FUEL your Desire for Power Tools

            Hey there everyone!

            Today we’ll take a break from all the previous plumbing talk and talk about something else: power tools.

            While this subject may seem entirely unrelated, keep in mind that power tools are commonly used for renovations throughout the home, including the bathroom and kitchen where plumbing is most prominent. Because power tools are used in larger projects, I thought it would be a good idea to let you take a breath from plumbing and think about something different.

            This article will talk specifically about the Milwakuee M18 FUEL line, an exclusive line of extreme-performance cordless power tools.  If you think you might be interested in purchasing a Milwaukee FUEL product after this, make sure you check out www.plumbersstock.com for great lineups and discounts.

            In late 2011, Milwaukee announced that they were unveiling their new M18 FUEL lineup which integrated 3 advanced technologies to bring about a super-powerful power tool. The three features of the FUEL line are the POWERSTATE brushless motor, the REDLITHIUM battery technology, and the REDLINK PLUS Intelligence. The integration of these three technologies were meant to provide a new standard for durability, total runtime, and performance.

            The new POWERSTATE brushless motor works harder and has an extended lifespan when compared to the leading competitors, all the while reducing noise and cooling down faster to give the user years of heavy-duty and reliable maintenance-free performance. This motor also has the ability to convert energy into power and torque faster and more efficiently for superior performance.

            Milwaukee’s REDLITHIUM batteries provide a significantly longer runtime and faster recharge time while affording the user with more power when in use. This battery also delivers better overall performance when working in harsh conditions such as extreme cold or heat. Packed with Milwaukee’s amazing durability, the REDLITHIUM battery can perform in climates as low as -18 degrees Celsius with no problem.

            Finally, Milwaukee’s REDLINK PLUS Intelligence external hardware and internal software is one of the world’s most advanced systems for cordless power tools. This technology is meant to maximize performance with a best-in-class communications system between your tool, battery, and charger.

            If that weren’t enough, the new M18 FUEL line bundles all of these incredible and integrated technologies into tools that are lighter and (slightly) smaller in size than the leading competitors.

            If you’re looking to replace some old tools or simply looking to invest in better quality tools, the FUEL line might be for you. Made with the professional in mind, these tools will pack a hefty punch in performance and, due to their nature, should be used often to make them a truly worthwhile investment.  

A Beautiful Pond

             I wanted to start today’s article by showing a picture of something that isn’t incredibly common, but is incredibly beautiful to have in your backyard: a pond.

            A pond has the ability to turn your backyard into more than just a patch of grass with a tree in it—a pond can add layers of depth and definition as you add fish, aquatic plants, and even waterfalls or streams flowing into it. Ponds are gorgeous and small ecosystems which truly show the diversity of life in the world around us.

            Last week, I visited a close friend of mine at her home. When I arrived, I noticed that she had renovated her backyard by adding a small, circular pond. I was pleasantly surprised, as the pond was a biological wonder to behold, and asked her plenty of questions about it, like what kind of aquatic life lived in and around it, what kind of mechanism she used for the waterfall, and how hard it was to maintain. Naturally, I was interested in the plumbing aspect of it all, so I bombarded her with question after question about the pumps she used (since I knew that a pump would be necessary for recirculating the water). She, as most of my friends are about me when it comes to plumbing, was naturally dismayed after the third consequetive question, but to her credit, she did answer all of my questions to the best of her ability.

            I came to find that she used a Grundfos submersible water pump inside her pond to circulate the water. Another Grundfos pump powered the waterfall, and combined, the two pumps worked together to ensure high-oxygen levels in the water and prevent stagnant water.

            As the plumbing portion of this, I admit that even pumps are considered plumbing and are vastly important when it comes to outdoor or underground assistance. Submersible pumps, specifically, can help boost the water pressure in your home, channel water effectively in an irrigation system, and work wonders for a backyard pond.

            About the company now. . . I wasn’t excessively familiar with Grundfos and their products simply because they dealt with pumps and products for projects I hadn’t ever tackled, like boosting my water pressure, adding a pond, or recirculating and transporting water from a well to a home. As it is, I did a little bit of research on the company and found the following cool information:

·         Grundfos is a world-recognized leader when it comes to their products, especially their pumps. Grundfos services industrial and private customers in places all around the world and offers the latest hydraulic equipment to satisfy their customer’s needs.

·         Grundfos slogan is “Be – Think – Innovate.” They truly live up to that slogan by providing energy-efficient products (which in turn can save you thousands of dollars over the lifetime of the product) coupled with high-grade corrosion-resisting stainless steel. Their biggest areas of importance are efficiency and durability.

·         Grundfos manufactures it own personal line of motors, so you can have the peace of mind of knowing that your motor is built to their high standards. Because of this, the chances of overheating or burning out are much less decreased than they would be if it were a lower-quality motor.

·         Finally, Grundfos offers al their products in a variety of different sizes and volts. Depending on what you’re looking to do with it, a single submersible pump can comfortably circulate over 1,000 gallons per minute.

If you’re looking for a pump you can trust, look no further than Grundfos. You can feel comfortable knowing that you're trusting a company has been around for over 60 years and is recognized as one of the best when it comes to pumps. Click on the following picture of a Grundfos submersible pump to be redirected to Plumbersstock.com, where you’ll find a large selection of pumps at discounted prices.

As always, shop smart and renovate away!