November 1, 2005 – New York, NY – BOSTITCH
announced today the introduction of its new Strapshot™ metal
connector nailer (model MCN150) during a press conference at the
Warwick New York Hotel. Global Product Manager Dan Burgjohann said, “Metal
connectors are to the construction industry what the I-pod is to
electronics … they rapidly moved from early adoption to
become almost an industry standard.” Until now, fastening
connectors has been a real challenge because contractors were forced
to use makeshift methods to apply them – no dedicated tool
was available. “Our field research indicates that BOSTITCH
now offers exactly what contractors have been asking for.” said
Burgjohann.
Ideal for tight spaces and hard-to-reach areas, the compact MCN150
Strapshot™ nailer is less than 10.5" tall to fit easily
between boards placed 12" on center. Its in-line magazine
fits conveniently into 90˚ angled corners for added maneuverability.
Strapshot™ also features a precision trip mechanism for exact
placement of the nail into metal connector holes. Burgjohann explains
that this tool is not a retrofit like other models. “Strapshot™ doesn’t
borrow an ill-suited housing from another tool. It’s a completely
new design that professional contractors helped us develop.”
Weighing only 4.8 pounds, the MCN150 is almost two pounds lighter
than its closest single blow competitor. Moreover, many contractors
still use makeshift framing nailers for this application, which
can weigh as much as 3-1/2 pounds more. The llightweight, compact
design of Strapshot™ allows a contractor to navigate around
and between obstacles nimbly while performing overhead applications
without pause. Also, its over-molded grip helps to maximize comfort
and minimize slippage on hot or rainy days.
Strapshot™ nailers accept 1-1/2" paper tape collated
nails ranging .131" to .148" in diameter. Steel
wear guards with rubber skid pads protect its housing from daily
wear and tear while a tool-free 360˚ adjustable exhaust directs
blow-back out and away from the user. Available in the market by
late January, the MCN150 Strapshot™ nailer
is expected to sell for approximately $219. |