $33.4 million and creating 660 jobs. The expansions are planned for the company’s sites in Greenwood, Jackson, and Olive Branch. The company will create the additional jobs at the three facilities over the next four...
- From The Fabricator
Stanley Black & Decker to open Manufacturing Center of Excellence in Connecticut
- Dec 6, 2017
- News Release
Stanley Black & Decker has announced plans to open an Advanced Manufacturing Center of Excellence in Hartford, Conn., to accelerate its global Industry 4.0 "smart factory" initiative. Called Manufactory 4.0, the 23,000-sq.-ft. center will employ about 50 people. Stanley Black & Decker currently...
- From The Fabricator
Metabo recalls rat tail angle grinders because of laceration hazard
- Dec 6, 2017
- News Release
Metabo, West Chester, Pa., has recalled its rat tail angle grinder with brake. According to the company, the on-off switch can lock in the “on” position, posing a laceration hazard to the operator. The recall involves Metabo 5-, 6-, and 7-in. rat tail angle grinders with a brake. Recalled...
- From The Fabricator
Angle grinders fit in tight spaces
- Dec 6, 2017
- Product Release
Fuji Air Tools has extended its FA-20 series of compact 2-in. angle grinders and die grinders with seven models that offer a choice of a locking-lever version, collet version, and rear-exhaust version. The grinders weigh no more than 1.76 lbs. and provide a maximum power output of 265 to 294 W. In...
- From The Fabricator
Portable magnetic drill suitable for job site drilling, boring, slotting applications
- Nov 27, 2017
- Product Release
CS Unitec’s new MAB 825 KTS portable magnetic drill features multiaxis positioning, allowing the drill to be adjusted up to 4-3/4 in. forward/backward and up to 4-3/8 in. left/right after the magnet is adhered to the surface. The drill is suitable for job site drilling, boring, and slotting...
- From The Fabricator
Compact, portable magnetic drill features automatic feed and reverse
- Nov 27, 2017
- Product Release
CS Unitec has introduced a new model to its MAB line, the AutoMAB 450 magnetic drill, which features an automatic feed mechanism with automatic reverse and shutoff. Suitable for steel fabricators, contractors, and plant maintenance professionals, the machine drills holes up to 1-3/4 in. dia. with...
- From The Fabricator
Combination tool for steel strapping is battery-powered
- Nov 20, 2017
- Product Release
Signode has released the GripPack SLB battery-powered combination tool for steel strapping. The lightweight tool does not use air hoses or compressors, so it is portable and produces minimal noise. The user can tension, seal, and cut with a single button. The sealless joint eliminates the need for...
- From The Fabricator
Pferd appoints regional sales manager
- Nov 2, 2017
- News Release
After restructuring its sales operations into three regions—East, Central, and West—Pferd Inc. has promoted Jeffrey A. Hamilton to regional sales manager, Central U.S. This region comprises Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Wisconsin, Illinois, Louisiana, Missouri, Arkansas, Michigan, and...
- From The Fabricator
Practical Products appoints president/CEO
- Oct 25, 2017
- News Release
Cincinnati-based Practical Products Co. has named Thomas M. Cook as president/CEO. Cook has 12 years of management and industry experience. He holds a bachelor’s degree in business from the University of Cincinnati. The company is a manufacturer and supplier of industrial hand and power tools,...
- From The Fabricator
Magnetic-base drill processes ¼-in. materials
- Oct 16, 2017
- Product Release
Slugger by Fein has introduced the JME Holemaker III. This magnetic-base drill has a fiber-reinforced motor housing for light weight and durability. The updated magnet allows users to work with ¼-in. materials, and the motor speed is suitable for use with high-strength steel or carbide cutters....
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