Gone are the days when a rolling toolchest only held tools. At CES Craftsman (which really should be updated to Craftsperson) unveiled its new Contour Powered Series Tool Storage that adds a charging station and a Bluetooth-connected sound system.
A set of 220W speakers lets mechanics pipe their music from an iPod or Bluetooth-enabled audio device, but also answer and place hands-free calls when they’re otherwise unable to handle their phone. Because the speakers on the toolchest are powered, it does have to be plugged in, limiting its mobility around your shop. But, as a consolation prize, Craftsman has included a charging station for tools, batteries and other devices.
If you’re buying one for actually storing tools, you’ll probably be happy to know a set of 16 drawers provides 446,000 cubic centimetres of storage space. And the whole rolling package can handle over 900kg of gear, which is perfect given how many monstrously sized smartphones have recently been announced. As to when you’ll be able to to add one to your garage? Sometime in the second quarter of this year Craftsman promises, with pricing details still to be revealed. [Craftsman via Notcot]
Lillee
Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at 1:54 PMNow there’s a neat idea. I often carry a separate music player in the toolbox so this is all in one! Craftsman are a good OK too…
adam
Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at 2:24 PMmeh bunnings have had these for ages pretty sure even kingchrome have a model out. Cool but
Richo
Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at 3:46 PMThe Bunnings one is Kinchrome
another michael
Tuesday, January 17, 2012 at 7:22 PMi like how its wrong to use the term craftsman instead of craftsperson, but its still ok to call a tradesperson a monkey