TEKTON is the name of the flagship line of hand tools owned by Michigan Industrial Tools. The brand is noted by consumers as being "a decent value" that offers "world class" customer service. TEKTON's 'About Us' page similarly characterizes their products as being "made for the serious tool user, who takes on life's projects...without an unlimited budget." History Michigan Industrial Tools introduced its TEKTON line of hand tools in 2009. The name TEKTON came from the Ancient Greek noun —a common term for an artisan or builder—as a nod to the people who would use their products. TEKTON is especially recognized for its composite ratchets, hybrid air hoses, and impact sockets. Tool Categories * Air Tools — air hose reels, air hoses, air regulators, connectors and accessories * Automotive — auto body tools, engine service tools, gear pullers, tire service tools * Cargo and Towing — bungee cords, cam buckle tie downs, ratchet tie downs, rubber tie downs, tow ropes and straps * Clamps and Vises — bar clamps, c-clamps, locking clamps, spring clamps, vises * Cutting and Drilling — drill bits, knives, saws, scissors, tap and die sets * Electrical Repair — electrical tape, electrical testers, wire strippers and crimpers * Files, Punches, and Chisels — files, nail sets, punches and chisels, wood chisels * Hammers and Mallets — axes and hatchets, ball pein hammers, claw hammers, dead blow hammers, machinist hammers, rubber mallets, sledge hammers, specialty hammers * Hardware — cable ties, o-rings, storage hooks * Lifting and Pulling Tools — hydraulic jacks, power pullers, winches and hoists * Lighting Products — flashlights and worklights * Measuring Tools — levels and layout tools, precision measuring tools, tape measures * Painting and Finishing — caulking guns, paint brushes, putty knives, wire brushes * Pick-up and Inspection Tools — claw pick-up tools, inspection mirrors, magnetic pick-up tools, magnetic sweepers * Pipe Tools — bending and flaring tools, pipe cutters, pipe snakes * Pliers and Snips — bolt cutters, cutting pliers, groove joint pliers, linesman pliers, locking pliers, long nose pliers, long reach pliers, precision pliers, slip joint pliers, snap ring pliers, snips * Prying Tools — nail claws, pry bars, tack pullers, wrecking bars * Screwdrivers — bit type screwdrivers, power bits, screwdrivers * Sockets and Ratchets — bit sockets, chrome sockets, impact sockets and accessories, nut drivers, ratchet accessories, ratchets and breaker bars, socket tool kits * Tarps and Tarp Repair — double duty tarps, standard duty tarps, tarp clips * Tool Storage — parts trays, screwdriver holders, socket holders, wrench holders * Wrenches — adjustable wrenches, combination wrenches, hex key wrenches, pipe wrenches, specialty wrenches, torque wrenches Warranty TEKTON tools have an "Always Guaranteed" warranty. According to TEKTON’s website, this policy includes hassle-free product replacements, readily-available manuals, and advice on tool use. The brand also claims that they often ship a replacement product the same day a tool user contacts their customer service.<ref name=ToolGuyd />
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