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![]() Stanley Black and Decker Headquarters, New Britain, Connecticut, USA | |
Company type | Public |
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Industry | Manufacturing |
Founded | 1843 | as Stanley's Bolt Manufactory
Founder | Frederick Trent Stanley |
Headquarters | New Britain, Connecticut, U.S. |
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Products | Tools, Outdoor equipment, Industrial solutions |
Brands | See list |
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Number of employees | c. 50,500 (2023) |
Website | stanleyblackanddecker |
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Stanley Black & Decker, Inc., formerly known as The Stanley Works, is a Fortune 500 American manufacturer of industrial tools and household hardware, and a provider of security products. Headquartered in the Greater Hartford city of New Britain, Connecticut, [3] Stanley Black & Decker is the result of the merger of The Stanley Works and Black & Decker on March 12, 2010. [4]
The Stanley Works came to existence as a direct result of the 1920 merger of Stanley's Bolt Manufactory, founded by Frederick Trent Stanley in 1843, and the Stanley Rule and Level Company, [5] founded by Frederick's cousin, Henry Stanley, in 1857. DeWalt was acquired in 1960, and sold to Black & Decker. In March 12, 2010 Black & Decker merged with Stanley Works to become Stanley Black & Decker. It’s a wholly owned subsidiary of that company.
During World War II, Stanley Works received the Army-Navy "E" Award for excellence in war production. [6]
In May 2002, the company considered moving its corporate headquarters to Bermuda, but public and governmental outcry forced management to reconsider the move. By August 2002, the company had decided to maintain its incorporation in the United States.
John F. Lundgren was elected as chairman and chief executive officer in 2004, replacing John Trani, a former protégé of Jack Welch at General Electric.
The Hardware & Home Improvement Group, including the Kwikset, Weiser, Baldwin, National Hardware, Stanley, FANAL, Pfister and EZSET brands, was acquired by Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. on December 17, 2012. [7]
In July 2016, CEO John F. Lundgren stepped down, with President and COO James M. Loree taking over as CEO. [8]
In July 2022, CEO James M. Loree stepped down, with President and CFO Donald Allan, Jr taking over as CEO. [9]
Black and Decker: Home appliances, power tools, hardware, batteries, fastening systems,
As of July 22, 2022, Stanley Security Solutions was acquired by Securitas Electronic Security and has been rebranded as Securitas Technology [42]
The North American headquarters is located in Fishers, Indiana. This division of Stanley Black & Decker comprises the following primary business units:
Likewise, Stanley Security Solutions has operations in the following global markets:
Stanley Security Solutions is provider of locks, fire sensors, security cameras, and similar hardware. They also provide software to monitor this hardware. In addition they provide computer security software to protect hardware, software, or electronic data. A partial list of Stanley Security Solutions products:
Stanley Securities
In Q4 2021, Stanley Black's Commercial Electronic and Healthcare Security business lines- were sold to Securitas for $3.2 billion in cash. In 2021, the businesses were predicted to generate revenues of about $1.7 billion. [43]
Stanley Access Technologies
In Q1 2022, Stanley Access Technologies were sold to Allegion for $900 million in cash. [44]
Stanley Oil & Gas
In Q2 2022, Stanley Oil & Gas, comprising three business units, namely STANLEY Inspection, Pipeline Induction Heat Ltd. and CRC-Evans Pipeline International, were sold to Pipeline Technique Limited. [45]
Formerly a business unit (BU) within Stanley Security Solutions, this comprised Best Access Systems and several product brands that were sold to Dormakaba in 2016Q4. MAS was dissolved however the brand Sergeant & Greenleaf was retained by Convergent Security Solutions.
These were sold to Spectrum Brands in 2012. [46]
This was sold to MAT Holdings in 2011. [47]
Stanley agreed to buy Newell Brands Inc.'s tools business for $1.95 billion, adding lines such as Irwin and Lenox to its lineup.
The Craftsman deal comes about three months after Stanley agreed to buy Newell Brands Inc.'s tools business for $1.95 billion, adding lines such as Irwin and Lenox to its lineup.
Securitas AB is Swedish group devoted to security services, such as security guarding and mobile patrolling, monitoring, investigation and related consulting services. The group is headquartered in Stockholm and had over 300,000 employees in 53 countries worldwide as of 2016. Securitas AB is listed at Nasdaq OMX Stockholm in the Large Cap segment.
Black+Decker is an American manufacturer of power tools, accessories, hardware, home improvement products, home appliances and fastening systems headquartered in Towson, Maryland, north of Baltimore, where the company was originally established in 1910. In March 2010, Black & Decker merged with Stanley Works to become Stanley Black & Decker. It remains a wholly owned subsidiary of that company.
Cooper Industries was an American worldwide electrical products manufacturer headquartered in Houston, Texas. Founded in 1833, the company had seven operating divisions including Bussmann electrical and electronic fuses; Crouse-Hinds and CEAG explosion-proof electrical equipment; Halo and Metalux lighting fixtures; and Kyle and McGraw-Edison power systems products.
Assa Abloy AB is a Swedish Group whose offerings include products and services related to locks, doors, gates, and entrance automation. Related products and services include controlling access and confirming identities with keys, cards, tags, mobile, and biometric identity verification systems.
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Pfister, called Price Pfister until 2010, is an American manufacturer of bathroom and lavatory faucets, shower systems, showerheads and accessories, kitchen faucets and other plumbing fixtures. Emil Price and William Pfister founded the company in 1910. Today, Pfister is owned by Assa Abloy.
Craftsman is a line of tools, lawn and garden equipment, and work wear. Originally a house brand established by Sears, the brand is now owned by Stanley Black & Decker.
Newell Brands Inc. is an American manufacturer, marketer and distributor of consumer and commercial products. The company's brands and products include Rubbermaid storage and trash containers; home organization and reusable container products; Contigo and Bubba water bottles; Coleman outdoor products; writing instruments glue ; children's products ; cookware and small appliances and fragrance products.
Pentair plc (PNR) is an American water treatment company incorporated in Ireland with tax residency in UK, with its main U.S. office in Golden Valley, Minnesota. Pentair was founded in the US, with 65% of company's revenue coming from the US and Canada as of 2017. PNR was reorganized in 2014, shifting the corporate domicile from Switzerland to Ireland.
MTD Products is an American manufacturer of outdoor power equipment for the mass market. Headquartered in Valley City, Ohio, the company began in 1932 and is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Stanley Black & Decker. Prior to Stanley Black & Decker's acquisition in December 2021, MTD Products was a majority family-owned, private company. It originated as a tool and die maker. MTD's main competitors are Stihl, Ariens, Briggs & Stratton, John Deere and Husqvarna.
Kwikset is an American lock and lockset manufacturer owned by Assa Abloy. Originally Gateway Manufacturing Company, Kwikset was founded in California in 1946 by Adolf Schoepe, and Karl Rhinehart.
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Stanley Bostitch, previously and more commonly known as simply Bostitch, is an American company that specializes in the design and manufacture of fastening tools—such as staplers, staple guns, nailers, riveters, and glue guns—and fasteners—such as nails, screws, and staples. Its product range covers home, office, like the pencil sharpener, construction and industrial uses, like the power tool.
Proto Tools is an American industrial hand tool company. Founded as Plomb, it is presently a division of Stanley Black & Decker. The company is credited with creating the first combination wrench in 1933.
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