The best equipment in 2020

The PRO TOOL INNOVATION AWARDS (PTIA) is the "Oscar" among professional tools.PTIA Award (https://protoolinnovationawards.com ) was established in order to highlight the latest innovations and novelties in the field of tools to professionals and serious home craftsmen.

This article will review the most interesting winners of the PTIA 2020 Award in the "snap-in" category. View other categories...

A well-chosen blade, bit, or saw can increase efficiency, save money, or shorten the work time. This may require an average power tool or others, and you will be able to achieve outstanding results. On the other hand, installing the wrong tooling into the tool can cost you both time and materials.

• METAL SAW BLADES / CUTTING SAWS.

The winner is DEWALT DWAFV8901. FlexVolt diamond cutting disc for 9 inches on metal.

Equipped with advanced diamond technology, which ensures a long service life when cutting metal. A steel core made of high-quality steel designed to provide direct cuts and a constant cutting depth throughout the entire service life of the web. Effectively cuts a wide range of materials, including steel, ductile pipes, fittings, stainless steel, non-ferrous metals, fiberglass, rubber and PVC. It is an optimized design for the FLEXVOLT 9IN (DCS690) cutting saw, ensuring long operation and productivity. This is what you need for wireless cutting - high performance and (not "or") battery life.

• CLEANING EQUIPMENT
  

The winner is the Universal RotoScrub scrub brush.

The RotoScrub multi-purpose cleaning brush offers 5 times more cleaning power compared to manual labor. Its durable and flexible bristles have unsurpassed versatility and are able to clean any hard surface from glass to asphalt. RotoScrub is nice to use, especially in very dirty projects. Dirt, sand and dirt are removed by non-scratching nylon material.

• MULTIFUNCTIONAL BLADES

The winner is Imperial Blades IBSLT362 Carbide Extreme Storm.Titanium metal blade.

The Starlock 1-3/8" Carbide Extreme Storm Titanium Metal blade from Imperial Blades is an oscillating blade for extreme metal cutting, consisting of heavy-duty bimetal (BiM) combined with Storm Titanium coating for extended service life and best performance. This is the first Starlock carbide offering from Imperial Blades, which uses carbide embedded teeth to solve the most difficult tasks, and it can withstand up to 30 times more cuts than standard Imperial bimetallic blades. Recommended applications: thick metal, bolts, screws, copper pipes, wood and nails and much more. Popular use cases include terrace maintenance, framing, solid floor coverings, automotive or plumbing applications, and porous masonry. Compatible with Starlock multi-tools: Bosch and Fein. It is also suitable for multi-tools from such manufacturers: Milwaukee, Ridgid, Makita, Rockwell and others.

• CUTTING WHEELS FOR GRINDING MACHINES

The winner is Hart HACG02 4-1/2" metal cutting disc.

The Hart 4-1/2” metal cutting disc is ideal for aggressive cutting of hard and soft metals. This disc is also compatible with any 4-1/2 inch angle grinder with a 7/8 inch mandrel. With a thickness of 0.045 inches and a maximum speed of 13,500 rpm, this best-selling cutting tool will help you get the job done with ease.

• METAL DRILLS

The winner is a titanium drill with a hex shank from DEWALT (DD5116 and DD5128).

DEWALT titanium hex shank drill bits have been designed to work with modern high-torque impact heads. The conical design of the core prevents breakage, and the titanium coating helps to increase the service life. It has an exclusive Pilot Point tip design for diameters greater than 3/16 inches, which reduces the deviation of the bit during start-up and increases the drilling speed. Thanks to the pointed core, it is resistant to breakdowns that occur with constant shocks.

• ABRASIVES
  

Winner - Hart HACW04 6 pcs. A set of wire brushes.

A set of 6 wire wheel brushes provides up to 40% faster material removal compared to other wire wheel brushes on the market. This range provides users with a variety of brushes that they will need to perform multiple jobs. Each wire wheel brush has a ¼” shank for quick and easy replacement of a drill or impact screwdriver. This set is great for all types of projects.

• RING SAWS FOR CONCRETE
  

The winner is LENOX ring saws with carbide solders for various materials.

LENOX multilayer ring saws with carbide solders allow you to drill clean wood, wood with nails, concrete blocks, fiber cement and bricks quickly and roughly. The versatile design of the product features carbide teeth that are optimized for cutting through various materials, including nails embedded in wood, concrete block, fibrous cement and brick. For rough wood processing, this saw works UP TO 6 TIMES FASTER * compared to bimetallic ring saws and BREAKS THROUGH NAILS ** due to the additional strength of the carbide cutting edge, which helps prevent tooth loss when hitting nails or drilling materials. The high body easily drills a 2-inch bar with a shell up to 3/4 inch thick attached in one pass, and the deep slots of the body make it easy to remove the plug.

* vs. LENOX bimetallic circular saw for cutting 2" thick, pressure-treated wood.

** Based on 2-9/16-inch circular saws embedded in wood.

• STEPPED BITS

The winner is the Milwaukee Tool percussion bits.

Milwaukee SHOCKWAVE impact step bits are the fastest-cutting impact bits on the market, have best-in-class characteristics and versatility for use in drills. The ¼” hex shank and optimized SHOCKZONE are the most durable shank in the industry, helping to eliminate premature failure. The titanium and aluminum nitride (TiAlN) coating extends the service life by 5 times, and the Rapid Strike tip and the double spiral groove allow you to make holes 2 times faster.

• PERCUSSION BITS

The winner is the Makita Impact XPS.

Meet the new category leader: The Makita Impact XPS is the best line of bits and fasteners designed for maximum performance. Impact XPS includes plug-in bits, bit holders, power bits, extension cords, magnetic wrenches, heads and adapters. These Impact XPS shock plug-in and power bits last up to 90 times longer than standard bits. The Impact XPS bits, created by experts with a precise fit and a unique blend of steel, are the perfect collection of bits. (69)