Recently we received one of Johnson’s 48" Magnetic BIG J Heavy Duty Aluminum Level 1501-4800 for review and our initial impressions were very positive. The construction is solid and very nice design with large viewing bubbles, rubberized end caps and even the comfortable center grips. The magnet along the side is a very nice feature, personally had never used a magnetic 48” level it’s like having 3 hands, I’ve seen the light. That being said we handed it off to one of our favorite contractor and long time Ohio Power Tool customer with a mission to try and break it. We will report back soon, in the meantime Johnson Levels has some other cool products like free Android Apps (Leveling Bubble & Visual Level) and just announced today a full line of measuring tapes and long tapes, check out the full press release below.  

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Why would you need to wait in line at 5am, uphill both ways in 10 feet of snow just to fight Pit Bulls with lipstick (aka Hockey Moms) to try and save a few bucks? Ohio Power Tool is already putting out lots of awesome power tools at special discounted pricing and not refurbished or last year’s leftovers but the new good stuff. Check out the Top Tool Deals page to get some great gift ideas. Remember these prices also work with any other deals for Free Tools, Mail-in Rebates and/or Free Shipping.

The Free Shipping Deal is good until Monday December 7^th, a week after Cyber Monday on many major brands including Bosch, Milwaukee, Dremel, Ingersoll Rand, CST/berger & Ridgid. Simply use Coupon Code TURKEY at checkout for free UPS ground shipping.

Visit Ohio Power Tool for a wide selection of tools at everyday discount prices. There are also a variety of mail-in rebates and other deals you can check out on the home page. You can also call 800-242-4424 during business hours to place any order, just mention the Free Shipping special.  

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The new Bosch GLL2-80 ($272) acts more like an interior rotary laser but still priced like a less expensive line laser. This compact laser provides 2 independent line lasers with full 360 degrees of continuous coverage. Each line, vertical and horizontal, can be operated independently and feature “Pulse” receiver mode for long distances or for use in bright light conditions. Accurate to 1/4" at 100' this laser ideal for all types of applications such as cabinet hanging, tile work, drop ceiling and much more.     

This laser is also very easy to use, with single button operation that requires little training. Included with the GLL2-80 is the WM1 ($46) laser mount with both ¼ & 5/8 tripod mounts, magnets for use on metal track and perfect for use with poles or attaching to a wall surface.

Check out Ohio Power Tool for a wide range of laser levels including line lasers, rotary lasers, tile lasers, dot lasers and more. If you would like more specific help finding exactly what you need feel free to email sales@ohiopowertool.com for a speedy response.   

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Consider this your official invitation to come out to the Ohio Power Tool Columbus location and have some fun at the Bosch Tailgate party. In addition to the full tailgate spread there will be Bosch representatives on hand to answer any questions and give tool & accessory demos. Lots of Bosch prizes including hats, tee shirts, accessories and tools. The event will be Thursday, October 22^nd from 10:00am – 2:00pm. It’s not just for the locals, checkout the great deals all month long online like Bosch Grinders $49, Bosch Bulldogs $222, 18V Impactors $99, 18V 4 Tool Combo & 3^rd Battery $475 and lots of other great Bosch Tool deals, prices just got lowered yesterday.

Above and beyond these online deals if you can make it to Ohio Power Tool for the event, there will be instant rebates on almost every Bosch tool in-stock good for up to an additional 20% off instantly. Give the guys at Ohio Power Tool a call 800-242-4424 for full details and to get your orders in early to guarantee stock but you are not going to do better buying Bosch Tools this year.         

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From now till the end of October you can use this M12 Rebate to get either a free M12 Battery or Free1 M12 Tool, depending on the M12 tool you order. This is a great deal which can be used in addition to other great deals such as a M12 Pocket Driver 2401-22 ($99 Ohio Power Tool) or the new M12 3/8” drill/driver 2410-22 with Free M12 Power Port 2349-20 ($149 Ohio Power Tool). Total orders over $199 are also eligible for Free Shipping from Ohio Power Tool just use coupon code: AUGUST (expires at the end of the month). Check out the complete line of Milwaukee M12 Tools including several new items with more on the way.

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The new Bosch GTL3 Laser ($173 Ohio Power Tool) is in-stock and available now. The laser comes with the very handy wall mount, target and a nice carrying case. The GTL3 has a few advantages over the currently very popular CST LM2 Laser ($128 Ohio Power Tool); for starters the Bosch features 3 lasers instead of 2 which gives a nice 45 degree line that can be very helpful. The Bosch is also much taller putting down line than can be seen at further distances. Having tested several of these layout laser tools personally I will say the pictures are a little deceiving, none of these put down a laser like you see in the pictures. Only a few feet out it becomes harder so see on a perfectly flat surface however the laser actually shows up better once you have material down such as grout, unlike a chalk line that obviously gets covered up. The tile being laid will also show the laser very clearly (even 30+ ft away) if in the path of the laser, so it’s fairly easy to line up against the laser. Checkout all the new Bosch Laser Tools and for more information on the GTL3 models see the Full Bosch Press Release below.   

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Looking for a great deal on Power Tools, Ohio Power Tool is the place but in addition to great deals like a Bosch 18v Impactor & Drill combo kit - $219, for the month of AUGUST you can also get FREE SHIPPING on some of your favorite Power Tool brands including Milwaukee, Bosch and Ridgid! The deal is also good on accessories from these brands as well. Simply use coupon code AUGUST on the first page of the checkout and the UPS ground option will be FREE. If you would like to call your order in to 800-242-4424 and simply tell them you want the August Free Shipping Deal and they will be happy to accommodate you, but you need to mention the promotion.  

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Until the end of the month you can get free ground shipping on all CST/berger laser tools anywhere in the continental US. This includes all dot lasers, line lasers, rotary lasers and pipe lasers. Many of the lasers themselves are available in a number of different kits that include any accessories you might need.

When ordering Lasers online make sure you read the fine print on what is included with your purchase. For instance on rotary lasers each model has 3-5 different configurations which might include, a detector, tripod, measuring rod and other accessories. Typically a Compete Package will have everything; a Detector Package will no include tripod or rod and an Interior Package will be the basic laser with v-mount, targets, glasses and case. However even one or two of the interior packed include detectors. Keep this in mind when price shopping online, it is easy to get confused and some suppliers out there might take advantage of that. If you have any questions about what is included in any package or what package is right for you talk to the guys at Ohio Power Tool at 800-242-4424 or email sales@ohiopowertool.com.   

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Today Milwaukee released a handful of press releases talking about their new Test & Measure tools. It appears some of the tools will be apart of the M12 cordless line, while other tools will use ordinary alkaline batteries and some tools will be available with both configurations. These tools are aimed to compete directly with products from manufacturers like Fluke. A great fit for Milwaukee Tools who have already aimed the M12 tools at plumbers, electricians and HVAC users with tools like the M-Spector and Hackzall.  Check back soon for updates and products test on all the new goodies. Read the full press release below:  

5/1/2009 - Milwaukee® Launches New Test and Measurement Category

MILWAUKEE, WI- Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation has created a new business unit dedicated to launching productivity and enhancing solutions in the Test and Measurement category. New products will launch in July, strategically targeting Milwaukee's core end-users with a focus on Electricians and HVAC/R Technicians.

The first wave of the new Test and Measurement line includes innovative alkaline products, and applies Milwaukee's industry leading LITHIUM-ION technology to deliver additional tools on the growing M12 cordless platform. Furthermore, Milwaukee® will continue to develop this category as they move forward in their corporate commitment to become a leader in the Test and Measurement category.

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Checking out the Milwaukee websites for Europe I came across the Milwaukee Laser Range Finder LM60. This looks like a similar tool to the Bosch DLR165K range finder. The 60 meter range on this tool is just slightly more than the Bosch 165 feet range, at about 195 feet if my math is right. I would think if it’s successful in Europe it will make its way state side although there has been no mention of this tool so it would not be within the first half of this year.

Below is the official press release from Milwaukee in Europe:

Laser device for higher precision - Milwaukee LM60 makes measuring simpler, faster and more precise

Skilled craftsmen only achieve perfect working results if they have taken precise measurements in the planning phase. The common measuring methods using a folding rule or an ultrasonic device are awkward and often imprecise. The LM60 laser device from heavy-duty manufacturer Milwaukee makes things easier, enabling distance, areas and room volume to be exactly measured indoors and outdoors.

With just one turn of the hand the device is ready to take measurements. Even if the distances to be measured are long, for example in buildings under construction, only one person is needed to carry out the measurements. The device measures distances up to 60 metres with accuracy of +/- 1,5 millimetres. By comparison, conventional ultrasonic measurement devices are 50 times less precise and will only measure up to 15 metres.

The measurement result is immediately shown on the large, clearly laid out display, and built-in illumination enables results also to be read in the dark. What’s more, the Milwaukee LM60 shows the measurements in the metric system or in inches. Indirect measurements can be made using the device or individual measurements added. If, for example, the entire floor area of an apartment or house has to be measured the addition function makes it easy to quickly total up the various measurements of the individual rooms.

Thanks to its compact design the LM60 is ideal for measuring places which are difficult to access. The laser beam takes precise measurements in the smallest corners. Furthermore, the LM60 is suitable for use outdoors. The laser dot and targeting assistance make it possible to precisely hit the desired targets even at a considerable distance. The robust housing is totally rubber dust protected making it suitable for tough assignments on building sites.

With its handy size the LM60 fits into any pocket and is easy to take anywhere thanks to its strap and the bag supplied. Further practical characteristics of the LM60 are the battery-saving automatic-off function and the low-battery display. The batteries are also supplied with the device.    

Here is the link to the original post - http://www.milwaukee-et.com/int/int_news.nsf/vwPressReleases/4FE331E216329531C125749E00253F02?OpenDocument   

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Several months ago Bosch acquired CST/Berger from the Stanley Works. Bosch has been looking to get into the laser business for some time and CST/Berger is probably the best name in the business so the purchase couldn’t have been a better fit. Stanley at the time was looking to diversify away from the construction business so it looks like this worked out for everyone. 

In addition to continuing to build the CST/Berger line Bosch has also decided to add several new products under the Bosch name. These new items include dot lasers, line laser levels and rotary laser levels. The Bosch specific products are aimed more toward the contractors and they will most likely never have the specialty products or survey equipment similar to the CST/Berger line.

Below is a list of all the new Bosch Laser Tools you will see the first quarter 2009.

Bosch GPL3T 3-Point Torpedo Laser Alignment Kit – Features include: dot lasers, plumb, level & square, aluminum body, tripod mount, bubble levels & v-groove for pipes. List: $152, OPT: $91.20

Bosch GPL3 3-Point Laser Alignment, Self Leveling – Features include: dot lasers, smart pendulum self leveling, plumb, level, 90 degree & grade points. List: $257, OPT: $154.20

Bosch GPL5E 5-Point Laser Alignment with Fully Automatic Leveling – Features include: dot lasers, motorized self leveling, plumb, level, 90 degree & grade points. List: $406, OPT: $243.60

Bosch GLL2-50 Crossline Laser, Self Leveling w/ Pulse – line lasers, vertical, horizontal & cross line modes, pulse mode for use with LR2 laser receiver. List: $384, OPT: $230.40

Bosch GLR145HV Rotary Level with Automatic Leveling – horizontal, vertical, 3 lengths, 3 speeds, remote control. List: $1040, OPT: $624.00

Bosch GLR145HVCK Rotary Level with Automatic Leveling Kit – includes GLR145HV with RCR2 receiver, tripod, measuring rod and more. List: $1172, OPT: $703.20

Bosch GLR160DHV Dual Axis Rotary Level with Automatic Leveling – horizontal, vertical, both together, 6 lengths, 3 speeds, remote control, self level. List: $1371, OPT: $822.60

Bosch GLR160DHVCK Dual Axis Rotary Level with Automatic Leveling – includes GLR160DHV with RCR2 receiver, tripod, measuring rod and more. List: $1503, OPT: $822.60

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On June 11^th the Robert Bosch Tool Corporation announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire CST/Berger from Stanley Works. The purchase price amounts to $205 Million for the tool division that had $80 million in sales for 2007 (excluding $10 million in certain European sales). The CST/Berger is primarily focused on laser leveling & measuring tools in the North American markets.

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