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A tool is an object that can extend an individual's ability to modify features of the surrounding environment. Although many animals use simple tools, only human beings, whose use of stone tools dates back hundreds of millennia, have been observed using tools to make other tools. Early tools, made of such materials as stone, bone, and wood, were used for preparation of food, hunting, manufacture of weapons, and working of materials to produce clothing and useful artifacts. The development of metalworking made additional types of tools possible. Harnessing energy sources such as animal power, wind, or steam, allowed increasingly complex tools to produce an even larger range of items, with the Industrial Revolution marking an marked inflection point in the use of tools. The introduction of automation allowed tools to operate with minimal human supervision, further increasing the productivity of human labor.

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  1. B

    Hello.. Plumber, going back on the tools??

    Hello All My name is Bill and have been a plumber for 35years. I have just returned from Australia where I was working as a plumbing inspector for 12 years! I have returned to the UK ( Ireland actually) and am considering getting back on the tools (probably just maintenance) .. Interested to...
  2. H

    Milwaukee chpx vs chm

    Hi guys, was wondering if someone could give me some advice. I’m looking at buying a Milwaukee sds which will be for general use such as drilling a variety of size holes and also for some core drilling from time to time in thermalite and also solid brick. I would like the drill only mode on the...
  3. rpm

    Email received about re naming of battery tools anyone

    Did anyone get an email to their personal email address re a name change to Hitachi tools.
  4. Rob Foster

    Servicing Tools is a very important part of any Plumbing business

    Is an important part if our onging business, rusty or seized tools are not good, so I have just found a long forgotten tool renovated it
  5. J

    2 tools that i would like

    1. A water meter pump like this one: https://www.amazon.com/King-Innovation-48072-Siphon-Pumps/dp/B00J5MWC8C I cant find it in uk, dont ever buy anything from abroad as takes forever and then get customs letter a few weeks later with massive fee 2. Gas meter spanner Why is it that Thames water...
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    Hultafors Clearance Sale - Professional Hand Tools

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    Professional, Innovative, Quality Tools By Brand For Easy Ordering

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  8. L

    hilka tools, stillsons

    anybody used them, ideally the 18" stillsons, been going for ages but never tried owt tia dave
  9. D

    What tools for apprentice plumber?

    I am an appentrice plumber and want to buy my first set of tools - Advice please on what I need.
  10. Best

    Brushless tools now at Lidl

    Lidl in my region are selling (from tomorrow) brushless 20 volt combi drill, circular saw and angle grinder. I believe they all come supplied each with a 5 ah battery and charger and all with 5 year warranty The combi drill is £69.99 and the other tools are £99.99. Not a lot of money (Hilti...
  11. O

    Electrical tools .......

    hi lads, First off, I would like to wish everybody a great Christmas and a full belly. I just wanted to find out what other people use for doing electrical works. What type of tools do you use throughout the year todo your works? What type of brands do you use? I am after to get mupyself an...
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    12 Days of Christmas (Day 12) 25% Off WERA Tools

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    12 Days of Christmas (Day 9) 25% Off Dickie Dyer Tools

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  14. D

    Nerad Tools Ratchet Pipe Cutter

    Well, I spent 34 quid on this and awaited in excited anticipation for the Amazon package to arrive through my door. It's pure pants and a waste of 34 quid.
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    Popular Innovative Product: The Aladdin EasyFit Isolator

    Some uses of the Aladdin EasyFit Isolator: As an emergency fitting, where the stop-cock is inaccessible or will not work. As a convenience device in multi-occupancy buildings (e.g. hotels, shops and HMOs) where water supply to one area needs to be worked on without inconveniencing other...
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    MY TOOLS STOLEN AGAIN

    Tools stolen and i saw them on my cctv must of cloned key fob lights flashed as they do on unlocking then doors where opened and tools and other things taken, off to get security locks for the doors. advise you get them fitted before it happens to you. Pete
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    VETO PRO PAC Tote bag

    Evening peeps, Need a new tote bag, has anyone got a veto pro pac bag if so are they worth the money ? And any good ? Cheers
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