The World of Concrete trade show is celebrating its 45th year as an event where construction pros can converge to see the latest tools and equipment from hundreds of manufacturers, and of course have a little fun while they’re there. Besides the general distractions provided by the backdrop of Las Vegas, the World of Concrete show hosts an annual competitive spectator sport known as the Bricklayer 500, and you can also chance to find live chainsaw carving, axe throwing, and other delights in the outdoor lots. As always, I get my steps in, by the mile, traversing this giant show to seek out interesting tool and worker gear for our Home Fixated readers. Here are some of the highlights. Read More
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Milwaukee 9″ Cut Off Saw – Cordless Cutting Wet or Dry
This post is sponsored by The Home Depot. Quick! What comes to mind when I say the words “cut-off saw” – especially “concrete cut-off saw”? Since it’s really hard for me to hear your responses (especially before this review is published), I’ll just share a short list of words that come to my mind. Loud. Dusty. Fumes. Heavy. Unwieldy. Smelly. Gas-guzzling. OK, you get the idea. The prospect of a cut-off saw lacking many of these traits got us very excited when we saw the Milwaukee 9″ Cut-off saw at Milwaukee’s HQ last year. If you ever wished for a cut-off saw that could cut concrete or rebar cordlessly, join us as we review the Milwaukee M18 Fuel 9″ Cut-off Saw. Read More
