Stanley HardwareFounded in 1843 in New Britain, Connecticut, the Stanley Works early credits include the first hinge hasp, the first crate hinge, the first hinge with reinforced joint, the first "blind" hinge, and in 189......Stanley HardwareFounded in 1843 in New Britain, Connecticut, the Stanley Works early credits include the first hinge hasp, the first crate hinge, the first hinge with reinforced joint, the first "blind" hinge, and in 1899, the first patent for a ball bearing hinge.Today, Stanley is a global organization supplying hardware and tools for the architectural, consumer, industrial and residential markets worldwide. Utilizing state-of-the-art research, manufacturing and quality-control capabilities that incorporate the latest techniques, procedures and equipment, Stanley continues to deliver the innovative, high quality products that have made the Stanley name synonymous with the highest craftsmanship and dependability for more than 150 years.To our valued customers, we appreciate your loyalty over the years and proudly present our Hardware offering. For more information about other divisions of Stanley, visit the Stanley Works corporate site.Stanley Hardware Since 1843As a young man in 1843, Frederick T. Stanley founded The Stanley Works -- a small company located in New Britain, Connecticut that manufactured hinges, bolts and other door hardware in a one-story wooden building in New Britain, Connecticut. His vision was to create a hardware company with unsurpassed customer service, product innovation and integrity -- and to offer products that would become the first choice among professionals around the world. With the early success of this mission and an increasing demand for his high-quality goods, Mr. Stanley began exporting his products in the 1870s. Shortly after the turn of the century, his rapidly growing business established its first production facilities outside the U.S., helping Frederick Stanley begin to realize his worldwide mission. By 1920, Stanley® brand hardware was preferred, and could be found, on every continent.Today, over 150 years after Frederick T. Stanley first opened his doors for business, Stanley® is one of the worlds most recognized and trusted brand names for hardware products. To learn more about the Stanley brand and breadth of products, visit The Stanley Works corporate web site.