A RotoZip The RZ02 spiral saw features full compatibility with the RotoZip XBITS line of accessories. The RZ02 has a 5-amp, 120-volt motor that delivers 30,000 rpm for a broad range of cutting applications, including drywall, wood, countertops, wall tile, metal, and plastics. A cord guard protects the cord against accidental cutting, the manufacturer says, and bit changes are faster and easier with the tool's improved shaft lock design. 877.768.6947. www.rotozip.com.
B DeckLok Bracket Systems The DeckLok Bracket System helps prevent deck, railing, and stair collapse by strengthening and reinforcing critical deck connections. Adding DeckLok to current deck-building methods helps make decks IRC 2006 compliant, the manufacturer claims. DeckLok anchors the ledger board to the house's floor joists to provide up to 4,000 pounds of resistance to deck pullout; it also can be used to reinforce other connections. 866. 617.3325. www.deck-lok.com.
C LoggerHead Tools Now available in 6- and 10-inch versions, the Bionic Wrench combines the versatility of an adjustable wrench with the simplicity of pliers. When the cushioned, ergonomic handle is squeezed, the Bionic Wrench's six steel jaws automatically size and grip various sizes of nuts and bolts, distributing force equally on all sides of the fastener. The 6-inch model fits 14 fastener sizes, and the 10-inch model fits 18 sizes. 888.564.4374. www.loggerheadtools.com.
D Paslode Designed to eliminate the waste, fragility, and mess of plastic-collated nails, Tough Tape collated nails provide 20% more nails per strip, which also saves loading time. Tough Tape nail strips hold up under harsh jobsite conditions, including wet weather, and will not break if dropped, the firm says. They come in RounDrive Brite and Hot Dipped Galvanized Plus nails. 800. 682.3428. www.paslode.com.
E Hitachi Power Tools The EC119SA twin-stack air compressor has a protective roll cage, a custom integrated control panel, a large-finned head pump and metal cooling fan to keep it cool, and a 15-amp induction motor that ensures quiet operation while extending use. The unit produces 5.3 cfm at 40 psi and 4 cfm at 100 psi. 800.829.4752. www.hitachipowertools.com.
