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The design and shape of cordless power tools makes then fit into areas where corded power tools will not. In many cases, this leads to a sacrifice of turning strength from the motor. Dewalt power tools makes larger voltage cordless power tools to deliver more power for your job. Dewalt cordless power tools are the ones most often selected by professionals. Their dependability and ability to perform heavier work than most of the other lines of cordless tools is the reason for this. When doing repetitive work like hanging sheet rock, drill bits for driving the screws holding the sheet rock in place, tend to wear out and need replacement often. The quick-change heads of Dewalt power tools make this an easy task to accomplish with minimum slowing of the work being performed. Dewalt power tools offers a nice line of cordless screwdrivers and variable speed drills. The power ratings range from 7.2-volt motors up to 24-volt motors delivering the type of power you need. A variable speed drill is used to make a variety of different size holes from very tiny ones used to enable nails and screws to be driven without splitting the wood to large ones used for installing door knob assemblies. When using a variable speed drill, start your drilling slowly to allow the bit time enough to get firmly seated in the hole. This will lessen the chance of the bit jumping when higher speeds are applied which might cause you to drill something you did not want to have drilled. Dewalt power tools offer a full range of both corded and cordless tools. Their durability and easy ability to change accessories makes them highly desired for professionals. Dewalt power tools deliver in work conditions where other power tools fail. The only drawback I can see to this magnificent line of cordless tools is their weight. Having larger voltages to deliver more power means larger battery packs and larger motors as well. If you have to use one of these heavy cordless power tools all day, you will feel like you have done an intensive workout. Because this is a superior product, you can expect to pay a superior price for it as well. While you will see sales for the combo packs available in store ads, you may notice that these are the lighter weight tools. They will perform the work desired in most situation, but for the really heavy duty applications the heavy duty power tools will command a heavy duty price tag. Pitching Machine Safety Carl Fogle 1438 While pitching machines are a proven safe and effective tool for hitting and fundamentals development, there are a few safety precautions to keep in mind. What follows is a summary of simple and safe pitching machine practices we have used in our past experience, but ALWAYS read the manual that came with your machine for full safety and maintenance guidelines. Batters should always wear the necessary protective gear when in the cage with a machine or on the field for grounders or fly balls. Helmets and protective cups are a must. Do not allow any player into the cage if they are not wearing an officially sanctioned batting helmet. The person feeding a pitching machine should always stand behind an L-screen or similar barrier and should wear a helmet themselves as a precaution against batted balls hitting the ceiling of the cage and falling down. If using a pitching machine after rain, or on a dewy morning, balls will pick up the moisture and can behave unpredictably on feeding through the pitching machine. Make sure your hitters are extra vigilant as a pitched ball may come out of the machine erratically. Visually inspect batting cage and L-screen netting regularly and patch when necessary. A hole in the netting can quickly lead to accidents. As a part of this, always use high quality, thick netting material. In the long run, this will prove safer and more cost effective than using cheap material in the beginning. In the batting cage, only two people should be present at any given time The batter and the feeder behind their screen. Use good judgment in setting the pitching machine's speed to a player's ability. Just because a pitching machine can throw a ball at 102 MPH doesn't mean your player is ready for that speed. Before any batter enters the cage, always feed a few test pitches into the pitching machine to ensure that the pitching machine is accurately aimed and so that the batter has an idea of what to expect. Perform the same procedure when any adjustment is made to the machine, i.e. a new type of pitch or a different speed. When setting up the pitching machine, make sure the machine is level and the legs properly stabilized. Any power cords running to the machine should be firmly plugged in and should be regularly examined for fraying. Damaged, sliced, or cracked balls may behave erratically and should be replaced as soon as possible. The person feeding the pitching machine should always let the batter know to expect a pitch. Generally this is done by holding the ball up over your head and then placing it in the feeder. Regularly check your pitching machine for wheel damage or other problems that may impact its ability to perform properly. Never operate a pitching machine under the influence of drugs or alcohol. This is by no means an exhaustive list, but simply some of the important safety tips we have collected in our many years of using pitching machines safely, effectively, and enjoyably. A pitching machine is a tremendous tool for improving your baseball skills, but like any machine, it can be dangerous if not used properly and with care. So get out there and enjoy all the benefits of your new Jugs or Atec machine, but remember that safety always come first. For the final word on any safety or maintenance issue relating to your pitching machine, please consult the manual that came with it. Disclaimer: Under no circumstances shall the operator of this website, or its officers, agents, employees, or counsel be liable to any person or entity for any loss or damage in whole or part caused by, resulting from, or relating to any error or omission (through neglect or otherwise) or other circumstances involving the procurement, collection, compilation, interpretation, analysis, editing, transportation, transmittal, communication or delivery of any information contained in this website. About the AuthorCarl Fogle is a longtime baseball coach at the high school and community college level. 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