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  • Shaper Techniques and Cool Tools: Cool Tools
  • From "DIY Tools & Techniques"
    episode DIT-203


    PHOTO

    Figure A
    PHOTO

    Figure B
    Host David Thiel is joined by Guest Andrea Ridout. Andrea is host of a home improvement radio talk show, called Ask Andrea. Together, David and Andrea demonstrate two really cool tools available on the market today.


    Multi-Plug Extension Cord


    This extension cord (figure A) boasts an outlet every eight feet. Each plug comes with an individual cover, and is lighted to indicate if it is hot. The cord also comes in green for outdoor or holiday use.


    Cordless Bandsaw


    Primarily for metal work, this 18-volt battery-powered bandsaw (figure B) can saw through rebar. It can also cut iron pipe, and PVC. A spare battery comes standard.
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    RESOURCES :

    Stout Cordless Band Saw
    Stout Tool Corporation
    510 Highland Avenue
    Suite 254
    Milford, MI 48381
    Phone: 877-33-STOUT
    Web site: www.stouttool.com


    GUESTS :

    Andrea Ridout
    Host of Ask Andrea
    Phone: 800-ANDREA5
    Web site: www.askandrea.com

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