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July 19, 2016
When starting out in the Movie Making business, you don’t always have the necessary budget to make a CGI masterpiece like an Avatar or a Guardians of the Galaxy, nor the cash to spend on an epic set like the James Bond or Batman films. So how do we get around this? Technology and a DIY attitude. Yep, it’s as simple as that.
In this guide we don’t only show you some of the technology you can use to film you movie on a low budget, we also included a guide on how to make a movie set. This guide is incredibly easy to follow and should help you build the prefect set for your movie. Modern day technology has made it incredibly easy to shoot a professional looking movie without spending a stack of money. For example, there’s now no need to go out and buy a incredibly expensive camera anymore. Why? Because your camera phone will do just fine.In this infographic, you’ll find out how to shoot a movie like a professional by using the camera on your mobile phone to shoot the movie, some accessories
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June 20, 2016
INTRODUCING DEWALT FLEXVOLT - THE WORLD'S FIRST BATTERY THAT AUTOMATICALLY CHANGES VOLTAGE WHEN YOU CHANGE TOOLS
POWER OF CORDED, FREEDOM OF CORDLESS
DeWALT® XR FLEXVOLT: the World’s first 18/54V convertible battery pack system
- DEWALT XR FLEXVOLT battery stands at the forefront of cordless technology
- World’s first convertible 18/54V battery, offering unprecedented levels of power
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June 07, 2016
As we had such a positive response from our ‘Build Your Cat A Better Life Guide’, we thought we focus on our other furry friends, DOGS!
In this piece, we give you some fantastic ways to treat your dog by building them some really simple and engaging toys. Not only will you be giving your dog something he’ll love and cherish, you’ll also be keeping the cost down, which is another bonus!
These ideas include some really fun toys, a feeding station, a doggy puzzle to get your pooch thinking, an awesome washing station and a really easy to make dog house.
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October 08, 2015
So twin packs aren’t exactly a new idea but having two tools you rely on that run on the same battery type, well it’s the sensible way to go.
Hitachi have bundled two of their most powerful drills into one ideal package. The kit comes equipped with two 5ah batteries and Hitachi claims that these can offer twice the capacity of 3ah batteries.
Let’s see what you actually get for your money.
THE HITACHI DV18DSDL 18V CORDLESS COMBI-DRILL
The Hitachi DV18DSDL could be the only combi-drill you’ll ever need. Wrapped in a tough housing and raised rubber body moulds ensures site accidents or small knocks won’t be anything to worry about. Weighing in at just 2.2kg (where at popular combi -
September 17, 2015
Have you taken out your aerial?
There has been some confusion over the Makita DMR Radio aerials missing from deliveries.
The new DMR Radios have a different packaging arrangement, the new box is now more compact with less internal packaging.
The aerial is now situated under the fold of the box, packaged in a small plastic cover.
The AC adapter has also moved and can be found in the battery compartment.
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September 17, 2015
No-Mark Tip Missing?
We regularly get calls and emails asking where is the no mark tip that should have come with my Hitachi finish nailer?
You can find your the Hitachi No-mark tip located on the righthand side of the tool just below the white warning sticker as below. -
August 28, 2015
For the second time in 15years Mexico’s most infamous drug lord escaped from a maximum-security prison. Joaquín Guzmán, aka El Chapo or the king of drains and tunnels and his cartel have been credited with building nearly 100 other tunnels on the U.S.-Mexico border, including one he referred to as an "f'n cool tunnel". 12-16 months in the making and costing an estimated $5 million dollars how did he do it?
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August 03, 2015
FIRST IMPRESSIONS
You would be a hard one to please if you weren’t impressed with this saw when you took it out of the excellent stackable kitbox. From the off the tool feels comfortable in the hand with well-designed rubberized grippy areas and with just enough weight to feel substantial, without feeling like a drain on the muscles by the end of the day.
The cast alloy base is solid and accurately made, as are the upper and lower blade guards, giving a feeling that this tool is made for a long service life. Bevel and depth of cut settings are well-marked and easy to set without tools, but for complete accuracy you might need to use a digital angle setter to check, but most jobs don’t need that level of care.
WHAT'S IN THE BOX?
I like the current trend for stackable, high quality kit boxes because they make your trips from van to site so much easier to organize. They stack better at the back of the workshop too. Apart from the complete -
June 16, 2015
WHY HAVE AN INSPECTION CAMERA?
Every competent tradesperson should check walls and floors for pipes and cables before drilling into them, and similarly, there are some situations where a close inspection of a cavity or gap is a smart thing to do before inserting a hand or a tool. Most trades, especially plumbers, electricians, fitters and general builders will face situations where a leak, a loose wire or some such thing could be a safety issue if not known about – our older housing stock is particularly susceptible in this regard! Think lead pipes, asbestos and unearthed cables.
It could also be great for diagnostics – for example while testing this tool I found out that some of my radiators are suspiciously rusty at some of the joints where I would not have been able to inspect without this camera. I need to think about replacement before winter. An electrician I lent it to used it to help him locate wires, joists and positions for a set of downlighters he -
June 25, 2014
