In 2013, it was expanded to include mechanics' tools, including wrenches, ratchets and sockets. In 2011, DeWalt launched a line of contractors' hand tools (including utility knives, pliers, adjustable wrenches, tape measures, saws, and hammers).
In 2004, Black and Decker bought rival power tool manufacturer Porter-Cable and combined it with DeWalt in Jackson, Tennessee. ĭeWalt is now a popular brand of tools for commercial contractors. As of 2001, they manufacture and sell more than 200 hand power tools and 800 accessories. In 1994, DeWalt took over the German woodworking power tool producer ELU, and used ELU's technology to expand their tool line. In 1992, Black & Decker began a major effort to rebrand its professional quality and high-end power tools to DeWalt. Radial arm saws with the original DeWalt design can still be obtained from the Original Saw Co. Black & Decker divested itself of the radial arm saw manufacturing branch in 1989, selling it to two executives. bought the company in 1949, and sold it to Black & Decker in 1960. It grew quickly and was reorganized and reincorporated in 1947 as DeWalt Inc. The original company was started in 1923 by Raymond E.
