Sears had a bad winter holiday season. How bad? Fourth quarter losses topped 2.4 billion dollars.
BJs LED Flashlight Sets Recall
BJs is recalling these LED flashlight sets due to overheating that poses fire and burn hazards.
Sometimes Safety Goggles Aren’t Enough – Guy Shoots Nail into Brain
That’s right, a DIYer working in his garage managed to fire a framing nail into his brain.
Lista Pulls ‘Made in the USA’ Ad Language
Lista asked us to take down one of their “Made in the USA” logos – here’s why.
Stanley Vidmar and Lista Merger
Stanley Vidmar and Lista have announced a merger where they will partner-up into a single group under Stanley Black & Decker leadership.
BatteriesPlus Rayovac Replacement NiCd Tool Battery Recall
BatteriesPlus is recalling all Rayovac replacement power tool batteries that were sold between Jun 2008 and Oct 2011.
Target LED Flashlights Pose Fire & Burn Hazard
Target is recalling LED flashlight sets due to a fire and burn hazard.
Sears to Close 100+ Stores
Sears has announced the plan to close 100-120 Sears and Kmart stores.
Lowes to Close 20 Underperforming Stores
As you have probably already heard, Lowes announced plans to close 20 stores and has cut back on how many stores they will be opening each year.
Sears Seeks to License Craftsman Brand Name? Say it Ain’t So!
It has been reported that Sears is potentially looking to license the Craftsman brand!
Festool CT Dust Extractor Full Unit HEPA Clarification
Here is additional info regarding the full-unit HEPA certification update of Festool’s CT dust extractors.
Craftsman Tools Coming to a Costco Near You!
Craftsman tools will soon be appearing at all Costco stores around the country!
Target Expands Step Stool Recall & How to Unofficially Fix Them Yourself
Target has expanded its recall of these storage stools, but luckily the flaws look to be fixable.
A Good Reason to DIY – Target Recalls Step Stools Due to Collapse Hazard
If these Target step stools look familiar to use, discontinue use and return them to Target for a full refund.
New Longer Delta & Select Duo-Fast Tool Warranties
Delta has recently announced a new 5-year warranty for their power tools, and Duo-Fast has announced that their hardwood floor nailer and stapler would be covered by a new 10-year warranty.
Goldblatt Tools is Back (and They’re Better Than Ever)
Goldblatt Tools has been renewed and is coming out with new tools, tool designs, and a performance guarantee that ensures the tools deliver professional results.
Tyler Tool Now Part of CPO Network
We’ve learned that CPO Outlets has purchased Tyler Tool…
Lapse in Machine Shop Safety Leads to Yale Science Major’s Death
A Yale student was killed when her hair was caught and pulled around a lathe that she was operating in a university machine shop.
GSA Tool Kit Requirement to Drop from 100% to 51% USA-Made?
Harry Epstein’s Daily Dispatch broke the news that the US government’s GSA is changing the requirement for tool kits to be 100% USA-made. According to their source, such kits must only be 51% USA-made from now on.
Dewalt Launches New Line of Hand Tools!
Dewalt is launching a new (huge) selection of pro-grade hand tools! No, this isn’t a late April Fools Day joke!