The Classic, Unpowered Tools That Still Get the Job Done
Powered tools, equipment, and machinery have saved millions of
labor-hours, an uncountable number of strained backs, and ushered in a
new era of human productivity. We wouldn’t be where we are without them.
On the other hand, traditional, unpowered tools remain as effective as
they ever were. There’s something to be said for classic two wheeled dollies,
hand saws, and shovels that get the job done without drawing power,
burning fuel, clogging up, or breaking down. The following are a few of
those unpowered classics worth having because they stand the test of
time.
Multi-Bit Ratcheting Screwdriver
When you have a job that requires a lot of screws being driven in or screwed out, a drill with a screw bit can save you a lot of time and taxing of the shoulder muscles. However, a drained battery that someone forgot to charge can be a frustrating time-waster. A plug-in drill won’t run dry, but fumbling with extension cords isn’t a lot of fun either.
Fortunately, a multi-bit ratcheting screwdriver won’t run dry and requires no cord. The bit switch-out process is generally faster than it is for a drill, and the ratcheting makes screwing and unscrewing a snap. If you don’t have one, pick one up for smaller jobs or as a backup.
Hand Truck and Wheelbarrow
Hand trucks have been saving people time and strain for a great number of years, as have wheelbarrows. That they’re both still in regular use after much time has passed is a testament to the brilliant simplicity and functionality of their design. For everyone from the average homeowner to the professional warehouse picker, a sturdy aluminum hand truck remains an invaluable commodity. Having one of each makes good sense. Wheelbarrows are best for loose material like soil, rocks, scrap, and mulch. Hand trucks excel at moving heavier solid and stackable cargo, such as lumber; bags of planting soil, concrete, and fertilizer; as well as boxes full of items, like books or spare parts.
Crosscut Saw
Powered saws are unquestionably great at what they do and can be used on a variety of hard materials. Not to mention, there’s a powered saw for every purpose: chainsaws, circular saws, band saws, reciprocating saws—you name it. However, being power tools, they can run out of power, fuel, or oil. Their moving parts can also wear out and they can become clogged, or otherwise cease functioning. That can mean a good bit of money down the drain.
An excellent alternative to that risk is the crosscut hand saw. Crosscut saws have teeth designed to cut on both the push and pull sawing motion, effectively halving the sawing time. Better yet, they’re relatively inexpensive and will never run out of gas. There are some jobs they just aren’t powerful enough for, but they will save your powered tools wear and tear if you use them for most of your woodwork.
About Magline
Magline is easily one of the best-known and most trusted names in the material handling industry. The name is such a byword for trusted and valued material handling equipment that any hand truck, no matter its original brand, is often referred to as a “Magliner.” Unfortunately for those brands, being called a Magliner is no substitute for the real thing. Magline has been engineering and producing the sturdiest, the most reliable, and the easiest-to-use material handling equipment in the industry for over 70 years. Along with their renowned classic hand trucks, they have a wide selection of more specialized options, including a u boat cart, a stair climbing cart selection, a convertible/collapsible hand truck series, and a whole lot more.
Move what you need to safely and efficiently with a Magliner, available at Magliner.com
Multi-Bit Ratcheting Screwdriver
When you have a job that requires a lot of screws being driven in or screwed out, a drill with a screw bit can save you a lot of time and taxing of the shoulder muscles. However, a drained battery that someone forgot to charge can be a frustrating time-waster. A plug-in drill won’t run dry, but fumbling with extension cords isn’t a lot of fun either.
Fortunately, a multi-bit ratcheting screwdriver won’t run dry and requires no cord. The bit switch-out process is generally faster than it is for a drill, and the ratcheting makes screwing and unscrewing a snap. If you don’t have one, pick one up for smaller jobs or as a backup.
Hand Truck and Wheelbarrow
Hand trucks have been saving people time and strain for a great number of years, as have wheelbarrows. That they’re both still in regular use after much time has passed is a testament to the brilliant simplicity and functionality of their design. For everyone from the average homeowner to the professional warehouse picker, a sturdy aluminum hand truck remains an invaluable commodity. Having one of each makes good sense. Wheelbarrows are best for loose material like soil, rocks, scrap, and mulch. Hand trucks excel at moving heavier solid and stackable cargo, such as lumber; bags of planting soil, concrete, and fertilizer; as well as boxes full of items, like books or spare parts.
Crosscut Saw
Powered saws are unquestionably great at what they do and can be used on a variety of hard materials. Not to mention, there’s a powered saw for every purpose: chainsaws, circular saws, band saws, reciprocating saws—you name it. However, being power tools, they can run out of power, fuel, or oil. Their moving parts can also wear out and they can become clogged, or otherwise cease functioning. That can mean a good bit of money down the drain.
An excellent alternative to that risk is the crosscut hand saw. Crosscut saws have teeth designed to cut on both the push and pull sawing motion, effectively halving the sawing time. Better yet, they’re relatively inexpensive and will never run out of gas. There are some jobs they just aren’t powerful enough for, but they will save your powered tools wear and tear if you use them for most of your woodwork.
About Magline
Magline is easily one of the best-known and most trusted names in the material handling industry. The name is such a byword for trusted and valued material handling equipment that any hand truck, no matter its original brand, is often referred to as a “Magliner.” Unfortunately for those brands, being called a Magliner is no substitute for the real thing. Magline has been engineering and producing the sturdiest, the most reliable, and the easiest-to-use material handling equipment in the industry for over 70 years. Along with their renowned classic hand trucks, they have a wide selection of more specialized options, including a u boat cart, a stair climbing cart selection, a convertible/collapsible hand truck series, and a whole lot more.
Move what you need to safely and efficiently with a Magliner, available at Magliner.com
