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Optimizing Productivity on the Jobsite: DEWALT® Announces Extensive Range of New Innovations in Hand Tools and Accessories Designed for Trade Professionals

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DEWALT unveils the 20V MAX* GRABO Lifter boasting a lift-load capacity of up to 265 lbs. max in horizontal lifting, carrying and installing heavy construction materials across all tradesThe IMPACT CONNECT™ System expands with new Inside Pipe Cutter, Nut Runner, and PEX Crimper & Pincher Attachments for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing professionalsJoining the DEWALT TOUGHSERIES™ lineup are new mechanics tool sets and wrench sets featuring powerjaw technology as well as 144-tooth Count Quick Release Ratchets

TOWSON, Md., Sept. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) brand and leader in total jobsite solutions, today announced a new lineup of innovations in its hand tools and accessories category designed to empower tradespeople on the jobsite by optimizing user workflow and productivity. New product offerings, anchored by the 20V MAX* GRABO Lifter and additions to the IMPACT CONNECT™ System, provide solutions for a variety of trades including mechanical, electrical, plumbing and automotive.

“The expansive new roster of groundbreaking hand tools and accessories continues to strengthen DEWALT’s ecosystem of tools and technology that provides end-to-end solutions,” said Dave Veprek, Vice President, Hand Tools, Accessories & Storage, DEWALT. “In alignment with DEWALT’s 100-year legacy of productivity and performance, each product is designed to deliver on the demands of trade professionals, enhancing their workflows every day on the job.”

Introducing the 20V MAX* GRABO Lifter

With a lift-load capacity of up to 265 lbs. max in horizontal lifting and up to 132 lbs. max in vertical lifting, the 20V MAX* GRABO Lifter (DCE592) utilizes a powerful electric vacuum pump to help maximize user control during lifting, carrying or installation applications. The Lifter can be used with a wide range of heavy construction materials including glass, tile, metal, as well as semi-porous materials like wood, drywall, concrete and natural stones. Powered by a DEWALT 20V MAX* battery, the tool offers generous runtime to optimize productivity throughout the workday.

The 20V MAX* GRABO Lifter is equipped with a built-in pressure sensor that automatically controls the pump, helping to maintain the vacuum grip. It also features a digital pressure gauge that communicates pressure developed as well as an audio alarm alerting users when battery level is low, and four metal lift-strap attachment hooks allowing for use of lifting straps (straps sold separately).

The 20V MAX* GRABO Lifter will be available as a bare unit (DCE592B, battery sold separately) or kitted (DCE592D1, battery included) in December where DEWALT products are sold.

IMPACT CONNECT™ System Expands With Inside Pipe Cutter, Nut Runner & PEX Crimper and Pincher Attachments

The DEWALT IMPACT CONNECT™ portfolio continues to grow with several new attachments that quickly transform select DEWALT® 20V MAX* and other pro-grade 18V Impact Drivers into specialized tools for the trades.

Designed with a durable diamond grit cutting edge (manufactured with lab-made diamond particles) that delivers 10X longer life, the IMPACT CONNECT™ Inside Pipe Cutter Attachment (DWAIPCIR) cuts 2X faster† in tough plumbing applications. The attachment cuts a wide range of PVC pipe sized from 1-1/4 in. to 8 in. schedule 40 and features a permanently fixed blade.

The IMPACT CONNECT™ Nut Runner Attachment (DWANRRIR) is 3X faster than running nuts by hand and offers a lifting capacity of up to 100 lbs. † The attachment rotates 360 degrees for accessibility in tight spaces and offers application versatility with seven compatible nut sizes and four compatible rod sizes including 3/8 in. standard and heavy, 1/2 in. standard and heavy, 1/4 in. standard and heavy, and 5/8 in. standard (1/4 in. and 5/8 in. sizes sold separately).The split socket design enables access to trapped nuts to meet the needs of mechanical, electrical, or plumbing professionals utilizing trapeze systems, cable trays, or other threaded rod ceiling suspension systems.

Finally, two new PEX attachments, the IMPACT CONNECT™ PEX Crimper Attachment (DWAPXCIR) and IMPACT CONNECT™ PEX Pincher Attachment (DWAPXPIR) aid in fast, effort-saving work.

The IMPACT CONNECT™ PEX Crimper Attachment delivers 50% faster crimping with 30X less crimping effort†. Available in both 1/2 in. and 3/4 in. ring sizes, the attachment provides one-hand operation capabilities and wire ring supports that help prevent sliding in vertical applications. The IMPACT CONNECT™ PEX Pincher Attachment delivers 6X faster clamps with less than 1% pinching effort.† With a capacity of 3/8 in. to 1 in. pinch rings, users can take on a wide range of pinching applications and complete jobs with confidence utilizing the completion indicator that turns green when the pinch cycle is complete. Both PEX attachments are designed to fit in a standard joist bay and feature 360-degree rotation to help maximize accessibility.

The IMPACT CONNECT™ Inside Pipe Cutter Attachment as well as the PEX Crimper and Pincher Attachments are available now. The Nut Runner Attachment will be available in early 2025 where DEWALT products are sold.

New TOUGHSERIES™ Mechanics Sets and Automotive Tools

Joining the DEWALT TOUGHSERIES™ lineup are several new mechanics tool sets and wrench sets that include design and technology advancements for maneuverability, durability and productivity.

TOUGHSERIES™ Mechanics Tool Sets include new TOUGHSERIES™ Sockets with powerjaw technology providing 30% more torque on rounded fasteners^ as well as TOUGHSERIES™ 144-Tooth Count Quick Release Ratchets that deliver 4X longer life*** and a 2.5-degree arc swing that helps ease movement in tight spaces. Engineered with a full-polish chrome finish that helps provide corrosion resistance, these sets are packed in a durable case for organization and portability. The sets are available in 1/4-in. to 1/2-in. drive sizes and range from 20 pieces to 242 pieces.

The TOUGHSERIES™ 144-Tooth Count Quick Release Ratchets will also be sold separately in a 1/2 in. Drive (DWMT45021), 3/8 in. Drive (DWMT45020) and 1/4 in. Drive (DWMT45019).

New TOUGHSERIES™ Wrench Sets feature powerjaw technology that allows for 30% more torque on rounded fasteners^ with a 15-degree offset to provide access in tight spaces and long panel forging designed to maximize torque. Packed in a stackable TOUGH BOX case with a clear lid, these sets offer visibility and a removable inner tray for use in metal storage drawers. Sets include the:

TOUGHSERIES™ 8-Piece Metric Combination Wrench Set (DWMT45426)TOUGHSERIES™ 8-Piece SAE Combination Wrench Set (DWMT45427)TOUGHSERIES™ 17-Piece SAE Combination Wrench Set (DWMT45428)TOUGHSERIES™ 18-Piece Metric Combination Wrench Set (DWMT45429)

TOUGHSERIES™ Mechanics Tool Sets, Wrench Sets and 144-Tooth Count Quick Release Ratchets are available now where DEWALT products are sold.

DEWALT’s Latest Knives and Lasers

DEWALT has also released several new knives and lasers including:

TOUGHSERIES™ Retractable Utility Knife (DWHT10999): Designed with a new slider mechanism, this knife delivers 2X longer life and debris resistance.^^ATOMIC COMPACT SERIES™ Push and Flip Folding Utility Knife (DWHT10990): With an ergonomic design that makes it 30% more compact ^^^, the knife features one-handed flip-to-open operation for convenience and ease of use.20V MAX* XR® Remote Control 360º Line Laser (DCLE34035): DEWALT’s first remote-control line laser with vertical and rotational adjustments.USB Rechargeable Green Cross Line Laser (DCLE14201G) and Red Cross Line Laser (DCLE14201RB): Designed for accuracy and efficiency with fine adjustment, manual slope and remote control functionality using DEWALT’s new DCLEAUSBRC1 Bluetooth® Remote Control (sold separately with DCLE14201RB).

New knives and lasers are available now where DEWALT products are sold.

To learn more about DEWALT hand tools and accessories please visit: www.dewalt.com.

*Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a workload) is 20. Nominal voltage is 18.

† – DWAIPCIR: vs. legacy IRWIN IRA81643 PVC pipe cutter when cutting 2″ schedule 40 PVC pipe embedded in 6800PSI concrete using DCF887 impact driver, DCBP034 battery, and DW0521 impact chuck (sold separately).

DWANRRIR: 3X Faster – Run time only. On average, running 3/8″ standard nuts on 3/8″ threaded rod using DCF887 impact driver and DCB204 battery (impact driver and battery sold separately) vs. by hand. Lifting capacity up to 100 lbs. – In lab conditions, when used with DCF845 impact driver (sold separately), can produce up to 1825 in-lb. (205Nm) torque in setting 3 which applies over 100lb linear force when applied to 1/2″ threaded rod in good condition. Performance may vary based on materials, finish, hardness, coatings, grade and condition of the threaded rod and nut.

DWAPXCIR: 50% Faster Crimps and 30X Less Crimping Effort – Crimp time only. On average, crimping 3/4″ copper crimp rings on PEX-B pipe using DCF845 impact driver and DCB204 battery (impact driver and battery sold separately) vs. competitor’s crimper hand tool.

DWAPXPIR: 6X Faster Clamps and Less than 1% Pinching Effort – Pinch time only. On average, pinching 1″ Stainless Steel Pinch Clamps when clamping 1″ Stainless Steel Pinch Clamps on PEX-B pipe using DCF845 impact driver and DCB204 battery (impact driver and battery sold separately) vs. competitor’s pincher hand tool.

DWM45415, DWM45416, DWM45417: 50% rounded bolts with open end, and 70% rounded bolts with box end and sockets.

***As compared to DWMT81096, DWMT81097, AND DWMT81098

^50% Rounded bolts with open end, and 70% rounded bolts with box end

^^DWHT10999: Compared to DWHT10998 Utility Knife Slider.

^^^DWHT10990: Compared to DEWALT DWHT10992 Folding Utility Knife

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About DEWALT
DEWALT, a Stanley Black & Decker brand, celebrates 100 years in business by continuing to provide our customers with total jobsite and outdoor solutions. By applying its latest technology to the challenges of today’s skilled trades, DEWALT is leading the charge for the jobsite of the future and is pioneering the next generation of tools, outdoor equipment and forward-looking technologies. DEWALT products. GUARANTEED TOUGH®. For more information, visit www.dewalt.com or follow DEWALT on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

About Stanley Black & Decker
Founded in 1843 and headquartered in the USA, Stanley Black & Decker (NYSE: SWK) is a worldwide leader in Tools and Outdoor, operating manufacturing facilities globally. The Company’s approximately 50,000 diverse and high-performing employees produce innovative end-user inspired power tools, hand tools, storage, digital jobsite solutions, outdoor and lifestyle products, and engineered fasteners to support the world’s builders, tradespeople and DIYers. The Company’s world class portfolio of trusted brands includes DEWALT®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, BLACK+DECKER®, and Cub Cadet®. To learn more visit: www.stanleyblackanddecker.com or follow Stanley Black & Decker on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and X.

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In HelloNation, Veterinary Expert Dana Novara Highlights How Local Vets Support Pets and Their Owners

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The article outlines how veterinarians strengthen community ties through education, crisis response, and preventive care.

DENVER, Nov. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — How do local veterinarians support both pets and the people who care for them? HelloNation has published the answer in a HelloNation article that explores the broader community role veterinarians play beyond routine veterinary care.

The HelloNation article explains that while veterinarians are widely known for providing checkups, surgeries, and emergency treatment, their impact extends far beyond medical services. Veterinary clinics often serve as trusted community hubs where pet owners seek not only treatment, but also guidance and reassurance.

According to the article, veterinary clinics regularly provide education on preventive care, nutrition, and behavior. These everyday conversations help families make informed decisions about their pets’ health. By offering clear advice and accessible information, veterinarians contribute to stronger long term outcomes for both animals and owners.

The article also describes how many veterinarians participate in local events that promote animal welfare and community engagement. Clinics may host vaccination drives, pet adoption events, and educational workshops. These efforts bring residents together around a shared interest in responsible pet ownership and community well being.

Veterinary Expert Dana Novara provides insight in the article into how veterinarians become consistent and approachable figures within their neighborhoods. The article notes that this accessibility fosters trust. Over time, relationships built during routine appointments strengthen confidence and communication between pet owners and veterinary professionals.

Beyond routine services, the article highlights the role veterinarians play during local disasters. In times of floods, wildfires, or severe storms, veterinary clinics often provide emergency medical care, temporary shelter, or coordination with rescue groups. Their expertise supports both pets and families during stressful and uncertain situations.

The HelloNation article emphasizes that these efforts reduce strain on communities facing emergencies. By safeguarding pets, veterinarians help relieve a major source of concern for owners. This dual focus on animal welfare and human reassurance reinforces the importance of veterinary professionals in local support networks.

Collaboration is another theme explored in the article. Many veterinarians work closely with rescue groups, shelters, and advocacy organizations. By offering discounted or pro bono services, they help rescued animals receive essential treatment before adoption. These partnerships improve adoption outcomes and promote preventive care throughout the community.

Veterinary Expert Dana Novara is featured in the article discussing how these collaborations benefit both pets and residents. The article explains that when veterinarians engage with rescue groups and educational programs, they help reduce the number of untreated animals and increase awareness of available resources.

The piece also points to the subtle but meaningful public health impact of veterinary care. By promoting vaccinations and preventive care, veterinarians reduce the spread of preventable diseases. Their educational outreach encourages responsible pet ownership and supports healthier environments for all.

Ultimately, the article frames veterinarians as community anchors whose influence reaches beyond clinical walls. Through education, collaboration, crisis response, and consistent care, they help create connected neighborhoods where both pets and people feel supported.

How Local Vets Support Pets and Their Owners features insights from Dana Novara, Veterinary Expert of Denver, Colorado, in HelloNation.

About HelloNation
HelloNation is a premier media platform that connects readers with trusted professionals and businesses across various industries. Through its innovative “edvertising” approach that blends educational content and storytelling, HelloNation delivers expert-driven articles that inform, inspire, and empower. Covering topics from home improvement and health to business strategy and lifestyle, HelloNation highlights leaders making a meaningful impact in their communities.

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Beacon Communications Expands in Illinois with Acquisition of Low Voltage Solutions Inc., Broadening National Coverage to Chicago-Area Market

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DENVER, Nov. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Beacon Communications LLC, a leading provider of critical communications and life safety systems, throughout the U.S., today announced the acquisition of Low Voltage Solutions Inc. (LVS), a Lockport, Illinois-based technology solutions provider. The acquisition bolsters Beacon’s footprint in Illinois – expanding its ability to serve healthcare, government, education, and commercial customers throughout Illinois and the greater Chicago region.

“We couldn’t be more excited to welcome Low Voltage Solutions to the Beacon family,” said Brad Walsh, CEO of Beacon Communications. “Gary, Teresa, and the entire LVS team have built something truly special over the past two decades, with a strong reputation, exceptional customer relationships, and a culture that closely reflects our own. What excites me most is the opportunity to bring our talented teams together, build on the foundation they’ve established, and create new opportunities for our employees and customers. We’re proud to be part of LVS’s next chapter and look forward to everything we can accomplish together.”

Since 1997, LVS has evolved from a voice and data cabling contractor into a full-service provider of integrated technology solutions. Today, the company designs, installs, and supports a comprehensive range of low-voltage systems, specializing in voice, data and fiber optic cabling, electronic security, fire alarm, and audiovisual (AV) technologies. LVS delivers integrated solutions to prominent customers across a variety of industries, including Northwestern University, University of Illinois Chicago, Morris Hospital, Silver Cross Hospital, Chicago Public Schools, Shedd Aquarium, Argonne National Laboratory, and Verizon.

As part of Beacon, LVS clients will gain access to Beacon’s national resources, including added support company-wide and amplifying strategic partnerships with industry-leading manufacturers of advanced security technologies, nurse call, access control, intercom, infant protection, RTLS, AV, and managed services, along with 24/7 customer support. Beacon customers will also benefit from LVS’s local expertise and established regional relationships.

“LVS has always been built around our people, the relationships we’ve developed, and the commitment we bring to every customer. This partnership with Beacon gives us the opportunity to build on that foundation while bringing additional resources and capabilities to the table. I’m especially confident in our General Manager, Nick Siwak, and the leadership team as they guide LVS into this next chapter. For our customers, that means the same people, relationships, and commitment they have come to expect, backed by the added strength and opportunities of Beacon. I’m excited about what this means for our team and the future of LVS,” stated Gary St. Cin, President of Low Voltage Systems, Inc.

About Beacon Communications
Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Littleton, Colorado, Beacon Communications is a national leader in mission critical communications and security solutions. Beacon delivers custom technology solutions, from design and engineering to installation and managed services for integrated electronic security and communication systems including nurse call, access control, intercom, infant protection, RTLS, fire alarm and life safety solutions, AV, and structured cabling.

Beacon helps healthcare, government, education, commercial, energy, and infrastructure organizations operate more safely and efficiently, and provides staff training to customers as well as 24/7 support. Learn more at beaconcom.com.

About Low Voltage Solutions Inc..

Low Voltage Solutions Inc. (LVS) is a Lockport, Illinois-based provider of structured cabling, security, fire and life safety, and audio-visual systems. With a mission to deliver the most comprehensive low voltage solutions for its customers, LVS serves healthcare, education, government, industrial, commercial, hospitality, and retail clients across the Chicago area.

LVS’s long-term success is built on its people: an extraordinarily experienced team of project managers, engineers, and union electricians who see each project through from design to installation. Learn more at lvsolutions.com.

Beacon Communications Media Contact: 
Dez King, Marketing Manager
719-355-9261 | 426357@email4pr.com 

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Register a Birth, Live: Secure Identity Alliance Hosts OSIA Live Interoperability Demo at TRUSTECH Paris

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Six identity technology providers will run a complete birth registration through the OSIA standard (ITU-T X.1281), with a different line-up of vendors each day, 1–3 December 2026

BRUSSELS, Nov. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Secure Identity Alliance (SIA) today announced the OSIA Live Interoperability Demo, which will run throughout TRUSTECH Paris, 1–3 December 2026, at Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. Six identity technology providers, DIGITECH, iDAKTO, IN Groupe, Mühlbauer, Thales and X Infotech, will connect their systems through OSIA, the international standard for interoperable identity management systems (ITU-T Recommendation X.1281). Together they will run a complete birth registration, from checking the parent’s identity to a birth certificate printed on a card and verified on the spot.

Join us at Trustech and drop in to get your birth certificate on the spot. Register free here!

The birth certificate is the first identity document a person receives, and the foundation for every credential that follows: national ID, passport, driving licence. Yet in many countries it is still a paper document that is easy to forge and hard to recover if lost. Modernizing means connecting many components, such as enrollment, biometrics, unique identification number generation and credential management systems and civil and population registries. These are often supplied by different vendors, and without a shared standard each connection is a costly custom integration that ties governments to a single supplier.

At the demo, visitors play the child whose birth is being registered. The parent’s identity is first obtained and checked, and the visitor gives their details and a live face capture. After data verification, the birth is registered and a unique identification number (UIN) is attributed to the visitor, playing the child. Visitors then receive their birth certificate on the spot: their data and portrait are printed on a card together with a visible digital seal (QR code). Finally, they present the QR code to a mobile app, which verifies their identity by collecting the data and portrait from the different OSIA-powered identity systems.

To protect privacy, visitors’ faces appear on screen and are stored only for the purpose of printing the birth certificate in the framework of the demo. No fingerprints are captured, and the child is fictional. All data is erased at the close of each day.

“Interoperability is often presented as a promise. At TRUSTECH, governments will see it work, from a child’s very first identity record to a credential that can be trusted anywhere,” said Debora Comparin, Chair of the OSIA Initiative. “Six independent companies that compete have built one seamless process together, and they swap places every day. That is what OSIA gives governments: the freedom to choose the best system building block for each step, without lock-in.”

The demo will also be presented on stage on Wednesday 2 December at 12:00 in the ID Conference Room.

Practical information
OSIA Live Demo Area, Alley D, between the Innovation Stage and the ID Conference Room, TRUSTECH Paris, Paris Expo Porte de Versailles, 1–3 December 2026. Open drop-in during show hours. On stage: Wednesday 2 December, 12:00, ID Conference Room. More information: www.osia.io #OSIALiveDemo

About the Secure Identity Alliance
The Secure Identity Alliance brings together leading global providers of identity technology. SIA leads OSIA, eSEC, ADIA and co-leads SIDI Hub. SIA is a supporting organization of the ITU Focus Group TIDA. www.secureidentityalliance.org 

About OSIA
OSIA is the international standard for interoperable identity management systems, published as ITU-T Recommendation X.1281. It defines open interfaces between the building blocks of identity systems, so governments can combine components from different suppliers and avoid vendor lock-in. www.osia.io

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