What to think about when choosing a tape measure
The most important consideration when choosing a tape measure is precision. But what other features should you look for? Here are a few things to think about when deciding on...
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What to think about when choosing a tape measure
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This is how Hultafors' folding rules are made
Our classic folding rules with the red ends are made in the folding rule factory in Hultafors, Sweden. All parts of the folding rules are made locally and most of...
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Our heritage
The story of Hultafors started in 1883 when a young engineer, Karl-Hilmer Johansson Kollén, invented a measuring device that would facilitate Sweden's conversion to the metric system.
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What is a spirit level's tolerance?
Manufacturing tolerance is the sum of all possible minor and microscopically small errors during production. Tolerance is thus the divergence from sensitivity, and the smaller the value the better.
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Blades for snap-off knives
The most important feature of a knife is a sharp edge. With our snap-off knives you will have excellent sharpness and precision, over and over again, without interruption.
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A demolition bar that demolishes the competition
Our new demolition bar combines the best features of both a pry bar and a wrecking bar.
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Profile and end caps
The strength of the spirit level is determined by the shape and thickness of the profile, as well as the holes for the vials.
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What is a spirit level's sensitivity?
The sensitivity of the vial determines how quickly the bubble moves when one end of the spirit level is lifted.
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The history of spirit levels
No one knows how old spirit levels really are. However, it is known that the Romans used water filled tanks as primitive spirit levels when building their famous aqueducts. Learn...
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Choose the right craftsman's knife
Hultafors’ durable craftsman’s and outdoor knives are engineered specifically to how craftsmen actually work. To find the right knife for you and your intended use, consult the quick guide below.
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CC scale on measuring tapes – For a simpler workday
A CC-scale on the back of the blade is perfect to use when setting out walls.
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Choosing your tool carrier
Here’s an overview of our range of tool carriers and some guidance for those who aren't sure what to choose.
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Choose the right utility knife blade
Hultafors’ range of blades for utility knives includes six specialized blades, catering to different needs in different professions. To find the right blade for your intended use, consult the quick...
