Milwaukee’s annual new product media event is coming next week! NPS17 will be held on June 7th, 2017.
You can follow live coverage on social media by searching for #NPS17. Different tool media sites and other attendees will be in different rotations, and so you’ll see a lot of different things at once, likely all day long.
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I looked at my agenda – our day starts at 6:15am. 6:15. *groan* That’s how you know we love you guys and Milwaukee Tool too. =) I’m not a morning person.
What is NPS, and what can we expect from NPS17?
Milwaukee’s New Product Symposium is their new product showcase event, where they introduce recent releases and the next few months of new tools, accessories, and technologies. There are usually hands-on opportunities, and Milwaukee product managers and engineers are available to answer questions.
Here are my predictions and hopes about what we’ll see this at this year’s Milwaukee Tool New Product Symposium:
Revamped M12 Brushless Drills and Drivers
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It’s been 4 years since my first Milwaukee Tool media event, and 4 years since they first came out with M12 Fuel brushless drills and drivers.
I think there’s a good chance of a revamp, but possibly not. I think the biggest possibility is that we’ll see M12 One-Key drills and impact drivers, and if so, that would be a reason to see similarly built non-One-Key models.
One-Key impact tools would be more appealing to me than a One-Key M12 drill. Do we need customizable torque limits or anti-kickback on a 12V-class drill? I don’t really think so.
One-Key… Stuff
I think we’ll see something new from One-Key, maybe a hub of some kind. Maybe a One-Key-equipped jobbox or similar.
Mobile Storage System
Milwaukee has come out with some nice tool storage cabinets, and they already have some decent USA-made tool boxes.
Would it be a big leap to think they’d come out with a more modular system of tool boxes, perhaps with a spot for a Tick to make them One-Key-enabled?
Modular Tool Bag or Pouch System
Husky recently came out with a modular tool bag, which features mounting points for smaller pouches, allowing users to carry what they need and stow what they don’t in their truck or workshop.
While shopping around for a small photo gear accessory pouch for the Milwaukee event, I came across a ThinkTank belt and modular pouch system.
Milwaukee has come out with tool bags and zippered tool pouches before, but what about tool belts and pouches? I’d like to see what kind of spin Milwaukee can put on this.
Modular tool storage and carrying products are tricky. There are benefits, but always potential tradeoffs in tying design engineers and users to a system.
2-Battery M18 Fuel Cordless Table Saw
C’mon, you know you’re thinking it, and also wanting for it. This would of course have been Milwaukee’s best kept secret – their first cordless table saw, and first dual-M18 battery-powered tool. But if they can pull it off, it’ll likely be amazing.
Hmm, I seem to be confusing “wishes” and “predictions” with this one. But while I’m at it, here’s what I would want from the cordless table saw:
- Powered by 2 M18 battery packs
- Brushless motor
- Hybrid “plug it in” option
- High efficiency dust collection (something that Milwaukee didn’t get perfect on their M18 miter saw)
Higher Capacity Battery Packs
Milwaukee is committed to their M18 battery packs, and have promised to keep things backwards and forwards compatible.
With Bosch, Dewalt, Ridgid, and Ryobi being among the brands to move to higher capacity battery packs that utilize higher volume Li-ion cells, why not Milwaukee too?
I’d like to see Milwaukee move to a 20700 cell form factor for their next-gen highest-performing compact, XC, and HD battery packs.
Cordless Battery AC Power Source
Dewalt’s got one. Why not Milwaukee too? For Milwaukee’s I’d expect to see a more compact form factor.
Maybe it could look like this, just a little bigger.
Hand Tools
Hmm, what hand tool space has Milwaukee yet to shake up?
I’d like to see some nicer screwdrivers. Maybe a bigger push into mechanics tools?
Test Equipment
Milwaukee has been awfully quiet when it comes to test equipment – digital multimeters, thermometers, and thermal imagers.
If they could come out with new meters, potentially One-Key connected to log or share data and imagery via smartphones, it could potentially disrupt the limited-competition market.
USA-Made EDC Knives
Milwaukee’s EDC knives are decent, but I’d like to see more.
I’d like to see them partner up with Kershaw and Zero Tolerance (same company) to come out with a range of USA-made EDC pocket knives at $35 to $200 pricing.
Oscillating Multi-Tool
It’s about time for a new oscillating multi-tool, potentially one that utilizes Bosch and Fein’s Starlock interface system, which is ridiculously easy and convenient to use.
Cordless Trim Router
Ridgid’s got one, and Ryobi’s got one. I think Milwaukee’s bound to get one too.
Your Tool Predictions and Wishes?
What do you think Milwaukee will be announcing next week?
Chris
I only have a m-12 screwdriver. Which is a great little tool. I am a dewalt guy but I think Milwaukee has some great stuff. Interesting to see if they come out with something really innovative.
Sam
Would love to see a m18 or 12 fuel multi tool. 🙂
Adam
They have both is those. What you should be wanting is a brushless model. DeWalt is brushless. brushless is the only reason I still have a plug-in Bosch, the M12 for sure didn’t cut it, and I thought the M18 had a little more potential.
Kyle
In Milwaukee terms fuel=brushless
Cr8on
@Adam Fuel means brushless. @Sam is correct in asking for them.
Adam
Ha. Totally missed the word fuel. Ya, that’s what I’m hoping for too.
John S
I second that. The M12 multi tool (not a fuel/brushless) seems like a real oversight and desperate need for updating. Its super old and surely by now they’d at least have a brushless version much less an update for quick tool change/better vibration control and power.
Marc
There is a great demand for a FUEL M12 and M18 multi tool . Let’s get them on the store shelves and they will be a great addition to Milwaukee tradesmen tool users
Nate818
Something like the dewalt 60 volt tools that can work on any tool.
Stuart
Could you elaborate?
Dewalt’s 60V Max batteries can be used on 20V Max and 60V Max tools. But the 60V Max tools won’t take 20V Max batteries.
Milwaukee has indicated that they want their users to be able to use any M18 tool with any M18 battery pack.
Ray
My list of wants/needs is relatively small: m18 fuel hackzall, m18 fuel jigsaw, m12 fuel jigsaw, and I wish I had a blow-molded case for my m18 hole hawg with bit storage as I hate keeping it in a zipper bag and it bounce around.
Richard
I wanted that for my 18 ga nail gun so much I bored out an old fuel drill and impact case keeping the spot for the battery and charger, and great stuffed all around it to create my own nail gun case.
The yeti
A blue tooth connected internet accessible tool box . With speakers . Flashing lights . A bottle opener . Proximity locks . I’m joking . However I fear it’s only a matter of time . This internet of things and blue tooth stuff has gotten ridiculous
jtr165
Why are you joking? Seriously, we need to rearrange tool company marketing for what to really compete with:
Bluetooth enabled brushless tape measures, with gps correction, valet parking, and late hotel check-out options (we asked for this in the comments a few weeks ago).
An M18 Fuel coffee pot with call ahead seating? Anyone?
The M18 High Demand Cordless Tool On Demand: A cordless device that summons the exact cordless tool you need for the job, and 3D prints it via cloud schematics uploaded from the job site (might need one of those random Dewalt mesh routers for users that don’t have internet access, though?). The M18 High Demand Cordless Tool On Demand makes the tool for the user, then pick’s their kids up from day care.
If stuff like this is announced…our feedback is getting somewhere.
Isaac Royal
I want 2 see a cordless graco paint sprayer powered by m18
SinTexas
I am REALLY considering getting the M18 Fuel Impact/Hammer drill combo, but I don’t want to drop the coin on those if they’re going to announce new M18 Fuel impacts/drivers/drills this week. Same with the M12 Fuel. I dont want to pick those up if new models are making there way out in the world in a few months. So, anyone know if Milwaukee will announce updated models of the M18 Fuel and M12 Fuel impacts/drivers/drills this week?
Jason
I doubt we will see updated M18 Fuel Drills and Impacts this year they are not that old yet. I would be careful with the M12 stuff those are pretty old now.
Richard
If you don’t want one key you can get fuel drill and impact for $300
Adam
A Milwaukee robot (that also has drone capabilities) to use my Milwaukee tools for me!, While I sit in the shade with a v2 Milwaukee fan (v1 has noticable whirl noise to it, not present on the Ryobi, and lacks true AC anywhere-ness).
Ben
Hmmm, the 2017 Milwaukee new product Symposium will be very interesting this year as it’s the first one happening after the launch of the Flexvolt line of tools from Dewalt. So, in a way, I’m expecting to see Milwaukee fighting back in the areas where Flexvolt tools have proven to be much more powerful (circ saw and mitersaw comes to mind). I think it will also be the best indication of where Milwaukee is going to go, or if they will stick to their mantra of the last couple years.
Personally, I also hope Milwaukee will announce a new M18 FUEL oscillating tool. It won’t be StarLock since this is patented by Fein and Bosch, but there’s a need for a serious, tough and powerful tool in this category. I can even see the body of their M18 FUEL grinder to be used on their new oscillating tool. With a bit of luck, they would also have an M12 FUEL version.
The other tool I’m dying to see is a very nice M18 FUEL jigsaw with good accessories. The one they have right now is long in the tooth, and we need something that can compete with Bosch’s best offering and even go against the Festool Carvex. Their M12 jigsaw is pretty nice and vibration-free, but hell, if they have something great in the M18 FUEL that can be miniaturized, why not get an M12 FUEL jigsaw too?
We’ve heard about a cordless tablesaw for a while, it might be the very best moment to come up with something new and fresh in this category. Speaking of circular saws, what about a brand new M18 FUEL worm drive circ saw??? That would be cool!
For sure some new tools will be added to the One-Key platform, just as well as new One-Key features will be implemented (it’s the nature of the software side of things).
I do not expect a revamp in the M12 brushless tool category for the simple reason that there isn’t much competition in this category right now, maybe aside Makita.
I’m expecting to see some more solutions for harmful dust containment and suction. Milwaukee has a new VAC and a few accessories, but I’m pretty sure there is some more coming up.
In terms of instruments, I’m expecting Milwaukee to launch a new line of lasers using their M12 or M18 batteries. Both Bosch and Dewalt have great offerings in lasers, I saw that Makita just jumped in, so I don’t see why Milwaukee would leave this entire playground to the competition. Milwaukee came out recently with distance laser meters which seems to be their own design, so I’m pretty sure they’ll have more than that to show next week.
In terms of manual tools, I also suspect that Milwaukee will get a little more into mechanic stuff. They have a new ratchet set, but why not offering larger sets, or even some more mechanic tools? For the other manual tools, maybe we will see some incremental improvements to their existing lines.
Hopefully we will see a brand new, mean and powerful M18 FUEL chainsaw!!!!
We got used to new or updated heating gear every year, so it shouldn’t be any different this year. Maybe we will see the first M12 heated underwear!
Lastly, I’m pretty sure Milwaukee will launch a few odd balls as well. We’ve seen a cordless compressor from Ridgid, a new tool designed to cut drywall from Makita, or even maybe a cordless framing nailer to complete their line. Who knows?
fred
That Makita cut-out tool looks like it would have good use in office remodeling work – where dust is an issue. The price of the tool is OK – but I think Makita makes it up on the price of the proprietary blades ($11 each).
RC WARD
I would like them to concentrate on something useful instead of wasting their time on blue tooth control of your drill that is a complete waste.
Jim Premo
I could not agree more.
Chris
ditto! There is no reason you can’t just use the darn switch on the top of the drill for adjusting the speed and power. The only thing I like about a Bluetooth battery’s is that you would be able to disable it.
Steven
I know it is sort of bottom of the barrel, but I would love to see an M12 hot glue gun.
Noah
Ill take one too!
fred
Maybe they might introduce:
A cordless stand-up PEX Stapler
A cordless hydrostatic test pump
Some sanders for the M18 lineup – akin to the Ryobi offerings
A cordless lipping planer
A cordless paint sprayer to compete with the Graco that uses Dewalt batteries
Cubbie
I was just dealing with battery issues on my Graco yesterday and bemoaning the fact that they went with DEWALT. I was considering rigging up a system where I could use M18 batteries, but we’ll see what NPS17 holds.
Bremon
Apparently Graco went with the battery with the lowest rate of failures. At least they didn’t go proprietary.
fred
@Bremon
Are their folks who publish statistics on tool battery failure? It would be go to know .
We had hundreds of Makita BL1830 batteries. Early on we had quite a few annoying (to say the least) failures on some (but not all) of them that I thought might be some QC issue with the cells or the charger or both. They seemed to have fixed the problem – and more recently introduced the “star” batteries.
For a different part of our business – we bought into M12 tools – and prior to the “red lithium” changeover – we’d get some batteries that were bad right out of the package or showed “broken” on charging.
Milwaukee seems to have fixed that too.
When we bought into Makita it was because they offered more of what we needed than did Dewalt or Milwaukee. Since then my ex-compatriots seem to be buying more Milwaukee M18 stuff – like their Force Logic tools. super hole-hawgs etc. – and the installers and plumbers are sticking with the M12 lineup.
Tim Puntney
Lasers would be great and a framing nail gun.
Cubbie
A table saw would be a natural progression in Milwaukee’s march toward cordless dominance. As would a chain saw to their OPE line.
An M18 inflator or compressor would be fantastic. Granted the comp would conflict with their cordless nailers, but they have to recognize that most guys already have all the pneumatic guns but would appreciate one less cord to deal with.
Travis Collins
I am not so certain that Milwaukee will delve into the table saw market. They have never built one before which makes the R&D cost large. The potential market share they would get might be quite small with DeWalt having such fantastic tried and true table saws. Especially when DeWalt will probably be releasing a 10″ FlexVolt 120v cordless/corded table saw this year.
The miter saw is lacking in many aspects from other saws on the market after running through their R&D department. Carpentry tools just aren’t Milwaukee’s forte. With that said, I think they should revamp the 10″ and offer a 7 1/4″ miter saw.
Would it be wise for them to continue delving into the carpentry trade sector. Is it worth the cost? Or should they let DeWalt and Makita have that trade sector and continue their domination with every other trade sector?
Harrolldean
I think a cordless table saw is likely. Sure it takes a lot of R&D, but I don’t see them just giving in to the other companies, but they will do the appropriate R&D before jumping in. I do agree the M18 miter saw is a bit disappointing (lacks power), but still get the job done and is very convenient. I’m curious to see if they “give in” to dual battery tools because last years NPS they were very big about them staying with 1 – M18 battery platform and knocking the other guys for leaving customers behind with new voltages and/or making them use multiple batteries. They’ll have to eat a little crow to come back on that, but I think they need to in order to stay competitive. Definitely excited to see what they have!
JC
I have to agree as before the last year Milwaukee had never built any OPE and look at them now. Its either do the R&D or watch otherwise loyal customers pick up OPE with a black/yellow or other color grip. They had also only had 1 cordless miter saw from 12 yrs ago but they knew they needed a cordless 1 top be competitive. They responded and while I wish I had bought the flexvolt miter I have to give Milwaukee kudos for trying. So I say all of that to say there is no way they will let dewlt sit alone in the cordless table saw market.
John
I’m waiting for and hoping for an M12 version of their M18 Surge impact driver (quiet oil impact type). They haven’t updated their M12 Fuel impact driver in years and it could use a refresh badly. I’d love to have that in a a small quiet fuel package so I don’t wake the dead on small work. (Maybe add torque and driving modes like Makita and one key models to it too)
Probably wishful thinking as it’s likely too early to see the M18 18 gauge brad nailer get an update but it really needs adjustment particularly the nose. It was a total disappointment for me not being able to reliably drive nails anything other than perfect 90 degrees. It needs a smart point or reengineer of the driving nose.
Ben
I don’t see why you say their M12 FUEL impact drivers needs a refresh. While they are undeniably impressive for their size, they aren’t designed for large jobs and I don’t see them as being so useful on the jobsite. If I have to pick only one among a M12 FUEL or M18 FUEL impact driver, I’d pick the M18 FUEL every time, it gets a lot more ground covered, and it’s still quite a small tool too. Also, there is not that much competition in this category, aside maybe Makita who makes some small 12V brushless tools.
On the other hand, you are damn right about the M18 FUEL cordless nailers…
John S
I understand but let me make a case for Milwaukee to plead that they do for the M12. I don’t want it for large jobs, I want it for small jobs. If I need to put in screws or a lag bolt in for large work, I would not hesitate to use a M18 impact driver. However, don’t need “nut busting” power for small screws and actually want a less powerful M18 Surge impact for small work.
The non-brushless M12 impact driver is way unrefined. It has a single mode variable switch and no control at all. It constantly overdrives small screws for me. Not to mention its loud as all heck. I got it for free in a bundle and would pull the trigger for the M12 Fuel but its pretty long in the tooth as far as age and I expect should be updated fairly soon. Again with the tech in the M18 Surge and similar Makita oil impact drivers, that should be a natural progression in options.
There is a market (I’m square in it) for less powerful impact drivers, I’d take the resulting decrease in power on an oiler or M12. In fact if they don’t update it I’m likely to get a Makita TD021DSE until Milwaukee does come out with a M12 oil impact or updated model with more modes/one key. The “impact” part helps with not camming out the heads which results when I have to use a drill.
Mark Will
I would really like to see a cordless framing nailer for 2″-4″ nails after the successful launch of their Brad nailer as well as a cordless trimmer
Aponte Craft
here is more of a wish list than prediction:
– M18 Cordless brushless tracksaw w/dust collection
– M18 Brushless Planer
– HEPA dust collection
Cordless Table saw would be insanely awesome
Can’t wait!
Jordan
A next gen brushless M12 Ratchet.
Rock Hound
I would love to see a cordless sander. An m12 is preferred by me, but I would be happy with a m18 as well.
Chris
An m12 sander would be awesome!
alex
What is this new Husky modular tool bag? I have been looking for a great modular tool belt/bag/rack for a while but I have found nothing except for toughbuilt.
Pete
Its been out for a year id guess. Its a cool system that i bought 2 pouches for but still havent used them lol. My idea is that each pouch does a different job- Electrical, sockets, adjustable wrenches and channel locks, electrical test equip, drill/impact bits.
That way if im working on something specific i just grab the single pouch rather than the whole tool bag.
Kyle
Personally I would love to see a M18 trim router, nailers that will sink nails at an angle, and most of all I’d like an m18 23ga nailer.
glenn
As I posted elsewhere here, I have heard a rumour of an HVAC vacuum pump. That one I heard a couple of months ago from one of our local tool shops, when I pressed him on it he just said later in the year. I guess we shall see!
Wishlist?
For new tools;
The above M18 vacuum pump,
4 inch M12 angle grinder,
M18/M12 inflator or compressor,
M12 fan similar the 12v one that is upcoming from Makita,
M12 T50 stapler,
Upgraded/improved,
Please, a fully featured compact bluetooth radio, by fully featured I mean having Bluetooth, FM radio, DAB radio and having a separate woofer and tweeter and by compact I mean similar in size to Ryobi radio or Makita’s CXT bluetooth speaker.
A brushless M12 jigsaw, with a a dust collection port and more importantly, aDUST BLOWER! I had one but just sold it, it was just a pain to use, especially cutting circles. Straight lines were okay as you could keep the cut line into the wind to clear the sight line, that’s if there was a breeze.
An M12 vacuum that actually had some suction. With the current one they sacrificed power for run time.
I suspect though that they will be concentrating on the M18 line and upping the power with some new models of tools that are high current draw in response to Flexvolt. And one can’t blame them for that.
Anyhow we shall find out in a few days, they might surprise us!
glenn
Forgot, A 1/4 sheet sander in either or M1/ M12.
Ben
A cordless M18 FUEL router would be damn nice too…
glenn
I completely forgot about that!, I have been eying off the Makita one just released. While tempting, I really don’t want to get into another battery platform. I figure 3 is enough.
Steven
M18 lawnmower…..i also need a new lawnmower…no coincidence
Tom
I moved to a new house, and that was a good reason to get new tools. I had worked on a contractor job (as an employee) and worked with Milwaukee M18s, and knew I would get the impact/hammer combo. That was last fall… I looked at these boards, and saw that the weed trimmer would come out this spring… I ended up getting it with the Father’s day special (buy battery + tool, got hedge trimmer free.) What I like most is that this fall, I will have to do nothing to mess with winterizing a small engine, and in the spring, I will not have to bother with getting more 2 cycle oil, hoping the carb isn’t messed up, etc… And this is in addition to how quiet the e-trimmer is…
So, yes, for all the reasons that I love the trimmer, an M18 (or 36, with twin batteries) lawnmower would be great… And how about a chainsaw?
Bob
CORDLESS TRIM ROUTER!!!!! WE NEED YOU lol.
Davida1
I’ll assume that they’ll be showing dust collection systems for/on certain tools, to comply with new OSHA rules. Wishlist, M18 booster pack
Lynyrd
Tool Wish; that Bosch gets in the game with expanded 18v tool assortment, redesigned 18v circ saw, cordless Axial Glide Saw.
Brian
Milwaukee’s m18 jigsaw is desperately in need of an update. The m12 needs an update but not nearly as bad…maybe a barrel grip style.
I’d love to see a compact m12 drill, brushed or brushless. More lighting obviously. Larger m18 fan, maybe oscillating.
glenn
The M18 jigsaw has already seen an update albeit still brushed, but it appears you don’t yet have it in the USA. It looks completely different and the new version has a dust blower and also includes a dust collection port which plugs into the base.
Here is a link to the old one followed by a link to the new one.
https://www.milwaukeetools.com.au/power-tools/cordless/hd18js-0
https://www.milwaukeetools.com.au/power-tools/cordless/m18bjs-0
fred
I’d have preferred a barrel- grip like the Makita:
https://www.mississaugahardware.com/product/makita-djv181z-cordless-jig-saw-with-brushless-motor
glenn
I have seen that here as well, it looks good.
I have owned both types but personally prefer a D grip, I find I get better control and less vibration cutting circles or compound curves. Perhaps I am doing something wrong lol.
Makita actually give you the option of brushed D handle in both 18v and 12v as well as barrel and D grip in brushless 18v. Also they have a brushless 12v D grip and barrel grip coming later this year. Talk about spoilt for choice.
https://sydneytools.com.au/cordless-tools/shopby/makita/jigsaws/
I am still deciding about what to replace my just sold M12 jigsaw with. The above M18 looks good but despite not wanting a 4th battery platform, Makita definitely have some tempting gear in their line up. Just have wait and see what Milwaukee have in store for us.
fred
You folks seem to get Makita stuff much sooner that we in the US – but prices seem crazy high. That Makita barrel-grip jigsaw (bare tool) – still not available in the US – goes for $239 Canadian ($177 US) with free shipping to the US. In Sydney the same tool looks like it will cost you $409 Australian – which would be $305 US. Even considering your VAT – that pricing seems high.
JC
Haha I find myself in the same boat, adding Makita to my gear would be a 4th battery platform but Im going to wait untill after NPS to decide wether I want to add the blue team to my lineup as they have some innovative and powerful tools that no other company has.
glenn
fred, we jokingly call it the “Australia tax”, where importers/retailers think they can rip us off because we are geographically isolated. I do see that quite a few places price their gear such that’s not worthwhile importing for the few dollars you would save.
We do get screwed over a bit on pricing here but when you factor in the wages it doesn’t look too bad. for example; minimum wage here is $17.70 per hour while the average wage is around the 80k per year.
The other thing that affects pricing here is the fact that we floated our dollar which results in fairly wide fluctuations. We end in cycles where around every 7-8 years or so we have a period of parity or above with the US dollar followed by a drop to where it currently sits. Great for exporters but not so great for consumers. Generally when we have parity pricing does drop after a while but follows that up and down cycle as well.
glenn
JC, that is exactly what I am doing as well. If Milwaukee don’t have anything that suits me, I will be adding some Makita gear.
glenn
For the record I ended up buying the new M18 Jigsaw. I used it for the first time yesterday and It is really, really good. Far better than the M12. Very little vibration, excellent dust blower, plenty of power and just feels “right”.
As I only had a small cut to make I didn’t try the dust port so I cant comment on that yet, but overall, I would go so far as to say it is the best jigsaw I have used so far, be it corded or cordless.
https://www.milwaukeetools.com.au/power-tools/cordless/m18bjs-0
Brian
I wasn’t aware of that, thanks for the link, but it’s still archaic. Don’t get me wrong, I like it but it’s still the same design as what you saw on jigsaws 20 years ago other than the quick release. It needs to be barrel grip (IMO), it needs to have a LED or two and of course brushless…honestly, I’d buy a brushed version if it was barrel grip and LED.
The M12 has the LED and is barrel grip but you can’t lock the trigger on and a 12v jigsaw should probably be brushless.
Alan
M12 Heated Socks would be awesome!
Bob
M18 lol
Cheyne
I’m still hoping to hear something about a M18 FUEL framing nailer and/or a stapler. I have the ridgid 18v sander and router (one of the few reasons I still have ridgid batteries) and would love to see Milwaukee versions. Also, a FUEL multi-tool would be great as well.
Matt
M18 fuel brushless 12″ miter saw? Maybe optional plug in like dewalt.
William
I’d like to see a M12 well priced Tracksaw. Something light and precise for sheet goods. Nothing like that on the market.
fred
I have a TS55 corded. I’m told that the number one complaint (quibble) about it is that it is underpowered. I don’t find it that way – but I don’t try to use it t cut lignum vitae either. I agree that a lightweight tracksaw with a 4.5 inch blade would be a great thing – but some would probably down rate it saying it didn’t work well ripping 2×8 pressure treated lumber. My old go to saw for sheet good was (and still is sometimes) a Rockwell Porter Cable #314 – with a 4.5 inch with a Forrest blade.
William
I went for the TS75 for that reason, last week I crosscut 8/4 hard maple at a 45 degree, pretty much the max depth and it performed great. It’s just very heavy, not an issue for me as it lives in my garage.
Can’t please everyone, but I think allot of people would like a small, quality and portable Tracksaw.
fred
Quite a few folks liked the old 9.6V 5090DW Makita Trim Saw . We used them for years mostly for thin sheet goods like Luan and paneling. Good for what they did – and there was a version with water-feed for tile. I think Makita makes one in one of their 12V lineups. But no one would have said it was powerful.
My tracksaw use is mostly for breaking down sheet goods. My Unisaw and sliding table usually does the rest.
Ben
I do not want to burst your bubble, but I doubt very much Milwaukee will ever make a track saw, corded or cordless. I’ve attended the last 7 media event at Milwaukee and I requested a track saw every single year, just to hear that it’s not on their radar. It doesn’t mean it will never come, but I wouldn’t hold my breath for one…
Neil
They need a fuel jigsaw (brushless) Currently I don’t see one.
Brad Stone
I want to see an m12 electric screwdriver.
Dan
Track-saw!!!!! Please!!!
Mr. X
Someone (are you listening Milwaukee?) needs to come out with a cordless “Roto-Split” tool for electricians. A few manufacturers sell a manual crank Roto-Split which is used to cut a small diagonal groove in MC and AC cables. This groove allows the electrician to remove the metallic spiral wrap protective covering of these metal jacketed cables for installation into an electrical box or panel.
The cordless version of this tool could be based on the motor and housing of the M12 ratchet with the cutting wheel and cable grip in place of the ratchet mechanism. There’s a market for this idea! Ask any electrician who has to cut in a few hundred of those cables a day.
fred
Is this one (based on a Makita cordless) too big or needing improvement ?
http://seatekco.com/rsk-145/
fred
I think it may no longer be available since Seatek was acquired by Southwire. I can’t seem to find it or any of the motorized Seatek products for sale on Amazon – but did spot this one that works with a cordless drill or driver:
https://www.amazon.com/Southwire-Tools-RS-101AP-Motorized-Roto-Split/dp/B000J0ZDEY
I also now wonder if the original rotosplits – used to be made in Connecticut still are being made in the USA.
Sorry if I got anyone’s hopes up in error.
Tim
M18 table saw.
cordless tile saw.
m12 fuel compact miter saw.
new multitool.
stack and lock storage.
Cordless belt sander
Track saws
cordless flooring nailers
cordless compressor
cordless butterfly impacts
Cordless routers
M12 fuel rotary tool
more affordable lights
Tim
Dust extractors that exceed 200 cfm at a decent price (think ridgid wet dry vac on steroids with suction control)
cordless rotary (not orbital) sander with dust collection
Kurt
m18 FUEL jigsaw and multi-tool. This is the single reason I haven’t picked them up yet… still waiting for the update.
Noah
My wishlist:
M12 FUEL Surge Driver
M12 or M18 hot melt gun
M12 FUEL Jigsaw
TW
M12 Fuel Bandsaw.
Would be sweet for electrical and plumbing.
Ben
I read a lot of comments about people wanting a FUEL version of certain tools. Since making a brushless version of a tool cost more, and then sell for more, please keep in mind that it doesn’t always make sense to do so. The FUEL version will be desirable in tools that require more torque and more power, or that are subject to wear and tear. If the brushed version of a tool is powerful enough, then you will never see a FUEL version of it…
Harrolldean
Agreed. I think the current M18 jigsaw is plenty powerful enough and doesn’t need to be FUEL. I do think it could use dust collection and I’m not a fan of the dust shroud, so I just took mine off. I think the desire for “FUEL everything” is just our American desire that assumes “bigger/more expensive is better”.
JC
I agree that some things dont need fuel as Milwaukee still releases regular brushed m18 tools. What I think people are really asking for when they say fuel jigsaw is just a redesign with some added features. I know I fall into that category. Would like a sight line blower, LED, a tool-less version of Ryobi blade saver feature, and improved ergonomics. Brushed or brushless means nothing to me on a jigsaw.
Ben
I wouldn’t be so quick to dismiss a FUEL version of the M18 jigsaw. If you look at the top models from Bosch and Festool, their jigsaws have a fairly big motor (6 or 7 amps), and they can cut through some huge slabs of wood. A brushless motor would be justified if you hook it up with a 6″ long jigsaw blade (Festool makes them). The feature I want the most in a jigsaw is a device to hold the blade straight just a hair above the surface. Secondly, I want to have a better line of sight on the blade. When the blade is too far behind the front of the tool, you have to lean forward quite a bit to see it and follow the line. Of course, having a LED light, dust blower, and all would be great.
Jaytkif
I would love to see:
M18 trim router, palm sander
Updated brushless omt for m12 and m18
Brushless jigsaws for m12 and m18 (new form factor for the m18 would be nice the current version shows its age).
Multi battery tools (Ridgid and Ryobi just did it so I don’t think it’s a stretch). Hybrid option to use ac power included.
Adapter to allow for multi battery use on tools such as miter saw, trimmers etc. This could get tough to engineer but otherwise they are left with underpowered mventory that is less competitive.
Table saw would be nice but Milwaukee isn’t a player in this game so it’s a massive stetch to expect.
The cordless market is moving quickly, Milwaukee has to think about competing with FlexVolt, and the dual battery 36v options from competitors and even their other tti made sister brands.
Milwaukee will likely do more with one key as well. To me, one key, while convenient, may lead to a shorter tool life cycle. I think it’s more likely that software becomes unsupported before the tools fail in future years. If Microsoft doesn’t support windows after a certain period, how can milwaukee support legacy one key? It’s probably a question for larger companies to answer when investing in tool purchases.
JC
Table saw probably not the stretch you think it is. Look at it this way, Milwaukee wasnt a player in the OPE game until their competition had several years head start and Milwaukee knew they needed to compete. Also Milwaukee wasn’t really a player in the miter saw game as their current and only miter saw came out 12 years ago I believe, but with flexvolt impending they released the fuel miter saw. I just dont think there is any way Milwaukee will let Dewalt have a cordless category all to themselves.
JC
Ive been studying Milwaukee’s nps patterns for a few years now and with that in mind I will say what i posted on A Concord Carpenter nps17 youtube video:
-Dual battery 10″ table saw
-New lighting options (Milwaukee owns this category by a wide margin)
-A new circular saw of some sort (with flexvolt and Makita rear handle the Milwaukee 2731 is falling behind from a pure power standpoint
-Not sure but would like to see a new OMT and brushless jigsaw w/ blower and led
-Cordless router
-36 volt chainsaw (14″) to continue building their OPE line
-Finally, and this is just me wishing, a 36V 12″ sliding miter saw w/ hybrid option
Austin
I bet we will see a new light or two. Some more one key versions of tools we already have. More ope. A new m18 super sawzall with orbital. 20700 batteries and maybe some x2 stuff.
Adam
Totally forgot about wanting an orbital sawzall, though I’m pretty happy with my OneKey.
I would like a chainsaw, but hope for at least 16″ if they use 2x batteries. I’ve seen mention of different heads for the trimmer. The only ‘accessory head’ I would want is a pole saw, but it would have to be close in length to the Ryobi, which is what I currently use. But if it isn’t an easy/fast swap, I might still prefer dedicated tools. Maybe just make an extension pole with trigger mechanism to attach to a M12 Fuel. I’d be happy with that rig
David
How about an m12 3/4″-1″ emt cutter based on their copper tubing cutter?
Matt
M12 Surge . Modular tool storage.
Chip Hershberger
Apparently new miter saws, just picked 1 up @ Home Depot with 2 #9ah batteries for$350.
Eric Wardle
pop rivet gun would be nice
Chip
Well didn’t get a chainsaw,tracksaw,cordless framing nailer,belt sander,or router( all I would use on a daily basis).
I did get gen2 m12 impact and drill, and more storage.
Building screwdrivers,pliers,prybars,hammers,wrenches, tape measures etc, basically non electric items doesn’t give me a fuzzy feeling.
I’ve bought 60% of their m12 and m18 line,but only own a multi screwdriver,and fastback of the non electric.
I use estwing, snap on,fatmax,knipex….because they had,have and still build a quality product with years of R/D.
Very frustrated there is no chainsaw.
Alex Roth
Need the CHAINSAW NOW!!!!
RX9
It’s time for Milwaukee to push a comprehensive OPE class battery ecosystem. They’ve worked wonders pushing the limits of 18V with brushless motors and high AH batteries, but there’s a hard limit here. 36V/40V seems to be the industry sweet spot, but a real 54V/60V system (not a low AH half-measure like flex volt), might provide the right oomph to be consistent with Milwaukee’s brand identity. 80V sounds fantastic on paper, but the greenworks/kobalt 80V system has shown that the batteries at that voltage will either have a miserably low AH rating or be too damn big.
I also feel like it may be worthwhile to split the 60V battery ecosystem up between Milwaukee and a new dedicated pro-level OPE brand. TTI has existing OPE lines in Homelite and Ryobi, but both are consumer-targeted identities.
The new brand would be specifically targeted at professionals served by the OPE market (landscapers, ranchers, etc.). It would launch all the outdoor applications of the shared 60V system, while the building/trade applications would be served by the Milwaukee brand.
In other words, although the battery system would be interchangeable between two brands, the product pools would be separated.
A breakdown of each brand would go something like this:
New TTI 60V brand:
-Chainsaw
-Lawn Mower
-Hedge trimmer
-Blower Vac
-Snowthrower
-Trimmer (attachment capable)
-Power Winch
-Jump Starter/Inflator
Milwaukee 60V:
-Concrete Cut off saw
-Table Saw
-Miter Saw
-SDS Max Rotary hammer
-Demo hammer
-Shop Vac
-Area Fan
-3/4 Impact Wrench
-HVLP sprayer
Paul
I would like to see a m12 hot glue gun, m12 nailer
Mat
They need a track saw and a cordless battery framing nailer! and if it doesn’t come soon I feel I’m going to have to go elsewhere.
Matt
When will they bring out an 18v (or 36v) cordless electric chainsaw?? Countless mates are Milwaukee fans but have to resort to buying makita cordless electric chainsaws….when will Milwaukee get their act together and develop one????
Dallas Culp
I second the twin battery chainsaw! I own a HUGE array of the m12/m18 fuel equipment. As a heavy machinery mechanic/ welder. A needle scaler would be amazing! An air compressor would be great too. Craftsman’s bolt-on line has one. Or an m18 12v/24v jump starter pack!!! For those cold mornings that at least one machine will not want to crank fast enough… and dragging out twisted junper cables in the dark is a pain!
And please, an m18 coffee pot. With a scheduled brew ? 😉
Adam Scavotto
I’d like to see milwaukee come out with an electric lawnmower! Or maybe they already did I would def purchase one I love milwaukee tools, and their 9.0 high demand 18v is one kick ass battery