Thursday, August 24, 2023

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Mackay and Whitsunday Life

This Is Not A Drill

Knowing the right tool for the right job is a skill that all tradies learn early in their careers. Knowing the difference between each tools important features and functions will make a major difference in your productivity and completing a project on time.

Whether you’re an electrician, carpenter or a plumber - power tools are your best friend when it comes to getting the job done. With tool bags and boxes filled with drills and drivers, power saws, sanders, grinders and spare batteries, it can become overwhelming for a first-year apprentice to know where to start.

Completing a job safely takes top priority on the work site. Using tools incorrectly, tools that are not fit for purpose or not suited to the user, can lead to injuries. It’s important to select the tools that are designed for a specific task, and are comfortable to hold, to reduce strain on joints and muscles.

Shop where the tradies shop and visit Porters Mitre 10 Tool City at Mackay and Whitsunday to gear up this year. Stocking, Milwaukee, Makita, Dewalt, Stanley, and Hikoki, there is a brand suitable for anyone on any budget. The knowledgeable team will guide you through which power tools are suitable to your trade, using their extensive years of experience.

Porters Mitre 10 is offering apprentices a chance to win a $750 gift card!

Apprentices that spend $100 on power tools between Friday 3rd and Sunday 26th February 2023 at participating stores will receive an entry to win.

Porters Mackay
Carlyle Street, Mackay

Porters Whitsunday
Corner Paluma Road & Carlo Drive, Cannonvale

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