https://www.old.toolrank.com/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/images/stories/toolrankcom_100x358.png https://www.old.toolrank.com/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/bosch-click-go-l-boxx-configuration-tool-201305151445/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/bosch-click-go-l-boxx-configuration-tool-201305151445/ So, you have a bunch of tools you want to organize using Bosch's Click & Go L-BOXX system but you are not sure what you need. Bosch has a new online configuration tool that might help you out. Whether you are looking for Bosch tool kits that include an L-BOXX, 12-volt tools with inserts that fit into an L-BOXX, or just an empty L-BOXX, the configurator has you covered. The 12-volt tools are small enough to fit two into one L-BOXX, and the config tool can help you out there too. Once you have all your... ]]> Wed, 15 May 2013 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/bosch-teases-the-new-18-volt-oscillating-multi-tool-on-facebook-201305101442/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/bosch-teases-the-new-18-volt-oscillating-multi-tool-on-facebook-201305101442/ It looks like Bosch US will be coming out with an 18-volt version of their oscillating multi-tool. They gave us a sneak peek at what is to come on their Facebook page. From the photo all we can really see is that it runs on 18-volts and has the tool-less blade change feature that is found on their corded models, but I suspect it is pretty much the same as the cordless model that is already available in Europe. No word on pricing or availability. ]]> Fri, 10 May 2013 07:11:58 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/free-battery-deals-for-bosch-and-milwaukee-tools-201304251431/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/hot-deals/free-battery-deals-for-bosch-and-milwaukee-tools-201304251431/ If you rely on cordless power tools, one of the best ways to improve their usability is to purchase additional batteries. But why purchase batteries when you can get them for free? I found a couple of deals that can get you free Bosch or Milwaukee batteries. Now through May 4th a purchase of select Bosch 18-volt cordless tools or tool set on Amazon.com can get you a free slim-pack 18-volt battery (BAT609). The tools and kits that are eligible for this deal all seem to be Bosch's lighter-duty cordless tools. BUY - Amazon ... ]]> Thu, 25 Apr 2013 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/bosch-announces-11-new-angle-grinders-201304191427/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/bosch-announces-11-new-angle-grinders-201304191427/ If you have been having a hard time finding the right angle grinder to suit your needs, I think your search just got a whole lot easier. Bosch has announced that they have overhauled their line of angle grinders are releasing a total of 11 new angle grinders that range in size and power to better match your needs. The new models feature a new motor design with direct motor cooling and more air vents to reduce the chance of overheating do to hand blockage. According to Bosch, independent testing has shown that their grinders deliver... ]]> Fri, 19 Apr 2013 21:55:59 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/cool-tools/carpenter-makes-a-diy-domino-like-mortiser-201303281414/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/cool-tools/carpenter-makes-a-diy-domino-like-mortiser-201303281414/ I think we can all pretty much agree that the Festool Domino mortiser is one cool machine. We might not all need one, but we can admire the engineering and the capabilities of the tool. So how much more impressed are we that a Russian carpenter made a similar functioning machine out of some basic shop tools. Using a Bosch Colt Router, some scraps of plywood, a few miscellaneous parts, and a lot of time, Alex K. was able to design and build his very own portable mortising machine. As he demonstrates in... ]]> Thu, 28 Mar 2013 09:00:23 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/reviews/bosch-gcl25-self-leveling-5-point-cross-line-laser-review-201303271413/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/reviews/bosch-gcl25-self-leveling-5-point-cross-line-laser-review-201303271413/ Recently I had a chance to put Bosch's new GCL-25 laser-level to real practical use. The GCL-25 laser level features five beam points—up, down, forward, left and right; in addition, it also displays continuous cross hair lines—horizontal and plumb. The beams and lines are all self leveling and can be used independently or together. The tool's featured 5-point, cross-hair combination made it ideal for my project, which, prior to the introduction of this layout tool would have required two tools or more. The task at hand was to install a divider panel in a lavish public... ]]> Wed, 27 Mar 2013 08:23:10 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/bosch-os50vc-3-4-amp-variable-speed-1-2-sheet-orbital-finishing-sander-201303251411/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/bosch-os50vc-3-4-amp-variable-speed-1-2-sheet-orbital-finishing-sander-201303251411/ Bosch has come out with a new ½-sheet orbital sander that they say delivers the "smoothest handling" and a "fine finish", thanks in part to their new vibration control system. Personally, I just think the new Bosch OS50VC ½-Sheet Sander looks cool. Big sanders deliver a more uniform finish, but because if the big size, they also require more power; more power often leads to greater vibration because of the amount of mass that is being moved. Bosch says that their vibration control system keeps vibrations to a minimum by isolating the grip of the tool... ]]> Mon, 25 Mar 2013 07:00:00 -0500 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/bosch-diamond-blades-from-4-to-14-inches-201302191394/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/News/bosch-diamond-blades-from-4-to-14-inches-201302191394/ The Bosch engineers have been hard at work developing a complete line of diamond blades that they say deliver "great performance and speed" in applications such as cutting hard concrete, green concrete, tile and general purpose masonry. The lineup covers diamond blades from 4-inches all the up to 14-inches with rim options including segmented, turbo, and continuous. Mt. Prospect, Ill., February 5, 2013 - Power tools users know what they want - particularly construction professionals who demand quality and performance in the cutting blades they use on the jobsite every day. And that's why Bosch talked to... ]]> Tue, 19 Feb 2013 22:42:16 -0600 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/contests/around-the-web/bosch-and-ram-truck-announce-strategic-partnership-kick-it-off-with-giveaway-201302051385/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/contests/around-the-web/bosch-and-ram-truck-announce-strategic-partnership-kick-it-off-with-giveaway-201302051385/ The Robert Bosch Tool Corporation and Ram Truck brand announced today at World Of Concrete trade show that they would be forming a strategic partnership. Together the two companies will jointly pursue sales and marketing opportunities in both markets that benefit both companies. To kick off the partnership Bosch Tools is hosting a contest where one person will win a Ram truck of their choice valued up to $50,000. The sweepstakes starts now and will run through February 28, 2013. What, no tools to go with the truck? In the long run we should be... ]]> Tue, 05 Feb 2013 21:24:41 -0600 https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/bosch-click-and-go-72-hour-kit-build-concluding-with-the-l-boxx-4-and-some-technology-201212201361/ https://www.old.toolrank.com/tool-blog/bosch-click-and-go-72-hour-kit-build-concluding-with-the-l-boxx-4-and-some-technology-201212201361/ It has been a couple of months since I started my 72-Hour kit build, which uses the Bosch Click & Go L-BOXX system to store and organize all of my survival supplies. It was a bit of work in getting all of the supplies together, getting everything organized and publishing the content here on Tool-Rank, but in the end I feel better prepared to handle a disaster of any kind. In this last part of my build I take a look at the Bosch L-BOXX-4 and how I used it to store extra clothing, blankets, lighting, and... ]]> Thu, 20 Dec 2012 09:39:00 -0600