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SKIL Set to Dominate with New 18 Volt Lithium Ion Power Tools
March 2, 2009 – SKIL Power Tools powers up its lithium ion collection with a new line of cordless 18 Volt Lithium Ion tools giving home project enthusiasts and professionals the enhanced performance, durability and convenience they need to tackle any project at affordable prices. Using lithium ion technology that consistently outperforms and outlasts traditional Ni-Cd batteries, SKIL’s new 18 Volt Lithium Ion line, that launches in Spring 2009, offers a unique mix of cordless power tools well suited for a wide array of home repair, outdoor and professional projects.
SKIL Pumps Up Pro Performance with its Latest Skilsaw
March 2, 2009 – SKIL Power Tools is proud to offer the next generation of SKILSAW with the new HD5687-01. This new circular saw takes its heritage from the Worm Drive SKILSAW and offers the ultimate combination of unmatched performance, lightweight design and unbeatable value and is designed to tackle any project on the jobsite. With a high power motor and enhanced functionality, this SKILSAW has the cutting capacity to help carpenters and contractors take on the toughest projects at a more affordable price point.
SKIL’s New ISIO Gardening Tool Gets Two Shrubs Up!
April 27, 2009 – SKIL Tools continues to expand its line of innovative lithium ion products with the launch of Isio, a two-in-one grass shear and shrub trimmer both garden aficionados and not-so-green thumbs can get behind. Because it is powered by SKIL’s lithium ion technology, the Isio charges three times faster and runs 33 percent longer than other cordless garden products currently on the market. The lithium ion battery also enabled SKIL to design Isio as a compact and ultra-lightweight tool, weighing up to 50 percent less than comparable products. The Isio battery charger has been awarded Energy Star certification, making it one of the most energy efficient battery operated gardening tools on the market.
New SKIL Smart Design Router Tables Increase Precision, Save Time and Space
June 15, 2009 – SKIL has unveiled a groundbreaking selection of router tables to complement the most versatile tool in a woodworker’s repertoire, the router. From do-it-yourself projects to advanced woodworking, routers are a staple when it comes to adding those finishing touches that bring visions to life. With increased precision and repeatability, SKIL’s new table design offers an enhanced routing experience that emphasizes convenience, functionality and ease-of-use versus traditional free-hand routing.
Build Priceless Memories with Inexpensive Projects this Father’s Day
May 4, 2009 – Make this Father’s Day special by spending a lot of time with Dad instead of a lot of money. SKIL Power Tools and LOWE’S Home Improvement are offering inexpensive projects designed to provide hours of priceless memories for kids and dads alike. In addition, you can take advantage of the opportunity to enter your family fun project into the SKIL Building Memories Contest for a chance to win one of over a hundred different prizes.
Show Us Your SKIL and You Could Win a Custom Motorcycle
April 1, 2009 – Whether spending your day framing houses in a new development or weekends in the backyard building that long-awaited deck, obstacles always emerge along the road to completing a successful project. That’s why SKIL Power Tools wants to know how you’ve used your worm drive SKILSAW® to overcome a challenge either on the jobsite or at home. And for taking the time to send us your story, you could win a new SKILSAW-themed bike, customized by Big Dog Motorcycles. But don’t worry, even if you don’t win the SKILSAW bike, there are lots of other great prizes.