For more than a decade now, Milwaukee has hosted the New Product Symposium (better known as Milwaukee NPS) in their hometown in Wisconsin. It’s a big deal in the power tool industry and a great way to network. This is where they unveil never-before-seen products and offer a glimpse on what to expect from Milwaukee in the future…but this year is not like any other year to say the very least.

This year, NPS 2020 has been rebuilt from the ground up as a series of private online events called Milwaukee PIPELINE. They started off episode one yesterday and I’ll be honest with you, I’m very excited about what’s to come. If you could not make it to the show, no worries, I got you covered. Let me give you a quick rundown of the major takeaways.

M18 FUEL 1" D-Handle Ext. Anvil High Torque Impact Wrench w/ ONE-KEY 

• LAUNCH DATE: AUGUST 2020 
• 2869-20, 2869-22HD

Milwaukee Tool just elevated the productivity for diesel technicians that work on commercial lug nuts and other heavy equipment with the introduction of the world’s first cordless 1"D-handle extended anvil high torque impact wrench. Delivering up to 2,000 ft-lbs. of nut-busting torque and 1,900 ft-lbs. of fastening torque, the M18 FUEL 1" D-Handle Extended Anvil High Torque Impact Wrench /w ONE-KEY is an incredible breakthrough for cordless power tool technology. In addition to power, this tool delivers the run-time to accomplish a full day of work whether on the road or in the shop. Through ONE-KEY users can take advantage of Lug Nut Mode – a unique feature which, when enabled, prevents the risk of over-torqueing commercial lug nuts.

M18 FUEL 1" D-Handle High Torque Impact Wrench w/ ONE-KEY

• LAUNCH DATE: OCTOBER 2020
• 2868-20, 2868-22HD

An incredible breakthrough for cordless power tool technology, the M18 FUEL 1" D-Handle High Torque Impact Wrench w/ ONE-KEY replaces the need for pneumatic, delivering up to 2,000 ft-lbs of nut-busting torque and 1,900 ft-lbs of fastening torque for the most demanding applications. Simply put, this is the world’s most powerful cordless impact wrench.

M18  FUEL  COMPACT IMPACT WRENCHES

• LAUNCH DATE: NOVEMBER 2020
• FRICTION RING: 2854-20, 22, 22CT; 2855-20, 22
• PIN DETENT: 2855P-20, 22

Milwaukee Tool continues to transform cordless expectations with the introduction of new go-to impact wrench solutions when accessing tight spaces. Measuring at only 4.8” in length and delivering up to 250 ft-lbs of nut-busting torque, Milwaukee’s next generation M18 FUEL Compact Impact Wrenches deliver the performance needed in tight applications where larger impact wrenches cannot fit.

M18 FUEL MID-TORQUE IMPACT WRENCHES

• LAUNCH DATE: NOVEMBER 2020
• FRICTION RING: 2960-20, 22, 22CT; 2962-20, 22
• PIN DETENT: 2962P-20, 22

Milwaukee Tool unveils the most versatile impact wrenches in the industry with the next generation of their M18 FUEL Mid-Torque Impact Wrenches. Packing up to 650 ft-lbs of nut-busting torque while weighing in at only 5.1 lbs, these new impacts offer the best power-to-weight ratio in their class for the most access in tight spaces and faster bolt removal.

M18 FUEL MULTI TOOL

• LAUNCH DATE: NOVEMBER 2020
• 2836-20, 2836-21

This new multi-tool delivers the best multi-tool experience in the industry, generating the fastest cuts, the power for demolition cuts, and the lowest full-tool vibration.

M12 FUEL MULTI TOOL

• LAUNCH DATE: SEPTEMBER 2020
• 2526-20, 2526-21XC

The new multi-tool provides the best oscillating multi-tool performance for users on the M12 system, generating the fastest 12V cut speed, lowest full-tool vibration, and delivers tool-free blade changes for less downtime.

M12 23GA PIN NAILER

• LAUNCH DATE: Q1 2021
• 2540-20, 2540-21

The M12 23GA Pin Nailer is the most compact cordless pin nailer that combines precision and power to deliver the performance that professional carpenters and remodelers demand, without the hassle of a compressor hose or gas cartridge. Its lightweight design provides unmatched productivity and accessibility into tight spaces and confined corners. A nitrogen air spring mechanism allows the nailer to consistently sink pin nails at proper depth into hard or soft woods while leaving small, clean nail holes. The double-action trigger and non-marring precision point tip allows for sequential driving and accurate pin placement into delicate trim pieces. The dry-fire lockout feature prevents misfires and workpiece damage. This pin nailer drives 23-gauge headless pin nails ranging in length from 1/2" to 1-3/8" and can fire up to 750 pin nails per charge.

M12 FUEL HATCHET 6" PRUNING SAW

• AVAILABLE NOW!
• 2527-20, 2527-21, 49-16-2732

The HATCHET delivers unmatched control and access, has the power to cut 3" hardwoods, and delivers up to 120 cuts per charge.

M18 FUEL PACKOUT 2.5 GALLON WET/DRY VACUUM

• LAUNCH DATE: OCTOBER 2020
• 0970-20

Milwaukee Tool is proud to introduce the most powerful small capacity 18V wet/dry vacuum, fully compatible with the PACKOUT Modular Storage System. The M18 FUEL PACKOUT 2.5 Gallon Wet/Dry Vacuum delivers up to 60% more suction than other 18V wet/dry vacuums, giving users the performance and power they need to quickly clean up a wide range of materials.

M18 FUEL COMPACT VACUUM

• LAUNCH DATE: OCTOBER 2020
• 0940-20

The M18 FUEL Compact Vacuum delivers up to 50% more sustained suction than many other cordless compact vacuums currently available and features exclusive two-stage debris separation for the most efficient clean-up experience. In addition, five dedicated solutions (powered flood tool, floor tool, crevice tool and flexible hose, brush tool, and utility tool) allow this vacuum to tackle almost any obstacle.

M12 FUEL 1.6 GALLON WET/DRY VACUUM

• LAUNCH DATE: OCTOBER 2020
• 0960-20, 0960-21

The first 12V wet/dry vacuum of its kind, this new solution delivers 18V performance on a 12V platform. The most compact wet/dry vacuum available today, and operating up to 2X quieter, it provides up to 40% more suction to easily complete all quick and service-oriented clean-up applications.

M18 FUEL SECTIONAL MACHINE FOR 5/8"  AND 7/8" CABLE

• LAUNCH DATE: NOVEMBER 2020
• 2818A-21, 2818B-21, 2818-21

The M18 FUEL Sectional Machine for 5/8" and 7/8" Cable is the most portable and most powerful sectional machine for 1-1/4" - 6" drain lines. The POWERSTATE Brushless Motor and REDLINK PLUS Intelligence delivers the power to clear heavy roots up to 150 ft out, providing more power than corded even at the maximum capacity of the machine. The sectional machine ensures the easiest transportation and setup on all jobs by being lightest weight and most compact tool in its class, and offers carry strap connection points for hands-free transportation. The M18 REDLITHIUM High Output HD12.0 Battery Pack powers through multiple jobs on a single charge, and increases safety by providing power anywhere without the use of extension cords.

Milwaukee ended the event by saying two thing that stood out to me. First and foremost, the long awaited MX FUEL Power Supply will be released in February 2021. I hope they stick to that ETA because I’ve been waiting patiently to get my hands on one. Lastly, Milwaukee mentioned they have a “brand new category” they are going to share with us during episode 2. What a cliffhanger!