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IRWIN Introduces Comprehensive Screwdriver Family
Innovative, Flexible, Multi-Tool Designs for Added Comfort and Torque Now Available

HUNTERSVILLE, N.C. [July 25, 2017] – IRWIN® Tools, a leading manufacturer of innovative hand tools and power tools accessories for more than a century, has announced a comprehensive screwdriver family including: new multi-bit drivers, a Performance Series Screwdriver and Nut Driver family, a TorqueZone Screwdriver family, and a range of hex keys and accessories.

The new IRWIN® Tools screwdrivers will be showcased during the upcoming National Tradesmen Day Roadshow, scheduled August 14 – October 27, 2017 and visiting more than 100 cities throughout the U.S. The latest IRWIN® Tools screwdriver introductions extend the company’s design mission to make users more effective and productive on the jobsite and include:

IRWIN Multi-Bit Screwdrivers: Designed to address a variety of requirements and challenges professionals face on the job, from quick change and access in hard to reach spaces  IRWIN® Multi-Bit Screwdrivers include: 

  • Quick Change Driver (1948782) can also be used with any standard fastener bits and features a Lock-n-Load® mechanism that allows bits to be quickly and easily switched between hand tools and power tools and an increased hold of the fastener drive bit. Bit sizes included: Slotted 6-8, Slotted 8-10, Phillips #1, Phillips #2. 
     
  • 8-in-1 Multi-Bit Screwdriver (1948773) allows construction tradesmen and professionals to easily replace lost or misplaced bits with any standard fastener bits and is compatible with standard double-ended bits, power bits, and insert bits. It also features compact, in-handle bit storage for easy accessibility to 2 double-ended bits and1 insert bit. Bit sizes included: Phillips #1, Phillips #2, Square #2, T25, Slotted 8-10 and 3 nut driver sizes including 1/4”, 5/16” and 3/8”.
     
  • Screw Guide Driver (1948776) features a magnetic metal sleeve that extends out over the screw, which keeps fasteners straight, eliminates screw wobble and keeps the screw from falling off in long or out-of-reach fasteners. This driver is compatible with insert bits and power bits for convenient replacement. Bits included: Phillips #1, Phillips #2, Phillips #3, Slotted 6-8, Slotted 8-10.

IRWIN® Performance Series Screwdrivers and Nutdrivers: Featuring a 3-Zone Comfort GripTM for increased support and control as well as heat-treated precision tips, chrome-plated shafts and an acetate handle core for durability, the IRWIN® Performance Series delivers a wide range of fastener types and sizes that can adapt to a variety of applications. 

  • Demolition Scratch AWL (item 1948719) crafted with an acetate handle for long lasting durability and feature a solid steel core and strike cap for heavy impact in demolition work. Scribes, marks, and starts screw holes in various materials.
     
  • Performance Series Demolition Screwdrivers featuring a slotted steel core and strike cap for heavy impact demolition work including:

-    Slotted Keystone, 4” shaft length, ¼” (1948695)
-    Slotted Keystone, 6” shaft length 5/16” (1948696)
-    Phillips, 6” shaft length, #2 tip (1948697)
-    2 Piece Performance Series Demolition Set, 6” shaft length, 5/16” slotted keystone and Phillips #2 tip (1948789)

  • Performance Series Screwdrivers available in single and multi-size sets, as well as standard and stubby shaft lengths, IRWIN Performance Series screwdrivers feature a 3-zone Comfort Grip for maximum performance and comfort in high and low torque applications. These drivers are crafted with an acetate handles:

-    3" shaft length, Phillips #1 tip (1948298)
-    4" shaft length, Phillips #2 tip (1948300)
-    6” shaft, Phillips #2 tip (19486710)
-    10” shaft, Phillips #2 tip (1948672)
-    6" shaft, Phillips #3 tip (1948673)
-    4" shaft, Slotted - Cabinet 1/8" (1948677)
-    3” shaft, Slotted - Cabinet 3/16" (1948685)
-    6" shaft, Slotted - Cabinet 3/16" (1948686)
-    4" shaft, Slotted - Cabinet 1/4" (1948687)
-    6” shaft, Slotted - Cabinet 1/4" (1948688)
-    3” shaft, Slotted - Keystone 3/16" (1948692)
-    3" shaft, Slotted - Keystone 7/32"(1948689)
-    4” shaft, Slotted - Keystone 1/4" (1948691)
-    6"shaft, Slotted - Keystone 5/16" (1948693)
-    8" shaft, Slotted - Keystone 3/8" (1948694 3
-    4” shaft, Square #1 (1948674)
-    4" shaft, Square #2 (1948675)
-    6” shaft, Square #3 (1948676)
-    Stubby Screwdriver, 1 ½” shaft, Phillips #2 tip (1948299)
-    Series Stubby Screwdriver, 1 ½ shaft, Slotted - Keystone 1/4" (1948690)
-    2 Piece Performance Series Screwdriver Set (1948785)
-    6 Piece Performance Series Screwdriver Set (1948788)

  • Performance Series Nutdrivers: Feature a 3-Zone Comfort Grip for maximum performance to support high and low torque applications, IRWIN® Performance Series Nut Drivers are crafted with an acetate handle for long-lasting durability,  have a hollow 3” shaft to accommodate long bolts, and a 6-sided drive head to engage fasteners for less stripping and long life.

-    SAE 3/16"(1948704)
-    SAE 1/4" (1948705)
-    SAE 5/16" (1948706)
-    SAE 11/32" (1948707)
-    SAE 3/8" (1948708)
-    SAE 7/16" (1948709)
-    SAE 1/2" (1948710)
-    SAE 9/16" (1948711)
-    Metric 5MM (1948712)
-    Metric 6MM (1948713)
-    Metric 7MM (1948714)
-    Metric 8MM (1948715)
-    Metric  9MM (1948716)
-    Metric 10MM (1948717)
-    Metric 11MM (1948718)
-    2 Piece SAE Nutdriver Set, 4” Shaft with ¼” Slotted Keystone and Phillips #2 tip (1948793)
-    8 Piece SAE Nutdriver Set, 3” Shaft, Hex Size 3/16”, ¼”, 5/16”, 11/32”, 3/8”, 7/16”, ½” and 9/16” (1948790)
-    7 Piece Metric Nutdriver Set, 5MM, 6MM, 7MM, 8MM, 9MM, 10MM, and 11MM (1948791)

IRWIN TorqueZone Screwdrivers are designed for optimal turning force and comfort, providing speed in high or low torque applications including:

  • IRWIN TorqueZone Magnetic Multi-Bit Driver (item 1948780) features a magnetized bit holder that holds insert and power bits securely, and features a TorqueZone™ handle design for optimal comfort and torque. Bit sizes included: SL 6-8, SL 8-10, Phillips #1 tip, Phillips #2 tip, Phillips #3 tip.
     
  • TorqueZone Screwdrivers (Standard) are available in a range of shaft lengths, tip types and multi-piece sets including:

-    3” shaft, Phillips #1 tip (1948720)
-    10" shaft, Phillips #1 tip (1948721)
-    1-1/2" shaft, Phillips #2 tip (1948722)
-    4" shaft, Phillips #2 tip (1948723)
-    10" shaft, Phillips #2 tip (1948648)
-    6" shaft, Phillips #3 tip (1948649)
-    8" shaft, Phillips #3 (1948731)
-    4" shaft, Square #1 tip (1948733)
-    4" shaft, Square #2 tip (1948734)
-    6" shaft, Square #3 tip (1948736)
-    4" shaft, Slotted - Cabinet 1/8" (1948737)
-    6”shaft, Slotted - Cabinet 1/8" (1948738)
-    3" shaft, Slotted - Cabinet 3/16" (1948739)
-    6" shaft, Slotted - Cabinet 3/16" (1948740)
-    8" shaft, Slotted - Cabinet 3/16" (1948751)
-    10" shaft, Slotted - Cabinet 3/16" (1948753)
-    12" shaft, Slotted - Cabinet 3/16" (1948754)
-    3" shaft, Slotted - Keystone 3/16" (1948758)
-    1-1/2" shaft, Slotted - Keystone 1/4" (1948755)
-    4" shaft, Slotted - Keystone 1/4" (1948756)
-    6" shaft, Slotted - Keystone 1/4" (1948757)
-    6" shaft, Slotted - Keystone 5/16" (1948759)
-    8" shaft, Slotted - Keystone 3/8" (1948760)
-    10" shaft, Slotted - Keystone 3/8" (1948761)
-    12" shaft, Slotted - Keystone 3/8" (1948762)
-    TorqueZone Screwdriver Sets (2, 4, 6, 8 and 10)

  • TorqueZone Demolition Screwdrivers feature a solid steel core and strike cap for heavy impact in demolition work. Ends of handles are stamped with tip type for easy identification, and a heat treated precision tip geometry for superior fitment, reducing stripping and cam-out. Sizes and specifications:

-    4” shaft, Slotted – Keystone ¼” (1948767)
-    6” shaft, Slotted – Keystone 5/16” (1948768)
-    8” shaft, Slotted – Keystone 3/8” (1948769)
-    6” shaft, Phillips #2 tip (1948770)

IRWIN Folding Hex Key Sets: All square cut for a secure fit to help prevent slippage and stripping of fasteners, the sets are built with chrome vanadium steel for high strength and durability and include:

-    IRWIN® 7PC Metric Ball-End (item 2001402)
-    IRWIN® 9PC SAE Ball-End (item 2001401)
-    IRWIN® 8PC Folding TORX® Set (item 2001405)

IRWIN L-Caddy Hex Key Sets: feature ergonomic handles, providing comfort and strength for driving. IRWIN L-Caddy Hex Key Sets come in a durable plastic container that holds the keys securely in place and include:

-    11PC Short Arm TORX® Set (item 2001396)
-    13PC SAE Ball-End Long Arm Hex Set (item 2001397)
-    10PC Metric Ball-End Long Arm Set (item 2001398)

IRWIN introduced a targeted offering of multi-bit drivers in late 2016 including:

  • IRWIN® Extending Driver (1948779)
  • IRWIN® 8-in-1 Ratcheting Screwdriver (1948774
  • IRWIN® 6-in-1 Nut Driver SAE and Metric (1948777 and 1948448


IRWIN® Tools Performance Series (MSRP $2.99-$59.99) include the IRWIN® hand tools’ full lifetime guarantee and are currently available at construction and industrial tool suppliers, home centers, hardware stores, and throughout the U.S. and Canada. Warranty information, additional product details can be found at www.irwin.com.

About IRWIN Tools
IRWIN Tools manufactures and distributes a broad line of hand tools and power tool accessories under the IRWIN® brand including VISE-GRIP® pliers and wrenches, MARATHON® saw blades, QUICK-GRIP® clamping tools, SPEEDBOR® wood drilling bits, STRAIT-LINE® marking tools, UNIBIT® step drill bits, MARPLES® fine woodworking tools, and HANSON® taps and dies. IRWIN Tools is a part of Stanley Black & Decker. For more information, call 1-800-GO-IRWIN or visit www.irwin.com. IRWIN invites the nation to celebrate National Tradesmen Day, on Sept. 15, 2017.

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