DEWALT ® is constantly pushing the boundaries to create the most innovative tools for the construction professional .
Power tools which carry the Perform & Protect™ shield have passed rigorous testing to ensure they exceed the highest demands of the toughest environments , while maintaining a fundamental emphasis on safety . All of these products have to meet strict criteria in one or more of the following core areas : Control ; Vibration ; Dust .
UP TO 50 % LOWER VIBRATION *
Vibration exposure can cause a range of conditions collectively know as hand-arm vibration syndrome ( HAVS ). Other conditions include carpal tunnel syndrome and vibration white finger .
When the Perform & Protect™ shield is awarded for VIBRATION , it is guaranteed that Tri-Axial vibration levels have been reduced , increasing usage time without reducing performance .
Three different anti-vibration systems are :
• Active Vibration Control • Floating back handle
• Counter Balance System
UNIQUE AND INNOVATIVE TORQUE CONTROL FEATURES
Bind-up situations can occur when drilling , cutting , or grinding . These sudden torque reactions , when the tool body rotates , can potentially damage the tool or injure the user .
The Perform & Protect™ shield for CONTROL shows which products have additional features to help in those critical bind-up situations .
The two main different systems are :
• Anti rotation System for Rotary hammers
• Electronic Clutch for drills and grinders
INDUSTRY LEADING DUST EXTRACTION SOLUTIONS
Airborne dust inhalation can lead to a number of long-term health conditions such as silicosis and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease ( COPD ).
When the Perform & Protect™ shield is awarded for DUST , it is guaranteed the potential of inhaling dust is reduced to give a cleaner and safer working environment .
* When compared to hammers without this feature
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