Jan
30
2010
Are Black And Decker And Porter Cable 18 Volt Drills Made From The Same Manufacturer If Not By Who?
Posted by: akka in Black & Decker Drill FAQ, tags: Black, Cable, Decker, Drills, From, Made, Manufacturer, Porter, Same, VoltThey are made by the same manufacturer. B & D for the homeowner, Porter Cable for the professional
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Black & Decker (the corporation) is distinct from “Black & Decker” the brand; the latter is used by more than one corporation. In particular, “Black & Decker”-branded household products in the Americas (but outside of Brazil) are marketed by a division of Applica, a Florida-based corporation much smaller than Black & Decker Corporation.
The Black & Decker Corporation markets its name under various brands:
* DeWalt Power Tools
* Porter Cable
* Delta Machinery
* Kwikset
* Baldwin
* Weiser Lock
* Price Pfister
* Emhart Teknologies
* Oldham Blades
* Black and Decker Firestorm
Black & Decker makes its own drills. Porter Cable was recently purchased by Black & Decker, however Porter Cable was allowed to remain as is. Porter Cable continues to manufacture their own products as of this date.
Black & Decker Purchased the DeWalt Brand several years ago. It is now targeted toward the high end DIY customers and the professional Tradesman. Black & Decker is targeted for the average DIY customer.
Porter Cable has discontinued some tools, probably because they overlap the DeWalt line somewhat. Such as grinders.