http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/ Reviews, news and information about building and construction tools and equipment for local builders and SMEs in the UK construction industry. en Copyright 2008 Fri, 07 Mar 2008 08:38:31 +0000 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Have you ever been endlessly searching for power tools on Google? Well, here you will find a directory of cordless power tools from companies such as Makita, Dewalt, Black and Decker, and Metabo. Whether you require a simple 9v compact drill a mid range 12v drill or a heavy duty 18v combi, you will find the right product in this comprehensive collection. ]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2008/03/cordless-power-tool-directory.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2008/03/cordless-power-tool-directory.html Fri, 07 Mar 2008 08:38:31 +0000 The popularity of mini excavators among builders, odd-jobbers and the like, means the last thing you now reach for, when digging, is a spade. But what happens when that traditional one-tonne mini digger is just too big for the job in hand? Well, there is another option available before you resort to the wheelbarrow and spade. And that machine in question is called a micro excavator.]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2008/02/the-lowdown-on-mini-excavators-1.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2008/02/the-lowdown-on-mini-excavators-1.html Bobcat Caterpillar JCB Komatsu micro excavators Neuson Plant Tekeuchi Thu, 14 Feb 2008 09:46:08 +0000 The new Makita HR5211C AVT SDS max rotary hammer provides more impact power and less vibration. Powered by a 1500watt motor and weighing 11.6kgs, the HR5211C AVT has a low vibration rating of 12.5m/s2 in drilling mode and 11m/s2 in hammer mode with the D-side handle in use. ]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2008/02/makita-extend-avt-range-with-h.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2008/02/makita-extend-avt-range-with-h.html HAV Makita Power tools rotary hammer drill SDS Thu, 07 Feb 2008 10:51:19 +0000 In this article you will find the best five drills that BuildersBox has come across so far. Whether it is a heavy duty product or something for a bit of light, small scale work, we have compiled a list of drills that should do the job for you, time and time again. So look at the machines below and tell us what you think, and drop us an email if there are any drills which you think should be considered as top of the class.]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2008/02/top-5-recommended-drills.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2008/02/top-5-recommended-drills.html DeWalt drill driver drills Makita Metabo MXT Ryobi Top Five Fri, 01 Feb 2008 09:22:36 +0000 JCB's new Toughphone claims to be the toughest phone in the world and is drop, shock, splash and dust resistant - making it suitable for use on construction sites. The phone is also backed by a 3-year guarantee.]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2008/01/jcb-toughphone-hits-the-shelve.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2008/01/jcb-toughphone-hits-the-shelve.html Dragons Den JCB Peter Jones YouTube Mon, 14 Jan 2008 16:08:59 +0000 Incorporating all-metal gearing and an impact resistant glass fibre reinforced housing, the SFH cordless hammer drill/driver has a high torque motor that is suitable for use across a range of applications and surfaces. ]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2007/12/sfh-122a-cordless-hammer-drill.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2007/12/sfh-122a-cordless-hammer-drill.html Sat, 01 Dec 2007 16:10:20 +0000 Here's your chance to win a power tool as modelled by glamour girl Leilani. She's teamed up with BuildersBox and Wickes, one of the UK's leading home improvement retailers, to promote their range of power tools.
And we're giving two winners the chance to win a power tool each - both of which have been signed by Leilani herself!]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2007/11/get-your-hands-on-leilanis-too-1.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2007/11/get-your-hands-on-leilanis-too-1.html Competitions babes competition leilani power tools wickes Fri, 02 Nov 2007 16:38:04 +0000 With forward and reverse functionality, the 650w tool is suitable for 4 to 22mm diameter drilling. Suitable for installation work across a range of surfaces, it incorporates 2-speed gearing to provide an optimum drilling speed at all times. ]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2007/11/te2-and-te2m-rotary-hammer-dri.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2007/11/te2-and-te2m-rotary-hammer-dri.html 650w Hilti rotary hammer drill SDS TE2 Thu, 01 Nov 2007 16:09:50 +0000 Featuring a 1600w motor, the compact DD120 drill has a 2-speed gearing system for optimum speed and torque, with the capability to drill diameters between 16 to 162mm. ]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2007/11/hilti-dd120-diamond-coring-sys.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2007/11/hilti-dd120-diamond-coring-sys.html 1600w DD120 drill Hilti LED Thu, 01 Nov 2007 15:24:51 +0000 An addition to the company's 'breaker' range of products, the TE 500 AVR combines safety with usability. ]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2007/11/hilti-te500-avr-breaker-review.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2007/11/hilti-te500-avr-breaker-review.html AVR breaker HAV Hilti power tools Thu, 01 Nov 2007 15:19:26 +0000 The new GX 120 Gas powered nail gun has been introduced to increase productivity as it can drive 1200 nails an hour into any base material. It does not require a battery, and has a power gauge to indicate remaining gas levels. ]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2007/11/hilti-gx120-nail-gun-review.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2007/11/hilti-gx120-nail-gun-review.html fuel injection system GX100 Hilti nail gun power tools Thu, 01 Nov 2007 15:16:19 +0000 GX120 nail gun TE500 AVR breaker DD120 diamond coring system TE2 and TE2-M rotary hammer drill SFH 122-A cordless hammer drill]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2007/11/hilti-powers-forward-with-me-r.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2007/11/hilti-powers-forward-with-me-r.html Hilti M&E power tools Thu, 01 Nov 2007 09:55:32 +0000 Wickes, one of the UK’s leading home improvement retailers, has launched an extensive range of high quality Professional power tools. The Wickes Professional Power Tools range is for professional tradesman – someone who needs a heavy-duty tool. These tools are made from industrial-quality components and have superior engineering for longer durability and life. There are 16 power tools in the range.]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2007/10/wickes-launches-power-tool-ran.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2007/10/wickes-launches-power-tool-ran.html Competitions drills grinders planers power tools routers sanders saws screwdrivers Mon, 22 Oct 2007 15:22:55 +0000 Makita has extended its mitre and table saw range with the launch of an entry-level 255mm mitre saw. The new Makita MLS100 will have a list price of 155 quid, with a variety of features. Cutting performance of the portable Makita mitre saw is good, with a 3 inch maximum depth of cut across a 5 inch plank at 900, and 2 inch maximum depth of cut on maximum 450 left bevel angle. ]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2007/10/makita-entrylevel-mls100-saw-1.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2007/10/makita-entrylevel-mls100-saw-1.html 1500w Makita mitre saw MLS100 Power tools table saw Thu, 11 Oct 2007 13:32:27 +0000 Makita has added a cordless pin nailer to their range of tools, the BPT350RFE. The product is a 14.4V, lithium-ion powered pin nailer that weighs 2kgs. It is suitable for on-site installations, second fit work and furniture assembly. ]]> http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2007/09/makita-has-added-a-cordless.html http://www.buildersbox.co.uk/blogs/builders-tools-and-equipment/2007/09/makita-has-added-a-cordless.html carbon steel nose cordless pin nailer double action trigger lithium-ion Makita pin nails Fri, 14 Sep 2007 10:57:44 +0000