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'''Dremel''' ({{IPAc-en|ˈ|d|r|ɛ|m|ə|l}} {{respell|DREM-əl}}) is a multinational brand of ]s, focusing on ] and ] applications. Dremel is known primarily for its ]s such as the Dremel 3000, 4000 and 8200 series which are similar to the ] ]s used in the ] industry by tool or ]s. Dremel later expanded its product range and now produces ], benchtop and ] and ].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.dremeleurope.com/ |title=Dremel - Big on detail |publisher=Dremeleurope.com |date= |accessdate=2014-08-05}}</ref>


The Dremel die grinder tools were originally developed by '''Albert J. Dremel''', an Austrian who founded the Dremel Company in 1932 in ].<ref name=lhtfld>{{cite news |url=https://news.google.com/newspapers?id=wEUxAAAAIBAJ&sjid=sBAEAAAAIBAJ&pg=7230%2C760327 |work=Milwaukee Sentinel |last=Nelson |first=Mervin C. |title=Dremel firm leads hobby tool field |date=November 4, 1968 |page=10, part 2}}</ref> The company was purchased by ] in 1993, and today it is a division of the Robert Bosch Tool Corporation. '''Dremel''' ({{IPAc-en|ˈ|d|r|ɛ|m|ə|l}} {{respell|DREM-əl}}) is a multinational brand of ]s, focusing on ] and ] applications. Dremel is known primarily for its ]s, such as the Dremel 3000, 4000 and 8200 series, which are similar to the ] ]s used in the ] industry by tool or ]s. Dremel later expanded its product range and now produces ], benchtop and ] and ].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.dremeleurope.com/ |title=Dremel - Big on detail |publisher=Dremeleurope.com |accessdate=2014-08-05}}</ref> The company was purchased by ] in 1993, and is now a division of the Robert Bosch Tool Corporation.


== History == == History ==
Founded by the Austrian inventor Albert J. Dremel in 1932, the company is located in ], US. Albert J. Dremel held 55 patents across a wide range of inventions. His first product released within the company was an electric ]-blade sharpener, which lost popularity when cheap disposable razors became available. Dremel then developed the high speed lightweight ], later named the Dremel Multitool, for which the company continues to be known. This invention was successful in the hobby and craft market. Dremel die grinder tools were originally developed by '''Albert J. Dremel''', an ]n inventor, who founded the Dremel Company in ] in 1932.<ref name=lhtfld>{{cite news |url=https://news.google.com/newspapers?id=wEUxAAAAIBAJ&sjid=sBAEAAAAIBAJ&pg=7230%2C760327 |work=Milwaukee Sentinel |last=Nelson |first=Mervin C. |title=Dremel firm leads hobby tool field |date=November 4, 1968 |page=10, part 2}}</ref> Dremel held 55 patents across a wide range of inventions. His first product, released within the company, was an electric ]-blade sharpener, which lost popularity when cheap disposable razors became readily available. Dremel then developed the high-speed lightweight ], 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 ], at the time seen as a radical idea. Dremel died on 18 July 1968 at the age of 81. In 1948, Dremel gave his employees a 3% year-end ], 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 Defense Department reportedly used Dremel rotary tools in developing the first atomic bomb.<ref>{{cite web|title=Dremel Company|url=http://www.insidewoodworking.com/companiesbrands/dremel.html|publisher=Inside Woodworking|accessdate=14 November 2013}}</ref> Military doctors used the tools in dermal abrasion techniques to reduce scar tissue from battle wounds. Dremel tools are also used in tattooing. It is also used by podorthists for use on shoe inserts, and dentists use them for crafting dentures. People found many ways to use the rotary tools. In the 1940s, the ] reportedly used Dremel rotary tools in developing the first atomic bomb.<ref>{{cite web |title=Dremel Company |url=http://www.insidewoodworking.com/companiesbrands/dremel.html |publisher=Inside Woodworking |accessdate=14 November 2013}}</ref> Doctors in the military used the tools in ], to reduce scar tissue from battle wounds. Dremel tools are also used in tattooing, by ]s for shaping shoe inserts, and by dentists for crafting dentures.


Dremel said in 2013 that there were more than 17 million of their rotary tools in use.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.dremel.com/es-es/misc/history/Pages/default.aspx |title=Dremel History |work=Dremel.com |publisher=Dremel.com |accessdate=2013-10-31 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150617222657/http://www.dremel.com/es-es/misc/history/Pages/default.aspx# |archive-date=2015-06-17 |url-status=dead}}</ref> In 2013, Dremel claimed that there were more than 17 million of their rotary tools in use.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.dremel.com/es-es/misc/history/Pages/default.aspx |title=Dremel History |work=Dremel.com |publisher=Dremel.com |accessdate=2013-10-31 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150617222657/http://www.dremel.com/es-es/misc/history/Pages/default.aspx# |archive-date=2015-06-17 |url-status=dead}}</ref>


=== Timeline === === Timeline ===
* 1932 – Albert J. Dremel founded the Dremel company.<ref>{{cite web|title=Dremel Tools History|url=http://www.quality-handtool-review.com/Dremel-Tools.html#sthash.t2DOI8D8.dpbs|accessdate=14 November 2013}}</ref> Awarded 55 patents; electric erasers, pusher lawn mower and first razor blade sharpener. * 1932 – Albert J. Dremel founded the Dremel company.<ref>{{cite web |title=Dremel Tools History |url=http://www.quality-handtool-review.com/Dremel-Tools.html#sthash.t2DOI8D8.dpbs |accessdate=14 November 2013}}</ref> It was eventually awarded 55 patents, including for electric erasers, pusher lawn mowers and razor blade sharpeners.
* 1935 – Introduction of first handheld high-speed rotary tool, called the Moto-Tool. * 1935 – Introduction of first hand-held high-speed rotary tool, called the Moto-Tool.
* 1939 – The Dremel Moto-Saw was developed. * 1939 – The Dremel Moto-Saw was developed.
* 1964 – Introduction of the Dremel Electric ]. * 1964 – Introduction of the Dremel electric ].
* 1973 – Introduction of compact ] and multi-use disc/]. Dremel Manufacturing Company was acquired by ] * 1973 – Introduction of compact ] and multi-use disc/]. Dremel Manufacturing Company was acquired by ]
* 1993 – The Dremel brand is purchased by ]. * 1993 – The Dremel brand purchased by ].
* 2003 – Dremel introduces the ] for power tools. New tool creation of the Dremel 10.8 Volt Lithium-Ion. * 2003 – Dremel introduces the ] for power tools. New tool creation of the Dremel 10.8 Volt lithium-ion.


==Operations== ==Operations==
Dremel's US activities operate from ]. Dremel's activities in Europe, the Middle East and Africa are operated by Dremel Europe, with its headquarter located in ], Netherlands. Dremel's US activities operate from ]. Dremel's activities in Europe, the Middle East and Africa are operated by Dremel Europe, with its headquarters located in ], Netherlands.


== Rotary tools == == Rotary tools ==
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The company currently{{when|date=September 2022}} 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. Dremel rotary tools are suitable for ], ], ], ], ], ], ], ] and ]. Many different accessories and attachments are also produced. Dremel Multitools work by using speed instead of torque. Different tools products range in speed from 3,000 to 37,000 RPM. The company currently{{when|date=September 2022}} 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 ] at high speed. Variable-speed versions cover a range of 3,000–37,000 ]. The Dremel concept relies on high speed as opposed to the high ] of a conventional power drill. By inserting an appropriate bit (or ]) the tool can perform ], ], ], ], ], ], ], ], ], and ]. Both battery-powered and corded models are available. Early cordless models were marketed as the Dremel Freewheeler. Dremel options include a miniature ] attachment and a ] attachment that lets the tool act much like a small ]. Other Dremel rotary tools include a cordless ] tool, a cordless pet nail grooming tool, and a cordless ] cleaning tool. The concept of the original Dremel Moto-Tool was to rotate a bit held in a ] at high speed. Variable-speed versions cover a range of 3,000 to 37,000 ]. The Dremel relies on high speed, rather than the high ] of a conventional power drill. By inserting the appropriate bit (or ]), the tool can perform ], ], ], ], ], ], ], ], ], and ]. Early cordless models were marketed as the Dremel Freewheeler. Dremel options include a miniature ] attachment, and a ] attachment that lets the tool act much like a small ]. Other Dremel rotary tools include a cordless ] tool, a cordless pet nail grooming tool, and a cordless ] cleaning tool.


] and ]/nut arrangement ]] ] and ]/nut arrangement ]]

However, the ]s are flexible and will accept both original Dremel and alternative makes of cutting, grinding, and polishing head shafts. The ]s are flexible, and will accept both original Dremel and alternative makes of cutting, grinding, and polishing head shafts.


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== Other tools == == Other tools ==
Dremel produces ]s, ]s, ], ]s, versatips, powered ]s, as well as accessories and attachments.<ref>{{Cite web |last=LLC (Dremel) |first=Robert Bosch |title=New Dremel Max Life Accessory Line Provides a Premium Performance Option for Rotary Tool Accessories |url=https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/new-dremel-max-life-accessory-line-provides-a-premium-performance-option-for-rotary-tool-accessories-301588368.html |access-date=2023-11-01 |website=www.prnewswire.com |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |last=Kaye |first=Naomi |last2=Charge |first2=Pranav |last3=Usman Khan |first3=Mohammad |date=23 July 2023 |title=Print Your Way to Tidiness: 3D Printed Tool Organisers: 20 Models for Tidying Up |work=All 3 DP |url=https://all3dp.com/2/3d-printed-tool-organizer-3d-models/}}</ref> Dremel tools are categorised into Compact Tool Systems and Benchtop Tool Systems.{{citation needed|date=February 2021}} Dremel produces ]s, ]s, ], ]s, versatips, and powered ]s, as well as accessories and attachments.<ref>{{Cite web |last=LLC (Dremel) |first=Robert Bosch |title=New Dremel Max Life Accessory Line Provides a Premium Performance Option for Rotary Tool Accessories |url=https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/new-dremel-max-life-accessory-line-provides-a-premium-performance-option-for-rotary-tool-accessories-301588368.html |access-date=2023-11-01 |website=www.prnewswire.com |language=en}}</ref><ref>{{Cite news |last=Kaye |first=Naomi |last2=Charge |first2=Pranav |last3=Usman Khan |first3=Mohammad |date=23 July 2023 |title=Print Your Way to Tidiness: 3D Printed Tool Organisers: 20 Models for Tidying Up |work=All 3 DP |url=https://all3dp.com/2/3d-printed-tool-organizer-3d-models/}}</ref> Dremel tools are categorised as compact tool systems and benchtop tool systems.{{citation needed|date=February 2021}}


Dremel is also one of the manufacturers to release an ] in late 2008 after the patent had run out on ]'s ]. Dremel's incarnation of this tool is called the ''Multi-Max''.<ref>{{Cite web|last=Fink|first=Justin|date=September 30, 2009|title=Fein MultiMaster patent has expired...competitors on the move|url=https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2009/09/30/fein-multimaster-patent-has-expired-competitors-on-the-move|access-date=2020-10-08|website=Fine Homebuilding|language=en-US}}</ref> In late 2008, Dremel released an ], after the patent for the ] ]had run out. Dremel's version of the tool is called the ''Multi-Max''.<ref>{{Cite web |last=Fink |first=Justin |date=September 30, 2009 |title=Fein MultiMaster patent has expired...competitors on the move |url=https://www.finehomebuilding.com/2009/09/30/fein-multimaster-patent-has-expired-competitors-on-the-move |access-date=2020-10-08 |website=Fine Homebuilding |language=en-US}}</ref>


Additionally, ] are sold under the Dremel brand by 3Pi Tech Solutions<ref>{{Cite web |title=About Us |url=https://3pitech.com/pages/about-us |access-date=2022-12-26 |website=3PI Tech Solutions |language=en}}</ref> 3Pi Tech Solutions sell ] with the Dremel brand.<ref>{{Cite web |title=About Us |url=https://3pitech.com/pages/about-us |access-date=2022-12-26 |website=3PI Tech Solutions |language=en}}</ref>


== References == == References ==

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Multinational brand of power tools known primarily for its rotary tools For the distributed system developed by Google, see Dremel (software).
Dremel
Founded1932; 92 years ago (1932) in
Racine, Wisconsin, U.S.
FounderAlbert J. Dremel
Headquarters1800 W. Central Rd.,
Mt. Prospect, Illinois, U.S.
ProductsRotary tools, hot glue guns, scroll saws, contour sanders, versatips, and powered screwdrivers
ParentBosch
Websitewww.dremel.com
A single-speed Dremel 'MultiPro' electric die grinder.

Dremel (/ˈdrɛməl/ DREM-əl) 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. The company was purchased by Robert Bosch GmbH in 1993, and is now a division of the Robert Bosch Tool Corporation.

History

Dremel die grinder tools were originally developed by Albert J. Dremel, an Austrian inventor, who founded the Dremel Company in Racine, Wisconsin in 1932. 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. 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.

Timeline

  • 1932 – Albert J. Dremel founded the Dremel company. 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

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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1947 advertisement for the Dremel Moto-Tool die grinder

The company currently 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.

Approximate Dremel type spindle and collet/nut arrangement

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

Dremel produces hot glue guns, scroll saws, butane tools, contour sanders, versatips, and powered screwdrivers, as well as accessories and attachments. Dremel tools are categorised as compact tool systems and benchtop tool systems.

In late 2008, Dremel released an ], after the patent for the Fein Multimasterhad run out. Dremel's version of the tool is called the Multi-Max.

3Pi Tech Solutions sell 3D printers with the Dremel brand.

References

  1. "Dremel Tools - Rotary, Saws, Oscillating and more. Professional or DIY - dremel.com".
  2. "Dremel - Big on detail". Dremeleurope.com. Retrieved 2014-08-05.
  3. Nelson, Mervin C. (November 4, 1968). "Dremel firm leads hobby tool field". Milwaukee Sentinel. p. 10, part 2.
  4. "Dremel Company". Inside Woodworking. Retrieved 14 November 2013.
  5. "Dremel History". Dremel.com. Dremel.com. Archived from the original on 2015-06-17. Retrieved 2013-10-31.
  6. "Dremel Tools History". Retrieved 14 November 2013.
  7. LLC (Dremel), Robert Bosch. "New Dremel Max Life Accessory Line Provides a Premium Performance Option for Rotary Tool Accessories". www.prnewswire.com. Retrieved 2023-11-01.
  8. 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.
  9. Fink, Justin (September 30, 2009). "Fein MultiMaster patent has expired...competitors on the move". Fine Homebuilding. Retrieved 2020-10-08.
  10. "About Us". 3PI Tech Solutions. Retrieved 2022-12-26.

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