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The decisions that cost a crew real money, from which battery platform to run to when a compactor pays for itself.

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Decisions that cost a crew money

Pick a battery platformPick a battery platformOne platform per truckFree tools with kit dealsFree tools with kit dealsPick the highest-value free toolCompactor: rent or buyCompactor: rent or buyWith a calculatorEngrave against theftEngrave against theftCompany ID on every tool
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Batteries and fuel

Battery basicsBattery basicsVolts vs amp-hours, high-output packs, charging in heat and cold, storage, and why knockoff batteries and adapters are a bad bet.
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Maintenance and repair

Blades and chainsBlades and chainsChainsaw chains, portable band saw blades, grinder discs, cut-off wheels and circular saw blades, plus the lefty-loosey exceptions.Stop tool burnoutStop tool burnoutWhy motors and batteries fail, the common maintenance habits, and the less-known tricks that add years to a tool.
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Plumbing and finishing

Threading and press toolsHow tapered pipe threads are cut, how press fittings work, and how to get clean beads with a cordless caulk gun.
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Jobsite comfort

Jobsite fansCorded vs battery jobsite fans, hybrid fans, misting fans and when they help, dust, cords and heat safety.Jobsite radiosHow to compare jobsite radios and speakers: power source, toughness, sound and bass, runtime, and charging.

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