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Milwaukee Advantages of Cordless Vs. Pneumatic Corded Tools
Milwaukee Advantages of Cordless Vs. Pneumatic Corded Tools
Slip and Fall Incidents
Did You Know that Slip, Trip & Fall Incidents:
  • Represent 15% of all accidental deaths, the 2nd leading cause behind motor vehicles (According to OSHA)
  • Cost an average of $20,000 per case
  • Negatively affects the employers by increasing industrial insurance premiums, costs associated with training replacement worker, and overall loss of productivity & business

Did You Know that Electrocution Incidents:
  • Represent 5% of all occupational deaths and are the 3rd leading cause of private sector deaths in the construction industry (according to OSHA)
  • Common electrical hazards include improper grounding, exposed electrical parts, inadequate wiring, damaged insulation, overloaded circuits, damaged tools and equipment
Advantages of Cordless Adoption:
  • No wasted time searching for temporary power
  • Gas & emissions limit indoor use for generators
  • Restricted mobility, trip hazards, and poor condition of extension cords can create shock hazard. Long cords decrease tool power output & performance
  • Battery platforms are compatible with many different tools offering solutions
  • Cost savings
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Corded & Pneumatic Common Frustrations Cordless Advantages
cords / hoses Restricted Mobility
Safety Hazard
Potential Work Surface Damage
  • More Powerful than Pneumatic / Cordless & Corded Wrenches
  • No Hoses / Cords
  • Maintenance Free
  • Reduced Noise Output
  • M12™ / M18™ Multi-Voltage Charger
generators / compressors Routine Maintenance
Loud Noise Output
tools Daily / Weekly Maintenance
Loud Noise Output
Mobility Restricted by Hose Length
cost ($)Overall Setup Cost
(tools, compressor, hoses, fittings)
Service Cost
Fuel/Electric Cost to Operate Tools
Average warranty: 1-2 Years
  • Lower Cost of Ownership
  • 5-Year Tool Warranty
  • 3-Year (XC) Battery Warranty
compatibility Different Tools Require Different
Adaptor / Hose Sizes
  • Battery Pack isCompatible withOVER 150 M18™ TOOLS
Milwaukee Advantages of Cordless Vs. Pneumatic Corded Tools