Verified Nov 2026
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New Britain, Connecticut
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Since 1843
Stanley Tools is a US-based manufacturer of hand tools, headquartered in New Britain, Connecticut, and founded in 1843. It employs between 10,000 and 50,000 people and reports revenue in the $10 billion-plus band (estimated). The company is privately held and serves the automotive and consumer goods industries. In April 2026, the company announced a $4 million expansion in Mission, adding a new production line and 88 new jobs while retaining 150 positions.
Stanley Tools at a glance
Revenue
$10B+
Est. band
Employees
10,000-50,000
Founded
1843
Headquarters
New Britain, Connecticut
Certifications
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 · ISO/TS 16949
Import activity
453
Industries
Automotive
Consumer Goods
Sourcing and import activity
From US customs bill-of-lading records
US sea imports
453
Named foreign suppliers
33
Top origins
United Kingdom · Belgium · Taiwan · Netherlands
Shared foreign counterparties do not establish that these companies buy from Stanley Tools.
What this tells a buyer
Stanley Black & Decker sold its Consolidated Aerospace Manufacturing business to Howmet Aerospace, a transaction announced in December 2025 for $1.8 billion and completed on April 6, 2026.
The company holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, IATF 16949, and ISO/TS 16949 certifications, and its listed product includes steel-based tools.
In November 2026, Stanley Black & Decker integrated Anchanto's order management system to support omnichannel sales in South Korea.
Source: US customs bill-of-lading records and public filings · Last verified Nov 05, 2026
STABILITY SIGNALS
Established & active
183 years in operation (founded 1843).
Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001, ISO/TS 16949 certification(s) per public sources.
Overview
Stanley Tools is a US-based manufacturer of hand tools, headquartered in New Britain, Connecticut, and founded in 1843. It employs between 10,000 and 50,000 people and reports revenue in the $10 billion-plus band (estimated). The company is privately held and serves the automotive and consumer goods industries. In April 2026, the company announced a $4 million expansion in Mission, adding a new production line and 88 new jobs while retaining 150 positions.
At a glance
Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
Founded | 1843 |
Headquarters | New Britain, Connecticut |
Employees | 10,000-50,000 |
Revenue | $10B+ (estimated) |
Certifications | IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 · ISO/TS 16949 |
What Stanley Tools makes
The company holds ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, IATF 16949, and ISO/TS 16949 certifications, and its listed product includes steel-based tools.
Products and capabilities described on the company's own site include Steel (source: stanleytools.com).
Certifications
Stanley Tools is associated with the following certifications in public sources. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part:
IATF 16949 — stanleyengineeredfastening.com
ISO 14001 — stanleyengineeredfastening.com
ISO 45001 — stanleyengineeredfastening.com
ISO 50001 — stanleyengineeredfastening.com
ISO 9001 — fabricatingandmetalworking.com
ISO/TS 16949 — stanleyengineeredfastening.com
Trade and customs footprint
Stanley Black & Decker sold its Consolidated Aerospace Manufacturing business to Howmet Aerospace, a transaction announced in December 2025 for $1.8 billion and completed on April 6, 2026. US customs bill-of-lading records list 453 inbound shipments across 33 foreign suppliers, with top origins including United Kingdom · Belgium · Taiwan · Netherlands.
Latest developments
2026-11-06 — Stanley Black & Decker integrates Anchanto OMS to drive omnichannel sales across South Korea - MARKETECH APAC (marketech-apac.com)
2026-11-05 — Anchanto Expands Partnership with Stanley Black & Decker, Powering South Korea's First Omnichannel Shopping Experience for Tools (prnewswire.com)
2026-04-13 — Stanley Black & Decker to build $4 million expansion | Mission manufacturer will add new line; add 88 new jobs and retain 150 (missionedc.com)
2026-04-06 — Stanley Black & Decker Completes Sale of Consolidated Aerospace Manufacturing Business to Howmet Aerospace - Apr 6, 2026 (mediaroom.com)
2025-12-22 — Stanley Black & Decker Announces Agreement to Sell Consolidated Aerospace Manufacturing Business to Howmet Aerospace for $1.8 Billion - Dec 22, 2025 (mediaroom.com)
2025-09-22 — STANLEY® renew their long-term agreement with FC Barcelona (fcbarcelona.com)
Facilities
Stanley Tools is headquartered in New Britain, Connecticut. Public sources also reference these locations:
Chiro, Taiwan — stanleytools.com
Company details
In November 2026, Stanley Black & Decker integrated Anchanto's order management system to support omnichannel sales in South Korea. Stanley Tools was founded in 1843, has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, and is headquartered in New Britain, Connecticut. On the LightSource stability read it is rated "Established & active": 183 years in operation (founded 1843). Holds IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001, ISO/TS 16949 certification(s) per public sources.
Frequently asked questions
What does Stanley Tools do?
Stanley Tools is a US-based manufacturer of hand tools, headquartered in New Britain, Connecticut, and founded in 1843. It employs between 10,000 and 50,000 people and reports revenue in the $10 billion-plus band (estimated). The company is privately held and serves the automotive and consumer goods industries. In April 2026, the company announced a $4 million expansion in Mission, adding a new production line and 88 new jobs while retaining 150 positions.
Where is Stanley Tools headquartered?
Stanley Tools is headquartered in New Britain, Connecticut.
When was Stanley Tools founded?
Stanley Tools was founded in 1843.
How big is Stanley Tools?
Stanley Tools has an estimated 10,000-50,000 employees, with revenue in the $10B+ range (estimated).
What certifications does Stanley Tools hold?
Stanley Tools lists IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 · ISO/TS 16949 on its website. Confirm the certified scope for the specific plant producing your part.
Does Stanley Tools import from overseas suppliers?
US customs bill-of-lading records show 453 inbound shipments for Stanley Tools, with top origins including United Kingdom · Belgium · Taiwan · Netherlands.
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Certification
IATF 16949 · ISO 14001 · ISO 45001 · ISO 50001 · ISO 9001 · ISO/TS 16949
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