Imagine if you will; two of the top tool companies hold independent events to unveil their latest tools and top-secret future plans to an elite cabal of the industry’s most exclusive media members (and HomeFixated). Now, imagine that these two companies hold their events the same week. OK, now imagine those companies are Milwaukee and Bosch. One event on its own could blow the mind of most tool junkies. Two events in one week could only be described as a cataclysmic reorganization of the tool/time/space continuum. The power of these two industry giants releasing information in the same week might send shockwaves through the industry that reverberate for eons. Tradespeople might cheer, or even be moved to tears. Competitors might be crushed or left scrambling to catch up. Life as we know it, may cease to exist. But how, my dear HomeFixated reader, can someone outside this inner circle get access to what’s new, exciting, and earth-shattering from Milwaukee and Bosch? Read More
2012
National Hardware Show 2012 – NHS Live Coverage
The last few years I have made the annual pilgrimage to Las Vegas for the National Hardware Show, and this year will be no exception. Every year, what seems like millions of media, executives, retailers and home improvement glitterati converge on the massive show floor of the Las Vegas Convention Center. Exhibitors include manufacturers of just about every home related product you can imagine, as well as many you can’t imagine since they’re newly invented and brand new to the market. The show has areas focusing on tools, electrical and plumbing, housewares, paint and home décor, lawn and garden, and the very essential tailgating zone. Read More