Tools & Instruments

New pipe freezing kit General Pipe Cleaners, McKees Rocks, Pennsylvania, introduced its Cold Shot pipe freezing kit to market. The Cold Shot lets users repair an operating water system – without draining lines, sprinklers, or hot water systems before cutting pipe or tubing. With the use of carbon dioxide in dip-tube cylinders, the Cold Shot freezes liquids in steel, copper, cast iron, aluminum, or plastic pipes — 1/8 inches through two inches in diameter. The Cold-Shot kit includes 10 sets of freeze heads, two high-pressure spiral hoses with grips and injectors, a T-distributor, locking nut, hex head screwdriver, rubber gloves, goggles, and carrying case. General Pipe Cleaners www.drainbrain.com

Tethering system solutions Knipex Tools, Buffalo Grove, Illinois, has debuted its new ANSI-compliant tethering system and 1000V insulated tools for its tethered tools and attachments line. The additions include one ANSI-rated lanyard, two adapter straps and seven 1000V insulated tools. The Knipex tethering system includes a captive eye to keep the lanyard secured to the carabiner and a self-locking gate to prevent any unintentional opening. It also comes with adapter straps that attach to personnel, and the tether attachment is welded onto the multi-grip handles for stable mounting and can hold a maximum tool load of 3.3 pounds. Knipex www.knipex-tools.com

Brushless tools DeWalt, Baltimore, Maryland, launches its Xtreme 12V Max brushless oscillating tool. The Xtreme 12V delivers the versatility and ease of use needed to get jobs done. It comes compact and performance-packed with a brushless motor that delivers up to 18,000 OPM with a 3.2-degree oscillation angle. In addition, the tool is equipped with an LED for enhanced visibility, while its variable speed trigger offers professional-grade control. DeWalt www.dewalt.ca Eliminating manual pumping Milwaukee Tool, Markham, Ont, debuts its new M12 stick transfer pump, which allows for seamless water transferring, delivers filtration, and eliminates the hassles of manual pumping. Featuring a 36-inch submersible aluminum barrel, the stick transfer pump has the reach and inlet control needed to get to water in difficult-to-access areas such as trenches, storm drains, and water meter boxes. Utilizing Milwaukee’s HydroPass filter technology, the M12, when equipped with an M12 red lithium XC battery, maximizes water flow in heavy debris to pump up to nine gallons of water per minute. Milwaukee Tool www.milwaukeetool.ca

Total solution press tool Ridgid, Elyria, Ohio, launches its Ridgid RP 350 press tool. The RP 350 features a brushless motor that is capable of over 100,000 press cycles and requires no scheduled maintenance. It has a capacity of one-and-a-half-inches to four-inches for carbon steel, one-and-a-half-inches to four inches for copper and stainless steel, and one and a half inches to two inches for PEX. It also comes equipped with a 360-degree swivel which provides access to hardto-reach locations. The RP 350 is compatible with all Ridgid standard series jaws, rings, actuators, and attachments. Ridgid www.ridgid.com

Streamline in-field testing Fieldpiece Instruments, Orange, California, announces the rollout of its new Job Link system application app. Job Link debuted in 2015 and allowed technicians to see inside an HVAC/R system while making repairs. The system connects technicians with Fieldpiece wireless tools with an impressive range of up to 1,000 ft, view measurements with ease and gather system diagnostics across the job site. With its new upgrade, Job Link will offer new functionalities and allow users to streamline their in-field testing and office operations, as well as improve user experience significantly. The app will feature three subscription tiers and will be available in the Apple Store and Google Play. Fieldpiece Instruments www.fieldpiecejoblink.com