When pressure-testing a Manabloc and PEX system with air, after rough-in, I shut off all valves on the Manabloc, leaving pressure in each individual line.

Irwin Tools’ expanded Vise-Grip line features the Max Leverage Diagonal Cutting Pliers and End Cutting Pliers, which are equipped with PowerSlot Technology, and the ErgoMulti Long Nose Pliers (pictured), which are designed with an angled head for reduced wrist strain.

J.C. Whitlam’s Piraña II is a one-handed operation, 2” (5.08 cm) PVC ratchet cutter with a high-quality, replaceable SK5 carbon-steel blade. The heavy-duty, spring-loaded retractable blade quickly and easily makes a clean straight cut on PVC, CPVC, ABS and HDPE pipe and tubing through 2” in diameter. It is made of heavy-duty steel construction but also has a lightweight compact design. Replacement blades and springs also are available.

Stanley’s Fatmax Anti-Vibe two-piece hammers are constructed of a two-piece steel core to isolate vibration to the hammer head.

General Tool’s 14-in-1 HVAC Multi-Pro Screwdriver has a rotating and retractable in-handle bit cartridge that functions as storage for six double-ended bits and one single-ended bit.

DeWalt’s folding auto-load knife, model DWHT10261, automatically loads a new blade to save time.

Milwaukee Tool introduces its new Jobsite Backpack (48-22-8200).

Tool Tips—September 2014