DIY Trade & Industrial News April 2016 | Page 25

NEWS BLACK AND DECKER Black and Decker fills a gap in the DIY market As a reputable brand with considerable global equity behind it, Black and Decker is a brand that aims to fill the gap as the best value proposition in the DIY segment of the power tool market. THE COMBINATION OF Black and Decker’s brand strength, robust local representation, a comprehensive two year guarantee on all Black and Decker tools across the board make for a combination that should be an undisputed choice for retailers servicing the DIY consumer. As a pioneer brand, Black and Decker launches new products in South Africa each year, but not before having consulted with retailers to determine if there is a local demand for each specific product. THE RIGHT TOOL FOR THE RIGHT MARKET AND THE RIGHT MARKET SEGMENT Renato Panzarini, President GEM Power Tools Division, Stanley Black and Decker Inc. said, “South Africa is a key pillar and we see it becoming a leading player in emerging markets.” A specific division in Stanley Black and Decker for emerging markets was established five years ago for Latin America, Asia and Africa. Stanley Black and Decker has 140 manufacturing plants in fifty countries. “Every second around the globe more than 25 Black and Decker products are purchased.” Stanley Black and Decker employs three thousand engineers globally, which Panzarini said, “Costs a lot of money.” But, it is this this investment ORIGINAL RANGE Sheepskin Rollers 100% PURE SHEEP SKIN For water-based paints, rough surfaces & external use l Refil r Rolle Trayset Black and Decker launches new products in South Africa each year that allows the company to remain committed to DIY & INDUSTRIAL TRADE NEWS APRIL 2017 25