Company profile Dewalt

About DeWalt

DeWalt Inc. is an American manufacturer of power tools, hand tools for the construction and other accessories. The company is a worldwide supplier of their products, specializing in the construction, manufacturing, and woodworking industry. Until today, DeWalt is a registered trademark of Black and Decker Inc., a subsidiary of Stanley Black and Decker.

The History of DeWalt

The DeWalt company was founded in 1924 by Raymond DeWalt, former employee of Seabrook Farms. Since the beginning, Raymond aimed to improve the productivity and versatility of the machines he used. Among others, he invented the radial arm saw and in 1922, he perfected the first woodworking machine – that´s where the journey of his future, extremely successful company had begun. The founder of the company was therefore a patented inventor before he had started the business.

Later, in 1924, DeWalt Products Co. company was formed, and the first plant and offices were established in Leola, Pennsylvania. The first product DeWalt manufactured was a universal electric woodworking machine, also known as the “Wonder-Worker”. It could be configured in 9 different modes. In 1929, DeWalt moved its base into Lancaster and later, in 1947, they changed their name from DeWalt Products Co. to DeWalt Inc. Since 1941, they had experienced a long period of expansion, mostly due to the rising demands of government orders connected with the wartime machinery requirements. Later, in 1949, DeWalt was bought by American Machine and Foundry Co., which later sold the trademark to Black and Decker in 1960. In 1953 they expanded into Canada and in 1971, they introduced the first metal cutting machine, which changed the whole power tool world. DeWalt once again revolutionized the industry.

In 1992, the first DeWalt portable electric power tools line was introduced and in 1994, they came up with over 30 new cordless tools. By 2001, DeWalt produces more than 200 electric power tools and more than 800 accessories. They kept on developing and improving their products. In December 2013, DeWalt issued a press release stating it would be bringing some assembly of a small selection of their products to the United States using globally manufactured parts from Brazil, China, the Czech Republic, Italy, Mexico, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The products assembled in the United States would be branded under the label, "Built in the USA with global materials."

One of the latest upgrades on their services was the release of the first phase of “Connected” Products in 2015, which lets the users connect to the tools with their mobile phones via Connect Bluetooth Tool. Until 2015, DeWalt also has seven manufacturing facilities building DeWalt products in the US - New Britain, CT, Hampstead, MD, Shelbyville, KY, Greenfield, IN, Cheraw, SC, Charlotte, NC, and Jackson, TN.

Since 1924, DeWalt continues to design and optimize professional workhorse solutions- tools, accessories, and service - to ensure absolute confidence for the toughest jobsite conditions.

Black and Decker

A manufacturer of power tools, accessories, hardware, home improvement products, and home appliances, Black and Decker is based in Towson, Maryland. The company was established in 1910 and in 2010 merged with Stanley Works, becoming Stanley Black and Decker. Black and Decker bought DeWalt from American Machine and Foundry in 1960. DeWalt remains a trademark of Black and Decker until today.

Nascar Sponsorship

From 1999 to 2009, DeWalt Company had been sponsoring Nascar driver Matt Kenseth. They cancelled their long-lasting sponsorship in 2009, announcing that it was due to the poor economic conditions in the construction industry, returning to the sponsorship in 2011. This time, they sponsored Marcos Ambrose, driving Richard Petty Motorsports Ford Fusion. Their second sponsorship ended in 2014, when DeWalt returned to sponsoring Kenseth, and after he retired in 2017, they started sponsoring Erik Jones who replaced Kenseth.

Products

Among the most known groups of DeWalt products belong for instance 20V MAX* System, FLEXVOLT® Battery System, Cordless Platforms, Batteries & Chargers, or PERFORM & PROTECT™ and among their most popular accessories you can find for example FLEXVOLT® Accessories, BREAKAWAY™ Blades, or Abrasive Safety Guides. On their website, however, one can find many more sections and products to choose from. They also sell hand tools, and

DeWalt Smartphone

DeWalt came up with a brand-new Android powered smartphone in April 2016. The smartphone is designed for workers and employees in building industry, said to survive a 2 m (6 ft 7 in) drop onto concrete and having an operating range of −20–60 °C (−4–140 °F). When released, the smartphone was available for $544.

Sustainable DeWalt

The DeWalt company also takes pride in their sustainability and versatility of their products. They base their production on low maintenance, low repairs, cool running, and more runtime motto. The DeWalt Brushless Motor electronically controls energy transfer efficiently within the tool-allowing the tool to run longer between charges. Brushless motors deliver up to 57% more runtime versus standard brushed motors. Their brushless motors run cooler that the brushed units. The tools maximize efficiency by eliminating trips to the pump, fuel mixing, constant pull starts, and gas related maintenance. DEWALT® brushless motors run cooler compared to DEWALT brushed units. Also, the DeWalt tools are designed with features that provide a high level of Control, Dust Containment, or Low Vibration. Lessen worker discomfort without sacrificing performance. Furthermore, DeWalt is an active participant with Call2Recycle, the international leader in the collection, transportation, and recycling of NiCd, NiMH, and Lithium Ion cells.

Celebrating 100 Years

April 2018 marks the 100th anniversary of the Product Service Division of Stanley Black & Decker. Repair, parts, and accessories are available at 64 centres across the United States and 830 authorized service centres. Online ordering and tracking are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Also, in 2024, DeWalt will celebrate the milestone of 100 year of the company´s existence.

Check out the available DeWalt tools on this link: https://measuritec.com/search?q=dewalt. You can find for example rugged battery and mains radios like this one https://measuritec.com/products/dewalt-dcr020-battery-and-mains-radio-construction-site-radio or this one https://measuritec.com/products/dewalt-dcr027-battery-and-mains-radio-with-charging-function. Also, you can find Rotary laser kits, for example https://measuritec.com/products/dewalt-dce079d1g-xr-self-leveling-rotary-laser-kit or tough box radio https://measuritec.com/products/dewalt-dwst1-75659-battery-network-radio.

To find out more about DeWalt and their full products selection, go to https://in.dewalt.global/.