Achieve Safer, More Efficient Installations with BAND-IT's Latest Products

March 10.2025 | Product News

Introducing BAND-IT’s latest innovations: the Drill Accessory Banding Tool (C001DA) and the TRU-LOKT™ (C25699TL) Buckle. 87 years ago, BAND-IT designed the original C00169 Standard Banding Tool and Ear-Lokt Buckle, both of which would go on to define the industry standard in fastening equipment for municipal, utility, and telecom applications. Now, BAND-IT is leading the way again; we’re providing consistency and simplification leading to a safer installation. By reducing physical strain and minimizing the risk of installation errors, these products not only enhance productivity but also prioritize the well-being of your team, with confidence in an installation you trust the first time, every time.  

Experience the future of secure and efficient installations with BAND-IT’s new solutions, available July 2025 anywhere you can purchase BAND-IT products! 

Power-Up Installations with the Drill Accessory Banding Tool 

Watch the full installation guide video here!

Tired of the slow, inconsistent, and physically demanding process of manually installing band & buckle products? Say goodbye to wasted time and hindered productivity with BAND-IT’s innovative Drill Accessory Banding Tool. Designed to work with the standard 18v drills you’re likely already using, this tool will make installs faster and more reliable. 

Why use it?  

• Faster Installation: No more manual winding, harness the power you already have for quick installs. 

• Use Existing Tools: Compatible with standard 18V drills. 

• Stronger Hold: On average, up to 33% tighter installs compared to manual tool for more consistent and tighter installations, reducing the risk of loose bands. 

• Eliminate the Guesswork: Utilize drill torque settings to achieve consistent tension every install. 

• Easier to Use: No need to rollover entire tool or reduce tension during rollover, minimizing training time for new users. Gripper open lever leaves hands free to work. 

• Protects Your Installation: Nose-only rollover geometry reduces risk of cracked bands, ensuring integrity of installation. 

Eliminate Bad Installs with the Tru-Lokt™ Buckle 

New buckle wing design moves to parallel upon proper band tension!

Watch the full installation guide video here!

Finding the perfect tension for your installation is a time-consuming and inconsistent process that if done wrong can potentially lead to over/under tightening, cracked bands, and excess waste. This process heavily affects the installers productivity, but even worse could result in an unsafe installation. The Tru-Lokt buckle removes ambiguity by clearly indicating when the band & buckle is properly tensioned and leaves behind a permanent record of that good install. 

Why use it? 

• Eliminate The Guesswork: Buckle wing collapses, running parallel upon proper band tension. 
• Install Faster, Finish Sooner: Reduce installation time by up to 50%.  
• Easier to Use: With no backwinding required; reach proper tension and simply roll tool over!  
• ‘Meets Requirements’ Every Time: Retained force lower limit always above commonly desired min of 200lbs. 
• Use Existing Tools: Compatible with the C00169 standard banding tool and the brand new Drill Accessory Banding Tool. 

Cost Savings Example: Signalized Intersections

By switching to the Tru-Lokt Buckle, you can save time and money! With installation times reduced from 40 seconds to 20 seconds, the annual cost savings can amount to $6,400.00!

Better Together 

Pair the Drill Accessory Banding Tool and Tru-Lokt Buckle together to maximize the benefits, or feel free to use individually with our standard band & buckle products (Tru-Lokt limited to ¾” banding). Whether you’re using the classic Ear-Lokt buckle or the brand-new Tru-Lokt Buckle, the Drill Accessory Banding Tool will ensure a smooth process, and Tru-Lokt delivers consistency with manual or powered installation. 

We all strive to create safer working conditions for our teams. By incorporating BAND-IT’s Drill Accessory Banding Tool and Tru-Lokt Buckle into your projects, you’ll simplify their tasks and significantly enhance workplace safety. Plus, you’ll enjoy the added benefits of time savings and increased confidence in the quality of the installations. 

Keep an eye out for these exciting new solutions anywhere you can purchase BAND-IT products, available July 2025! Our Tru-Lokt buckles will be available for the same price as standard Ear-Lokt buckles, pricing for the Drill Accessory Banding Tool to come! 

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