This new Multipurpose Utility Transfer Tank opens the door to vast new markets and makes performing daily tasks much easier.
Applications include watering plants, washing your hands/dishes while camping, filling up the dog’s water bowl, diesel exhaust fluid, windshield wiper fluid, coolant and more.
Comes in both 2+ gallon & 5 gallon capacities.
The flexible spout rotates down more than 180 degrees and fits perfectly into any machine’s fill location while the thumb release trigger on top controls the flow. By pulling straight back on the safety trigger and then down on the thumb button, fuel is released immediately while you stay in complete control. When you notice your fill tank is almost full, slowly release the thumb button and allow the excess fuel to drain from the top of the spout before rotating it back up. No more bending over and tipping your fuel can forward and holding it in an awkward position.
The SR 200 gasoline-powered backpack sprayer can tackle outdoor jobs that require greater range and higher pressure than manual sprayers.
When you need more power than a manual sprayer but want the same portability, the STIHL SR 200 is the answer. This value-priced sprayer features a low-exhaust-emission, fuel-efficient engine that delivers up to 20% better fuel economy than most conventional 2-stroke engines.
It’s easy to use with a one-hand, joystick-style control handle and provides excellent control over rate and range of spray.
Blue Rhino cleans, leak-tests and inspects every tank; retrofits tanks that have outdated components; and requalifies tanks when needed.
Blue Rhino recycles millions of propane tanks every year, keeping them out of landfills. Since propane is a clean-burning fuel, the U.S. government lists it as an alternative to other fossil fuels.
If you have an empty tank, it’s as easy as Drop, Swap & Go. First, find a Blue Rhino retailer by visiting the store locator or by texting FIND to 75653. When you arrive at the store, drop your empty tank beside the propane display. Next, purchase a tank from the cashier. A store employee will escort you to the display and provide you with a fresh, ready-to-grill tank.
Use the Rhino Gauge app from Blue Rhino to make sure you never run out of gas while grilling again.
Unlike most other firestarters, Fatwood is ideal for any indoor or outdoor situation. There’s no spilling, no odors, no chance of flare-up and no dangerous toxins to breathe.
It’s safe, clean, waterproof and has an indefinite shelf-life. You can use it to start your backyard grill or your indoor fireplace safely and easily, even when wet.
Born from the wood of old pine stumps left for waste after logging, Fatwood is made from splitting the stumps of pine trees that contain a high concentration of natural resin. As the stumpwood hardens over time, the resin or sap concentrates to create an all-natural, 100% organic, chemical-free fire starter. Fatwood comes from non-rainforest areas of Central America and is part of the company’s dedication to sustainable forestry.
Work Sharp, a Darex brand, teamed up with Ken Onion to design the most advanced at-home knife and tool sharpening system that anyone can use. For those not familiar with the name Ken Onion, he is a custom knife builder and the youngest inductee to the Blade Magazine Hall of Fame.
The Ken Onion Edition Knife & Tool Sharpener is designed to sharpen all knives including, pocket and hunting knives, serrated blades, kitchen knives, scissors and high-end steel tools. The sharpener uses adjustable sharpening guides, a variable speed motor and flexible abrasive belts to deliver professional, razor-sharp results at home. The sharpening guides are also adjustable from 15º to 30º to sharpen at any desired angle.
Initially, the Knife & Tool sharpener appears to be complex, but it is obviously made of high-quality materials. Addressing ease of use, Work Sharp provides an outstanding quick-start guide and operators guide with simple-to-follow directions and illustrations—click here to view. Click here to watch a complete demo video featuring Ken Onion as he explains the important features.
Living in South Florida provides us access to top outdoorsmen, where a sharp knife is not just nice to have, but a necessity. Fisherman, hunters or outdoor enthusiasts spend hundreds of dollars on high-quality blades and want to maintain their investment. All of the testers raved about the speed of sharpening, flexibility to sharpen numerous blade styles and ease of use. After a few uses, one of our testers decided to sharpen his wife’s prized professional chef knives. He joked that she was so impressed it has become part of his “honey-do” list.
The Work Sharp Knife & Tool Sharpener is an outstanding addition to any sporting goods department. The packaging is outstanding and clearly describes the benefits, which makes merchandising a breeze.
The Lumax Magnetic LED light is one of the items where we say “why didn’t I think of that?” Anyone who has turned a wrench fixing a car, motorcycle, boat or tractor, knows getting light into tight spaces is often difficult if not impossible without a third hand. Many of us have been forced to utilize the flashlight-in-the-mouth trick, which is not a great option.
The LED light attaches to any metal surface—including most hand tools—using two powerful magnets, and the extremely bright light illuminates even the darkest of spaces. The light is powered by three L736F replaceable button-cell batteries and weighs just 0.25 oz. Click here to watch a video highlight of its many uses.
We provided a professional mechanic, a maintenance worker and an amateur shadetree tinkerer with samples for their review. At first glance, most questioned the purpose or usability. However, after one use all shared the same opinion, raving about the functionality, design and virtually unlimited uses. As one tester put it, “This is a tool you did not know you needed until you tried it.”
Considering the compact size of the LED light, merchandising the product at retail could be a challenge. However, Lumax has you covered with a high-visibility counter-top display that calls out the benefits of the product.
The Lumax Magnetic LED Light is not only an excellent addition to any toolbox, but a must-have product when working in confined spaces with limited visibility.
Crescent, a division of Apex Tool Group, recently launched an innovative take on the square with the launch of the EX6 2-in-1 Extendable Layout Tool. The EX6 is designed to replace the 7” and 12” square often carried by most tradesmen with one 7” square featuring a 6” foldout extension, creating a 12” square.
The EX6 is constructed of solid aluminum, reducing weight and providing protection against the elements. The laser-etched markings increase visibility and resist the inevitable wear and tear. The aluminum design also offers one additional feature: limiting heat retention for roofers and other hot-climate workers.
The foldout extension is controlled by a simple quick-access thumb lock. The lock is essential to keeping the extension securely closed during use and for easy storage. The hinge is constructed of the same high-grade durable aluminum, ensuring longevity. The EX6 also comes with a limited lifetime warranty for added peace of mind. Our testers consisted of a commercial roofer and a few active woodworkers. The testers immediately questioned if the hinge would impact the performance of the EX6. Those concerns were quickly put to rest after feeling the high-quality construction of the square and seeing no give or flex when opening or closing the foldout. Each tester also commented on the weight saved by the aluminum construction. The collapsable design allows for storage in traditional work pouches, eliminating time searching for the 12” square.
The Cresent EX6 is an excellent addition to any DIYer or tradesman’s toolbox and an outstanding option for customers looking to simplify jobs and tools.
August Home has released its 3rd generation Smart Lock and Smart Lock Pro, building on its already popular smart lock. In the past, I have written articles covering the explosion of the smart home market, which has been experiencing double-digit growth year after year and showing no signs of slowing down. The smart lock is one of the most popular categories in the smart home market, just behind smart lights and appliances. In theory, the market is everyone with an exterior door.
All smart locks provide a varying level of control to gain access to the home either by a manufacturer app, internet connection or a keypad. However, one common requirement is the replacement of the existing door lock and/or deadbolt. This is just one area where August Home’s Smart Lock and Smart Lock Pro differ from the competition. Both models install on the inside of the door and attach to the existing deadbolt in just a few minutes. This unique application allows even renters to install a smart lock without impacting the existing deadbolt key of the landlord.
August locks are controlled by a free smartphone app for both iOS and Android using either an internet connection (optional Wi-Fi bridge required) or Bluetooth®. Once the Bluetooth setup is complete the user can either open the app to unlock their door or automatically unlock once the phone comes within Bluetooth range. This last feature is extremely useful when coming home with a handful of groceries and not having to fumble for a phone or keys.
The locks can also be set to auto-lock once the door is closed. While most smart locks provide auto-locking, August adds DoorSense™ technology. This sensor prevents the lock from deploying the deadbolt before the door is closed, which can lead to door jam damage.
The app also enables guest access for family, friends or other trusted people. Guest access is an excellent feature if the owner needs to provide temporary access to the house for either a contractor or short-term renter without having to issue physical keys. The app also displays door opening and closing activity by the assigned user. The locks communicate with Alexa or Google Assistant enabling voice control to lock, unlock or check the status of the door lock. Click here to watch a complete overview.
We provided our testers two versions of the August Smart Lock: with the Wi-Fi bridge and without the bridge. The bridge provides remote access to lock while non-bridge locks can only use Bluetooth for control. Both groups raved about the ease of installation, set-up and the ability to maintain their current deadbolt.
Another feature that jumped out for our reviewers was the ability to automatically unlock the door upon approach. One test was a mother of two who “rarely has a free hand” to grab keys or phone. The door sensor was also a popular aspect, as one tester had a bad experience with another smart lock that automatically deployed the deadbolt before the door was completely closed and slammed into the jam, causing damage.
If you have been on the fence about bringing smart products into your store because of fear of ever-changing technology and being stuck with the outdated product, the August Smart Lock is a great entry point since it utilizes common Bluetooth communication technology and can be installed utilizing the existing deadbolt lock.
Duracell recently launched a new premium line of AA and AAA batteries under the name Duracell Optimum. The Optimum line features “extra life” and “extra power,” enabling a flashlight to shine brighter and longer. Optimum’s enhanced performance is driven by a new proprietary cathode system that outperforms even Coppertop. The technology is one of the biggest innovations for alkaline batteries in the past 50 years.
The battery technology is just one feature that sets Optimum apart from other batteries. The packaging also underwent a redesign. The new package features a slider pack with a resealable storage tray featured in the following videos: slider pack, sealable tray. While I doubt many people give too much thought to battery packaging when purchasing, the new design does replace the old Ziploc bags found in many closets and bags.
As any parent can attest, batteries are in virtually every device. You don’t even realize some of these devices have batteries until they stop working (e.g. wireless mouse, toothbrush, gaming controllers). The gaming industry has exploded over the past decade with more than 2.5 billion gamers worldwide and 75 percent of American households have at least one gamer. The gaming market represents a staggering 22 percent of battery demand.
Batteries powering toys or other devices are great, but sometimes we rely on them for the basics during electrical outages caused by natural disasters. Living in a hurricane-prone area, our testers were more than versed on the critical role batteries play. We asked them to test the batteries in high-output, high-draining devices such as flashlights, communication devices and even a medical device.
All reported their devices either performed better or longer compared to traditional batteries. During testing in the office, we found similar results when running our non-scientific test using two flashlights, one with Optimum and one with Coppertop left on all day. The flashlight with Optimum appeared to be brighter at the beginning of the test and for a longer duration before dimming. Our test results were supported by Duracell’s own data. Optimum performed better for a longer period of time and maintained in the peak performance zone.
Both Optimum AA and AAA are available in 4-, 6- and 12-count packaging. Optimum creates a new level of premium battery performance and is a perfect solution for customers looking for a battery offering peak performance and longer use.
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