Welcome to the latest issue of the Paslode Connection! This monthly update keeps you informed of the latest news on Paslode products and services to help you better serve your customers' needs and interests.

Celebrating the Portable Freedom of Cordless Nailer Systems

With the Fourth of July around the corner, we're dedicating this issue of the Paslode Connection to freedom – with a focus on the portable freedom you can offer your customers with cordless nailing systems.

While pneumatic nailers are often the first choice for new construction work and large jobs, cordless nailing systems are a sound alternative for most jobs. From framing to finish work, today's cordless systems are designed to provide the perfect balance of tool, fuel and nails for freedom from hoses, clutter and noise on the jobsite.

By talking to your customers about cordless products and informing them about the latest advancements and innovations, you can help give them an edge up on the competition. Here's a quick look at a few of the most common misperceptions about cordless nailers and key information to help you share the facts versus fiction with your customers.

•	Some customers may think cordless systems don't have enough power and drive, which gives you the perfect opportunity to educate them on the high-performance options on the market today. Paslode's cordless nailing systems with patented nail tip-coatings will give comparable drive performance to a pneumatic tool with all the major nail sizes and wood substrates.
•	Another misconception is that cordless systems don't have the speed to keep up with pneumatic tools. While pneumatic tools are more widely preferred for production roofing, sheathing, or running commercial lengths of baseboard, cordless systems will keep pace with pneumatics when used on a variety of jobs. In fact, many cordless users find they save time with cordless since they reduce or eliminate time spent on setting up and tearing down compressors and hoses.
•	A common belief is that cordless nailers are only as good as their batteries. However, the batteries used in cordless systems have come a long way in the last few years. When working with a customer who is concerned about battery life and charging times, point them in the direction of a nailer with a Lithium-ion battery. For example, Paslode's Li-ion Cordless Nailing systems drive up to 6,000 nails per charge, can reach 80 percent charge in just 30 minutes, and provide enough power in two minutes to drive 200 nails.

Another way to show customers how cordless nailers can maximize efficiency on the jobsite is to introduce them to Paslode's Fuel+Nail Combo Packs. Offering the perfect balance of fuel and nails, the convenient Fuel+Nail Combo Packs keep jobs on time and within budget. Crews will appreciate the efficiency of saving trips back and forth for supplies, since you already provided exactly what was needed.

It's easy to see that this system approach can take productivity to a whole new level on many jobs. By seizing the opportunity to inform your customers about what today's cordless nailing systems can offer, you can increase your revenue while improving their productivity and profitability.

Paslode Cordless Nailing Systems – Assembled in America

Some customers may think that one cordless system fits all jobs. While a single cordless nailer can come in handy for an array of different projects, building professionals should take advantage of systems that are customized for each unique application.

For example, Paslode's new 16-Gauge Angled Li-ion Cordless Finish Nailing System is designed to handle all types of trim projects from crown molding to cabinet installation to baseboards. The system's Fuel+Nail Combo Pack includes 1,000 nails, the ideal size for finishing jobs, and a quicklode™ fuel cartridge that delivers enough fuel to consistently and precisely drive them for top-quality results. At just 4.5 pounds, the compact cordless finish nailer allows users to easily reach tough corners and tight spaces while minimizing fatigue.

In addition, Paslode's CF325Li Cordless Li-ion Framing Nailer System is great for framing work. With its compact, cordless design, the system not only allows for portable freedom but also easily fits between 16-inch o.c. studs, joists and roof trusses. Adding to the efficiency, the depth of drive allows the user to instantly adjust nail depth on the fly – even while wearing gloves

Each of these versatile systems features a 7.4-volt battery and a one-hour rapid charger, enabling them to drive up to 6,000 nails per charge and reach 80 percent charge in just 30 minutes.

Expert Insights

Ashley Mack
Marketing Specialist

"We understand the value of a professional's time on the job and the need for reliable, durable tools so we offer systems that increase efficiency and productivity, which can significantly impact a crew's bottom line," said Ashley Mack, Marketing Specialist at Paslode. "Not only do our cordless systems eliminate noisy, bulky air compressors and hoses on the jobsite, they deliver the precision and power required for the job and can enhance the builder's reputation for expertise and craftsmanship."