Todd Fratzel

Todd Fratzel is the Editor-in-Chief and Founder of Tool Box Buzz, and the President of Front Steps Media, LLC, a web based media company focused on the Home Improvement and Construction Industry.He is also the Principal Engineer for United Construction Corp., located in Newport, NH. In his capacity at United he oversees the Residential and Commercial Building Division along with all Design-Build projects.He is also the editor of Home Construction & Improvement.

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Ryobi Tek4™ Stud Sensor

RYOBI Tek4™ Stud Sensor Model RP4050 Several weeks ago I met with Jason Swanson, from TTi, who showed me some exciting new products from Ryobi. One of the products that caught my eye was another great addition to the successful Tek4™ line of tools. The Tek4™ Stud Sensor is now available and on the market. […]

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Rockler Introduces Dust Right™ 1200

Dust Right ™ 1200 Air Filtration System MEDINA, MN (December 14, 2010) – Rockler Woodworking and Hardware has just announced the release of a new air filtration system, the Dust Right™ 1200, which removes up to 98% of 5 micron particulate and 85% of 1 micron particulate, vastly improving the safety and healthfulness of workshop […]

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RIDGID® Tri-Stack™ 5 Gallon Air Compressor

RIDGID® Tri-Stack™ 5 Gallon Air Compressor Model OF50150TS The new RIDGID® Tri-Stack™ 5 Gallon Air Compressor is the most innovative 5 in 1 compressor on the market, it is also easy to use and comfortable to carry. The Tri-Stack™ has an innovative removable compressor design that can be use in five different configurations: Tanks separate […]

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2010 Rockler Master Catalog Released

I’m a HUGE fan of Rockler so this is some really cool news! Read on to learn all about their latest catalog! Rockler’s Biggest and Most Complete Resource for Woodworkers Ever MEDINA, MN (December 10, 2010) – Rockler Woodworking and Hardware has issued its 2010 Master Catalog, a compilation of innovative Rockler products with more […]

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Duo-Fast® Jet-Tac™ Tack Strip Epoxy

New Duo-Fast® Jet-Tac™ Tack Strip Epoxy For Installation On Concrete Or Wood Saves Installers Time & Money VERNON HILLS, IL (October 2010) – Duo-Fast® Floor Fastening Systems (www.duo-fast.com), a leader in carpet and flooring installation tools for more than 40 years, is introducing Jet-Tac™ Tack Strip Epoxy, a quick-set epoxy that is ideal for tack […]

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RIDGID Fiber Cement Saw Giveaway

Enter To Win A RIDGID® 5” Fiber Cement Saw The folks at RIDGID are sponsoring our first giveaway here on Tool Box Buzz! They are offering one of our readers the all new RIDGID 5″ Fiber Cement Saw (Model R3402). About the 5″ Fiber Cement Saw Now pros can be safer on the jobsite from […]

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DEWALT Diamond Edge™ Chop Saw Blade

Diamond Edge™ Chop Saw Blade that Allows Diamond to be used to cut Metal TOWSON, Md. (Nov. 9, 2010) – DEWALT announces the launch of the industry’s first Diamond Edge Chop Saw Blade (DW8500). By utilizing technology that allows diamond to be used to cut metal without sacrificing cutting performance, the Diamond Edge blade reduces […]

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MAKITA Second-Generation 18V Compact Lithium-Ion Cordless Driver-Drill

MAKITA RAISES THE BAR AGAIN WITH SECOND-GENERATION 18V COMPACT LITHIUM-ION CORDLESS DRIVER-DRILL New compact cordless driver-drill is successor to the category-leader BDF452HW NOVEMBER 24, 2010 – La Mirada, Calif. – Makita, a worldwide manufacturer of technologically advanced power tools that are more compact with less weight yet deliver industrial strength power and results, has released […]

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Amprobe Residential Electrical Testing Tools

Amprobe Electrical Testing Tools Recently the folks at Amprobe sent us several of their residential electrical testing tools to evaluate. Whether you’re a home owner or contractor having a reliable set of electrical testing tools is invaluable. They sent us Amprobe’s PK-100R Residential Testing Kit and ACD-4 Digital Clamp Meter along with a convenient carrying […]

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Ridgid Tools Lifetime Service Agreement

Ridgid Offers Lifetime Service Agreement Earlier this week I had the pleasure of meeting with Jason Swanson who represents Ridgid Tools. Jason was showing me lots of great new tools from Ridgid and explaining to me how the purchase of a Rigid Tool comes along with a really amazing Lifetime Service Agreement. Check out this […]

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