Tuesday, April 21, 2009

A Screwdriver Bit Me!

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Specialist Tools & Equipment

A Screwdriver Bit Me!

Who hasn't picked up the wrong end of a soldering iron?

Oh, man! When I was about 2 years old, my uncle left his soldering iron plugged in on the desk in his studio. It was one of the big ones. I thought that it was a screwdriver and picked it up. The darn thing bit me!

My yell brought the house down. My uncle got my hand under cold water and gave me something to ease the pain. And then headed back to his studio. When he saw what was left of his wooden chair, where I had dropped the soldering iron, his yell brought the house down.

I've also dropped my iron a couple of times over the years. It's incredible how one develops cat-like reflexes when something hot is headed for your shorts.

But don't blow it because you don't have the right kit. Use the proper tools.

May I ask a favour? We're doing as much as we can to make sure we have what you need to get your job done. We've been doing it for 40 years, but with times changing as fast as they are right now, we need some help.

I have set up a very short survey which asks just one question: What is the biggest work-related problem you're facing right now? Simply write it down in your own words. I'll read each answer, and I'll use some clever software to identify the biggest issues - and then we'll try and add some value for you. Please Go Here.



WELLER Soldering Irons & Stations
The Weller WTCP-51


Portasol Gas Irons

ORYX Soldering Irons & Stations


Kester "44" Rosin Core Solder

Weller Special Rework Stations


WSD 81 Lead Free - Electronically Controlled Digital Soldering









Please check out our latest soldering line-up - we stock the best, from irons and stations to tips and paste. You can trust us to keep you soldering in tight spots.

All the very best, and have an excellent month.

John Christensen
Christensen Tools
Please call us. We do everything in tools.

You will find us here

Johannesburg
11 Jules Street
JEPPESTOWN
2194
011-618-3200

Cape Town
Unit 42
Woodbridge Business Park
Koeberg Road
MILNERTON
7741
021-551-6320

Durban
99 Stamford Hill Road
GREYVILLE
4001
031-309-7731


Our Range

Here is some of the Kit we offer:
Fluke Meters
Toolkits & Cases
Soldering & Desoldering
Screwdrivers & Allen Keys
Test Equipment
Spanners, Wrenches, Vices & Lamps
Insulated 1000V Tools
Power Tools
ESD-Static Control
Garmin GPS

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That's three generations of Christensens committed to getting you the best equipment for your task, whether you're a trainee technician or a seasoned pro.

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P O Box 33042 JEPPE GAUTENG 2043 South Africa

Wednesday, April 8, 2009

What's a Technical Stethoscope?

Christensen Tools

Specialist Tools & Equipment

What's a Technical Stethoscope?

After a few years of study a student doctor gets to wear a stethoscope. After that NOBODY asks for his qualifications or diplomas. Just hanging a stethoscope around his neck says "Trust Me. I'm a Doctor."
Lets be honest. When last did you quiz your doctor about his credentials?
ScopeMeter 120Much the same thing happens when you pull out a Fluke Meter. It exudes quality and professionalism. Fluke is the standard in test equipment.
It shows that you know what you're doing. It reassures clients. But, more than anything else, it helps you get the job done quickly and effectively.
Fluke equipment is crafted by people that know how valuable an engineer's time is. And they know how dirty the job can get. More than anything else, they know how frustrating it can be when your kit doesn't do the job you need, when you need it.

Maybe that's why Boeing relies on Fluke Meters. It's pretty difficult to rush back to the depot for a replacement meter when you're hanging 10km above the ground! It's even worse when you're in a space station zipping along at 28,000km/hour 450km above the earth. NASA uses Fluke Meters because they're so reliable.

Fluke equipment is crafted by people that know how valuable an engineer's time is. And they know how dirty the job can get. More than anything else, they know how frustrating it can be when your kit doesn't do the job you need, when you need it.

Maybe that's why Boeing relies on Fluke Meters. It's pretty difficult to rush back to the depot for a replacement meter when you're hanging 10km above the ground! It's even worse when you're in a space station zipping along at 28,000km/hour 450km above the earth. NASA uses Fluke Meters because they're so reliable.
Fluke equipment is crafted by people that know how valuable an engineer's time is. And they know how dirty the job can get. More than anything else, they know how frustrating it can be when your kit doesn't do the job you need, when you need it.
ScopeMeter 190Maybe that's why Boeing relies on Fluke Meters. It's pretty difficult to rush back to the depot for a replacement meter when you're hanging 10km above the ground! It's even worse when you're in a space station zipping along at 28,000km/hour 450km above the earth. NASA uses Fluke Meters because they're so reliable.
Please check out our Fluke range. You’ll be amazed at how low your investment can be to save a lot of time and frustration. And your time is money.

Your Fluke Meter is your Technical stethoscope. It breeds confidence.
All the very best, and have an excellent month.
John Christensen
Christensen Tools
Please call us. We do everything in tools.


You will find us here

Johannesburg
11 Jules Street
JEPPESTOWN
2194
011-618-3200
Cape Town
Unit 42
Woodbridge Business Park
Koeberg Road
MILNERTON
7741
021-551-6320
Durban
99 Stamford Hill Road
GREYVILLE
4001
031-309-7731

Our Range

Here is some of the Kit we offer:
Fluke Meters
Toolkits & Cases
Soldering & Desoldering
Screwdrivers & Allen Keys
Test Equipment
Spanners, Wrenches, Vices & Lamps
Insulated 1000V Tools
Power Tools
ESD-Static Control
Garmin GPS
# And here is the rest

About Us

We've been tool specialists since 1965.

That's three generations of Christensens committed to getting you the best equipment for your task, whether you're a trainee technician or a seasoned pro.

#More


To contact us please email John@Christensen.co.za