Choosing the Right Laser Level: Red vs. Green Beam
A common question in our community is, what differentiates the red laser from the green one, aside from the obvious answer of colour. In this article, we will talk about …
Beginner DIY Tips for Your First Project
Do it yourself (DIY) has never been easier, especially with the resources available to you online. For some, it can be intimidating, but with practice you can reap the benefits. …
St Catharines Tent Sale September 15th 2022
Save the date! We are excited to announce that our most popular event has returned! September 15th, join us for amazing deals, prizes, and (of course) food from 11 to …
DeWALT Miter Saw Safety Recall Notice
DEWALT Model DWS779, DWS780 and DHS790 Miter Saws The plastic rear guard assembly can break/shatter when struck, exposing the saw blade and posing a laceration hazard. The following miter saw …
Holiday Hours 2021
Fastek will be closed for the Christmas Holiday: Friday, December 24thMonday, December 27thTuesday, December 28th We will reopen Wednesday and Thursday for regular hours (29th and 30th) We will then …
How to Turn a Stripped Screw
Stripping a screw can happen to just about anybody. Sometimes the hardware is brittle, or you accidentally give the driver just a little too much torque… whatever the reason, a …
Corded or Cordless Power Tools?
Corded or cordless? This is a question we get asked every day and the answer depends entirely on your needs. A cordless power tool will suffice for most casual applications, …
What Power Tools Should I Buy
We often get asked which power tools you should buy first. The answer can depend on a lot of factors – are you going to be doing home renovations? Are …
Construction Deemed Essential by the Ontario Government
If you’re as confused as we are about what construction is considered essential during lockdown, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve found a slideshow with information that comes directly …
COVID-19 Update for December 2020
In order to comply with the most recent government mandate of December 21st, 2020, and to protect the health of our employees, customers, and families, Fastek Inc. must take measures …
Holiday Hours 2020
Fastek will be closed on Thursday December 24th, Friday December 25th, Monday December 28th, and Thursday December 31st, as well as Friday January 1st. We will resume normal hours on …
The New Makita XGT 40v Max Li-ion Line
Makita is offering a new cordless solution with the XGT 40v max system. The XGT range of tools and batteries come with a built-in program providing digital communication between the …
Fastek Moving Into GPS Tech to Help Customers Protect Valuable Equipment
September 3, 2020, St. Catharines, ON – Fastek Inc. continues to expand its growing menu of products and services and is now selling GPS solutions to its base of construction, …
NIA Members raise $110,000 for Niagara Health Foundation
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: April 14, 2020Niagara Industrial Association members raise $110,000 for COVID-19 hospital equipmentSt. Catharines, ON (April 14, 2020) – A fundraising blitz led by Joe DeMan, co-founder of …
Fastek Covid-19 Update – March 27th
To all of our customers, We want to take a moment to thank you for your support and patience during this troubled time. Like you, we are closely monitoring news …
Fastek Update – March 24th 2020
Ontario Faces Shut Down of Non-Essential Businesses Good afternoon, As you already know, the government decided yesterday to shut down all non-essential businesses in Ontario for two weeks (and Quebec …
Fastek March 23, 2020 Covid Communication
In order to preserve the health of our employees, customers, and families, Fastek Inc. is taking measures to reduce or eliminate face-to-face contact until further notice. This means social distancing …
FASTEK STILL OPEN FOR BUSINESS
To all of our customers, We realize that COVID-19 is a serious matter. At Fastek, we are taking precautions to protect both our customers and staff from the risk of …
Habitat for Humanity
In the first month of 2020, we’ve already donated nearly $45,000 to Habitat for Humanity – an organization we value and appreciate for its amazing work all over the world. …
DeWalt Tough In The North Tuesday (Today!)
Call your local store and get the deals even if you can’t get to HamiltonPricing at all branches.PURCHASE ANY DEWALT® TOOL OR ACCESSORY AND SUBMIT A PHOTO OF YOUR RECEIPT …