To the average Joe, the ins and outs of an electrician’s job are probably a mystery. Part of that mystery is the variety of work that electricians can go into after completing an apprenticeship. From Powering America’s Passion to implementing sustainable energy, the types of work an electrician ...
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This backpack features a separate compartment to fit a laptop up to 3-Inch thick including Toughbook® laptops. A hard, molded front pocket protects safety glasses. Learn more at: http://www.kleintools.com/product/55439BPTB
Klein Tools Electrician's Insulated Tools are 1000V rated and VDE certified for safety on the job. The multi-color, sleek design with small thumbguards make for easy handling and storage. The three-part insulation with white underlayer provides a warning sign that insulation may be compromised. The ...
The Heat Exchanger Balaclava is made with high-performance 320 g fleece and it's designed to be worn with safety goggles. The technology of the heat exchanger captures heat from each exhaled breath and brings the heat back to the body’s core, helping to prevent loss of body heat. Winter Gear from ...
Roy Smith is the winner the 2014 Head of the Class Award for instructor of the year. A Great Lakes region finalist from Alpena, Michigan he received the most votes out of the 6 finalists from thousands of votes cast. Mr. Smith is a Utility Technology Program head instructor. During his tenure, he ha...
When you think of things that are “tough,” many of us might put this year’s winter under that category. It’s been brutal, significant snowfall and double-digit negative temperatures nearly every week since December! Our friends to the north have had it even worse, so they posed a very topi...
During these trying times, we recognize how hard your jobs can be. Being trade professionals, many of you remain needed and at work, even as the majority of the population works remotely or not at all. We’ve started to hear your stories about the work you’re continuing to do, and how it’s cont...
This Saturday, April 18, is National Lineman Appreciation Day. Having been a career field for well over 100 years now, it’s only fitting that the over 115,000 lineworkers in the US have a day to celebrate the hard work they put in for the estimated 155,000,000 electrical customers across the count...
Just over two months ago, we started out on a search for the most outstanding electrician in the country. We were searching for an electrician who exhibits pride in their craft, who takes job-site safety to the highest standards, and who gives back to their community, and we found that in Billy Te...
From the world’s first electromagnetic generator to modern electrical grids, power delivery has evolved greatly since early inventors first discovered electricity and its extensive capabilities. According to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), renewable energy now contributes to rou...
A mess left behind after a finished job, overusing shared materials and tools and ignoring obvious directions – what do these things have in common? Well, if this short description didn’t infuriate you, know that these are just a few common pet peeves experienced professionals face on the jobsit...
More than 42 million visitors set foot in Las Vegas every year in search of one thing – entertainment. And they’ve come to the right place. The endless sightseeing and vibrant nightlife leaves no room for boredom. From live performances to sporting events, Fulton Rigging has an inside look at wh...
According to the National Hurricane Center, official hurricane season runs through the Atlantic Basin from June 1 – Nov. 30, with peak season occurring between mid-August and late October. Around the world, people brace themselves for the impact of tropical cyclones and other unpredictable natural...
A career in the trades plays a vital role beyond just personal aspirations because the world’s infrastructure depends on tradespeople for day-to-day maintenance. The benefits on an individual level, however, are still worth noting. According to Klein’s “State of the Industry” survey results,...
Here’s the good news: over the past year, 297,000 jobs have been added to the construction industry in America alone. That marks a 10-year high! The Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) reports that the industry continues to add workers and increase wages at greater rates than the econo...
No matter how many hooks, clips or magnets we use, or how many pouches or bags we create, the chief complaint we still hear about meters and other test and measure equipment is: They are bulky and a pain to carry around the jobsite.
It’s a problem we were pondering awhile back in a product plann...
Klein Tools procède au rappel volontaire de quatre produits de la gamme d’outils de test et de mesure en raison d’un possible risque d’accident. À l’aide de la Consumer Product Safety Commission des États Unis et de Santé Canada, nous procédons au rappel de ces produits pour les remplac...
It seems like Old Man Winter has finally gone into his own hibernation (for now…). Although we’re all ready to thaw out after that brutal winter, the heat of summer can be brutal, too. That is the message behind OSHA’s “Water. Rest. Shade.” Campaign to Prevent Heat Illness in Outdoor W...
“For it is in giving that we receive.” – St. Francis of Assisi
We’re not big on bragging here at Klein Tools, but we’re pretty sure we have some of the best customers around. And we’re not JUST talking about the hard-working, dedicated-to-their-craft, tradesperson. We’re talking a...
Like it or not, winter has pretty much arrived. At Klein Tools’ headquarters in Chicago, we saw our first snowfall this week, followed by a nasty dip in temperatures (wind chills in the 10s?!).
I’ll admit, I write these blog posts from the comfort of my cube in a climate-controlled office b...
Training centers and technical schools worldwide provide up and coming skilled professionals with the education and experiences needed for a successful career in the trades. Despite the difficult, and sometimes dangerous work, these passionate individuals get the job done right. Travel with Klein To...
With just days left, I am on the edge of my seat, because the race for Klein Tools Head of the Class instructor of the year award is still anyone’s game! And with a $1000 prize on the line, EVERY VOTE COUNTS!
Back in August, we put out the call to nominate a deserving electrical or HVAC i...
What's the difference between Class E and Class C hard hats? Bill is back with another #FAQFriday to sum up how safety plays into the classifications, and why tradespeople should be vigilent in buying the right class for their jobs.
Klein® Tools Introduces Two New Lineman WrenchesCombination Sockets Save Time & MoneyAugust 5, 2015 (Lincolnshire, IL) – Klein Tools (http://www.kleintools.com ), for professionals since 1857, introduces the Single-Ended Impact Socket Wrench (Cat. No. NRHD3) and the Slim Ratcheting Lineman Wren...
Since 1857, the company operated by Mathias Klein and his descendants to the fifth generation, has grown and developed along with the telecommunications and electrical industries where Klein pliers first found major usages.
Today, Klein Tools, Inc. represents much more than Klein pliers. The compan...
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Klein Power Driver Bits are manufactured in the USA to ensure proper fit in every application. Each driver bit is precision machined, heat treated and finished to the gold standards Klein Tools puts i...
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Klein Power Driver Bits are manufactured in the USA to ensure proper fit in every application. Each driver bit is precision machined, heat treated and finished to the gold standards Klein Tools puts i...
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Klein Power Driver Bits are manufactured in the USA to ensure proper fit in every application. Each driver bit is precision machined, heat treated and finished to the gold standards Klein Tools puts i...
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Klein Power Driver Bits are manufactured in the USA to ensure proper fit in every application. Each driver bit is precision machined, heat treated and finished to the gold standards Klein Tools puts i...