Buying tools in a bundle is normally the cheapest, quickest and most convenient way to get everything you need. However, if you want to be as cost- and time-effective as possible, there are four considerations to bear in mind when creating or buying a tool bundle.
Make sure you get storage for your new tools
When you’re buying a collection of new tools, it’s important that you can transport them conveniently and safely, otherwise you are creating more work for yourself. The solution is to choose a storage system that is simple to use and suits the tools you have purchased.
Modular storage systems like the Hilti Prokit tool and accesory storage system are an easy answer. This storage system is versatile, hard-wearing and flexible in the following ways:
It is a modular system that includes storage cases in a range of sizes so you can get the exact storage you need for your tools, rather than overpaying for storage you don’t need. Then, you can add more capacity as needed if you expand your tool bundle in the future.
Our ProKit range is designed to enable one-handed stacking and unstacking for ease of use. The auto-latch lids also prevent spills for additional safety.
ProKit storage cases are designed to work with ON!Track asset tags so you can track them remotely and never worry about losing your tools, giving instant peace of mind.
Find the exact bundle you need rather than settling for one which is ‘good enough’
Everyone has specific, precise needs, but tool bundles are often designed to be generic. That’s the downside which comes with the lower cost and greater convenience of many tool bundles. For some people, it means settling for a tool bundle which is ‘good enough’, but not exactly what you need – potentially leading to additional tool purchases on top to fill out your kit.
One potential answer is to use Hilti's range of power tool sets to tailor your overall tool bundle into exactly what you need for the job site. Each set saves you money compared to buying items individually, and it means you are not spending money on unnecessary equipment. Likewise, you will not have to supplement a generic tool bundle with additional purchases.
By choosing carefully, you can also get the following benefits:
Tools that are all the same high quality.
Equipment that runs off the same Nuron battery platform for ease of use.
One point of contact if you need to speak to the customer service team.
Consider warranty and repair costs
Buying tools is an investment. The longer they last, the more valuable they are. The same applies when buying a tool bundle. Even when you are saving money up front compared to the cost of buying each piece of equipment individually, they become more valuable still if they last for years.
Making your perfect tool bundle should therefore include consideration of the warranty and repair costs which come with the equipment. At Hilti, we offer free repairs on all products completely free of charge for up to two years following purchase, including:
The cost of pick-up and return transport
Labour and repairs including replacement of all defective parts (including parts subject to wear and tear)
Servicing when indicated by the tool
A functional and safety check after the completion of every repair
Even after that period, we aim to keep the cost of repairs as low as possible, capping them to a fixed percentage of the cost of a new tool.
We also offer a comprehensive lifetime manufacturer’s warranty against any defects caused during the initial manufacturing process. If there is a manufacturing fault, we will replace or repair the tool completely free of charge at any point during its lifetime.
To create the perfect tool bundle, you need to think about more than simply buying tools. By considering storage, your personal needs and future value through warranties and repairs, you can get exactly what you need for years to come.