Toolstop Power Tool Cook Book - Audio Podcast
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News, reviews and interviews on everything relating to power tools. Made by power tool geeks for power tool geeks. Featuring exclusive content from Makita, Bosch and all of the major power tool manufacturers. Interviews, news and reviews of everything related to power tools.
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oolstop Podcast #112 - Old Men Talking About Power Tools | News, reviews and interviews on everything relating to power tools. Made by power tool geeks for power tool geeks. Featuring exclusive content from Makita, Bosch and all of the major power tool manufacturers. Interviews, news and reviews of everything related to power tools. | 16 1 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #111 - Happy New Year! New Tools from Makita and Bosch | News, reviews and interviews on everything relating to power tools. Made by power tool geeks for power tool geeks. Featuring exclusive content from Makita, Bosch and all of the major power tool manufacturers. Interviews, news and reviews of everything related to power tools. | 6 1 12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #110 - We Announce the Winner of the Power Tool Oscar! | News, reviews and interviews on everything relating to power tools. Made by power tool geeks for power tool geeks. Featuring exclusive content from Makita, Bosch and all of the major power tool manufacturers. Interviews, news and reviews of everything related to power tools. | 22 12 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #109 - Metabo's Latest Innovation and Centaure Ladders | News, reviews and interviews on everything relating to power tools. Made by power tool geeks for power tool geeks. Featuring exclusive content from Makita, Bosch and all of the major power tool manufacturers. Interviews, news and reviews of everything related to power tools. | 16 12 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #108 - What's So Special About Bosch Professional Power Tools? | News, reviews and interviews on everything relating to power tools. Made by power tool geeks for power tool geeks. Featuring exclusive content from Makita, Bosch and all of the major power tool manufacturers. Interviews, news and reviews of everything related to power tools. | 9 12 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #106 - New Tools from Makita and Metabo and are 18v Batteries Any Good | News, reviews and interviews on everything relating to power tools. Made by power tool geeks for power tool geeks. Featuring exclusive content from Makita, Bosch and all of the major power tool manufacturers. Interviews, news and reviews of everything related to power tools. | 2 12 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #107 - Choose Your Power Tool of the Year | News, reviews and interviews on everything relating to power tools. Made by power tool geeks for power tool geeks. Featuring exclusive content from Makita, Bosch and all of the major power tool manufacturers. Interviews, news and reviews of everything related to power tools. | 2 12 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #105 - Winter, Cordless Jigsaws and New Videos | News, reviews and interviews on everything relating to power tools. Made by power tool geeks for power tool geeks. Featuring exclusive content from Makita, Bosch and all of the major power tool manufacturers. Interviews, news and reviews of everything related to power tools. | 18 11 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #104 - 22,000 New Products | Mark and Neil have a brief chat on the 104th edition of the Toolstop podcast, and they cover off: Centaur ladders and access equipment are now available from the Toolstop website (along with 22,000 other new products!) the 12 Deals of Christmas offer! would you buy an HD TV for the jobsite canteen? We've got a great deal on one... we've got a product overview of the brand new with an 85mm blade, capable of a maximum cut of 25.5mm. Who it is ideal for? Who should own one? Makita HS300DZ circular sawRead our blog post to find out, plus watch the demo video wine drinkers should take note; all orders from Toolstop receive a £40 voucher for Naked wine! we've added another string to our social media bow in the form of a Google Plus page. Check it out here | 10 11 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #103 - Torches, Torque and...Movember | It's Movember and it's the 103rd edition of the fabled Toolstop Podcast! For those who haven't done so already, please be sure to subscribe - for free - to the podcast in iTunes. It's really simple, if you already have iTunes on your computer, just click here. This week Neil and Mark discuss: Movember Nextorch, the "World's First Smart Torch" Metabo's PowerX3 handle: gimmick or smart design? Check our blog post and demo video Kibosh, the ingenious gadget that gets you out of a tight spot if you have a burst pipe. We recommend keeping a couple of these in the house this winter! We discuss a question asked on our Facebook Page regarding the Makita LXT202, Metabo LTX2, Dewalt DCK290L2 and which was is best. We cover the great reply from Sigbjørn Revheim 12 deals of Christmas. There's no point until waiting until 24th December, start getting your Christmas gifts in now... | 2 11 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #102 - The Future for CEL-UK | We chatted with Chris about: Multi2 Pro with the 10.8v lithium-ion battery, and how CEL are expanding the tools they manufacture that will run off of the 10.8v batteries, including a brand new impact driver outputting almost 100Nm of torque, which will be available naked and in a kit along with the Multi2 Pro also to compliment this CEL are producing a Xenon torch which will, again run off the 10.8v lithium-ion batteries and to further the 10.8v li-ion range from CEL are currently designing a jigsaw with an articulated head, allowing you to use it as a chop saw Chris says they hope to have around 8 power tools compatible with the Multi2 Pro's batteries CEL are also going after the pro market; but will you be prepared to give your Bosch or Makita for a pro CEL-UK power tool? Even if they come with a 2 year warranty Chris gives his opinion on "brand loyalty" and how that affects CEL's growth What markets influences CEL's product design? Chris tell us Accessibility is key to CEL's success, and Chris reveals how he feels about people just dropping into their office and warehouse Chris and CEL-UK were featured on BBC's "Dragon's Den". What happened once the cameras started rolling? We also take a close look at some of the professional rated power tools that CEL-UK are bringing to the market Finally, where will CEL-UK be in 5 years? | 28 10 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #101 - The UK's Last Power Tool Company | Last week it was all tuxedos, kilts and prizes galore. This week we're back to basics with a good old sit-down chat with someone who is immersed in the world of power tools. CEL-UK's Chris Elsworthy is not stranger to the spotlight. Appearing in an episode of the BBC's "Dragon's Den", not to mention several editions of this very podcast, Chris is used to talking about his products, particularly the Power8 Workshop. This time, though, we chat about: Chris's approach to business in terms of designing power tools and creating new concepts and seeing these processes through to completion the fact that CEL-UK is the UK's only power tool company and Chris shares how this makes him feel how manufacturing and tooling costs in the UK force companies to take this aspect of building power tools overseas Chris hints at CEL-UK's movement into the pro market whereby he's creating power tools that will meet the needs of the professional on the jobsite we discuss what CEL-UK's niche market is Chris shares how important it is for him and CEL-UK to listen to the customers and how, by doing so, new products are created we learn that CEL-UK are expanding their 10.8v lithium-ion battery range, as seen in the Multi2 Pro we also learn how Chris and his design team work through the process of designing a brand new power tool and how they decide which power tools to design and manufacture what part of CEL-UK power tools have been designed by Chris and his team? He reveals all, especially regarding applying ingenuity to product design we have laugh about how it still surprises Chris how well his products actually work, especially the POWERblower! This, perhaps, illustrates how important it is for consumers to give positive feedback to the manufacturers! Next week we'll learn about the brand new professional-class tools (see the above image for a clue) that Chris is bringing to market, product design and where he thinks CEL-UK will be in 5 years. | 21 10 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #100! | On this week's podcast we celebrate our 100th edition, the relaunch of the Toolstop website, the winners of our Utterly Awesome Prize Giveaway, plus we give away a Metabo PowerImpact 12 and Calum Kegg (aka Mr Toolstop) tells us how you can support Kidney Research. The winners of the prizes in our Utterly Awesome Summer Prize Giveaway are: - Metabo goodie bag: Claire Smith - Ridgid Inspection Camera - Richard Bryant - Makita Jobsite Radio - Louise McGhee - Mont Blanc pen - James Preston - DeWalt 18v combi-drill - Rob Kelly - Bosch Rotak lawnmower - Jason Ram - iPad - Becky John And the winner of the Metabo PowerImpact 12, generously donated by Metabo, was... Eva Avelty! | 14 10 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #99 - Milwaukee is in the House | On edition 99 of the Toolstop Podcast we meet Fraser from Milwaukee and we discuss: - 99 Red Balloons - Fraser's background before joining Milwaukee and his reasons for doing so, including his view that they're going to attack the UK power tool market and he believes that we're going to see some amazing innovations from the company going forward - Fraser shares the amazing fact that Milwaukee brought lithium-ion battery power to the UK power tool market and invented the recip saw - we discuss third generation lithium-ion battery technology which Fraser claims will give users 40% more trigger time and 50% more battery charge cycles - will corded power tools eventually die out? We discuss... - we analyse the Milwaukee C18PD-31 M18 percussion drill (watch the video here) - we press Fraser as to why he believes Milwaukee will take the UK power tool market by storm - finally we learn which team Fraser tips for Barclays Premiership glory this year If you want to be in with the chance of winning a Metabo PowerImpact 10.8v kit, and also see us make the draw for the winners of our utterly awesome prize giveaway, then you need to be watching our Livestream of the recording of podcast #100! | 7 10 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #98 - More From Makita and the Big 100 | On this week's edition of the Toolstop Audio Podcast (available as a free download from iTunes), Mark and Neil go over some of the stuff Mark saw at Makita, including this rather powerful impact driver: - Makita BTD145 Impact Driver with brush-less technology And this hugely adaptable circular saw: - Makita BHS630 with 66mm depth of cut They also touch on the new range of Makita 2 kilo hammers, and Mark talks about Makita's AVT, what it is and how it works. You can get more info on AVT and why you should be buying AVT tools in this article. They also let you know that the 100th edition of this podcast will be live streamed onto the interwebs using video technology! And during that live streaming extravaganza, the guys will be drawing the winners of our utterly awesome summer prize giveaway. Plus, for one very lucky person, we'll be giving away an awesome prize from Metabo...! | 30 9 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #97 - We Visit Makita! | Mark sits down with Ray and Martin from Makita's UK HQ's training department to talk all things Makita power tool, including: - Makita's brand new AVT technology designed to counter the vibration generated using their power tools, seen in their new range of 2 kilo hammers (coming soon!) featuring a spring and pendulum action, killing vibration at the front end of the tool - Gavin asked, on our Facebook Page, about the possibility of an 18v lithium-ion powered pin nailer. Keep your eye on YouTube to see it in action! - Sigbjørn Revheim asked, "Why can you only get the kitbox if you by the package with charger and batteries? I only need one charger and a few batteries, so I buy most naked tools, but I want boxes for them! This problem also applies to other brands." Ray answers his question (check here for more info)! - We meet Martin Dunn, Makita's new training officer. We learn how he ended up going from a chippie on the jobsite, to working for one of the world's biggest and most successful power tool manufacturer. He also "stars" in some of our latest videos. - Martin talks about the sort of Makita tools he regularly used as a jobbing carpenter and why he was always so impressed by the brand, and what new tools he's most impressed with. - Mark reminds Ray of his prediction of 2 years ago about lithium-ion being the growth area in the power tool market, particularly for Makita's 18v range. - Mark asks the guys to name the power tool that is now available in a cordless version which has surprised them. A big thanks to Ray and Martin for their expertise and hospitality during our visit! Some photos of the tools are below. | 23 9 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #96 - Hand Tool Olympics, Leica Guide and New Makita | Mark and Neil keep it brief this week with a round up of the events held at the 2011 Hand Tool Olympics, plus we've made available a PDF of the Leica Disto buying guide, which you can download here. Neil also teases us with some of the new Makita power tools that will be coming out over the next few months! Download | 16 9 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #95 - Brand New Bosch Tools Revealed! | Neil and Mark unveil the list of brand new power tools that are coming our way from Bosch during quarter 4 of 2011! The list is extensive, but includes some absolute belters and we'll be visiting Bosch early in October to see these tools in action, so we'll get plenty of videos and photos in due course. Download In this week's show (video highlights are here): - Mark still believes the new Metabo pen is better than the old one (and congratulations to the winner of our Metabo goodie bag on our Facebook Page!) - Neil runs through the list of brand new Bosch power tools for Q4 in 2011, including a 10.8v angle driver, a universal shear (GUS10 - links to Bosch's German language product page), again with a 10.8v lithium-ion battery. - GGS18v straight grinder (links to Bosch's German language product page), an 18v nailer and an 18v band saw. - very exciting, Bosch also announce another addition to the GOP family, the GOP 300 S CE which will likely have a 300W motor and tool-less accessory change feature. - GST140 jigsaw, GKT55JCE plunge saw, a first from Bosch, and it'll come with a guide rail, and the one so many of you have been waiting for, the Bosch GCM12 GDL. - Also look out for the Bosch GTS10J table saw which will have an optional leg stand available. - Plus a whole new range of GSR screwdrivers and a new GMS100 detector. - In other news, Mark is off to visit Makita at their UK HQ to spend two days shooting videos and taking photos of their brand new power tools, so keep your eyes on the blog and YouTube for the latest! - Have you seen our multi-cutter buying guide, including interactive walkthrough? Check it out here. - Mark nearly gets bitten by a red spider.... - Finally, check out our brand new range of stock from Big Dug shelving and racking! | 12 9 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #94 - Hi-Vis, Milwaukee and Metabo Radios | On this week's edition of the world-famous Toosltop's Power Tool Cook Book podcast Mark displays his poor lack of World Cup knowledge, compared to Neil's. Big John once again handles the video camera, so you can check out a video highlight on YouTube. Download - Mark rebuts a comment received on our YouTube video of the Metabo RC12 10.8v video - Neil lets us know that a large consignment of Milwaukee power tools has arrived in the Toolstop warehouse, click here to see what's available! - Mark and Neil chat about the "scourge" of hi-vis jackets and vests! Plus find out who invented the concept of hi-vis clothing from our blog post all about....hi-vis clothing! - Neil names and shames the Belgian-based company who appear to flaunt European rulings on health and safety! - We get to hear about Neil's friend who was mistaken for being one of the horse owners at a race meet due to the way he was dressed. So, we'd love to hear from you on Facebook about the instances where you've been mistaken for a person of authority due to wearing hi-vis gear. - Toolsinaction's write up on Metabo, if you've missed it, check it out here. - Finally, on the subject of Metabo, we've got some new Metabo product videos on YouTube! Check them out here. | 5 9 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #93 - Social Media Feedback and Job Lights | Neil and Mark spend some time addressing some of your feedback and questions as submitted via either YouTube, our blog, Twitter or Facebook. Download - power tool memories and Olly's response - comments on YouTube, particularly about Metabo's tough-test and the Bosch DLE70 (plus, remember to RFTM! See Neil's mug on the video) - we have a breakthrough in figuring out how to adjust the Hitachi job light (see the video). A full blog post will follow soon! - what should you do if you get some chuck wobble on your drill? Neil explains... - Mark shares what happened to the family's laptop last night. It involves Fanta. At the end of the day, this is the reason Steve Jobs has quit - we discuss how Toolstop tries to handle customer service issues on Facebook - finally, which came first; the chicken or the egg? | 30 8 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #92 - New Milwaukee Tools, Zombies and Metabo Pens | Neil and Mark are joined in the Toolstop podcast studio by none other than Big John. However, as usual, he wasn't "on the mic", but was instead "behind the camera" shooting some exclusive behind-the-scenes video of the podcast being recorded. Like sausages and justice, you shouldn't really see how podcasts are made, but if you've got a strong enough stomach, you can have a peek at ours here. Download In the meantime, however, Neil and Mark chat about: - the new Milwaukee power tools - Brangelina being in Glasgow shooting a zombie movie - the Toolstop Utterly Awesome Summer Prize Giveaway - which is better: the new Metabo pen (Mark's choice) or the old Metabo pen (Neil's choice) - buy cheap or buy pro? - Mark advises on whether a mankini is comfortable on the beach or not - what do Nick Nowles and Noel Edmunds have in common? Neil explains (#diysos) - what power tools do you spot when watching DIY SOS? - on next week's podcast we want to tackle some of the questions and feedback you offer via social media, so get in touch either via the blog, Twitter or Facebook. Or leave a comment on our YouTube videos - finally Big John chimes in on which Metabo pen he prefers | 22 8 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #91 - New Tools from DeWalt | It's edition 91 of the world-famous power tool podcast from Toolstop, Neil and Mark have a chat about: Download - ToolGuyd's article on Metabo's Impuls feature (link to our blog post) - New power tools from DeWalt including: - DWP849X polisher, featuring 150 or 180mm polishing disks, adjustable side handle and D-handle and rubber over moulding to protect whatever you're polishing from accidental scuffs or scratches - DWS780 compound slide mitre saw with 305mm blade, bronze rails, quick release bevel stops, mitre lock and electronic speed control - DW089K 3-way self-levelling laser with heavy duty metal front housing to protect the laser. However, it's worth comparing to Makita's SK102Z, especially in terms of price. That being said, if you're a DeWalt nut, you won't be able to see past it | 13 8 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #90 - Our Trip to Metabo Part 2 | We continue our round-table chat with Metabo's Kyle Leitch at the power tool company's Southampton base. In this episode we cover: Download - Metabo RC 14.4-18 FM/AM cordless radio - with charge function! This is a fantastic job site radio that'll charge your batteries, run off of your batteries and allow you to power your corded tools, as well. And it's robust, as we discuss how we tried to break it... - Impuls. Watch out for a blog post about Impuls soon. In the meantime we've got a video that explains what it is and how it works. But we ask Kyle to explain it to us. - KGS216M. This compound mitre saw from Metabo is one of Neil's favourites. As Kyle explains, while this is an entry level mitre saw, it lacks nothing that a professional would expect. - we try and pick Kyle's brains about the new power tool innovations we can expect from Metabo over the next year or so...As you'd expect, keep your eyes open for big increases in the cordless domain. Plus look out for a new RC12 cordless job site radio, a mobile KSU leg stand for mitre saws, a large band saw and an M-Class vacuum cleaner. All before the end of the year! - plus we find out what Kyle's favourite Metabo power tool is. Let's just say it's small, powerful and has a 2-speed gear box. Oh, and an angle attachment... | 6 8 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #89 - Our Trip to Metabo Part 1 | Neil and Mark have finally managed to travel to Southampton to visit our friends at the awesome Metabo Power Tools. Download We spent the first day on site with them taking a close look at: - Metabo W22-230 - Metabo bench grinders - Metabo UHE2650 multihammer drill - Metabo maX12 cordless combo kit (which we think you'll love) We also got our first look at the latest innovation from Metabo, the cordless MAG 28 LTX 32 cordless magnetic core drill. So, we were joined on the podcast by product manager Kyle and marketing co-ordinator Joe and we chatted about the history of Metabo, their ethos, the core areas they're expanding into and how their new CEO is a product man, through and through. We'll have more from them next week! In the meantime, check out our Facebook Page for some exclusive video content from the trip. And remember to "like" our page to be in with a chance of winning a prize from our utterly awesome summer giveaway... | 29 7 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #88 - Prizes Galore! | Mark and Neil grab a mug of hot beverage each and settle in the newly tidied Toolstop studio to have a chat about: - Toolstop's Utterly Awesome Summer Prize Giveaway. If you haven't checked it out yet, best get on it. By simply liking our Facebook Page you'll be in the running to win one of 7 prizes, including a Makita DAB radio, a Mont Blanc pen, or even an iPad! - the new Bosch Bob community with the handy forum, check it out here. - our visit to Metabo, which starts on Tuesday 26th July. We'll be in the Metabo UK HQ for two full days, so if you've got anything you'd like to ask the Metabo team, please let us know, preferable via the Facebook Page. Download Have a great weekend, we'll check in with you next week from Metabo. | 22 7 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #87 - Mankinis and Man Caves | Mark and Neil convene in front of the mics for another podcast all about power tools and general tomfoolery. Download This week the guys cover: - Amazon Payment at the Toolstop checkout - Using DIY and power tools to get fit just in time for your summer holiday - Impressing the "ladies" with Makita tools. We do apologise if we give any of you nightmares with all the references to dark man caves full of power tools...The imagery is slightly scary. - Bosch's 2011 Woodworking promotion. Buy power tools, collect points, redeem against more power tools! - Our forthcoming trip to visit Metabo in Southampton. If you've got any questions for the Metabo power tools team, or if you've got any Metabo products you'd like us to make a video about, please let us know here on the comments or on our Facebook Page. | 15 7 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #86 - New Makita Power Tools for 2011 | Mark and Neil chat about what Bosch are bringing to the power tool market this summer, and a great chance to win £500 worth of Metabo power tools. Click here for info on that (the answer is 18 hours, by the way...) Download Plus we round up some fantastic summer deals from Metabo. We learn that Neil has a new head of hair, just in time for his interview for DIY Weekly... Remember to read our DeWalt DW743N flip over saw product guide. This was a tool we weren't prepared to let Neil loose on! Finally, we get around to talking about one new tool in particular from Makita. It's one that's been hotly anticipated and we're certainly impressed by what Makita have brought to the market in the BKP180 RFE cordless 82mm planer. In our opinion it's the Makita KP0800 with the power cord cut off.... Then we cover the Makita JV0600 orbital action jigsaw and the features that come as standard on this new tool. There's also a new, funky looking (and robust) Makita SK102Z laser. | 8 7 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #85 - Senco in the House | This week Neil and I were joined in Toolstop Podcast studio by two very special guests. First off was Steve Dodwell, the national dealer manager for Senco. And then we had....the boss's daughter! Download So, while on our very best behaviour we had a chat about: - Senco's latest fusion technology nailers (read more about the F18 Fusion here) - what Senco have in the pipeline in terms of new technology and product development - Steven's favourite power tools If this has given you a taste for all things Senco, then please be sure to check out our videos on YouTube. | 29 6 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #84 - One Project Closer | This week on the Toolstop Podcast we welcome an overseas guest in the form of Ethan from oneprojectcloser.com. Ethan explains what went down at the Craftsman DIY Bloggers' Summit (click to see the photos) at the Craftsman Experience and how he managed to win an iPad from Bosch! Clue: see the photo below... Ethan tells us what he likes about the brand new sander from Bosch, the GEX 125-150AVE. As we've already noted, it's a belter. Sticking with Bosch, we're left in no doubt about Ethan's love of the Bosch GTS1031, but he also lets us know about the mancave he's building. That makes it sound a bit creepy, but in reality it's the oneprojectcloser.com workshop. A big project Ethan and the oneprojectcloser.com team are involved in that allows them break out the power tools regularly is Habitat for Humanity, a worthwhile cause if ever there was one. If you want more info from the oneprojectcloser.com guys, we wholly recommend you check out their blog. It has reviews, insights, how-to articles and some great looking photos of power tools in action. Find it here. You can also connect with them on Facebook and follow them on Twitter. Big thanks to Ethan for joining us on the podcast, we hope to have him as a guest again in the future. | 23 6 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #83 - Bosch GOP Celebration Week! | This week has been a sort of Bosch GOP celebration week here on the Toolstop blog. To round things up in that regard, we asked Bosch's Malcolm Kilpatrick to explain what Bosch intended the GOP to be used for and to give us an overview of the range of accessories that are available. Check out our feature on the latest GOP - the Bosch GOP 250CE Professional. And remember our Bosch GOP accessory buying guide. <a href="http://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/toolstop-power-tool-cook-book/id336598967"><img title="Toolstop Podcast" src="http://www.toolstop.co.uk/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/06/toolstop_podcast_logo2-150x150.jpg" alt="Toolstop Podcast" width="150" height="150" /></a>This week has been a sort of Bosch GOP celebration week here on the Toolstop blog. To round things up in that regard, we asked Bosch's Malcolm Kilpatrick to explain what Bosch intended the GOP to be used for and to give us an overview of the range of accessories that are available. Check out our feature on the latest GOP -<strong><a href="http://www.toolstop.co.uk/blog/2011/06/14/brand-new-bosch-gop-250ce-professional/" target="_blank"> the Bosch GOP 250CE Professional</a></strong>. And remember our <strong><a href="http://www.toolstop.co.uk/blog/2011/06/15/bosch-gop-accessories-a-buying-guide/" target="_blank">Bosch GOP accessory buying guide</a></strong>. [podcast]http://www.toolstop.co.uk/blog/2011/06/14/brand-new-bosch-gop-250ce-professional/[/podcast] <strong><a href="http://www.toolstop.co.uk/blog/2011/06/14/brand-new-bosch-gop-250ce-professional/" target="_blank">Download</a></stron[/podcast] Download | 17 6 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #82 - The Best in Class | Neil and Mark venture once more down Bosch Way with Carl as they continue their exploration of Bosch's latest power tool offerings, including: - the Bosch GCM 10 J mitre saw - the Bosch GCM 8 SJ mitre saw - Neil has a rave about the Bosch GTA 2500 leg stand - we continue to discuss wood working tools with the Bosch GST 18v-Li jigsaw (link is to our YouTube video, plus see our jigsaw blade buying guide) - we then progress to our unboxing of the GEX 125-150 AVE sander - finally, we move onto multi-use tools when we discuss the Bosch GOP 250CE and the cutters and blades available, such as the 3 Max Download Now, we have a challenge for you. We want you to count the number of times Carl says that the Bosch tools are the "best in class", "fastest in class", "shortest on the market", etc etc etc. Count them up, and tell us your answer on our Facebook Page! And we round up this week by letting you know where Big John is going for his holidays. | 10 6 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #81 - DeWalt XR Power Tools Are Here | Mark and Neil excitedly discuss the brand new range of power tools launched by DeWalt with DeWalt's John Westland. DeWalt are calling them "XR", which stands for eXtreme Runtime and the technology centres around the "intelligent switch" system, which - coupled with the "tough outside" construction - designed to allow you to run your power tools to an extreme level without destroying them. We've put all of the new product videos on YouTube. Check them below. On the podcast John explains how the new charger will work, how the intelligent switch draws the power the tool needs from the battery without allowing you to damage the motor and the fact that the same handle is used across the range, thus giving you an improved ergonomic experience. Also, DeWalt are launching a new range of tool boxes, the ToughSystem. Expect to pick up your new XR tool in one of these boxes. More info coming soon from the Power Tool Spy. Download Plus, find out what Toolstop's John is up to this weekend. | 2 6 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #80 - XR Tools and the Super-Injunction | Neil and Mark reminisce about their trip to see DeWalt's brand new XR range of lithium-ion powered tools (see our overview video, but don't mention the super injunction!). We get a bit side-tracked when we overview the Premiership results instead... Download But then we discuss what's new in these XR power tools from DeWalt, and how the intelligent switch is going to allow you to get all "extreme" with your power tools, but not destroy them. Neil gives us an overview of the ToughSystem boxes from DeWalt. Who knew we could get so excited about a tool box? We wrap up with a chat about how our "how to choose a router from DeWalt" buying guide. Plus, as a bonus, we find out what John was up to this weekend. | 30 5 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast Edition #79 - All About the New Bosch Power Tools | In this edition of the Toolstop Podcast, we sat down with Bosch's Carl in their UK training centre and asked him to take us through some of the brand new power tools Bosch have brought to market in Q2, including: GSB18VE 2-Li RobustSeries GSA 10.8v-Li recip saw (see our buying guide) GOS 10.8v-Li inspection camera GAS 15 L vacuum cleaner/dust extractor (ideal for draining radiators!) GLM80 laser range finder with inclinometer GAM220 MF angle finder Download Carl also explains who, ideally, would benefit from having these tools in their kit and outlines some of the safety features Bosch have built in to the tools, making sure they're going to run and run and run, even if you enjoy abusing your tools...! And did you know that a jigsaw is only as good as the blade it's using? Carl talks us through why that's the case. Plus, check out our buying guide. Also, how best should you use the pendulum action on your jigsaw? Carl shares his tips. | 19 5 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #78 - DeWalt Power Tools Exposed! | On this week's podcast we sat down with John from Dewalt. He is Dewalt's UK and European training manager, and there's nothing he doesn't know about Dewalt power tools. He started work with Dewalt 14 years ago, so we asked him what, of the latest range of tools the company has produced, he's particularly impressed with. He listed: - Dewalt DE7033 Heavy Duty Short Beam Mitre Saw Leg Stand - Dewalt DE7035 Heavy Duty Work Support Stand - Saw Horse - Dewalt D26204K 8mm (1/4in) Combination Plunge & Fixed Base Router - Dewalt DCT410 inspection camera with 10.8v battery - Dewalt DCT414 10.8v thermometer John also shares one of his most embarrassing moments as a demonstrator for Dewalt, plus talks about how he's seen the technology continue to improve during his 14 years with the company. He explains the innovation Dewalt are employing in their range of hammer drills, including the manufacturing processes, the changes to gear box structure, and much more. But what would be his favourite Dewalt power tool? You'll need to listen to find out! John will be joining us again in a few weeks to talk, in-depth, about the brand XR range of lithium-ion powered tools from Dewalt. Exciting stuff! | 13 5 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #77 - Buying Guide for Tile Drill Bits | On this week's podcast we combine our usual banal chat with news that we're visiting Bosch and DeWalt next week, so get your questions in for us to ask them on our Facebook Page, plus we were joined by Malcolm Kilpatrick from Bosch, and asked him to explain how users should decide which drill bit to buy that will most effectively drill into tiles. Download. This is becoming a more common problem, that of tradespeople having to drill holes into porcelain tiles. Porcelain tiles are traditionally very hard to drill into, not just because of their surface, but also because of the risk of breakages. The popularity of these tiles, not just on kitchen and bathroom walls, but nowadays more often on floors, meaning that tradespeople are faced with tricky cuts and drills into a hard, often slippery, surface. Bosch offer 3 solutions: 1. The cheapest is the Bosch multi-construction drill bit with a tungsten carbide head which forms a multi-purpose tip. The shaft is cylindrical with multiple diamond ground edges forming a steep spiral. These drill bits aren't specifically designed for porcelain, but are perfect for someone wishing to drill just a few holes to, for example, fit some bathroom fixtures. 2. Bosch diamond drill bit. This is a bit more involved as it needs to be water cooled as you drill, implying that you use a cordless drill! A cutter like this will allow you to drill 2o-30 holes. 3. Lastly we have Bosch's easyDry diamond drill bit. It's the most specialised offering from Bosch. Hard wearing, the oil filled drill bits will provide you with a high number of holes drill and is a lot less messier than the water cooled option above. The oil reservoir within the bit can be refilled, thereby extending it's life on the jobsite. See it in action in this video. The oil is released as the bit rotates in the drill. It doesn't spray all over your work piece, but it provides just the right amount of lubrication to drive the bit through the hard surface of the tile. All of these drill bits can be used in any standard, 1/2" chuck drill. As noted above, only use a cordless drill with water cooled drill bit. And don't use the hammer function on your drill; you'll be more likely to break the tile. | 12 5 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #76 - The Royal Wedding! | Mark and Neil catch Royal Wedding fever and gush enthusiastically about twin packs and pairings. We also hear from Malcolm about how to buy the correct circular saw blade. Please remember to check out our buying guide, and remember to check your height! It's also worth remembering that you can interact with Mark, Neil and the rest of the Toolstop team on Twitter, Facebook and YouTube. Enjoy the Royal Wedding and the bank holiday Monday! Download William - "I love listening to the Toolstop Podcast while quaffing Pimms at the polo ground. Don't you?" Kate - "Oh, yah! Doesn't everyone?!" Add your caption in the comments. | 3 5 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #75 - Choosing Jigsaw Blades | We asked Malcolm from Bosch to explain how to choose the correct jigsaw blade for the application you're undertaking. He explains what the different construction of the various blades mean and how they'll impact the job. Off the back of this, we've written a buying guide to break down the features and benefits to keep in mind when choosing a new jigsaw blade. Play or download. Have a great Easter weekend! | 22 4 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #74 - DeWalt Have Got a Leg to Stand On | On edition 74 of the Toolstop Audio Podcast, not to be confused with our chart topping Video Podcast, Neil and Mark run through some new accessories from DeWalt, including: they've launched a new leg stand, the DE7033, which DeWalt are claiming significant improvements over the previous DE7023 leg stand new features include a paddle lock, quick release detent paddle levers, all in a new compact, shorter design (1.12m - 2.6m fully extended), while holding onto some of the convenient features from the previous model, such as its attachment system. the main selling feature seems to be the fact that the DE7033 benefits from an almost telescopic ability to package down to 1.12m overall length. This means you can easily stow it in the boot of your car. Plus, it comes with a carry handle. DeWalt have also launched a new mitre saw workstation, the DE7035. The top beam is compatible with DeWalt's DE7023 mitre saw clamps, and will support up to 1200kg in weight. The legs benefit from quick release locks. Again, it looks like it's going to be a very portable, and stowable, piece of kit. Play or download We also launch a new Facebook competition. We're aiming to have 1000 "fans", or people who "like" the Toolstop Facebook Page, by the end of May 2011. What we need you to do is invite all of your friends to "like" our page, and once they do, to post their name(s) on the Wall. Everyone who has successfully had a friend "like" the page will be added to a draw to win a Makita t-shirt (watch the video!) and a Metabo torch, as endorsed by John... We also reveal the newest feature on the Toolstop website, namely DISQUS! We really want you to you interact with each other, particularly to review the tools you're buying and to give us feedback on our service, and also on how the tools are performing. It's also a great way to ask questions about the tools. In other news, Toolstop are top of the pods! The Gadget Show is currently running in London and as a result our video podcast episodes filmed at last year's Gadget Show is sitting in the #1 spot on iTunes shopping category! If you haven't subscribed to our video podcast, simply click here to get it in iTunes. You'll receive - for free - all of our product videos in high quality to watch on your computer or your iPod, iPad, iPhone or other media device. And as if that isn't enough, the Toolstop Blog has been listed on the Tools in Action's "Ultimate Tool Blog" in third place. Now, they claim their list isn't in any particular order, but we just have to wonder... Thanks to our friends at Tools in Action, and if you'd like to hear the Toolstop Podcast they guested on, click here. Finally, be sure to check out our Friday Recommended Reading list if you want some great content all about power tools this weekend! | 15 4 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #73 - A Fresh Bouquet of Bosch plus ToolGuyd's Ultimate Power Tool List | Mark and Neil run through another selection of brand new power tools from the Bosch stable. Download First up we have the Bosch GRL300 HV G rotational laser that comes with a green laser for greater visibility, particularly outdoors. Then we have the Bosch GRL400 HV, no green laser this time, but a greater range when used with the receiver. Bosch GOS10.8v Li-ion Professional Inspection Camera, which would have made it onto our inspection camera case study, had it been available then! However, it wasn't, but that doesn't mean that the GOS 10.8v Li shouldn't merit your consideration, particularly when considering the price point and the features it offers. It's also part of the Bosch 10.8v lithium-ion range of tools, so if you're already packing a couple of those batteries in your kit, the naked version of the GOS10.8v Li will suit you to a tee. After that we look at Bosch's new "sabre" saws, or recip saws as we like to call them. First off the GSA 1100E and GSA1300 PCE. Bosch claim "class leading low-vibration", particularly on the GSA1300 PCE with its anti-vibration handle. Both are packing lots of power and features, including LED job likes, ergo-handles, SDS blades and a "counter-balance" feature on the GSA1300 PCE which optimises the size of the machine versus its power. Staying with saws, we move onto a very affordable jigsaw offering from Bosch GST90BE. Bosch are pitching it at tradespeople who aren't going to be using a jigsaw all day, every day, but will regularly need a jigsaw to help them get the job done. The spec is professional, as you'd expect from a Bosch blue product, including quick-change SDS blade change, variable speed trigger with the 650w motor and a 4-speed orbital action. In other news, we'd posted a challenge to the Toolstop fans on Facebook for you guys to list your ultimate power tool kit. Stuart from Toolguyd responded with his list. Listen to find out what makes his ultimate power tool kit! And for those who are wondering, this is what Neil is dressed like for his holiday in England. | 8 4 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #72 - Derek from Telesteps | It's edition #72, contrary to Mark's announcement, as he and Neil are joined by Derek Gray from Telesteps, star of our most recent Telesteps videos, which are viewable on our YouTube channel. Download - The guys chat about Telesteps products, such as their loft ladder, and Derek explains, in simple terms, how to measure for the correct loft ladder for you and how your hatch has nothing to do with it. Watch the video here. - We discuss who should be using Telestep's top supports, and why. - What about the maximum weights the ladders can carry? Derek explain the rigorous certification processes that Telesteps products need to go through (EM131) and how they dictate 150kg at least. However, Derek claims they can beyond the recommendations... - We asked Derek to embark on the "10 second" challenge, keep your eyes on YouTube to see if he actually manages it. - Mark talks about how many Telesteps access products were squeezed into his smart (see below). - Neil shares his special party trick. | 1 4 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #71 - Go-Carts and Bosch Power Tools | Neil and Mark bumble their way through edition 71 of the Toolstop Podcast, and feature; - pancake sized snow flakes and Bosch lawn and garden tools - could you be our 500th subscriber on YouTube? - check out our Bosch lawn and garden videos along with our Metabo features on YouTube - the Bosch Boss! Click the image on the right for a larger view of the GSB and GSR 14.4 VE2-LI & 18 VE2-LI Professional robustseries combi drills and drill/drivers. The 18v version produces 85Nm of torque and will drill 45mm in wood - Mark does a quick compare/contrast between the Metabo SXE450 TurboTec sander and the brand new Bosch GEX 125-150 AVE Professional sander. Fantastic looking sander, tons of features, including the ability to change the sanding pad. Bosch are making a big deal of the extremely low vibration levels, too - The ToolGuyd is jealous because we'll have it before him, which makes a change! It's the Bosch GSA 10.8V-Li professional mini recip saw, complete with 10.8v lithium-ion rechargeable battery. We've been waiting for it for a long time, click the image on the left to see all the features - We also cover the specs of the new GAS 15 L professional vacuum cleaner, and Neil is particularly impressed with the GLM 80 Professional laser range finder, see the image below. Features include 360° tilt sensor, IP54 rating, measuring distance of 80m, and it can be combined with the R 60 with is a sort of spirit level on steroids; slot the GLM80 into the housing within the level and suddenly you can easily handle inclination measurements Finally, remember that you can apply to be part of the Bosch ProTeam, visit their website for more details. Have a great weekend! | 25 3 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #70 - Bosch Lawn and Garden | Neil and Mark have a chat with Roger from Bosch Lawn and Garden. Roger came to visit us with a lorry load of brand new Bosch lawn and garden tools on, what turned out to be, probably the worst day weather-wise of March so far. You wouldn't believe the snow! Anyway, we had a good rummage round Roger's tools then sat down for a chat over a nice meal that night. Download We talk about; - the brand new Bosch AKE 30 Li cordless chainsaw - Neil enthuses about the great new ergonomic features of the Rotak 43Li Ergo flex 36v cordless lawnmower. Roger explains the awards the ergonomics on the lawnmower have received. - Mark and Roger salivate over the Bosch Rapid 2000 Impact Shredder and how it gobbles your garden cuttings up and produces a fantastic, compost ready mulch. - Roger outlines the new innovations found in the Bosch hedge cutters, and explains the criteria you'll need to establish before you buy one. Plus he explains what ABS is and why it's so essential to Bosch hedge cutters. - Roger also explains the turbine cutter and safety innovations in the Bosch AXT23 TC and 25TC shredders. - Another great innovation from Bosch Lawn and Garden can be found in their Aquatak Clic high pressure washers, including the 'click' cable and hose system, and the amazing 'torsion flex' hose. All in all we had a great time with Roger, but it was a real pity about the whether. That being said, we'll be bringing you loads of demo videos of the new Bosch Lawn and Garden range, and you'll find them over on Toolstop TV. | 18 3 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast Edition #69 - Mark Loves Sanders | Neil and Mark have a chat about the brand new power tools released by Bosch during Q2 of 2011; exciting new options and we'll have more details right here on the blog! Bosch GSA 10.8v recip saw Bosch 10.8v inspection camera Bosch GSA 1100 & 1300 recip saws Bosch GAS 18L vacuum/dust extractor Bosch "The Boss" 18v cordless combi-drill Plus, we exclusively learn that Mark loves sanders! We hosted Mr Metabo while he emo'd their fantastic SXE450 TurboTec sander with "added elbow grease" and dual oscillating function which allows you to get a extremely high polish on whatever surface you're sanding And finally we unearth the man who makes Julia Roberts look like a "Pretty Woman"! Download | 11 3 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #68 - Tools in Action | Neil and Mark are joined this week on the podcast by Tools In Action Guys! We have a chat about how they started their website, the sort of tools they enjoy using, how they get a hold of their tools and how their website is commonly used. We also ask them to identify their favourite tools and what they think will be the "next big thing" in tools in 2011. Download the podcast here. Keep up to date with our latest power tool news on the blog, and remember to check out our inspection camera battle! | 7 3 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast Edition #67 – Pay 4 Later, DeWalt and Neil’s Garden | Toolstop Podcast edition 67 where you get to hear a snippet from the new Toolstop jingle! Neil and Mark run down the following; Full details on Pay 4 Later, making Toolstop the only company in its sector to offer interest free credit on orders over £500. Neil gloats about Roger from Bosch coming to demo their gardening tools on his garden! A reminder about this week's guest blog post by Olly Parry-Jones, remember to check out his website! The Queen of 10.8 visited the Hub today to show off some of DeWalts new 10.8v tools, including a new inspection camera and a thermometer. Keep your eyes peeled on Toolstop for more details. Download or click below to play. We hope you have a great weekend and remember to check out the Toolstop TV channel on YouTube and rate the podcast on iTunes! | 25 2 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast Edition #66 - Rambletastic | It's edition 66 of the Toolstop Power Tool Cook Book Podcast! Download it here. Neil and Mark have a bit of a ramble on this edition of the Toolstop Podcast, covering; Buying guides. Neil runs us through the content of the latest buy guide from Toolstop covering mitre saws. This is a feature that will be live on our blog very, very soon. Here's a sample: Cutting on a sliding action allows you to cut longer pieces. As with blade size, check the specs of the saws you’re looking at to see the capacities of cut they will do for you. If you plan to be cutting mainly dado, you won’t need to slide too much and the capacity needed will be less. However, if you plan to be cutting fencing posts you’ll need a bigger blade and a bigger width of cut capacity and therefore a sliding mitre saw is for you. Saws without a slide function are sometimes referred to as chop saws or cut-off saws. Stanley and Black and Decker report a killer 4th quarter Innovation in power tools, particularly with the RIDGID TC-40 turbo cordless pipe cutter Remember to subscribe to our YouTube channel! And finally, here's a photo of Neil's rawl plugs and his favourite new product catalogue: | 18 2 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast Edition #65 - Part 2 From RIDGID in Leuven | Part 2 of our chat with the RIDGID guys in Leuven today. We were joined by Enver, Walter, Mike and John (stars of our recent YouTube video). Download. Enver is one of the product managers at Ridge Tools and was delighted to show us some of the brand new laser and measuring tools available from RIDGE. Check out the challenge we posed Mike and John on using RIDGE ratchet cutters verses their new cordless cutter. Enver points out that the RIDGE TC40 is ideal for installers and plumbers who use multi-layered pipes. We also reference the massive range of pipe cutters we demo'd in this video. John explains some of the history behind the product of the hand tool RIDGID are perhaps best known for, and most certainly launched the company, the pipe wrench. See the entire range of RIDGID pipe wrenches we stock here. Enver fleshes out our knowledge of the P-TEC 3240, including explaining why RIDGID feels this is a revolutionary piece of pipe cutting kit. We move onto the ratchetting pipe cutter and Mike explains the concept behind its design and who would benefit from having it in their toolkit. See our video. Mike also shares some of his passion for RIDGID threading and grooving machines, including the fabled, 40-year-old 300 machine. At first we thought they were Doctor Who-style fazer guns, but, as Mike explains, they're actually RIDGID SeekTech tracers, which, bizarrely enough, are favourite's of his young daughter, something Walter picks up on as being a key benefit to the tool; how easy they are to use. A huge thank you, once again, to the RIDGID team in the UK and in Belgium for their time, hospitality and expertise on our trip. In other news, keep your eyes peeled for a revolutionary breakthrough exclusive to Toolstop that'll change how you buy power tools! We've also launched a service that'll make it easier for you to choose the power tools that're right for you and your job. Rather than being faced with potentially hundreds of cordless drill/drivers, for example, we'll be able to lead you to a selection of tools that'll help you make an informed choice, especially if you're on a budget. To avail yourself of our help, email powertoolsupport@toolstop.co.uk. If you use Skype, you can call us or send us an instant message to toolstop1. Finally, Neil gives us a sneak preview of some brand new Panasonic power tools. These are the Tough Tool IP range, and we're going to be putting them through their paces to see if they live up the "tough tool" label. | 10 2 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #64 - John Stark and Makita's New Tools | Neil is joined by Makita's John Stark to talk about the new range of Makita tools for 2011. Get each new edition of the Toolstop Power Tool Cook Book Podcast as a free download from iTunes. Click here! Makita now have 39 tools in their lithium-ion range, thanks to some new and improved offerings; BHP456 the replacement to the hugely popular BHP452 combi drill. The BHP456 promises to be a better all-round combi drill than the BHP452, which is saying something; the latter is one of our best selling products, so you guys obviously love it. Makita are reporting that the BHP456 boasts a more compact and lighter design, married to a more ergonomic grip. It's carrying 16 torque settings, plus drill, and will give you up to 22,500 blows per minute on high speed. Makita, as before, are offering their new tools in naked versions, so you're going to be able to upgrade according to your budget, keeping your existing lithium-ion batteries, simply slotting them into your brand new Makita power tools. One of the exceptions to this in the new range is the BVC350Z which is only available in a naked version. However, if you're already packing 18v Makita lithium-ion batteries you'll be able to use get full advantage of its 3 litre dust bag capacity, plus high/low air volume settings. It's worth noting that the BHP456 comes in an option that supplies 3 lithium-ion batteries with the kit. Therefore, you would be well equipped to power up the BVC350Z. The guys chat about Makita's unique 18v cordless slide compound mitre saw, the BLS713RFE. Featuring a 190mm blade that will allow you cuts of up to 300mm, 4 linear ball bearings supporting the 4 sliding poles, Makita are confident this is going to be a top seller. John explains Makita's thinking behind the brand new 10.8v lithium-ion powered circular saws HS300DZ & HS300DWE. No surprise, confined spaces factor highly! They also cover something that's unique to Makita, an 18v mitre saw. There are four in the range; LS1016L & LS1016 each with 260mm blades. Then we have the LS1216 and LS1216L, with 305mm blades. The signature features of these saws is the "deep cutting" and "exact cutting". John explains what these mean, but basically we're talking greater cutting capacities with greater stability. The guys also cover off the new range of outdoor power and gardening tools, including a blower, pressure washers and line trimmers! Next time on the podcast we'll bring you part 2 of our trip to Leuven to visit RIDGID tools where we'll meet Walter and the SeeSnakes. | 3 2 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #63 - Report From RIDGID Tools Part 1 | This is part 1 of our full report from our visit to RIDGID. You can listen to us talk about RIDGID Tools with Mike, John and Walter from Ridge Tool Company on the podcast. Download Neil and I have travelled the globe visiting the bastions of power tool design and manufacturing with the sole purpose of bringing power tool lovers, via the magic of the interweb's tubes, the latest and best in blog posts and videos. Well, when I say "travelled the globe" that's only true if you count Milton Keynes as another country. Yes, we've been to Bosch in Denham, Makita in Milton Keynes, Draper in Southampton and now we've visited the seat of European parliamentary power, Brussels. Brussels. Home of mussels, sprouts, beer, chocolate and eurocrats. However, we didn't stay there too long. Once RIDGID's Mike was allowed through customs (which gave Neil and I enough time to sample a couple of Belgian exports - see right), we were off down the road to Leuven, European base to pipe-wrench purveyors Ridge Tool Company, better known to us as RIDGID. Right away we felt completely at home, a feeling that was helped by the fact that everyone we met spoke better English than us. And that it was peeing down with rain. Home from home. However, we checked into our hotel in the centre of Leuven, once Ridge Tool's John had manage to negotiate the narrow, cobbled streets that were choked with parked bicycles (he only went down one pedestrian precinct. Oh, and a one-way street the wrong way. Pesky roadworks...), and then embarked on a quick recce to find an eatery that would allow us to sample the finest in Leuven hospitality. We settled on a rather grand affair situated on a wonky, cobbled thoroughfare of indeterminate age (it was at least 500 years old, but that's a rough guess) and were waited on by the quintessential European waiter. Open any dictionary to the word "waiter" and you'd see a photo of this guy. He was brilliant with his slightly haughty-yet-hang-dog laissez-faire, an attitude that said "Meh, here's your table. Here's your menu. And wipe your feet." The food was exceptional, of course. As was the local beer. In fact, it's hard to know what was most impressive about Leuven. The beer, of which there was hundreds of choices (see left for one example), the food, of which all previous power tool manufacturer excursions have met their match, the scenery, of which you were spoiled for choice; the pretty European bicycle riding students or the grand, Gothic spires of the town hall, or the hand and power tools on display in Ridge Tool's Leuven base. We've enjoyed the clinical beauty of Bosch's European training headquarters. We've felt at ease in the dusty technical workrooms of Makita's training facility. We've been overawed at the scale and scope of Sealey's product range and distribution warehouses. But with RIDGID we had it all; clean, European, technical efficiency. And that was just John's new Volvo 4x4. In truth, we are very impressed with Ridge Tool Company's operation in Leuven. First of all the training facilities were top-notch. What we expect from a tool company's training operation is simple; we name a tool. You quickly get the tool. You show us how to work the tool. We get to use the tool. And this all happens in a safe, well lit and ventilated space. With RIDGID it was "check", "check" and "check". Not only did they have what seemed like every single hand and power tool in the RIDGID catalogue to hand, they even had a team of guys available to us who knew everything there ever is to know about these tools and were able to show us, in a succinct fashion, how to use them and explain who'd benefit from owning them. Seriously, you cannot ask for more when you're on one of these fact-finding trips. First up we had Enver. He's a product manager. Traditionally, we expect product managers to be a bit prissy and overly protective about the products. You know, acting as if the product in question was actually birthed by them. Not so with | 28 1 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #62 - Metabo KGS216 PLUS! | This week Neil and Mark spoke to Paul from Metabo about their brand new power tools for 2011, including the KGS 216 PLUS sliding mitre saw. And then Neil broke it... However, Paul shares some inside info on the latest offerings from Metabo including: Metabo PowerMaxx maX 12 10.8V Li PRO Cordless Drill/Driver Metabo KGS 216 PLUS sliding mitre saw (see above...) Metabo SB 18 LTX Cordless Power Plus Implus Combi Drill Metabo STE100 630W SCS Quick Jigsaw - with Quick Blade Release We also learn that Metabo are releasing a 36v hedge trimmer in 2011! Metabo W22-230 230mm (9") Low Vibration Angle Grinder - with Dead Mans Paddle Switch Finally, Neil and Mark are heading to Belgium to visit Ridgid Tools! Keep up to date with us on the Toolstop Facebook Page and Twitter. | 21 1 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #61 - Chris from CEL & His POWERHandles | Mark and Neil are joined by Chris Elsworthy from CEL, the inventor of the Power8 Workshop. Download We pick Chris' brains about the newly arrived Power8 Workshop, powered by lithium-ion. Other new products in the line include: POWERHandle AC (see our YouTube video) A 20" battery powered lawnmower! Chris also divulges some top secret future products from CEL... Neil and Mark wrap up with a reminder about our winning Best International Award from CopTool and our Android mobile app! Get all of our podcasts from iTunes for free. | 13 1 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #60 - DeWalt Sneak Peaks | Mark and Neil are back for the first Toolstop Power Tool Podcast of 2011, it's edition 60. While we await delivery of the brand new stable of tools, Neil unveils some sneak peaks of DeWalts 2011 offerings. So far the focus is on routers and diamond drills. But if you click here you'll see the full list of new DeWalt tools for 2011. You can always claw back some of the extra 2.5% VAT that's been added to UK prices by visiting MyVoucherCodes.co.uk. You could save yourself a packet! Remember to rate and subscribe to the podcast on iTunes. Giving us a review and rating is the best way to make sure new people get to hear us! | 7 1 11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #59 - Emily and Erin from NRHA | This week Neil and Mark are joined by two of the NRHA team, namely Emily and Erin. We have a chat about; why windshields freeze in winter thanks to budding meteorologist Erin! what NRHA is the power tools that are selling well, where and how, in the States why the Americans are so taken by lithium-ion batteries plus the girls share some of their DIY stories The guys also run down some of Bosch's new measuring and detection tools for 2011. Stay tuned for more exclusive info! It just remains to wish all of our listeners, readers and customers a fantastic Christmas and very prosperous New Year! We'll speak to you again in 2011. Download. | 23 12 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #58 - Awards and Prizes | Edition 58 of our weekly power tool podcast. This time around we reveal the winner of the Toolstop Power Tool Oscars and the winners of our Christmas Card Competition. Download it. We also exclusively reveal some of the amazing power tools we can expect to see from Bosch in the 1st quarter of 2011. Subscribe to the Toolstop Podcast in iTunes and remember to give us a review! | 17 12 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #57 - A Winter Round-Up | It's the 57th edition of the Toolstop Podcast and first things first, we'd love to get your ratings and reviews on iTunes! Please click here. Download the podcast. This week we cover; Bosch gardening tools Makita BMR101 DAB radio Makita LXT202 kit Sealey AK694 64 piece socket set Draper Inspection Camera with outtake video | 10 12 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #56 - Ridgid Tools In the House | Today we were visited by Mike and John from Ridgid Tools. Such is the draw of the Toolstop Podcast that it took John 13 hours to get here. Listen to the podcast to find out if it was worth it! Download the podcast. In the podcast we discuss Ridgid's toolmaking traditions, we analyse the benefits of their pipe wrenches and their fairly recent divergence into tech tools such as their SeekTech and and SeeSnakes. We also mention their fantastic social media presence, including their forum and Facebok Page. | 30 11 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #55 - Steve Webb from Premier Diamond Products | It's another week and that means another fantastic podcast! However, sadly you're lumbered with Neil and Mark, so it's another week of pot luck. Download the podcast. In all seriousness, we've actually got some decent content for you; Xmas Card Competition - enter here to be in with the chance of winning a limited edition iPod Touch New from Metabo - PowerMaxx 12 10.8 v li-ion drill/driver Steve Webb - Steve explains what PDP (Premier Diamond Products) do and we ask him to share some funny anecdotes from the world of diamond drill bits Mark and Neil ponder over Chelsea's changing fortunes in the Premiership Remember to subscribe in iTunes to make sure you never miss an episode, and while you're there, please right a review! Reviewing the Toolstop podcasts on iTunes is an excellent way to help other people find us. | 26 11 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #54 - Stuart from Toolguyd | This time Mark and Neil are in front of the proper studio mics, and amazingly they sound just as bad as ever. But not because of the audio quality... Download the podcast. However, they're joined briefly by Stuart Deutsch of the excellent Toolguyd blog. Stuart says the following of Toolguyd; "I launched ToolGuyd because I wanted to provide a tool "guide" that could help others user their tools better and make more informed tool-purchase decisions. My intentions were to discuss my favorite tools, how to select the proper tools for a particular job, stuff like that. The blog has evolved from then as its visibility attracted more readers and the attention of tool manufacturers. Today, DIYers and pro tool users are most interested in news about the latest and greatest tools, so we place more emphasis on newly released and upcoming tools. We do occasionally receive review samples from manufacturers to test out, and I work hard to review the tools in as comprehensive, objective and honest manner as possible. What's the point in a review that cannot be trusted? Our reasons for occasionally linking to Coptool and other tool blogs vary, but here is a good example - http://toolguyd.com/2010/09/a-sneak-peek-at-milwaukees-new-m12-multi-tool/ . Jay attended a media event and took photos of Milwaukee's new oscillating multi-tool. I felt that our readers would be interested in the photos, so a few weeks later I posted them with Jay's permission. Yesterday I directed readers to another blog that I follow, Bolty.net, because they put together a nice tutorial on wire-tapping. One more example - a few months ago Jay broke the news about Bosch's new L-Boxx configurations, and you guys posted an excellent overview of them http://toolguyd.com/2010/06/first-bosch-l-boxx-tool-case-combos-announced/." The guys also chat about the massive new consignment of Draper tools that arrived today, Toolstop's new check-out system, and the football. Also, look out for a blog and video about Metabo's brilliant BS18 LTX Quick Li PowerExtreme drill/driver. Have a great weekend from everyone at Toolstop! | 19 11 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #53 - Ridgid on Toolstop and Bosch Cashback | Neil's got the sound effects out in force again this week as he and Mark have a chat about the latest from Toolstop. [podcast]http://traffic.libsyn.com/toolstop/Toolstop53.mp3[/podcast] Download the podcast. Grab the podcast's RSS feed. Bosch's cashback offer! Basically, buy a Bosch tool, fill out the form, send it off, Bosch send you back a cheque that you can spend on a quality gift item for your spouse. Here's an example. Two brand new products: replacing the Bosch DMF10 Zoom (here's what you guys had to say about it and here's our response) we now have the Bosch GMS120 professional multi-material detector. Video coming soon! And also from CEL the new PowerHandle AC (not currently available, we had a prototype!). This is going to turn your Power8 Workshop into a corded toolkit, and we discuss why this may be useful for you. Ridgid are now in the UK! This is a Toolstop exclusive; basically there's no other retailer in the UK from whom you can buy Ridgid tools. We're really excited about this as Ridgid is legendary. More on that soon. Sealey Power Products is on the agenda too. We've just taken in a huge stock of Sealey products. You may remember we paid them a visit in January. Again, more on Sealey very soon. iTunes! Toolstop are ranking very highly the iTunes store's "shopping" category, but we need you to get involved by rating our podcasts. Easiest way to do that is log into the iTunes store and search for "toolstop". Or click: Toolstop Video Podcast, Toolstop Audio Podcast. If you've got any feedback on Neil's sound effects, let us know in the comments! | 11 11 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #52 - 5 Xmas Gift Ideas (and it's still November) | Today on the Toolstop Podcast, we present the 1st of our 5 Xmas gift ideas, ranging in price from £18 to £300. There's something for that DIY/professional who has everything. Download the podcast. 1 - King Dick screwdrivers - good value, 1 screwdriver for all screws - 2 versions available with or without an insulated screwdriver, price from £18 (video) 2 - 10.8v Bosch Monster Kit - current price £300, but contains everything you'll ever need for work around the house for the DIY of professional (video) 3 - Makita 8391DWPETK - 18v combi drill which comes with 101 piece accessory set for less than 130 quid (video) 4 - Black & Decker AS36LN auto select screwdriver with magnetic screw holder. Coming with a 31 piece bitset for less than 30 quid (video) 5 - Bosch Ciso Secateur - take the strain out of pruning with this cordless power secateur. At 39.95 it's great value and comes with a holster and spare blade (video) Remember to vote in our Toolstop Power Tool Oscars 2010! | 5 11 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #52 - 5 Xmas Gift Ideas (and it's still November) | Today on the Toolstop Podcast, we present the 1st of our 5 Xmas gift ideas, ranging in price from £18 to £300. There's something for that DIY/professional who has everything. [podcast]http://traffic.libsyn.com/toolstop/Toolstop52.mp3[/podcast] Download the podcast. 1 - King Dick screwdrivers - good value, 1 screwdriver for all screws - 2 versions available with or without an insulated screwdriver, price from £18 (video) 2 - 10.8v Bosch Monster Kit - current price £300, but contains everything you'll ever need for work around the house for the DIY of professional (video) 3 - Makita 8391DWPETK - 18v combi drill which comes with 101 piece accessory set for less than 130 quid (video) 4 - Black & Decker AS36LN auto select screwdriver with magnetic screw holder. Coming with a 31 piece bitset for less than 30 quid (video) 5 - Bosch Ciso Secateur - take the strain out of pruning with this cordless power secateur. At 39.95 it's great value and comes with a holster and spare blade (video) Remember to vote in our Toolstop Power Tool Oscars 2010! | 4 11 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #51 - Bosch Grinders Are Better Than Wayne Rooney, and Other Stuff | Edition 51 of the Toolstop Podcast features Neil and Mark discuss last time's adventures in bringing Bosch, Makita and DeWalt into the same room, legal jitters asides. Plus we talk about the new range of Metabo cordless power tools that graced the Toolstop hub this week, and Neil lets rip on the new Bosch GOP250CE. We also unveil our plans for the Toolstop Power Tool of the Year 2010 awards, where you - readers and listeners - get to decide which power tool was top in 2010. Finally, what are our 6 reasons for believing that a Bosch grinder is better than Wayne Rooney? | 29 10 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast Edition #50 - it's a half century, featuring Bosch and Makita | On this landmark edition of the Toolstop power tool podcast, we invited DeWalt, Bosch and Makita to join us in the studio for a round-table chat about all things power tool. Unfortunately, DeWalt weren't able to be represented, but we were joined by; John Stark - Makita Tony Higgins - Bosch Malcolm Kilpatrick - Bosch Download the podcast. We thoroughly enjoyed our chat about the recent developments we've seen from both power tool companies (Makita and Bosch), including lithium-ion battery technology, the fact that power tools are getting smaller at the same rate they're gaining power, the favourite tools of each of the guys and the sort of tools they'd recommend you on the job site should be adding to your kit. We'd love to know your thoughts on what John, Tony and Malcolm had to say, leave a comment here! | 25 10 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast Edition #49b - A Recap of the Past Year | Following on from last week's ramble-fest with DIY Donny, we're bringing you a quick highlight edition featuring some of the stuff we've covered on the podcast over the past year or so, including some of the fun and interesting people we've met along the way. This week we hear from; Eric Streuli (Bosch) John Stark (Makita) Suzi Perry (Gadget Show) Lira Luis (architect) The Soundman Download the podcast. Also, listen back to edition #43 to hear Chris Elseworthy's experience on BBC's Dragon's Den. Next week on edition #50 we'll be joined in the study by representatives of Bosch, Makita and DeWalt for a celebratory podcast about all things power tools. Subscribe on iTunes to make sure you don't miss it! And make sure you give us your feedback in the comments, just click here. | 15 10 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #49 - Rambling With DIY Donny | Today on the podcast Mark and Neil are joined by newspaper columnist, radio presenter and star of Sky TV's "Celebrity Parent SOS" DIY Donny. Download the podcast. We admit to rambling a bit on this edition of the podcast, but hopefully you'll find it as entertaining and enlightening as you always do... You may also want to check out the Toolstop eBay shop, which you can find here! You never know, you may just pick up an absolute bargain power tool. | 7 10 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #48 - Bosch Innovation Roadshow | Mark brings us a quick round-up of the Bosch Innovation Roadshow which took place this week in Birmingham. We also hear from Bosch about the excitement they have over their new range of corded and cordless power tools that you'll be able to buy from Toolstop very soon! And yes, we talk about the new Bosch job site radio... We've going to be releasing a series of videos on the new Bosch tools on our YouTube channel, but in the meantime, we've put some photos on Facebook. Check them out. (Wondering about Craig's video? Here it is.) | 1 10 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #47 - Old Versus New | As mentioned here, we found a 'vintage' Black and Decker rotary hammer drill. This inspired us to talk about the differences between tools like this (from the early 1980s), including the materials they're made out of, safety features that are built in, including the likes of 'anti-vibration' control, something not present on similar spec of tools back then. [podcast]http://traffic.libsyn.com/tartanpodcast/Toolstop47.mp3[/podcast] Download the podcast. However, what was surprising, as we note on the podcast, is the different - if any - in terms of power output. We also discuss the various ways you can make sure you don't miss out on any great power tool deals from Toolstop; always check the front page of the website for the latest deals, including clearance offers sign up for the mailshot and receive an email each week with the latest offers from Toolstop become a Fan on our Facebook Page for our exclusive weekly Facebook deal | 23 9 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #46 - Bosch for Pros and DIYers | Mark and Neil chat about the videos of Tite-Fix's products, Screw-Tite and Tongue-Tite, check them out. On this week's podcast, we focus on using Bosch power tools, both for professionals and for keen amateurs, plus Neil updates on a trip he's making later this month to Bosch's launch event where they'll unveil their brand new tools. Download the podcast. Spending your hard earned cash on new Bosch power tools isn't something you're going to enter into lightly, so for professionals Bosch is giving you the chance to become part of their pro-product testing team. You get the chance to try the tools and then give Bosch your honest feedback. Click here to read reviews and to contact Bosch to get involved. Keen DIYers may wonder how they can get the most out of their power tools. Oftentimes we have a few jobs around the house that we know we'll be able to use our tools on. But in order to justify dropping a bit of extra cash on a Bosch power tool, such as their 'green' range, we'll probably want to make sure we've got enough jobs to justify the expense. Bosch have come to the rescue with a great DIY website that gives you some great projects to use your power tools on. Check it out, it's called "House of Bosch". Be sure to let us know what questions you'd like us to ask the DeWalt training team when we visit them next month, either here on the blog, Twitter or Facebook. | 16 9 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #45 - Tite-Fix and Evolution Power Tools | Edition 45 of the Toolstop podcast finds Mark and Neil in "God's country", AKA West Yorkshire, Haworth to be precise. The purpose of their trip was to learn more about Evolution power tools and Screw-Tite and they're joined by Jeremy Lynley and Jamie McNeil, all to a background of fine Timothy Taylor ales while ensconced in the Fleece Inn. Download the podcast. The guys spent the day making video podcasts about Evolution power tools, including the Hulk plate compactor and the Rage 3 mitre saw. We hear from the inventor of the Tite-Fix range of screws, including Screw-Tite and Tongue-Tite, Michael Wilkinson and he talks about the problems guys on the job site encounter when fixing using screws, and how he's come up with the innovative solution via Tite-Fix. We also cover why it's important to get and use the right fixings on the job and how you're going to save time and money by making the right fixing choice before you go onto the job site. Toolstop is now your number 1 source for, not only power tools, but the screws and fixings you use every day. Plus we touch on spirit levels, and how some people more than others get a kick out of them | 9 9 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #43 - Chris Elsworthy in the Dragon's Den | Mark and Neil are joined on the podcast this week by CEL UK's Chris Elsworthy, aka the brain behind the Power8 Workshop. Chris tells us about his experience on BBC TV's "Dragon's Den", plus gives us some info on the direction CEL UK are heading in terms of the development of their range of power tools. Download the podcast. | 26 8 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #42 - DeWalt's Subcompact 10.8v Cordless Tools | Neil and Mark excitedly talk about DeWalt's new 10.8v lithium-ion Subcompact range of power tools. See this video for more info. We'd love to get your opinion on these tools, let us know in the comments section. Download the podcast. We also chat to Makita workshop supervisor Derek Wenham about; a bit about his background common repairs hardest tools to repair should we hack our power tools? repairs we should tackle on our own are tools getting more reliable? tips to get the longest life from our tools Derek's car! See pic below | 18 8 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #41 - Colin Woolmer from Makita | Neil and Mark travelled south to Milton Keynes to spend two days at Makita's UK premises. During the trip they had exclusive behind-the-scenes access to Makita's new product line, plus the chance to speak to the repair department about the sort of end-user repairs and maintenance you can carry out on your power tools. More details to following. This week on the podcast we're joined by Colin Woolmer, one of Makita's trainers and someone who has over 20 years experience using, demonstrating and training people how to use power tools. Download the podcast here. You may also like our "Challenge Colin" videos on YouTube and some of our Makita trip photos on Flickr. | 13 8 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #40 - Ron Fox and Routers | image courtesy of Wealdon ToolOn week's podcast, Mark is joined by router expert Ron Fox, who takes us through, in detail; common misconceptions and errors people have and make about routers top tips on what to look out for when choosing a router, including some safety aspects to consider what Woodrat is Download the podcast. Ron's been teaching router workshops and writing about routers and wood working for many years and you can find him, among other places, at Wealden Tools, where he writes the router hints and tips section. If you'd like to get in touch with Ron, or ask him any questions about routers, leave a comment here on the blog and we'll pass it along! | 6 8 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #39 - Lock Up Your Power Tools! | Neil and Mark have a chat with Jay from Ohio Power Tool and the Coptool Blog about how business is Stateside, the biggest sellers and whether American power tools really are bigger than those in the UK. Download the podcast. Plus we touch base on some news on DeWalts financial performance in Q2 and Neil spots some news from Makita that he wants to investigate further when we visit them next month. And above all, remember - Lock your tools up! | 29 7 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #38 - Leica Dista DXT | This week we're joined, once again, by Lira Luis, as we discuss the new Leica Dista DXT laser meter. Download the podcast. Lira brings us up to speed on her latest project as Aspen/National Geographic Environment Forum Scholar, which you can read more about here, and we pick her brains about laser measurers in her role as an architect. Plus we play a short audio snippet from our video for the Leica DISTO DXT where we chuck a bucket of water over Craig Farrell to demonstrate its IP65 rating. Let's just say the Leica fared better than Craig...Video coming soon. Then we hear from Leica's Graham Reid as a I grill him on some of the marketing claims made about the DISTO DXT, plus he explains some of its unique features. Finally, Neil settles his World Cup bets, and you can get involved by letting us know who you think is going to win the English Premiership this forthcoming season. Get in touch here on the blog, or on Facebook or Twitter. | 23 7 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #37 - iPads and Power Tools | Mark is joined this week by Rob Dolby and they have a chat about Rob's conversion to DIY as means of saving cash. Rob's used laser mitre saws and he shares his tip on his best DIY investment; clamps! You can find Rob on Top of the Pods and Games Weasel. Download the podcast. We also have an interview with Doug from Soundman Car Audio about his installation of an iPad into a Toyota, the first time such a feat had been attempted. Of course, Doug and his team use...power tools. Watch the videos on his YouTube channel to see the range and variety, including Dremel multi-tools and Bosch jigsaws. Doug also tackles the issue of safety; is it actually safe to drive around with an iPad in your dash? Neil returns next week and we'll be hearing from Leica abou the new DISTO DXT laser meter and hopefully be joined again by Lira to get her take on this new product from Leica in her capacity as an architect. Remember to keep up-to-date with Toolstop on Facebook and Twitter. | 16 7 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #35 - The New Toolstop Offices! | Neil and Mark walk through Toolstop's new offices and we talk about the increased warehouse capacity to store new power tools, the social media hub where we'll be producing more videos and podcasts, and we chat to John Nixon, sales director, and Calum Kegg, managing director. Download. We also chat about a new range of Bosch power tools, an L-Boxx caddy and Hilti being awarded the Red Dot Design Team of the Year for 2010. | 2 7 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast Edition #34 - Lira Luis | Listen to the podcast [podcast]http://traffic.libsyn.com/toolstop/Toolstop_Podcast_34_-_Lira_Luis.mp3[/podcast] Download the podcast. This week Neil and Mark are joined via Skype by American architect Lira Luis. This interview came as a result of this Tweet from Lira; This led to a Twitter conversation about power tools and our invitation for her to join us on the podcast. Lira chats about the projects she's worked on, including her time spent on Frank Wright's Taliesin property where she used power tools to cut and finish limestone. Lira also comments on the Ryobi EWS1366 1350W 190mm (7 1/2") Laser Circular Saw 110V. Plus she tells us about a bed that's designed and is in the process of building (see photos below). Finally, Neil and I catch up regarding our teams' progress through the World Cup. Lira's Bed Design Remember, become a fan of Toolstop on Facebook if you haven't already. | 25 6 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #33 - Rob's Battery Powered Bike | On this edition of the Toolstop Podcast Neil joins us on the phone from Inversnaid where he and the guys were taking a break from walking the Westhighland Way, as seen above! We also hear from Clive of Draper's marketing department where he tell us some of the jobs and challenges he and the team face. And we phone Luxembourg to speak to Rob and his Bosch battery powered bike (click to view the blog post about 36v batteries v corded). Download the podcast. Hopefully Rob will send through some photos of his bike, but in the meantime here a few more from the sunny Westhighland Way. | 18 6 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #32 - Draper Tools | Neil had to travel to Southampton without me this time as he spent two days enjoying the hospitality of Draper Tools. I have to say, I'm jealous, having listened to some of the audio interviews Neil recorded. Draper is know for it's testing processes, and Neil catches up with the guys in the stress testing department, and also picks the brains of the warehouse managers regarding the technology they use to make sure the tools are delivered to you in a timely fashion. Technology is the order of the day and I'm looking forward to seeing the video footage from the trip, which we'll make available here, on YouTube and on Facebook. Download the audio. | 11 6 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #31 – Chris Elsworthy of CEL UK | Neil's back in the studio after his successful conquest of LEJOG, dodgy tan lines aside. This week we get Chris Elsworthy(link to his Twitter feed) on the phone to talk about a great review CEL UK received for the MultiPRO multi-tool in a woodworking magazine. We also try and pump Chris for any top secret info about his next range of power tool inventions. Listen below to hear what he had to say. And he lets us know about his search for the new TV face of CEL UK. Neil was delighted to find this article in DIY Week about our outdoor activities and spending habits, particularly in and around our gardens. No offense intended to our Aberdeen listeners. And always remember your PPE... Remember to check out the Tool Factor - do you have what it takes to be the new face of CEL UK? Check out CEL UK's gardening tools in this video; | 3 6 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #30 – LEJOGging Our Memor | As it's edition #30 of the Toolstop Podcast, we thought we'd take a trip down memory lane and hear what some of our brave interviewees cited as their favourite power tools. We also catch up with Neil as he continues to grind through the miles on his charity LEJOG cycle. Download and share. Remember to keep up with us on Facebook. | 28 5 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #29 - Stress Testing Power Tools | Time time around we're recording on a Tuesday as Neil is heading to Land's End on Friday to start his LEJOG. We'll bring you more on his journey in the next few days. Today we talk about stress testing power tools and we invite you to email in your stories of how you've stress tested your power tools on the job site. If you've got photos or video, even better! Send them all to Neil's email address - neil@toolstop.com We also feature an interview with David Bailey from the Motor Mouse (as seen on Dragon's Den). Download and share | 21 5 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #28 - New From Bosch | Mark and Neil settle their bets on the Premiership run-in and then have a chat about the latest range of power tools sent their way by Bosch. Check out our YouTube channel for all of the new content about these new Bosch tools. Download the audio. | 14 5 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #26 - The Great Outdoors | Neil discusses his plans to fully utilise the "great outdoors" this holiday weekend, plus we give you a brief overview of a couple of Bosch gardening tools that you should be getting a hold of before summer strikes for real! Lastly we hear about an electric bike that Neil fancies using for his upcoming LEJOG. Tools mentioned this time; - Bosch AHS54-20LI 36V 54cm Cordless Hedgecutter - Bosch Aquatak Clic 125 Pressure Washer 125 BAR 240V with Aquasurf Patio Cleaner Attachment Download and share, or subscribe on iTunes. | 30 4 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #25 - We Talk About Makita (Other Brands Are Available) | It's Friday, so that means another edition of the Toolstop Podcast. Neil and Mark talk about some of the feedback received on the blog about; - Makita LXT power tools - How To - Choose a Cordless Drill We want the discussion to continue, so link through to the blog posts and add your comments or give our voicemail line a call - 0203 239 8593 or on Skype @ toolstop1. We also hear from Nadia, the newest member of the Toolstop TV team. Download this edition.Toolstop Podcast #25 - We Talk About Makita (Other Brands Are Available) | 23 4 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Power Tool Podcast #24 - Gadget Show LIVE | Neil and Mark have a chat at the 2010 Gadget Show, where they cover the Grand National and talk about some of the videos they made at the show. You can watch some of the videos that Toolstop have released from the show on Toolstop TV. Download the audio. In this podcast we have a chat with the guys from RoboChallenge and they talk about how they harvest power tool parts to build their robots of….doom. We also caught up with Jason from The Centre for Computing History and we reminisce about Commodore 64s and whether technology will continue to impact our lives exponentially over the next 40 years. Finally, we hear from Mike from Kenwood and he explains the sort of ICE modification you should be making to your white van. Remember, Toolstop are available on the blog, Twitter and Facebook, so remember to keep up to date with all things power tool. | 16 4 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #23 - How to Choose a Cordless Drill | This week Neil and Mark discuss an article claiming the demise of DIY in the UK, place a bet on who they think will win the English Premiership and Neil talks about how to choose a cordless drill. Download and share Remember, Toolstop are with Black and Decker at the Gadget Show this weekend. You can get all of our podcasts on iTunes. | 9 4 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Special Edition – Toolstop @ Home Building and Renovating Show Part 2 | Neil and I were fortunate that we bumped into David Snell and Michael Holmes "backstage" at the recent Home Building and Renovating Show. They were taking a break from their busy schedule at the show, but were gracious to give us 10 minutes of their time to talk about self-builds, renovation and share their enthusiasm for the whole world of building your own home to your own requirements. Listen to our chat below. Download and share. David Snell has been a contributor to Home Building and Renovating magazine for over 14 years, while Michael Holmes is the current Editor-in-Chief of the magazine. You can follow the magazine on Twitter. | 6 4 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #22 - Suzi Perry and Adam Morley | Neil and Mark chew over the remaining interviews from the Ideal Home Show and Neil concludes his rundown of the latest Bosch power tools, this time focusing on Bosch's exciting new range of corded tools and air-powered tools. Plus, we speak to Suzi Perry from the Gadget Show ahead of our trip to the NEC for the....Gadget Show (see our Facebook Page for full details), and Neil speaks to Adam Morley of Ryobi. Download and share. | 1 4 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast - Home Building and Renovating Show Part 1 | In part 1 of our special edition podcast recorded live at the Home Building and Renovating Show, we bring you interviews with some of the tradespeople we met. Download and share. - John Thornton - Create Joinery - Nigel Sanderson - Sanderson's Fine Furniture and Joinery John and Nigel give their opinions on the brands of power tools they use, including the variety of tools they have by their side while working. They also offer comment on whether power tools have made their job easier or not, and whether power tools can be relied upon. - Patrick Cooper - Canada Wood Patrick gives us a few tips on how to best use cedar. - John Bradley - Electrical Safety Council John takes us through some common sense tips on electrical safety when using our power tools. On the next special edition podcast from the Home Building and Renovating Show, we bring you and in-depth interview David Snell and Michael Holmes of the Home Building and Renovating Magazine. | 31 3 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #21 - Charlie from Cub | Download and share. Neil and Mark chat about new the range of Bosch cordless power tools (videos to follow soon) and we interview Charlie from Cub. For more info on Bosch's ECP battery technology, have a look at this video. | 26 3 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #20 - Ideal Home Show with Black and Decker | Neil and I relax in the hotel bar after a hard day's browsing innovations for your ideal home. We were at the show with Black and Decker and the pods previously mentioned lived up to the hype, drawing in crowds of people who flocked to try out some great Black and Decker products. Download and share Remember to watch our videos on Facebook and YouTube. | 22 3 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Audio Podcast #19 - Nick Swash - THS Tool Group | Download podcast and share. Mark and Neil round up another week, this time focusing on new hand tools that have arrived on the Toolstop website. Faithful Right Cut Tape Measure and Saw Guide (watch the video) New Stanley hand tools on site Upcoming events - full details on Facebook! Nick Swash (THS Tool Group) interview (many thanks to Nick for taking time out of his busy schedule to chat to us) Remember, you can get all of the Toolstop Audio Podcasts for free on iTunes, just click here. We've also got our video podcast, our trip to Makita and our trip to Bosch, featuring in-depth product demos from the resident experts. | 12 3 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #18 - Malcolm Kilpatrick - Bosch | On this, the 18th edition of the Toolstop Power Tool Cook Book, Neil and I chat about; - upcoming Toolstop events (visit Facebook for full details) - user feedback on the Makita BHP 452 Combi Drill - Toolstop Chatelherault Highland Games (call 0844 893 1100 for tickets, plus see photo below) Plus we interview Malcolm Kilpatrick of Bosch who talks about Bosch accessories, what makes them the best, why it’s important to invest in quality accessories for your power tools, what’s coming out in 2010 and his favourite power tools. Remember, you can interact with Toolstop on Facebook and download all of our audio and video podcasts on iTunes.via toolstop.co.uk | 5 3 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #17 - Derek Gray - Telesteps | In this edition of the podcast, Neil and I cover; - the best job site radios (guess who won?) - latest "how to" video We also chat with Derek Gray of Telesteps. (Check out the blog discussion on how you guys are using Telestep products.) If you have some feedback on what we discuss on the podcast, you can phone our comment line. Just dial +44(0)203 239 8593 . Or if you use Skype, add us as a contact - Toolstop1. | 26 2 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #16 - Blog Reader Tool Reviews | Comment on the blog. Download and share. It's been great to read through the feedback we've received via the Toolstop blog, so on this edition of the podcast Neil and I cover some of the comments about the Bosch GSR 10.8v Li-2 and Telesteps Ladders. If you love power tools, get in touch; we'd love to interview you on the podcast. And remember, all of our podcasts are available - for free - on iTunes; - Toolstop @ Makita - Toolstop @ Bosch - Toolstop Video Podcast - Toolstop Audio Podcast | 19 2 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #15 - Who Made the Tea This Week? | It's another Friday afternoon and that means another podcast from Toolstop, featuring Mark and Neil. Download and share. On this edition we cover; - upcoming events Toolstop will be in attendance at - comments on the DeWalt DW087K - new Bosch products coming out in 2010; we'll have the demo videos first (have you check out the Toolstop @ Bosch video podcast?) - new Draper products - what top 5 lists would you like to see us cover? Email Neil - neil dot bruce at toolstop dot co dot uk Remember to look Toolstop up on; - Twitter - Facebook - Flickr - Google Buzz | 12 2 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Podcast #14 - Caravan Show | Download and share. Neil and Mark chat about the latest Toolstop news, including interviews with some of the representatives of Karcher, Black and Decker and Draper at the Caravan and Outdoor Show in Glasgow. | 5 2 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Audio Podcast #13 - RTFM! | On this edition of the Toolstop Power Tool Cook Book Podcast Mark and Neil cover; - Raising funds for Haiti - Get feedback via the blog; Bosch DMF10 Zoom Detector – What Do You Think? - Xmas card competition winner interview Download and share | 29 1 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Audio Podcast #12 - George Sealey | In this podcast, Mark and Neil talk about; Visit to Jack Sealey Ltd (Sealey Power Products) (click to see photo of engineer's workstation) Haiti appeal Get all of the Toolstop Power Tool Cook Book Audio podcasts for free on iTunes. And while you're there, check out our other podcasts; Makita Bosch Video Podcast | 22 1 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Audio Podcast #11 - Manny Barco | Play or download. On this edition of the podcast, Neil and I run through some of the latest things we've been getting up to here at Toolstop, including; forthcoming trip to Sealey new video series; fixing stuff and "love power tools" winner of the Xmas card competition interview with Bosch's Manny Barco get involved here on the blog! Caravan and Outdoor Leisure Show - come and chat to Toolstop at the show! | 15 1 10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Audio Podcast #10 | In the final podcast of 2009 we interview Makita's John Stark and we try and get some insider info on what Makita have planned for 2010. Download or subscribe in iTunes. We hope you have a fantastic and prosperous 2010. | 30 12 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Audio Podcast #9 - Eric Streuli from Bosch | In this edition of the Toolstop Power Tool Cook Book Audio Podcast we talk to Eric Streuli, Bosch's UK training manager and he gives us a tour of their training facilities at Denham. Download the audio file. Get the podcast in iTunes. Neil also mentions; Toolstop Tool Bags Jorgensen Clamps CH Hanson Level AEG Power Tools Check out our Christmas Card! Merry Christmas from the Toolstop Team! | 18 12 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Audio Podcast #8 - the 12 Days of Xmas and Harrogate Interviews | Neil and Mark summarise the special offers available on Toolstop this Christmas, plus we round up the heraldscotland.com Digital Business Awards and bring you 3 interviews with delegates attending the North of England Woodworking and Power Tool Show. Plus, remember to check out our blog, become a Fan on Facebook and subscribe to our video podcasts on iTunes; Toolstop Video Podcast Toolstop @ Makita Stay subscribed for more great interviews, including Bosch's Eric Streuli. | 8 12 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Audio Podcast #7 - Dip Powell | In this edition on the Toolstop Power Tool Cook Book Audio Podcast we recap the last couple of weeks, including info on our trip to the North of England Woodworking and Power Tool show, plus part one in a series of interviews conducted at Bosch's UK HQ. Play or right-click, download. Remember to become a fan on Facebook. | 27 11 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Audio Podcast #6 - Crawford Reid | It's Friday the 13th but we're not superstitious, hence a new edition of the Toolstop Power Tool Cook Book Podcast. Neil and I round up the Toolstop latest, plus bring you an interview with joiner-of-40-year Crawford Reid who shares his top 5 power tools. Crawford will be a regular feature of our video podcast, sharing tips and hints for using power tools effectively and how to get those DIY jobs done properly. If you're not already a Fan, please become one on our Facebook page. | 13 11 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Audio Podcast #5 | Toolstop's Power Tool Cook Book Audio Podcast Edition #5. Play or right-click, download. On this episode Mark and Neil have a chat about the latest power tools that have arrived in the Toolstop offices, including the Makita BHP452RFWX 18v li-ion Celebration Combi drill. We're also producing the Toolstop winter catalogue. If want to get a copy, sign up for our mailing list to guarantee you receive the special offers only available via the catalogue. Neil also runs through the new ranges of tools and equipment now in stock, including; • Armorgard storage and security • Alfra Drilling • new SIP products • Toolstop Toolbags Remember to follow us on Twitter and become a fan on Facebook. | 6 11 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Audio Podcast #4 - October Review Plus Interview With Paul Fennell | This is the 4th edition of the Toolstop Power Tool Cook Book Audio Podcast. Neil and Mark review the month of October, including highlight some of the product videos released during the month. Check out our videos on YouTube or subscribe to our video podcast. We look ahead to November where we'll be spending two days at Bosch's UK HQ and exhibiting at the power tool show in Harrowgate. We also feature an interview with SIP's Paul Fennell, who proves to be a good sport. Remember to check out our blog and follow us on Twitter. | 30 10 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Audio Podcast #3 - Graham White of Makita | On this edition of the Toolstop Power Tool Cook Book audio podcast we feature an interview with Graham White who manages Makita UK's enormous warehouse in Milton Keynes. We also preview the forthcoming event in Harrowgate where you'll be able to meet the Toolstop team, listen to the podcast for details. Remember to check out our blog and follow us on Twitter! | 23 10 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Audio Podcast #2 - Calum Kegg, MD of Toolstop Ltd | On this edition of our audio podcast, we interview MD of Toolstop Ltd, Calum Kegg. How did Calum get started at Noel Kegg? How was Toolstop Ltd born? What's a typical day at Toolstop and what ranks as most important for Calum and the team when dealing with their customers? These questions and more were answered by Calum in this week's podcast. You can gives us feedback on our podcast via our blog. We look forward to hearing from you. Get all of our audio podcasts via our RSS feed or on iTunes. | 19 10 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Toolstop Audio Podcast #1 - Ray Wilby of Makita - 6th October 2009 | It's the Toolstop Power Tool Cook Book Audio Podcast where we'll give you some great interviews, news and reviews of everything related to power tools, the people who use them and the companies who make them. In edition 1 we feature an interview with Ray Wilby (reluctant star of many of our Makita trip videos - see YouTube for details). He talks about how he ended up at Makita, what Makita offers in terms of training and the changes he's seen in power tool technology. Be sure to check out the Toolstop Power Tool Cookbook blog and follow us on Twitter. We also have discussions on our Facebook group. | 16 10 09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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