Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. is a global enterprise operating in two core areas: tools and storage, and industrial solutions. Its operations span the United States, Canada, the wider Americas region, France, the rest of Europe, and Asia. The Tools & Storage division provides a comprehensive range of products. For professionals, this includes industrial-grade corded and cordless electric power tools and equipment, alongside pneumatic tools and fastening systems. Its consumer-oriented offerings feature electric power tools, prominently under the BLACK+DECKER brand, as well as wired and battery-powered lawn and garden machinery, various home goods, manual hand tools, power tool accessories, and storage units. This segment distributes its merchandise through multiple channels, including retailers, distributors, dealers, and a dedicated sales force, serving a diverse clientele that encompasses professional end-users, resellers, individual consumers, and industrial customers across various sectors. The company's Industrial segment, on the other hand, specializes in engineered fastening systems and components, catering to clients in fields such as automotive, manufacturing, electronics, construction, and aerospace. This division also performs pipeline inspection services, supplies hydraulic tools, and offers high-performance attachments for heavy machinery. It primarily serves the oil and natural gas pipeline industry and other industrial clients, extending its offerings to commercial customers with automatic door systems. Founded in 1843, Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. is headquartered in New Britain, Connecticut. The company adopted its current name in March 2010, having previously been known as The Stanley Works.