Q: What features of a power tool promote longevity in the shop?
A: The body shop is a rough environment where tools and shop equipment are exposed to potentially damaging chemicals. Shop fluids can erode tools fast, thus tools need the appropriate housing in order to last a long time. Look for tools made with chemical-resistant composite housing to ensure the tool will withstand exposure to shop fluids and chemicals.
It is also important to consider how a tool will handle drops and falls. Finding a tool with a steel-reinforced frame will help stand up to the repeated rough and tumble drops so you don’t have to worry about your tool not keeping up with you in the auto body shop.
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