What's new

The first promotion of 2012 is now available at Outillage Placide Mathieu! With quality products and new items, everyone will find something to improve its productivity.

We selected the most interesting tools from a variety of fields and offer you special prices on them for a limited time.

The Winter 2012 promotion is available from February 6 to March 10.

Click here to discover our Winter 2012 promotion.

After the BMR100 worksite radio, Makita launches the RM01 portable radio. The ideal work companion (!) for contractors, this device will follow you on the jobsite and at home.

It is powered by a rechargeable 10.8V or 12V LXT battery and you save up to 5 radio stations on FM and AM frequency with the integrated memory buttons.

Now in stock, the portable RM01 radio is sold for around 60$ and measures only 6,5" X 3" X 3.5". The RM01 radio does not recharge batteries.

Outillage Placide Mathieu announces the arrival of the new REDLINE series of metalworking and HVAC tools from Malco. Especially designed for industrial work, this line of tools will help you work faster and better, with improved ergonomics.
The ergonomic handle contours with an over-molded, non-slip handle insert assures a natural fit and feel for the way you work. Also, the REDLINE series has one-hand-operation, including an easy open and close latch motion, to always leave a free hand to steady work piece.

The Milwaukee Tool company presents the new and improved version of its renowned band saw. The 6238 series in made for electricians and HVAC professional workers and has many upgraded features to like:

• Industry leading 5"X5" deep cut capacity
• Powerful 11 amps motor for maximum performance
• Ergonomic design and crush zone barriers to prevents shocks and wear
• All metal direct drive gears and gear protecting clutch
• Completely sealed design to prevent internal damage
• Slimmer body design for maximum visibility and more accurate cuts
• Tool-free adjustable shoe and only 14.5 lbs. in weight

The 6238 band saws accepts 44-7/8" blades and is available with or without a carrying case.

This is the ultimate scanner for contractors. The new Bosch D-TECT150 wall/floor scanner is ideal for inspection and detection of a wide range of materials with incredible precision.

With the UWB Radar Technology, it detects ferrous and non-ferrous metals, wood, live wiring and water-filled plastic pipes. The 7 detection modes makes it the complete tool:

• Concrete
• Wet concrete
• Deep concrete (up to 6")
• In-floor heating
• Drywall
• Metal
• Signal view

This month, we introduce an useful new product for cellphones. The PowerTouch touchscreen compatible gloves work with all capacitive touchscreen devices, like iPhone© and BlackBerry© phones.

These gloves use conductive fibres to mimic the properties of a human hand, to help you stay warm while operating your favorite touchscreen devices all winter long!

The PowerTouch touchscreen compatible gloves are available in black, green, gray, blue and pink. A pair costs 6.71$ and makes for a great gift idea for Christmas.

Read the Bob Dale Glove brochure.

Outillage Placide Mathieu introduces the Greenlee LS50L knockout punch tool kit, especially made for professional electricians. While these tools have been on the market for a long time, this new tool works with a powerful 18V lithium-ion battery and has a 360° rotating head.
           
The Greenlee LS50L punch driver cuts up to 6" holes in mild steel and 2" holes in stainless steel, at any angle. It also cuts 2X faster than traditional knockout punch drivers. Also, a single trigger controls all tools functions, while a LED light illuminates dark work areas.
           
Learn more by visiting the Greenlee website.

The improved version of the most popular 12" miter saw on the market is finally available in store, just in time for Christmas ! The new DeWALT DWS780 double bevel miter saw has many new or upgraded features, including:

• Integrated XPS cross cut positioning system for maximum accuracy
• Dust collection system captures over 75% of debris
• Sliding fences for crown molding up to 7-1/2" nested
• Exclusive back fence design cuts up to 2"x16" dimensional lumber
• Powerful 15 Amp motor at 3,800 rpm

In November, Outillage Placide Mathieu introduces the Bosch GTL3 wall/floor covering laser. This new self-leveling laser is perfect to install wall and floor covering, such as ceramic tiles.

It projects 90° lines for squaring and the laser lines are positioned in front of the laser base for easy centering over point and precise adjustment. The GTL3 laser has 3 highly visible lines and the user can select 0°, 45°, 90° and 135° readings. The base is equipped with magnets to firmly attach the laser to a metallic wall surface.

The new Bosch GTL3 covering laser is now available in store and we invite you to watch the video below to learn even more about its features.

The DW089K self-leveling laser is the newest member of the DeWALT family of line lasers. This portable new device has 3 multi-directional laser lines to square a room and aid at 90° layout. It is accurate at ± 1/8" over 30 feet and is great for leveling jobs at home.

The strong pivoting magnet mounts easily on metal surfaces and a micro adjusting knob is designed for precise alignment over greater distances (up to 50 feet). The DeWALT DW089K laser is not made for exterior use. This is a versatile laser to buy, since it combined the functions of 2 or 3 different lasers. On special this month at 359.00$

Watch other photos and learn more by visiting the DeWALT DW089K product page.

With the introduction of the new 12V cordless ratchets and jig saw, Milwaukee now offers more than 25 tools and accessories in their M12 tool system. Even more electricians, plumbers, and workers around the jobsite will appreciate these 3 new tools :

Ratchets
2456-21 : 1/4" drive ratchet | 30 feet/pounds torque
2457-21 : 3/8" drive ratchet | 35 feet/pounds torque
These 2 cordless ratchets have 250 RPM and come with 1 battery and a charger in a pouch. They weight only 2 pounds and are 10.7" in length.

Jig saw
2445-21 : High-performance jig saw | 3/4" cutting stroke | Keyless blade change

This new jig saw has a « hybrid » handle for maximum cut and speed control. The 2445-21 jig saw delivers 2800 stokes per minute and has a 45° bevel capacity.