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Here’s a new tool release we seem to have missed. But, thanks to an Instagram ad, we have learned that Dewalt has come out with a step stool and tool box 2-in-1 combo product. The Dewalt DWST25090 is half step stool, half tool box. We don’t have any images of the step stool folded, but it looks to separate into two  parts in order to do so. There are two main parts here, the tool tote with fold-down handle, the top lid with handle and latches, and the aluminum legs of the step stool. The lid is attached to the...

Dewalt is introducing new ToughCase+ accessory storage sets, including small, medium and large ToughCase+ containers, plus a small bulk storage container that slides into the dovetails inside each of the containers. The purpose behind these storage cases is to help organize your drilling and fastening bits. These clear-lidded containers let you see what’s inside without having to first open the case. Individual bit holders slide into dovetails in the side of the case, much like some of their their previous ToughCase bit boxes. The bit holders have also been upgraded to make bits easier to remove. Small ToughCase+ with Small...

Milwaukee has officially announced their new Packout Crate, and open-topped tool tote box, model 48-22-8440. Resembling a milk crate but with solid walls, the new Milwaukee Packout tool tote has open handle grips and Packout connection points on the top and bottom. It also has Packout connection tabs on its rear, for attaching to the new Packout wall mount without spilling its contents. You can place it at the top of a Milwaukee Packout tool box stack, or in the middle. Its top Packout connection points can only fit fill-width Packout components. I would only want to carry the Milwaukee...