# Hockey Puck-Like Pads The Rockler Bench Cookie Replaces the Traditional Clamp By Meghan Young | Published 2009-12-30 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rockler-bench-cookie References: [uncrate](http://www.uncrate.com/men/gear/tools/rockler-bench-cookies/) & [rockler](http://www.rockler.com/product.cfm?page=21496&cookietest=1) I have to admit that I don’t do much in the carpenter/workman vein, yet I can understand that it is necessary to introduce [new tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arrow) in the stead of traditional ones, such as this Rockler Bench Cookie. If you take a look at the gallery, you will see that the Rockler Bench Cookie acts as an [alternative to the clamp](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/note-clip). With its rubber pads that boast great grip, it will probably be the next [toolbox staple](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tinkr). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Alternative Clamping Solutions:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop new tools or devices that can replace traditional clamps in various industries. - **Rubber Grip Technology:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Explore innovative uses of rubber pads with superior gripping capabilities in different applications. - **Toolbox Staple Evolution:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create new essential tools or accessories that can become standard items in toolboxes across different trades and professions. ### Where This Applies - **Construction:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Introduce new construction tools that can enhance efficiency and ease of use by replacing traditional clamps. - **Woodworking:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative woodworking tools or equipment that offer alternatives to clamps, improving safety and versatility. - **Diy/home Improvement:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design new DIY tools and accessories that provide users with efficient and reliable alternatives to traditional clamping methods. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Magnetic Tool Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magnetic-tool-organizer-your-gateway-to-a-clutterfree-workspace.md) - [Clamping Stationery Dispensers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/peleg-design-clamptape.md) - [Modern Ergonomic Toolboxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/modern-toolbox-workstation.md) - [Versatile Kitchen Multi-Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kitchen-multitools.md) - [Clippable Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clippable-furniture.md) - [Versatile Rotary Tool Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rotary-workshop.md) - [Bright Cookie Dunking Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biscuit-saver.md) - [Portable Compact Worktables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sidekick-work-bench.md) - [Note Clip Organizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/note-clip.md)