Can you feel the change in the air? Fall is the perfect time for bonfires, apple picking, and HVAC maintenance. With most technicians booked up for field service in the summer and winter months, now is an ideal time for home and building owners to get a tune-up, replace an air filter, or get a…
Last year at this time on the Tool Talk blog, we unveiled our “Look Good. Feel Good. Do Good.” campaign, with a heavy emphasis on the Do Good portion of the program. As we get ready to mark National Volunteer Week here at Malco headquarters, we’re proud of the ways our associates and company have…
Imagine having a fulfilling career that pays well and is always in demand. Sound too good to be true? It’s not! There are several advantages of working as a professional in the skilled trades. From being an HVAC technician to an auto body repair specialist, there are numerous open positions that are ready for the…
Don’t settle for less than the best sheet metal screws. In 1976, the industry-leading Malco Zip-in® screws were introduced into the marketplace. Considered by many as the top screw choice for HVAC metal ductwork, these superior screws offer faster driving and greater capacity for fastening heavier gauges of sheet metal than any other self-piercing type….
Hot temperatures call for efficient equipment! Malco takes pride in offering professional-grade metal roof tools you need to get the job done quickly. For good reason, metal has become one of the most popular types of roofing on the market. It’s a long-lasting, low-maintenance, and energy-efficient choice. However, working with the panels can be challenging…
NOW EVEN MORE USER-DRILL FRIENDLY! Versatile NEW 1/4 inch Hex Drive Shafts Fit A Broader Range of Drills including Quick Release Impact Drivers Malco TurboShear and TurboXTool Drill Attachments are now even more user-drill-friendly with the introduction of a new hex shank drive shaft that fits a broad range of 1/4 to 1/2 inch (6.35-12.7mm)…
Mixing concrete by hand can be exhausting work. For fellow DIY-ers on projects that require large amounts of cement or concrete, ‘how to use a concrete mixer’ is often a key consideration that ends up saving them a lot of time, money, and labour. If you’re in this boat and want to master…
You know that sinking feeling you get when someone spills something on your carpet or the dog tears a corner of your rug? The carpet in your home makes rooms more comfortable and adds to its look, design and feel. The colour, texture and placement of carpets and rugs can help you make any kind…
For professional mechanics who works in a garage, those who work more flexibly & have a mobile mechanic business or anyone who enjoy fixing cars as a hobby, you’re going to need some top-quality tools to work on different vehicles and bikes. Here at HSS we have put together a list of must-have mechanic tools…
For those of us who have a lawn, making sure it's healthy, lush & green is important for every homeowner. However, maintaining a healthy lawn needs more than just regular mowing and watering. One important step in lawn care that often gets overlooked is scarification. What is Scarification? Scarification is the process of removing thatch…