EAST LONGMEADOW, Mass., January 29, 2007 — LENOX®, a leading
manufacturer of premium power tool accessories, hand tools, torches, and
band saw blades, announces the introduction of a line of Snips and HVAC
Tools specially designed for HVAC installation and metal fabrication.
The new line offers longer blade and spring life and more comfortable
grips.
The design of the new line of snips provides the user with superior
quality and strength. These design features include:
• LONG BLADE LIFE – Aviation Snips feature precision-formed
blades ground to a point for long, even cuts. The Offset Snips are
designed with bi-material blades: 1074 High Carbon Steel upper blades
for sharpness and forged lower blades for strength.
• ULTIMATE
SPRING DURABILITY – Reinforced chrome silicone valve-quality wire
lasts for a lifetime.
• COMFORTABLE GRIPS – Over-molded
handles won’t slip or twist.
• QUICK IDENTIFICATION
- Color coding on both blades and handles plus arrow icons for easy tool
recognition
“LENOX has always been known as the metal cutting experts,” stated Emily
Furnal, product manager, LENOX. “We are leveraging that technology and
know-how to create a snip that is far superior to the competition. This
technology means that your snips will last longer and your work will be
easier.”
LENOX Snips are available in six sizes:
• Right, left and straight cutting aviation
• Right and left offset
• Bulldog snip to cut up to 16-gauge cold rolled steel.
In addition to snips, the HVAC line also includes crimpers, seamers,
notchers, snap locks punches, and pipe duct cutters. These tools feature
the Ultimate Spring Durability and Comfortable Grips of the LENOX Snips.
The complete line of LENOX® HVAC tools is available at plumbing,
electrical and HVAC distributors nationwide.