--- title: Default HubSpot Blog | Steve S. --- - 1-800-222-8118 - info@starsales.com - 29 Commerce Way, Woburn, MA 01801 - 1-800-222-8118 - [![starsales](https://content.starsales.com/hubfs/StarSales_Dec2016/Images/star-sales-logo.png "starsales")](http://starsales.com/) - [Home](http://starsales.com/) - Products - [Adhesives](http://starsales.com/pdf/star-sales-adhesives.pdf) - [Blades & Bits](http://starsales.com/pdf/star-sales-blades-and-bits.pdf) - [Door & Hardware](http://starsales.com/pdf/star-sales-doors-and-hardware.pdf) - [Drywall & Masonry](http://starsales.com/pdf/star-sales-drywall-and-masonry.pdf) - [Gas & Powder](http://starsales.com/pdf/star-sales-gas-and-powder-tools.pdf) - [General Construction](http://starsales.com/pdf/star-sales-general-construction.pdf) - [Hand Tools](http://starsales.com/pdf/star-sales-hand-tools.pdf) - [Pneumatics](http://starsales.com/pdf/star-sales-pneumatics.pdf) - [Power Tools](http://starsales.com/pdf/star-sales-power-tools.pdf) - [Safety Equipment](http://starsales.com/pdf/star-sales-safety-equipment.pdf) - [Screws & Fasteners](http://starsales.com/pdf/star-sales-screws-and-fasteners.pdf) - [Posi-Grip Fasteners](http://starsales.com/pdf/2016-Star-Sales-Baltimore-Catalog.pdf) - [Services](http://starsales.com/services) - Catalogs - [Baltimore Catalog](http://starsales.com/pdf/2016-Star-Sales-Baltimore-Catalog.pdf) - [Woburn Catalog](http://starsales.com/pdf/2016-Star-Sales-Woburn-Catalog.pdf) - [About Us](http://starsales.com/about) - [Blog](http://starsales.com/blog) - [Contact Us](http://starsales.com/contact-us) - [Home](http://starsales.com/) - [Products](http://starsales.com/) - [Adhesives](http://starsales.com/pdf/star-sales-adhesives.pdf) - [Blades & Bits](http://starsales.com/pdf/star-sales-blades-and-bits.pdf) - [Door & Hardware](http://starsales.com/pdf/star-sales-doors-and-hardware.pdf) - [Drywall & Masonry](http://starsales.com/pdf/star-sales-drywall-and-masonry.pdf) - [Gas & Powder](http://starsales.com/pdf/star-sales-gas-and-powder-tools.pdf) - [General Construction](http://starsales.com/pdf/star-sales-general-construction.pdf) - [Hand Tools](http://starsales.com/pdf/star-sales-hand-tools.pdf) - [Pneumatics](http://starsales.com/pdf/star-sales-pneumatics.pdf) - [Power Tools](http://starsales.com/pdf/star-sales-power-tools.pdf) - [Safety Equipment](http://starsales.com/pdf/star-sales-safety-equipment.pdf) - [Screws & Fasteners](http://starsales.com/pdf/star-sales-screws-and-fasteners.pdf) - [Posi-Grip Fasteners](http://starsales.com/pdf/2016-Star-Sales-Baltimore-Catalog.pdf) - [Services](http://starsales.com/services) - [About Us](http://starsales.com/about) - Catalogs - [Baltimore Catalog](http://starsales.com/pdf/2016-Star-Sales-Baltimore-Catalog.pdf) - [Woburn Catalog](http://starsales.com/pdf/2016-Star-Sales-Woburn-Catalog.pdf) - [Blog](http://starsales.com/blog) - [Contact](http://starsales.com/contact-us) DOWNLOAD CATALOG ![Banner Image](https://content.starsales.com/hs-fs/hubfs/StarSales_Dec2016/Images/construction-blog.jpg?width=1366&name=construction-blog.jpg "Banner Image") # Default HubSpot Blog ## Steve S. ### Recent Posts ## [DeWALT Day 2021 - May 24th](https://content.starsales.com/blog/dewalt-day-2021) [![](https://content.starsales.com/hubfs/ss-dewalt-day-2021-featured-image.png)](https://content.starsales.com/blog/dewalt-day-2021) [May 04, 2021](https://content.starsales.com/blog) [Event](https://content.starsales.com/blog/topic/event) [Steve S.](https://content.starsales.com/blog/author/steve-s) [0 Comments](https://content.starsales.com/blog/dewalt-day-2021#comments-listing) Please visit us for the 2021 Annual DeWALT Day event from 10 AM to 3 PM on May 24th at our northeast Star Sales location- 29 Commerce Way, Woburn Mass 01801. Check out our video from our last DeWalt Day from 2019 for a preview of the event! [Read More](https://content.starsales.com/blog/dewalt-day-2021) ## [July 2020 Raffle Winner](https://content.starsales.com/blog/july-2020-raffle-winner) [![](https://content.starsales.com/hubfs/tim-martin-july-raffle-winner.jpg)](https://content.starsales.com/blog/july-2020-raffle-winner) [August 12, 2020](https://content.starsales.com/blog) [Event](https://content.starsales.com/blog/topic/event) [Steve S.](https://content.starsales.com/blog/author/steve-s) [0 Comments](https://content.starsales.com/blog/july-2020-raffle-winner#comments-listing) This month’s winner is Tim Martin – Senior Estimator for Leighton Construction [Read More](https://content.starsales.com/blog/july-2020-raffle-winner) ## [Contractor Smackdown: DeWalt ToughSystem Mobile Tool Storage System](https://content.starsales.com/blog/dewalt-tough-system-mobile-tool-storage) [![](https://content.starsales.com/hubfs/blog-images/dewalt-mobile-storage.jpg)](https://content.starsales.com/blog/dewalt-tough-system-mobile-tool-storage) [October 01, 2019](https://content.starsales.com/blog) [Construction](https://content.starsales.com/blog/topic/construction), [Power Tools](https://content.starsales.com/blog/topic/power-tools) [Steve S.](https://content.starsales.com/blog/author/steve-s) [0 Comments](https://content.starsales.com/blog/dewalt-tough-system-mobile-tool-storage#comments-listing) DeWalt knows tough tools, but it turns out they also know tough job site storage. Their [**ToughSystem mobile tool storage**](https://www.dewalt.com/products/gear-and-equipment/tool-storage/toughsystem-ds450-mobile-storage/dwst08250) system delivers a wide range of modular storage options that are easy to move around and provide durable storage for your tools, hardware and other necessities. Here's a quick... [Read More](https://content.starsales.com/blog/dewalt-tough-system-mobile-tool-storage) ## [Rock Your Workshop with the New Bosch 5-Inch Dual-Mode Sander](https://content.starsales.com/blog/bosch-5-inch-dual-mode-sander) [![](https://content.starsales.com/hubfs/blog-images/dualspeedsander-bosch.jpg)](https://content.starsales.com/blog/bosch-5-inch-dual-mode-sander) [September 24, 2019](https://content.starsales.com/blog) [Construction](https://content.starsales.com/blog/topic/construction), [Power Tools](https://content.starsales.com/blog/topic/power-tools) [Steve S.](https://content.starsales.com/blog/author/steve-s) [0 Comments](https://content.starsales.com/blog/bosch-5-inch-dual-mode-sander#comments-listing) Ready to take your refinishing work up a notch with a truly versatile sander? The tool developers at Bosch have developed a new [**dual-mode 5-inch sander**](https://www.boschtools.com/us/en/boschtools-ocs/random-orbit-sanders-get65-5n-200697-p/) for consumers who want a tough, multi-purpose sander without stepping up into their 6-inch sander line. But is it the right tool for your needs?... [Read More](https://content.starsales.com/blog/bosch-5-inch-dual-mode-sander) ## [A Glance at the Powers TRAK-IT C5 Gas Tool System by DeWalt](https://content.starsales.com/blog/dewalt-powers-trak-it-c5-gas-tool-system) [![](https://content.starsales.com/hubfs/man-using-trak-it-c5.jpg)](https://content.starsales.com/blog/dewalt-powers-trak-it-c5-gas-tool-system) [August 09, 2019](https://content.starsales.com/blog) [Construction](https://content.starsales.com/blog/topic/construction), [Power Tools](https://content.starsales.com/blog/topic/power-tools) [Steve S.](https://content.starsales.com/blog/author/steve-s) [0 Comments](https://content.starsales.com/blog/dewalt-powers-trak-it-c5-gas-tool-system#comments-listing) When you need a light-duty fastening system that can get the job done, even when electricity is at a premium, the [**Powers TRAK-IT C5 fastening tool system by DeWalt**](http://anchors.dewalt.com/anchors/products/direct-fastening/gas-direct-fastening/gas-tools/trak-it_c5.php) can help you get the job done Designed to fasten drywall track, lathing, furring strips and plywood to a wide range of backing... [Read More](https://content.starsales.com/blog/dewalt-powers-trak-it-c5-gas-tool-system) ## [Summer Heat: OSHA Suggestions for Staying Hydrated on the Job Site](https://content.starsales.com/blog/osha-suggestions-for-staying-hydrated) [![](https://content.starsales.com/hubfs/water-break-during-construction.jpg)](https://content.starsales.com/blog/osha-suggestions-for-staying-hydrated) [July 31, 2019](https://content.starsales.com/blog) [Construction](https://content.starsales.com/blog/topic/construction), [Safety](https://content.starsales.com/blog/topic/safety) [Steve S.](https://content.starsales.com/blog/author/steve-s) [0 Comments](https://content.starsales.com/blog/osha-suggestions-for-staying-hydrated#comments-listing) It's summer, and that means intense heat and humidity, along with heat-related illnesses. Keeping your crew hydrated, cool and functioning is vital to ensuring their well-being and productivity during this prime working season. OSHA has recently begun promoting a range of protective measures and... [Read More](https://content.starsales.com/blog/osha-suggestions-for-staying-hydrated) ## [Safety Focus: Werner's Podium Ladders and LEANSAFE Ladder Features](https://content.starsales.com/blog/werners-podium-leansafe-ladders-features) [![](https://content.starsales.com/hubfs/werner-fiberglass-step-ladders.jpg)](https://content.starsales.com/blog/werners-podium-leansafe-ladders-features) [July 31, 2019](https://content.starsales.com/blog) [Construction](https://content.starsales.com/blog/topic/construction), [Safety](https://content.starsales.com/blog/topic/safety) [Steve S.](https://content.starsales.com/blog/author/steve-s) [0 Comments](https://content.starsales.com/blog/werners-podium-leansafe-ladders-features#comments-listing) Construction can be a very dangerous job, and working at heights just makes it more so. However, the developers at Werner have always been at the top of the industry, developing a range of safety features and ladder types to help make this part of the job safer. Here's a quick look at two of the... [Read More](https://content.starsales.com/blog/werners-podium-leansafe-ladders-features) ## [Equip Your Job Site with Fire Extinguishers for Safety and Protection](https://content.starsales.com/blog/fire-extinguishers-safety-protection) [![](https://content.starsales.com/hubfs/fire-extinguishing.jpg)](https://content.starsales.com/blog/fire-extinguishers-safety-protection) [June 24, 2019](https://content.starsales.com/blog) [Construction](https://content.starsales.com/blog/topic/construction), [Safety](https://content.starsales.com/blog/topic/safety) [Steve S.](https://content.starsales.com/blog/author/steve-s) [0 Comments](https://content.starsales.com/blog/fire-extinguishers-safety-protection#comments-listing) When fire happens on a job site, it can be caused by any number of potential sources. An incorrectly-wired electrical circuit can cause a short. A rag used to mop up solvents can heat up and combust. Flammable materials can catch fire during a hot summer's day. A protestor can start a fire in your... [Read More](https://content.starsales.com/blog/fire-extinguishers-safety-protection) ## [Try These Tips to Improve Extension Cord Safety on the Job Site](https://content.starsales.com/blog/improve-job-site-extension-cord-safety) [![](https://content.starsales.com/hubfs/orange-extension-cord.jpg)](https://content.starsales.com/blog/improve-job-site-extension-cord-safety) [June 20, 2019](https://content.starsales.com/blog) [Construction](https://content.starsales.com/blog/topic/construction), [Safety](https://content.starsales.com/blog/topic/safety) [Steve S.](https://content.starsales.com/blog/author/steve-s) [0 Comments](https://content.starsales.com/blog/improve-job-site-extension-cord-safety#comments-listing) When you're working on a job site with limited power, extension cords are just a fact of life. But there are a number of ways you can use these tools effectively to keep your project rolling ahead while avoiding the problems that they can cause. Here are some tips to help improve the safety of your... [Read More](https://content.starsales.com/blog/improve-job-site-extension-cord-safety) ## [Improve Your Job Site Security With These Easy Tools](https://content.starsales.com/blog/improve-job-site-security-easy) [![](https://content.starsales.com/hubfs/construction-site.jpg)](https://content.starsales.com/blog/improve-job-site-security-easy) [June 18, 2019](https://content.starsales.com/blog) [Construction](https://content.starsales.com/blog/topic/construction), [Power Tools](https://content.starsales.com/blog/topic/power-tools), [Hand Tools](https://content.starsales.com/blog/topic/hand-tools), [Safety](https://content.starsales.com/blog/topic/safety) [Steve S.](https://content.starsales.com/blog/author/steve-s) [0 Comments](https://content.starsales.com/blog/improve-job-site-security-easy#comments-listing) When you work in construction, job site security can make the difference between a profitable job and one that leaves you in the red. But many contractors have difficulties keeping tools, materials and assets secure while on the job. Here's a quick look at several job site tools that actually make... 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