Multinational brand of power tools known primarily for its rotary tools
Dremel
(
DREM-?l
) is a multinational brand of
power tools
, focusing on
home improvement
and
hobby
applications. Dremel is known primarily for its
rotary tools
, such as the Dremel 3000, 4000 and 8200 series, which are similar to the
pneumatic
die grinders
used in the
metalworking
industry by tool or
moldmakers
. Dremel later expanded its product range and now produces
butane tools
, benchtop and
hand-held saws
and
oscillating tools
.
[2]
The company was purchased by
Robert Bosch GmbH
in 1993, and is now a division of the Robert Bosch Tool Corporation.
History
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Dremel die grinder tools were originally developed by
Albert J. Dremel
, an
Austrian
inventor, who founded the Dremel Company in
Racine, Wisconsin
in 1932.
[3]
Dremel held 55 patents across a wide range of inventions. His first product, released within the company, was an electric
razor
-blade sharpener, which lost popularity when cheap disposable razors became readily available. Dremel then developed the high-speed lightweight
rotary tool
, later named the Dremel Multitool, for which the company continues to be known. That invention was successful in the hobby and craft market.
In 1948, Dremel gave his employees a 3% year-end
share of profits
, seen as a radical idea at the time. Dremel died on 18 July 1968 at the age of 81.
People found many ways to use the rotary tools. In the 1940s, the
United States Department of Defense
reportedly used Dremel rotary tools in developing the first atomic bomb.
[4]
Doctors in the military used the tools in
dermal abrasion
, to reduce scar tissue from battle wounds. Dremel tools are also used in tattooing, by
pedorthists
for shaping shoe inserts, and by dentists for crafting dentures.
In 2013, Dremel claimed that there were more than 17 million of their rotary tools in use.
[5]
Timeline
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- 1932 ? Albert J. Dremel founded the Dremel company.
[6]
It was eventually awarded 55 patents, including for electric erasers, pusher lawn mowers and razor blade sharpeners.
- 1935 ? Introduction of first hand-held high-speed rotary tool, called the Moto-Tool.
- 1939 ? The Dremel Moto-Saw was developed.
- 1964 ? Introduction of the Dremel electric
engraver
.
- 1973 ? Introduction of compact
table saw
and multi-use disc/
belt sander
. Dremel Manufacturing Company was acquired by
Emerson Electric
- 1993 ? The Dremel brand purchased by
Robert Bosch Tool Corporation
.
- 2003 ? Dremel introduces the
lithium-ion battery
for power tools. New tool creation of the Dremel 10.8 Volt lithium-ion.
Operations
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Dremel's US activities operate from
Mt. Prospect, Illinois
. Dremel's activities in Europe, the Middle East and Africa are operated by Dremel Europe, with its headquarters located in
Breda
, Netherlands.
Rotary tools
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]
The company currently
[
when?
]
produces six rotary tools: three corded and three cordless. Over its history, Dremel has created over 30 different designs and models, mainly for home improvement and hobby use. Many different accessories and attachments are available.
The concept of the original Dremel Moto-Tool was to rotate a bit held in a
collet
at high speed. Variable-speed versions cover a range of 3,000 to 37,000
rpm
. The Dremel relies on high speed, rather than the high
torque
of a conventional power drill. By inserting the appropriate bit (or
burr
), the tool can perform
drilling
,
grinding
,
sharpening
,
cutting
,
cleaning
,
polishing
,
sanding
,
routing
,
carving
, and
engraving
. Early cordless models were marketed as the Dremel Freewheeler. Dremel options include a miniature
planer
attachment, and a
jigsaw
attachment that lets the tool act much like a small
reciprocating saw
. Other Dremel rotary tools include a cordless
pumpkin carving
tool, a cordless pet nail grooming tool, and a cordless
golf
cleaning tool.
The
collets
are flexible, and will accept both original Dremel and alternative makes of cutting, grinding, and polishing head shafts.
Diameter
|
Imperial
|
Metric
|
Dremel
|
inch
|
mm*
|
480
|
0.125″ (1/8″)
|
3.0?3.2 mm
|
481
|
0.094″ (3/32″)
|
2.4?2.5 mm
|
482
|
0.063″ (1/16″)
|
1.5?1.6 mm
|
483
|
0.031″ (1/32″)
|
0.8?1.0 mm
|
Other tools
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Dremel produces
hot glue guns
,
scroll saws
,
butane tools
,
contour sanders
, versatips, and powered
screwdrivers
, as well as accessories and attachments.
[7]
[8]
Dremel tools are categorised as compact tool systems and benchtop tool systems.
[
citation needed
]
In late 2008, Dremel released an
oscillating tool
, after the patent for the
Fein
Multimaster
had run out. Dremel's version of the tool is called the
Multi-Max
.
[9]
3Pi Tech Solutions sell
3D printers
with the Dremel brand.
[10]
References
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]
- ^
"Dremel Tools - Rotary, Saws, Oscillating and more. Professional or DIY - dremel.com"
.
- ^
"Dremel - Big on detail"
. Dremeleurope.com
. Retrieved
2014-08-05
.
- ^
Nelson, Mervin C. (November 4, 1968).
"Dremel firm leads hobby tool field"
.
Milwaukee Sentinel
. p. 10, part 2.
[
permanent dead link
]
- ^
"Dremel Company"
. Inside Woodworking
. Retrieved
14 November
2013
.
- ^
"Dremel History"
.
Dremel.com
. Archived from
the original
on 2015-06-17
. Retrieved
2013-10-31
.
- ^
"Dremel Tools History"
. Retrieved
14 November
2013
.
- ^
LLC (Dremel), Robert Bosch.
"New Dremel Max Life Accessory Line Provides a Premium Performance Option for Rotary Tool Accessories"
.
www.prnewswire.com
(Press release)
. Retrieved
2023-11-01
.
- ^
Kaye, Naomi; Charge, Pranav; Usman Khan, Mohammad (23 July 2023).
"Print Your Way to Tidiness: 3D Printed Tool Organisers: 20 Models for Tidying Up"
.
All 3 DP
.
- ^
Fink, Justin (September 30, 2009).
"Fein MultiMaster patent has expired...competitors on the move"
.
Fine Homebuilding
. Retrieved
2020-10-08
.
- ^
"About Us"
.
3PI Tech Solutions
. Retrieved
2022-12-26
.
External links
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