With the launch of Snap-on Distribution in Canada, the company is positioning themselves to be a single-source industrial supplier for high-quality torque equipment, hand tools, power tools and accessories, by bringing together J.H. Williams, Bahco, CDI, ATI, Sioux Tools and Lindstrom brands under single umbrella.
"This gathering of great tool brands from around the world under one roof is a response to customer needs," said Bob Neely, national sales manager, Snap-on Distribution. "We're here to serve our industrial distribution customers with a product grouping that covers every aspect of tool and torque. We believe we've done that in the most efficient way by creating this business unit as a distinctive, standalone offering."
Snap-on Distribution is a business unit of Snap-on Inc. The unit's brands include tools and equipment from global makers with a heritage of manufacturing excellence.
The lineup includes:
J.H. Williams: This full-line, high-quality hand-tool brand dates from the 19th century and boasts development of drop-forged tools and the 15-degree angle wrench as part of its legacy.
Bahco: A brand that represents the best in ergonomic design extending from adjustable wrenches and hand tools to the world's safest, highest-quality saws and blades.
CDI: A global brand for a complete line of torque products, including testers, wrenches, multipliers and accessories.
ATI: Specialty tools for aviation and aerospace applications, including the 180-degree adjustment Hi-Lok ratchet.
Sioux Tools: Maker of heavy-duty, industrial-grade electric and rechargeable power tools, and air power tools.
Lindstrom Precision Tools: The world's oldest producer for cutting tools makes high-quality cutters, pliers, tweezers and other precision hand tools.
Snap-on Distribution brands are sold through industrial distributors in Canada. The offering is designed to serve a wide range of markets, including construction, automotive, fleet maintenance, aviation, aerospace, heavy equipment, mining and natural resources, power generation, agriculture and electronic assembly.
"Through Snap-on Distribution, we've created a one-stop shop for industrial distributors seeking a partner that can meet all of their tool needs – from hand tools and power tools through precision torque instruments," said Neely. "We are that company. Snap-on Distribution is committed to maintaining the high level of quality, service and innovation that's been associated with these traditional industrial brands."
Founded in 1920, Snap-on is a $2.4 billion, S&P 500 company headquartered in Kenosha, Wisconsin.
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