Masonry Magazine February 2011 Page. 20
BRICKLAYERS' TOOLS
"One area that continues to grow in most trades is cordless tools," says Robert Chetalet, senior project manager for Cordless and Cutting for Hilti. "There are a wide range of cordless tools available to help masons get their jobs done faster, while maintaining the same level of craftsmanship."
For instance, masonry professionals have really come to rely on the Hilti combo packs of cordless tools. Especially useful are the Hilti SFH 18-A CPC Hammer Drill/Driver and the Hilti TE 4-A18 CPC Cordless Rotary Hammer, which make quick work of applications such as brick ties and ledgers.
"Cordless tools are great for a mason to have in his/her fleet, because not only do they help increase productivity, but also they can help with jobsite safety," says Chetalet. "With no cords to tangle or trip over, cordless tools are great to take on scaffolding."
Knowing that sometimes tools get dropped, Hilti cordless tools are constructed for long-lasting performance in demanding work conditions, and the Cordless Power Care (CPC) batteries are just as tough. Professionals know the ultramide glass-fiber reinforced tool and battery housing helps protect against drops, and the battery cells are designed with electronic monitoring that protects against over-heating, overloading and deep discharge. Best of all, Hilti covers its cordless tools, batteries and chargers with Hilti's Lifetime Service, a unique service agreement that includes two years of no-cost coverage.
Hilti SFH 18-A CPC Hammer Drill/Driver
DESIGNED FOR drilling holes in masonry and stone with a variety of bits, the SFH 18-A is a tool built to outperform and outlast under the toughest jobsite conditions. Whether it's used to screw formwork together, install Kwik-Con 3/16- to 1/4-inch, brick ties or ledgers, this workhorse is the mason's go-to tool.
Featuring all-metal gearing for smooth transfer of power, the SFH 18-A delivers 25 percent more torque and RPM than many other competitive models. With 750 inch-pounds of torque, 2,140 RPM and three speeds, this tool provides industry-leading performance. Plus, the SFH 18-A CPC delivers up to 55 percent more BPM when hammer drilling in masonry, greatly improving productivity. It's well-balanced and provides superior comfort to reduce operator fatigue.
MASONRY WALLSCRAPER
Light-weight durable aluminum
Durable 6 ft. powder-coated handle
Uses a standard rubbing disc as an abrasive pad
TORPEDO GROOVER
24", 36", 48" and 56" lengths
Machine tooled
High grade aluminum
Cuts straight control joint-134" depth
Also available in 13%" depth
Hilti TE 4-A18 CPC Cordless Rotary Hammer
THE TE 4-A18 CPC CORDLESS ROTARY HAMMER is engineered with a powerful and efficient motor and drills more holes in concrete per charge than any other 18V cordless rotary hammer in its class. Ideal for drilling anchor holes or through holes in masonry with an optimum drilling diameter range of 1/4- to 1/2-inch, this tool is great when installing KB 3s in grouted masonry for ledgers.
It features a keyless "click" chuck for fast and easy drill bit changes, as well as a variable speed trigger for more operator control in all drilling positions. Both the SFH 18-A and TE 4-A18 tools fea-