Announcing the Winning Companies of TechShop’s Top 5 Tools Award
TechShop once again brings you the winners of our Top 5 Tools award. This award is voted on by the people who use the tools and equipment every day – you, our readers. Throughout the year, you submit to us what tools and pieces of equipment help you do your job more efficiently and productively. At the end of the year, we tally these submissions and award the companies that are mentioned most with our Top 5 Tool award. This is truly an award judged by our readers.
Top 5 Tools: Bob Beatty, On The Road Again
Bob Beatty, owner On The Road Again Mesa, AZ iATN — Even with 33 years’ experience, I can use the wisdom of 75,000 other techs. Reversible Gearwrenches — For places where an air tool won’t fit, they are almost as fast. Craftsman Cotter Pin Removal Tool — Useful for removing hoses and many
Cadillac Ciel Concept Celebrates the Journey
The spacious and elegant concept car Ciel is powered by a twin-turbocharged version of the 3.6-liter Direct Injection V-6 engine, paired with a hybrid system using lithium-ion battery technology. The Ciel – pronounced “C-L,” the French translation for sky – is a four-seat convertible that opens a new chapter in Cadillac’s design and product ascent, pushing the brand’s Art & Science philosophy into a new stratum.
Ingersoll Rand to Sponsor Travis Kvapil at the Bank of America 500 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series Race at Charlotte Motor Speedway
Ingersoll Rand is proud to sponsor Front Row Motorsports’ #55 Ford Fusion at the Bank of America 500 on October 15th, 2011 at the Charlotte Motor Speedway, as part of the NASCAR Sprint Cup Series. The car will be driven by 2003 Craftsman Truck Series Champion Travis Kvapil.
Top 5 Tools: JK Newsome, Firestone Complete Auto Care
JK Newsome Firestone Complete Auto Care 7950 Panama City, FL Power Probe III Matco 1/2” Drive Cordless Matco 1/4” Drive Cordless OTC Genisys Scanner Craftsman 3/8” Flex Head Ratchet
Two Iconic Brands Unite: Mallory Ignition Partners with Roush Yates
World-class performance companies Mallory Ignition and Roush Yates have come together to create a unique and formidable partnership that fosters better, stronger and faster performance solutions.
Belt Supplier Announces NASCAR All-Star Week Sweepstakes
Veyance Technologies, manufacturer of Goodyear Engineered Products, recently announced the start of its Goodyear Gatorback Belts NASCAR All-Star Week Sweepstakes. From now through April 30, fans who visit www.goodyearep.com/allstar may enter for a chance to win one of seven prizes, including a grand prize trip for two to the 2011 NASCAR Sprint All-Star Race Weekend, May 18 to 22.
Miller Announces New and Improved Line of Welding Gloves
Miller Electric Mfg. Co. has added a new line of welding gloves to its Arc Armor Welding Protection portfolio. The gloves are crafted to provide unmatched dexterity, comfort, protection and style.
Top 5 Tools: Chris Chatoney, Avery Weigh-Tronix
Chris Chatoney, technician Avery Weigh-Tronix Pomona, CA AldenWrench Open-End Ratchets — Good for tight spots. GearWrench Wrenches — Good ratchet action. Snap-on 3/8” Ratchet — Good, smooth rotation. Craftsman Allen Wrenches — Good, hardened steel. Kobalt 4-lb. Drilling Hammer — Solid, yet light-weight and tough enough to pack a punch.
Pro-Fit Introduces the Modular Zippered Tech Bag with Removable Shoulder Strap
Pro-Fit Carry Systems now offers you their “one-stop-shop” for tool organization – the Modular Zippered Tech Bag with removable shoulder strap.