4 Questions to Guide Your Screwdriver Set Choice

 Whether the right screwdriver is critical to your core operations or you just need the perfect tool on standby, a full screwdriver set is something just about every organization should have in the toolbox.  The list of reasons for needing to install, remove or adjust a full universe of different fasteners is as long as your arm, so it's just bad for business if you're caught out as the manager who didn't equip their workplace with the right tools.  Leaving your workers with a standard screwdriver to tackle an Allen bolt is like providing the chef with a cocktail fork to dish up soup - but the good news is that the screwdriver set you need is not just a click or three away, it can be perfectly matched to your budget.

But while you might think the bad news is that overwhelming feeling when you start browsing screwdriver sets and realize you're way out of your depth, it's actually not too difficult to hone in on the set that really works for your team.  And the best way to start is by answering these simple questions:

1. How many pieces do I need?

The first thing you'll notice when you browse screwdriver sets is that there is no standard number of pieces for those kits.  It can be tempting to just grab a massive kit that covers every eventuality, but that simply won't be needed for the workspace with the occasional need for a bit of casual maintenance.  Similarly, even a sizeable generic screwdriver set may not include the specialty pieces that your particular tasks call for. 

2. What special features should I look for?

As you'll discover, screwdriver sets are definitely not all created equal.  For instance, some sets will magnetize the bits to make working with fiddly and difficult-to-handle fasteners a lot easier, whilst saving plenty of time and tears when one of them falls into an impossible-to-access abyss.  On the other hand, your screwdrivers may need to be insulated to provide protection against electric shock or feature certain certifications in order to meet your workplace or broader regulations.

3. Do the handles matter that much?

In a nutshell, the answer is "yes"!  The simplest is basically nothing more than simple cylinders, with perhaps some shaping for grip.  The next level is rubberized or textured patterning for much better grip, whilst some sets will include screwdrivers that incorporate a nut in the haft or a full hole through the middle to enable powerful torque with the assistance of a separate wrench or driver.  Often, a single universal handle will be the heart of your screwdriver set with a range of interchangeable tips, making clear that the handle itself should never be dismissed as an afterthought.

4. Should I be guided by price?

Put it this way: a stubborn fastener is before you, and you have the option of a budget screwdriver that the accountants just love, or a true industry jaw-dropper with ergonomic cushion grip, 100% stainless steel construction with extra hardened tip, a premium eye-catching design, and a price-tag that means it's mainly the Formula 1 mechanics who are spotted with them in their hot little hands?  Sure, some people swear by their trusty budget screwdrivers, but generally, it's a vast and competitive product range that well and truly proves the maxim: "You get exactly what you pay for."

So whether flat-head or Phillips, Torx or Allen, premium price or budget, interchangeable or specialty, insulated or hammering and much more besides, the exact screwdriver set your workplace needs is just around the corner.  To ensure you're getting bang for your buck and covering every base, get in touch with an industry expert today to guide the perfect selection.