Established as a backyard garage, this is one of the companies that has undergone the greatest transformations and change of hands before it was officially recognized as Dirt Devil. The founder was Philip A. Geier, establishing one of the pioneer companies devoted to the production of vacuum cleaners around 1905. Doing most of their productions by hand, they progressively produced metal vacuum cleaners for years before they decided to establish two more divisions. The company was purely specializing in the production of vacuum cleaners, but had an interest in mixers, washing machines and hair dryers which they also started producing on small … [Read more...]

Kenmore has long been known as one of America's top selling appliance brands. The company got its start in the early 1900s marketing sewing machines and later went on to manufacture washing machines, vacuum cleaners, stoves, dishwashers, refrigerators, and more. Read on to learn more about this remarkable brand's history. The History of Kenmore - A Trusted & Reliable Brand Today, one in three homes in the United States has at least one Kenmore appliance present. When you take a look at the company's rich history and the many firsts that they were able to bring to the appliance industry, it is easy to see why Kenmore is America's … [Read more...]

When it comes to cleaning, all you need is the right assortment of tools that will make it easy for you; otherwise it will seem an utterly demanding job. Bissell is one of the global cleaning companies that have stepped in to ensure that cleaning is ABC easy for you. This is a family-owned business which has withstood market challenges for over five generations. With more than 138 years of existence and ultimately, experience, in the cleaning industry, it is a partner that you can trust. As you know, I  am particularly fond of family-driven businesses, I consider this the best business model and thus, I believe Bissell has an important word … [Read more...]

I've just got back from my holiday and I'm already eager to present you another outstanding vacuum producer: ORECK. The logo usually varies in color but keeps the same font as the one in left. The Oreck Corporation dates back to 1963 when it was established through the vision of one man by the name David Oreck. Its initial obligation was to produce upright vacuum cleaners that were meant to serve the US hotel industry. Several years down the line, the range of products that Oreck Corporation produces has grown significantly to include air purifiers, floor machines, cleaning products and steam mops which are not only used in the hotel industry … [Read more...]

One of my first vacuums was a Hoover. I think my mom still has it boxed together with the old stuff in the garage. I can still hear its sound in my mind. Ok, lets leave the sentimentalism aside, I bet you didn't know but Hoover practically started as a family business in 1908, when a cousin of the Hoover family (which at that time was producing leather goods) built and patented the first model. Later, the Hoovers acquired the patent and started a small factory in North Canton (New Berlin at that time). You see, even in those times, a good idea was simply not enough to make it, you had to have some capital to start the business, and Hoovers … [Read more...]