Makita Cordless Router Is Now Available

The newest member of Makita’s 18 volt LXT lineup, the DRT50ZX4 compact cordless router, is now available online and in store at a KMS Tools location near you.

The DRT50ZX4 is Makita’s first cordless router, and one of the first cordless routers designed and built for professionals. From installing cabinets and countertops to fitting doors with hinges and lock plates, the DRT50ZX4 delivers powerful, accurate cord-free routing and trimming wherever you need it.

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Dust Extractor Roundup

In the past, we’ve reviewed the basics of dust collection for your woodworking shop. But what happens when you step outside the friendly confines of your shop? What’s the best way to control dust at the jobsite? Today’s post looks at dust extractors—tools that deliver point-of-origin dust control and an array of time-saving features. To help you solve the problem of jobsite dust extraction, we are going to cover the following topics:

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Magnum Industrial Overarm Blade Cover

Need to improve on your existing table saw guard? The Magnum Industrial 10″ overarm blade cover is the perfect solution. Its telescoping boom design fits most table saws easily, and the blade cover is compatible with saws equipped with riving knives. Plus it connects to your dust collection system for efficient dust collection at the source.

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DeWalt FLEXVOLT 12″ Dual Bevel Sliding Mitre Saw

DeWalt FLEXVOLT has arrived at KMS Tools! One of the most exciting products in this new line is the DHS790AT2 12″ cordless dual bevel sliding mitre saw. That’s right, a cordless mitre saw. And we’ve got it for $1,099.95* including two batteries, a charger, 12″ blade, AC adapter and bonus free stand.

Powered by either two 60 Volt FLEXVOLT batteries or an AC power cord, the DHS790AT2 uses its powerful and efficient 120 Volt brushless motor to cut up to 7-1/2″ of nested crown moulding—delivering both the convenience of cordless and the output and reliability of corded power.

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Why You Need a Plunge-Cut Track Saw

Cutting 4′ x 8′ sheets of plywood can be a challenge—especially if your workspace isn’t large enough to accommodate a table saw with a large outfeed table. But even if you have a table saw, you still might be breaking down sheet goods with your circular saw and then making precise cuts with your table saw, a process that can waste valuable time and material. A plunge-cut track saw combines the maneuverability of a circular saw with the precision and stability of a table saw, allowing you to make clean, super-straight cuts on a single pass.

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Dust Collection Roundup: We Review the Basics

With the arrival of our new Magnum Industrial dust collectors, we thought that it would be a good time to review the basics of choosing and setting up a dust collection system.

An effective dust collection system is an important component of every clean and safe woodworking shop. To make this happen, you need to plan ahead, carefully review your dust collection needs and choose the equipment that suits your shop.

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Bosch REAXX Table Saws

Bosch REAXX Table Saws are now available at KMS Tools and Equipment!

These new saws feature flesh-detecting Active Response Technology—it senses when the blade contacts skin and drops the blade beneath the table before it cuts off your finger.

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Festool introduces the New CMS Router Tables

Festool is introducing the CMS Precision routing table to the North American market. The German based company is highly regarded in the woodworking industry, creating speculations among festool-freaks (it’s okay, I am one too)  for a number of years about the look and features of a Festool brand routing table.

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