PTEN Blog http://www.pten.com/interactive Professional Tool and Equipement News Fri, 18 Sep 2009 16:02:48 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.3.3 en Coxreels EZ-Coil reel http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/09/18/coxreels-ez-coil-reel/ http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/09/18/coxreels-ez-coil-reel/#comments Fri, 18 Sep 2009 16:02:48 +0000 PTEN editor http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/09/18/coxreels-ez-coil-reel/

The sturdy, easy-to-mount EZ-Coil reel gets a positive review by our shop owner/reviewer.

Find this product in the PTEN Online Buyers Guide and read the Magazine Review.

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E-Z Red’s new butterfly sockets improve access in tight spots. Find out more in the Online Buyers Guide.

]]> http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/07/17/e-z-red-butterfly-sockets/feed/ Simple diagnostics http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/05/13/simple-diagnositics/ http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/05/13/simple-diagnositics/#comments Wed, 13 May 2009 18:38:08 +0000 Erica Schulz http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/05/13/simple-diagnositics/ When a customer comes into your shop with the engine light on, how do you help them? Do you use a code reader for quick vehicle troubleshooting?

It’s easier for tech’s to buy something that costs a few hundred dollars, compared to the thousands of dollars a shop might spend on a scan tool.

Do you have your own code reader, or do you use one frequently? How often do you use it?

Let me know what you think.

 Erica Schulz, Associate Editor
Professional Tool & Equipment News

]]> http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/05/13/simple-diagnositics/feed/ Fleet Maintenance magazine launches Buyers’ Guide http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/05/08/fleet-maintenance-magazine-launches-buyers-guide/ http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/05/08/fleet-maintenance-magazine-launches-buyers-guide/#comments Fri, 08 May 2009 13:50:09 +0000 Erica Schulz http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/05/08/fleet-maintenance-magazine-launches-buyers-guide/ One of our sister publication’s, Fleet Maintenance magazine, just launched their brand-new Online Buyers’ Guide at directory.fleetmag.com!

Search for fleet products by name, company, category or related product. The site offers a comprehensive list and details on products and companies for anything fleet owners and repair shops are looking for.

This comprehensive product and company listing allows users to find the right parts, tools and shop equipment for any size fleet.  Check out the Fleet Maintenance Online Buyers’ Guide now at directory.fleetmag.com!

Erica Schulz, Associate Editor

Professional Tool & Equipment News magazine

]]> http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/05/08/fleet-maintenance-magazine-launches-buyers-guide/feed/ The BRAND-NEW Online Buyers’ Guide http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/04/30/the-brand-new-online-buyers-guide/ http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/04/30/the-brand-new-online-buyers-guide/#comments Thu, 30 Apr 2009 19:17:35 +0000 Erica Schulz http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/04/30/the-brand-new-online-buyers-guide/ It’s finally here! After weeks of updating countless products, the editorial team at Professional Distributor and Professional Tool & Equipment News magazine proudly bring you the brand-new, 100-percent improved PTEN.com Online Buyers’ Guide.

Search for products by name, company, category or related product. The site offers a comprehensive list and details on products and companies for anything your techs and repair shops are looking for, including diagnostic equipment, hardlines, tool storage, personal gear and more. You name it, we’ve got it.

We update products daily. Want to see the newest tools and equipment? Check out our Online Buyers’ Guide now at directory.pten.com.

- Erica Schulz, Associate Editor

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The new release includes support for the SAE 1979 May 2007 update and offers enhanced family support for Chrysler, GM, Honda, Hyundai and Toyota makes and models.

]]> http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/04/10/autoenginuity-scan-tool/feed/ Rumors - SK http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/03/25/rumors-sk/ http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/03/25/rumors-sk/#comments Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:39:58 +0000 PTEN editor http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/03/25/rumors-sk/ To paraphrase the great Mark Twain, “The reports of S-K’s death are greatly exaggerated.”

Recently, rumors have been circulating that S-K Hand Tools had filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. That’s simply not true, according to Cliff Rusnak, S-K’s executive VP. He does think the report was spawned by the Chapter 11 filing of S&K Famous Brands (http://cantorarkemapc.com/sandk-famous-brands.php).

In addition to not having filed for bankruptcy, S-K has recently released several new tools, including a new hammer set, sockets, and a full range of new dial torque wrenches.

Watch for more new products from S-K in the coming months in PTEN and our Online Buyers’ Guide.

]]> http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/03/25/rumors-sk/feed/ Silvertronic Automotive Diagnostic Kit http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/03/20/silvertronic-automotive-diagnostic-kit/ http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/03/20/silvertronic-automotive-diagnostic-kit/#comments Fri, 20 Mar 2009 16:14:40 +0000 PTEN editor http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/03/20/silvertronic-automotive-diagnostic-kit/

A comprehensive auto diagnostic kit, featuring a variety of connectors to suit any need.

]]> http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/03/20/silvertronic-automotive-diagnostic-kit/feed/ Snap-on Tools N.O.S. boot from Coastal Boots http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/03/20/snap-on-tools-nos-boot-from-coastal-boots/ http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/03/20/snap-on-tools-nos-boot-from-coastal-boots/#comments Fri, 20 Mar 2009 14:20:31 +0000 PTEN editor http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/03/20/snap-on-tools-nos-boot-from-coastal-boots/

The new N.O.S. work boots from Coastal Boot include sewn-in flames on the toe and heel leather and are available from your Snap-on Tools distributor.

]]> http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/03/20/snap-on-tools-nos-boot-from-coastal-boots/feed/ Shed some light … http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/03/06/shed-some-light/ http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/03/06/shed-some-light/#comments Fri, 06 Mar 2009 18:02:08 +0000 Erica Schulz http://www.pten.com/interactive/2009/03/06/shed-some-light/ What kind of features do you look for when you’re buying work lights and flashlights to use around the shop?
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Do you prefer a certain brand? Look for specific features, like pick-up tools? How about a certain size, power, brightness, or whether it’s rechargeable?

For those of you willing to share an opinion, I’ll choose the single best response and send that writer a new Mayhew Tools 4-piece Angled Scraper Set.

Let me know what you think.

-Erica, PTEN Associate Editor

***Congratulations to Duane Jones, whose response was chosen. Duane will receive the Mayhew Tools 4-piece Angled Scraper Set.***

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