Industry Interviews
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Metabo HPT Joins Gen T
Metabo HPT (formerly Hitachi Tools) has joined forces with Lowe’s and its co-sponsors in Generation T to help drive enrollment in skilled trades training.
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Changes Underway for Bridge City
Mark Strahler, president of Bridge City Tool Works, updates the Weekly about progress since the company’s acquisition by Harvey Industries last year.
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Rockler Names Microjig Safest
With a wide array of safety products and aiming to eliminate table saw injuries by 2020, Micro Jig distinguishes itself as Rockler’s top safety brand.
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Axiom Opens New Headquarters
Ohio-based Axiom Tool Group relocates to new Westerville headquarters. Facility will better support sales, marketing, training and order fulfullment.
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Aqua Coat: Eco-friendlier Finishing
Providing professional-quality waterborne grain fillers, stains, sealers and topcoats that are safer for the environment and easy for hobbyists to use.
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Zack Rabbit™: Faster Screw Driving
Three countersink sizes snap onto impact-rated driver bits and store in a holster that enables hands-free interchangeability.
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DeWALT, Soft Starter Recalls
Two corded electric drills, Soft Starter device, recalled due to electrical malfunctions. Details regarding repair or replacement outlined.
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AAW Turning Demos at Rockler
Rockler stores, in partnership with AAW community chapters, are hosting free woodturning demonstrations in two sessions this Saturday, Feb. 9.
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Shaper Tools Acquired by TTS
Shaper Tools, developer of Origin™ handheld CNC router, joins TTS family of companies that include Festool and SawStop, among others.
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Management Changes at SawStop
In new roles, Matt Howard assumes SawStop’s CEO position. Co-founder Stephen Gass is now VP of innovation, and Patric Clewing has become CFO.
