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Waterloo Industries ML777 Shop Series Tool Chest

agent99 — Mon, 25 Jul 2011 07:58:11 +0000

Designed for do-it-yourselfers, the Waterloo Industries ML777 Shop Series Tool Chest is an affordable storage equipment that offers plenty of space for your hand tools, both power tools and those manually operated.

The tool chest features a till covered by the top lid. It has a depth of 3¼ inches providing enough room for your projects’ plans and blueprints, and your measuring and straightening tools such as a steel tape, ruler, square and compasses, level, and plumb.

Below the till is a row of three drawers, each measuring a shade over 6½ inches wide and a little less than 2 inches in height. This is where you can store your stock of bolts, nails, and screws as well as other hardware items.

Further below are four more drawers, all of which run 22 inches wide. The upper three, however, have a height of almost 2 inches, while the bottom drawer has 4 inches. The former are useful for the storage of most manual hand tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches, sockets, pliers, and hammers. The bottom drawer, on the other hand, can accommodate power tools including pneumatic nail guns, drills, air spray guns, and grinders.

All drawers have a depth of approximately 11 inches which, along with the till, give the ML777 tool chest a total capacity of over 2 cubic feet. Full-width silver pulls are fitted on all drawers. These do not only help make opening and closing the drawers convenient, but also help make the chest look attractive by providing a contrasting color to the red of the tool chest.

To allow you to access even the innermost sections of the drawers, full-extension drawer slides are installed. For securing your tools, the tool chest is fitted with a built-in lock with lock bar, thus turning the single keyhole locks all drawers and the top lid as well. And for ease of carrying, recessed handles are incorporated into the sides.

Overall dimensions of the Waterloo Industries ML777 Shop Series Tool Chest are 26″ W x 12″ D x 19.5″ H. It weighs 38 pounds.

Waterloo MG5610 Magnum Tool Chest

agent99 — Tue, 01 Feb 2011 23:00:28 +0000

Reinforced by roll bars that run as continuous beams, the Waterloo MG6510 Magnum Tool Chest is a strong and rugged tool storage system that can withstand the often harsh conditions of work areas.

The tool chest consists of a lid that opens to a till that is 4 inches in height, with a width of almost 56 and depth of 27.5. Below this are two columns of five drawers each. All drawers have the same width of approximately 23.4 inches, and depth of 27.5. Their heights, however, are different. The top two drawers in both columns are 2 inches high, the succeeding two are at about 3 inches, while the bottom drawer is 4.1 inches.

Like the body of the Magnum, the lid is also reinforced with a wide stiffener that runs its full width. On it, the brand names “Waterloo” and “Magnum” are embossed in white. Gas struts of industrial quality support the lid that hold it up while opening and prevent slamming when closing.

All drawers run on extra strong ball bearing slides. These can support loads of up to 200 pounds without bending, making opening and closing a breeze. Also, they are all fitted with rubberized non-slip liners. These keep your tools from sliding and slamming into each other, damaging them in the process, as the drawers are opened or closed. There are also drawer dividers helping in the organization of your tools and hardware items. To pull these drawers out from the cabinet shell, full width drawer pulls are fitted on them. Waterloo’s registered PosiLatch System is also installed on the Magnum to prevent the drawers from accidentally opening while the chest is being moved.

To secure the tools stored in the Magnum tool chest, a twist-turn locking mechanism with a highly secure tubular lock is installed. When unlocking, the lock’s handle mounted below the drawers pops out of the chest shell allowing you to twist and turn it.

The Waterloo MG5610 Magnum Tool Chest comes in a choice of three colors —blue, red, and black.

Homak BG02026903 SE Series Top Chest

agent99 — Tue, 09 Nov 2010 01:00:29 +0000

The shiny black cabinet and silver gray drawer fronts make the Homak BG02026903 SE Series Top Chest look both strong and elegant. It is also a very practical storage equipment as it has a till underneath the hinged chest lid and nine drawers below it. These are of different sizes for different tools.

The chest cabinet is constructed with 0.8 mm metal while the drawers are slightly thinner at 0.7 mm. Protecting the metal is a 3.2 mil epoxy paint that is powder-coated. The paint is electro-statically applied and heat-treated to make it adhere like a second skin to the metal. This results in an excellent protection from rust or corrosion.

All drawers have a depth of 10? inches. They are distributed in five layers. The top two have three drawers each measuring 1¾ inches high and approximately 8 inches wide. The third and fourth layers have one drawer each running the whole width of the tool chest. Like the drawers above them, they are also 1¾ inches high. The bottom drawer is the tallest of the nine with a height of 3¼ inches, and it also spans the width of the chest.

With non-slip mats lining all drawers, the metal is protected from scratches and dents. These also keep the tools from slipping and bumping into each other thus also protecting them. The drawers are easily opened and shut as they glide on ball bearing slides that have a capacity of as much as 60 pounds. They are opened with full width aluminum handles that are both functional and decorative.

The tools stored in the chest are secured with a tubular locking mechanism. This has exclusive key codes that provide added security. The carrying handles are recessed on the sides. Overall, the Homak BG02026903 SE Series Top Chest measures 26″ W x 12″ D x 18¾” H. It weighs 55 pounds.

Lyon 1400 Pro Series Top Chest

agent99 — Tue, 17 Aug 2010 01:00:21 +0000

Arguably, next to a man’s family the closest things to him are his dog and his tools. That is why he goes to great lengths to protect them. While it may be a bit more difficult, and expensive, to keep the dog healthy, all he needs to keep his tools safe is a tool chest like the Lyon 1400 Pro Series Top Chest.

Referred to as a Pro Series, it means that the chest is good enough for professionals. And rightly so as it is a heavy-duty tool chest fabricated out of heavy gauge steel. Its double-wall construction makes it rigid and firm even when loaded with your tools.

The steel surface is protected with a powder coat that is electrostatically applied and heat-treated. This treatment transforms the powder into a kind of second skin for the steel, thus effectively blocking rust or corrosion and making it easy to clean.

The Lyon 1400 Pro Series Top Chest is actually part of module which can be stacked on Lyon Pro Series rolling cabinets. If you do not have that many tools, however, you can always use it on its own.

The chest has a clamshell design with the top lid opening to a till having a width of 20.75″, depth of 8.25″, and height of 3.125″. You can store measuring devices and rulers in the till or perhaps sketches and plans of your projects.

Immediately below the till are three drawers arranged alongside each other. These have dimensions of 7″ W x 10.5″ D x 2″ H. Small tools such as screwdrivers, wrenches, and pliers can be accommodated in these drawers.

There are three more drawers below, all of which span the entire width of the chest. The upper two have the same measurements at 23″ W x 10.25″ D x 2″ H. The bottom drawer has the same width and depth but is 3.125″ high. These three are intended for bulkier and bigger tools. Indeed, the bottom drawer can even carry compact power tools.

A coded lock keeps your tools safe and secure, while large handles make carrying the chest a breeze. Overall dimensions are 26″ W x 12″ D x 14.5″ H.

Craftsman 41-Inch Griplatch Tool Chest

agent99 — Tue, 15 Jun 2010 23:00:09 +0000

Featuring the exclusive Griplatch drawer system, the five drawers of the Craftsman 41-Inch Griplatch Tool Chest are securely latched in place eliminating the possibility of unintended opening. In spite of this, it is easy to open the drawers, as all you need to do is lift any section of the full-width drawer handles slightly and pull them out.

In addition to the top till covered by the chest lid, there are five spacious drawers of varying sizes where you can store your valuable tools and equipment. The tool chest is equipped with an internal locking system securing stored items. Two reversible keys which are over-molded come with it.

The chest lid is angled, softening its corners, and is fitted with a full-width stiffener to keep it from bending down when subjected to loads or pressures. Gas struts installed on both ends of the lid make opening effortless and at the same time prevent it from accidentally slamming shut. The stiffener doubles as a storage slot of the tool chest manual. The Craftsman logo is embossed on it which actually makes it look more attractive.

All five drawers run the full width of the chest, measuring 36.75 inches wide and 16.5 deep. The top three, however, are 2 inches tall, while the fourth is 3.13 and the bottom is 4.13. They are equipped with drawer liners for better tool organization. Also installed are full-extension ball bearing slides which make drawer operation easy even when loaded to their carrying capacity of 70 lbs each.

The Craftsman 41-Inch Griplatch Tool Chest is constructed from heavy-duty steel with a baked enamel coating preventing rust or corrosion. There is also a stainless steel version, but if you prefer an enamel-finished, you can choose from a black, red, midnight blue, traffic yellow, platinum shell with black drawers, or red shell with black drawers tool chest. Carrying handles are mounted on the sides for portability.

Overall, the chest measures 41″ W x 18″ D x 20″ H.

Waterloo Industries TRAXX TR Series 51804B Tool Chest

agent99 — Fri, 28 May 2010 23:00:40 +0000

Do-it-yourselfers and home mechanics whose collection of tools and equipment are only those intended for their personal use can meet their storage needs with the Waterloo Industries TRAXX TR Series 51804B Tool Chest.

This Waterloo tool chest is relatively small with measurements of 26 3/32 inches wide, 17 ¾ inches deep, and 13 5/16 inches high. It can be stored inside full-sized cabinets or any space in your workshop and taken to your work areas when needed.

Made of steel that is reinforced with sidewall posts, the chest is a sturdy and rigid. The steel is protected from rust and corrosion with its painting. This can either be in wrinkled brown or plain red.

There are four drawers in the tool chest, all having the same width of approximately 22 inches, and depth of 16 inches. The upper three are 2 inches high, while the fourth at the bottom is a shade over 3 inches. Your small hand tools can easily fit into any of the top three drawers. Screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, hammers, cutting tools, and measuring gears can be kept in them. Thicker and bulkier tools such as big pipe wrenches, mallets, or a small hydraulic jack for your car can stay in the bottom drawer.

All drawers run on ball-bearing slides for an easy opening and closing. The have non-slip surfaces to keep your tools in place. Dividers are also installed for a more organized and systematic storage. Their total capacity is almost 5,000 cu. in.

Your tools are kept secure by a keyed locking system. Turning a single keyhole locks all drawers.

Gladiator GarageWorks GATC26P6WG Premier Tool Chest

agent99 — Mon, 10 May 2010 23:00:40 +0000

Featuring the signature tread plates for its drawer fronts, the six-drawer tool chest is unmistakably from Gladiator GarageWorks. In addition to the drawers, the top consists of a till that is covered by a top lid.

The drawers of the Gladiator GarageWorks GATC26P6WG Premier Tool Chest are stacked in a single column, with the top five having a height of two inches while the bottom has three inches. This allows small hand tools such as pairs of pliers, screwdrivers, and wrenches to be kept in the top five; while bigger hand tools as hammers, pipe wrenches, and mallets can be stored in the bottom drawer.

All drawers are equipped with ball-bearing slides which make opening and closing convenient. Inside are cushioned liners that protect the drawers and keep stored tools from moving as the drawers are opened and closed. The drawers, however, cannot be pulled out unless the lid is first opened. A locking mechanism further secures them.

The till is 2.75 inches tall and is provided with partitions at its front section intended to hold small items such as a pencil, screws, washers, or nuts and bolts. Your most frequently used tools, or perhaps drawings of your projects can be kept in the rear section. The lid is fitted with gas struts to keep it open and at the same time prevent any abrupt closing. Also, the lid’s front and rear corners are beveled thus softening them

The body of the tool chest is constructed with a double-sided wall for extra strength and rigidity. For protection against rust, the entire cabinet body including the till and drawers are electrostatically coated with a powdered enamel that is baked into the metal surfaces.

The sides of the cabinet have handles for carrying. When doing so, a friction-catch keeps the drawers from opening.

Overall dimensions of the Gladiator GarageWorks GATC26P6WG Premier Tool Chest is 19″ H x 26″ W x 17.1″ D. It can support loads up to 300 pounds.

Homak BG02026503 SE Series Top Chest

agent99 — Sat, 17 Apr 2010 23:00:53 +0000

Keeping small hand tools organized, within easy reach, yet out of the way when not in use can sometimes be a challenge. The Homak BG020265503 SE Series Top Chest, with its five drawers and top tray, can be a big help in this.

The chest measures 27 inches wide, 12 deep, and 17 high. It is small enough to be installed unobtrusively into a corner in your garage. With a weight of only 43 lbs., you can easily move it around your garage. It can, however, hold a good number of your hand tools.

The outer walls of the chest are constructed out of 0.8 mm high-quality steel. The inner parts of the drawers, on the other hand, are made of slightly thinner steel at 0.7 mm. The body of the chest is coated with black epoxy powder with a thickness of 3.2 mil, while the drawer fronts are in silver. This coating provides excellent protection against rust.

The drawers are secured by a tubular locking mechanism that locks all five with a single key. They run on ball-bearing glides that make opening or shutting them practically effortless even when loaded with your tools. EVA polymer mats line all drawers preventing the tools from slipping and scratching each other, as well as from damaging the drawers themselves.

All drawers have a depth of 10.75 inches with each having a load capacity of 60 lbs. The upper four have a height of 1.5 inches while the lowest is taller at 2.5. While these may not hold your power tools, you can keep your spanners, wrenches, ratchets, screwdrivers, pliers, wood saws, hacksaws, and hammers, as well as hardware items such as nails, screws, nuts, and bolts in them.

They are opened with full-width handles that are made of aluminum. To make them look more attractive and to provide additional protection, the handles are anodized in silver.

Waterloo PMX4009 Chest Cabinet

agent99 — Tue, 30 Mar 2010 04:11:10 +0000

Featuring a tri-channel construction the Waterloo PMX4009 Chest Cabinet is a strong and durable storage tool that can handle heavy loads. It has nine drawers of different sizes that can hold a variety of tools and equipment, ranging from small hand tools like spanners, socket wrenches, vise grips, or screwdrivers, to power tools like nailers, saws, planers, or grinders.

The drawers are arranged in two columns. The column to its left has three stacked over one another. The top drawer has a height of 5.24″ and width of 11.75″, while the other two are 4.16″ high and 11.75″ wide. Here is where you can stow your power tools. The column on its right has six drawers. The top row has three drawers measuring 2″ high and 6.71″. Small tools and hardware such as nuts, bolts, screws, and nails can be kept in these small drawers. Below the three is a 3.08″ tall and 22.37″ wide drawer. The remaining two are of the same size at 4.16″ high and 22.37″ wide. All drawers are 14.68″ deep.

Each drawer is fitted with full-extension ball bearing slides which make them easy to open or shut even when fully loaded to its maximum load capacity of 50 pounds. It also allows full access to the inner sections of the drawer.

In addition to the drawers, a shallow tray with dividers under the lid of the chest also provides additional storage space. Your most frequently used tools can be kept here, or perhaps notes on your latest project.

For ease of carrying the tool chest, over-molded chrome-plated handles that are easy to grip are installed on both sides. And to keep your tools secure, it is equipped with a keyed locking mechanism and internal lock bars.

Overall, the Waterloo PMX4009 measures 16″ D x 40.5″ W x 19.8″ H. It weighs 168 pounds. It is available in black, blue, or red.

Homak Tool Chest Model RD01032101

agent99 — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 23:59:13 +0000

Colored predominantly in bright red and matched with black drawer fronts with aluminum pullers, the Homak Tool Chest Model RD01032101 is certainly an eye-catching piece of storage equipment to keep in your garage.

This tool chest is a versatile piece of tool storage equipment as it can easily be carried in your car, truck, boat, or camper, or to any place in your house where work needs to be done, instead of just lying down on your garage floor. In fact, a comfortable carrying handle is provided for this purpose. With dimensions of approximately 20 inches in width, 11 inches in height, and 8 inches in depth, the tool chest is neither too big nor too heavy to carry around.

The Homak Tool Chest Model RD01032101 features a top lid that opens to a large till where your larger tools like pipe wrenches, hammers, mallets, or wood saws can be stowed. Its hinges are protected by metal ridges. The lid is secured by two latches and a provision for a padlock. When it is locked, the drawers below it are likewise locked.

There are three drawers that run the full width of the tool chest. They are about 7.5 inches deep with a height of 2.1 inches. Since they do not have dividers, they can accommodate different tools of various sizes, like screwdrivers, wrenches, vise grips, chisels, or other small tools. All drawers are equipped with ball bearing slides for an easy opening of loaded drawers. Rubber linings are standard equipment keeping tools in place and protecting the drawers from dents and scratches.

Constructed out of solid steel, the Homak Tool Chest Model RD01032101 is sturdy and can be expected to provide years of service. It is powder coated to ensure superior protection from rust and to provide a glossy and attractive finish.

Model RD01032101 is coated in a red and black combination, but a model in all black, Model BK01032101, is also available.