Bahco has launched its next generation ERGO Handsaw System.
Designed for professionals, serious craftsmen and DIY enthusiasts, the ERGO
Handsaw System employs a revolutionary handle design, which enables users to
interchange 10 different blades in a matter of seconds.
Marian Wells, Managing Director of the Bahco brand in Europe, says: "This is the
final word in hand saw technology. Not only does it look…
Following the success of the original Trend Routabout, the unique floor access routing template, Trend has now launched a smaller diameter version, ideal for plumbers and electricians.
A 108mm diameter opening can be cut in the floor, allowing access to junction boxes or cables and is ideal for making repairs to accidental damage made to the floor during house construction. The floor can be made good in seconds…
One of the problems we've had is the lack of forum alerts for new posts. Well, as of today (28th Jan) we have a new forum email alert system in place which gives you the option of choosing which threads to receive email alerts on. To activate the alerts for any thread on the site simply add it to your favorites.
When you post a new message on a thread you should also notice a check box below the main text box which…
• 90Nm impact driver with up to 3000 blows per minute
• 2-speed drill driver will drill 10mm in steel
• 10.8v Lithium-Ion 1.3Ah batteries with intelligent charger.
Makita has introduced a “matched pair” of stylish yet very practical 10.8 volt power tools and the Makita LCT204W kit consists of a two-speed drill driver and an impact driver that delivers 90Nm of torque, capable of driving home a M12 bolt.…
The sander weighs only 1.3 kg and its design provides a variety of grip positions. Bosch say these factors make very comfortable use of the tool whether working overhead, on shaped or curved pieces or vertical surfaces.
The GEX 125-1 AE has an integral dust extraction unit in the form of the Bosch micro-filter, capable of retaining even the smallest particles. The system provides over 80 per cent dust collection and its transparent dust…
We recently kicked off a new series in Good Woodworking magazine (issue 208) called Notes from a small workshop. The series started with a look at my basement workshop and how best to get around many of the problems found in small workshops. We’ve also featured a good number of pictures and comments from GetWoodworking.com members which has transformed the articles from a one way dialogue to a much more interesting and inclusive read.…
Trend, the UK market leader in routing technology, is launching a light duty plunge router which is ideal for the hobbyist or as a second router for the craftsman where weight and size are important.
Available from September, the T4EK is a 230v 1/4” shank portable plunge router with a variable speed from 11,500 to 32,000 RPM and an impressive 850 watt motor, and weighs in at only 3.5kg. For on-site use there is also a T4ELK 115v…
The V-System 2000 has a 2 hp U.S made Baldor Motor and provides 990CFM (1682m3/hr)@ 2.5” of static pressure. The V-System 3000 has a 3 hp U.S made Baldor Motor and provides 1,285 CFM (2183m3/hr) @ 3” of static pressure.
Oneida Air Systems has redesigned the cyclone for the V-System line. The streamlined cyclone body combines the standard barrel and cone into one piece. The new cyclone design results in extremely fine…
Tyrrels Wood, near Pulham Market in south Norfolk has a secretive new inhabitant this winter. A traditional, woven ‘Green Woman’ sculpture has been hidden in the depths of the wood and is just waiting to be found.
Sculptures, carvings and representations of a ‘Green Man’ – or woman – have been around since pre-Christian days; a face or figure emerging from foliage that represents the natural cycle…
Veritas DX60 Block Plane
This block plane is one of the finest planes we have ever made. It is made to exacting standards and features newly refined stainless steel hardware.
The knobs and wheel have elegant elliptical knurled edges for a firm grip. The lever cap has been extensively redesigned to integrate cleanly with the plane body and provide an almost continuous hand contact surface, with tactile cues for…
Video is something you'll be seeing a lot more of on GW over the coming months. I'm pleased to say the GW forum is already video friendly. Any GW member can embed video into their forum posts from either YouTube or Google Video.
I've written a quick tutorial below on how to get started. But before proceeding, please read the following guidelines on what sort of video content should and should not be posted.
SIP, the specialist manufacturer of workshop heaters, professional welding equipment, compressors and woodworking equipment have extended their range of space heaters with a new range of high quality, stainless steel propane or diesel heaters.
A new design of easy-grip body shape makes the new Makita BO4555 finishing palm sander a pleasure to use, the new slimline body is smaller for more comfortable handgrip. This feature will particularly appeal to ladies with smaller hands who want to use these efficient Makita palm sanders for decorating preparation, furniture work or craft activities, but will also be greatly appreciated by professional decorators as it will be much more…
SIP, the specialist manufacturer of professional welding and compressor equipment have just launched a new Spindle Moulder into the professional and serious amateur woodworking market.
The Spindle Moulder complements the existing range of professional bandsaws and table saws and continues their long term plan to develop a comprehensive range of ‘heavy duty’ machines suitable for the growing ‘cross-over’ market…
