You might recognize the name of this brand, but rest assured that it has nothing to do with the Metabo that operates in Europe. Rather, this is the new brand name for Hitachi , a company that has a long history in this industry. Hitachi creates a lot of different products, and the company rebranded its power tool line in the US as Metabo HPT to create a new brand identity that could draw in more customers. Milwaukee is another brand that was acquired by Techtronic Industries, but its history extends far beyond that.
Established in , the brand quickly became a pioneer by offering innovative new cordless tool solutions for various kinds of customers. One area where it innovated the most was in portability. This brand is traditionally associated with cabled tools , but they have been branching out into cordless tools as well.
Here we have another old school brand. Porter-Cable was established in , making it one of the oldest brands on this list. It was acquired by Rockwell International in , as the company was trying to compete with Black and Decker. Rockwell was then sold to Pentair Inc in , which was in turn purchased by Stanley Black and Decker in Ironically, the brand that Rockwell bought to try and compete with Black and Decker ended up being purchased by that very same competitor!
The great thing about Porter Cable cordless tools is that they are very powerful despite their low price point, a combination that is rather hard to find in the industry. After being established in Ohio in , Ridgid started to offer plumbing products before branching out into power tools as well.
Techtronic acquired the brand to accompany its other offerings such as Milwaukee, and its limited but unique selection of cordless tools is definitely a contender for people looking for products that are a little bit different. One problem is that replacement parts can often be hard to find for Ridgid products, but the low price point does make up for this to an extent.
Ryobi is the brand of choice for people who need powerful and durable tools but might not have enough money to spring for a DeWalt. This brand is also often considered to be the pinnacle of Japanese power tools. SKIL is a rare example of a company that started out in America but eventually moved to Germany to take advantage of the massive industry that existed there. The shift to Germany also had a lot to do with the brand being acquired by Bosch , although it is now owned by Chinese company Chevron.
Despite its current Chinese ownership, SKIL still has its headquarters in Stuttgart and is a unique cordless tool brand in that it is one of the only offerings coming from China that experienced power tool users would be willing to use.
Your email address will not be published. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Unless you are checking on adjustable wrenches, bigger mechanic tool sets, pliers, or screwdrivers, the tool was likely built outside of the United States. This can make it a bit confusing to know exactly who manufactured your specific tool. Nevertheless, our guide above offers guidance about who manufactures different Craftsman Tools products.
Who Makes Craftsman Tools? Pete Ortiz Last updated: Aug 19 View this post on Instagram. Pete Ortiz. Pete has been working in the trades since high school, where he first developed a passion for woodworking. Over the years, he has developed a keen interest in a wide variety of DIY projects around the home. Fascinated by all sort of tools, Pete loves reading and writing about all the latest gadgets and accessories that hit the market. His other interests include astronomy, hiking, and fishing.
As the founder of House Grail, David's primary goal is to help consumers make educated decisions about DIY projects at home, in the garage, and in the garden. Click to see full answer Moreover, are Craftsman power tools good? Craftsman power tools are lower quality than Dewalt.
It doesn't make sense to just give up on their power tools line which is brand new and they just spent 3 years building up. They've just got it to a point where tool selection is wide enough that pros may choose to invest in the line. Furthermore, is Craftsman and DeWalt the same? Craftsman has an industrial line and a consumer line. So, while there are exceptions, the Dewalt power tool will be made with a better class of components than the Craftsman tool and will have a longer life if used in the same way, and a three-year warranty period as opposed to 1 year for Craftsman cordless tools.
No, most of the Craftsman stuff is made by Ryobi. Most Ryobi and Craftsman power tools are made by the same company, so quality will be the same, just find best price, a lot of times same price but ryobi will have reverse or variable speed or something extra. They're sharing a sizable market. Q: Is it interchangeable with 20 volt Dewalt? We wish we could give a definitive answer, but Harbor Freight has remained tightlipped as to its power tool manufacturing partners. Hilti and Makita are just Hilti and Makita.
Makita, on the other hand, did acquire the Dolmar brand, bolstering its already-impressive line of outdoor power equipment tools. That means the tools get specified by the store but executed by another manufacturer. While you may have thought you knew who owned all those power tool manufacturers, consolidation has changed the playing field. Finally, if we missed any tool mergers or acquisitions, please leave a comment below.
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Crediting his excellent staff for the success of what is now the largest power tool review publication in the industry, Clint DeBoer hopes to see continued growth for the company as it rapidly expands its reach. Pro Tool Reviews critically reviews hundreds of hand tools, power tools, and accessories each year to help inform users about the best and newest products in the industry. Reaching everyone from the construction industry professional and tradesman to the serious DIYer, Pro Tool Reviews helps tool consumers shop better, work smarter, and stay aware of what tools and products can help put them at the top of their game.
We attended the world debut of both Hilti Nuron battery technology and updated power tools. They plan to have an expansive and interactive booth in the new Diamond Lot outdoor exhibit area. Makita will present a full range of demonstrations for contractors. They plan to show off more cordless solutions that deliver lower noise, less […]. The heart of most woodworking shops is a table saw. Even when you have the choice of using a Festool track saw, panel saw, or any of the various types of miter saws, the table saw still reigns king for most woodworkers.
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