An auger is a type of giant corkscrew that uses a metal bit to drill holes. Hand augers have been around for centuries; they are used to drill holes in…
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Though there are a large range of brands and sizes of tape measures on the market, three basic types exist: tailor or sewing tapes, steel-blade retractable tapes and reel tapes.…
Technical tape measures all share the same major components. They are all enclosed in either a steel or plastic case. They utilise a friction type hold mechanism to stop the…
Stanley Tools manufactures the PowerLock tape measure for building, remodelling and home repair projects. Tape measures have a metal tip on the end that hooks over materials to hold it…
Have you ever wondered how a tape measure retracts? Find the answer here…
The band saw is without doubt the single most dangerous tool in the workshop. Therefore, proper maintenance is crucial. Rubber tires wear out from the heat and friction generated by…
A band saw is used both in woodworking and butchering because it is a powerful cutting tool. A band saw consists of a long, continuous blade that wraps around two…
Band saw blades are thin and prone to snapping during use. But you don’t have to run out and purchase a new saw blade every time this happens. Instead you…
With the vast number of options available in your average DIY / hardware store, you may find the task of choosing a new bandsaw blade daunting. Using the wrong blade…
A band saw is a power tool used in workshops and industrial settings. The saw operates by running a continuous metal band with teeth around a pair of spinning wheels.…