Building An Ideal World TM

We see our business in generations not quarters. This fuels an entrepreneurial culture that creates industry-leading, category-changing products and services.

CRITICAL INDUSTRIES COUNT ON US

 

Global industries — and the tradesmen that serve them — rely on the forward-thinking tools and technologies developed by IDEAL companies.

  • Construction IDEAL Industries touches all aspects of development - from construction safety to hand tools to power and light, IDEAL helps buildings come to life from tall iron work to plumbing and HVAC systems. IDEAL Electrical touches all aspects of powering a building – from premium quality components and supplies to electricians’ hand tools and even data testing equipment. And Pratt-Read makes most of the screwdrivers hanging from workers belts on job sites across the country.
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  • Electrical IDEAL Electrical offers electricians industry-defining tools and testers for start-to-finish excellence.
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  • Automotive Industry-leading SK Tools have received high praise, the SK X-Frame® Ratcheting Wrench was named one of the best tools of the year by Popular Mechanics.
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  • Aerospace IDEAL Electrical tools are a frequent spec in this demanding industry. Our products have literally been to the moon and back.
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  • Alternative Energy Our AC/DC conversion connectors are a global standard in the alternative energy industry. They’re helping to make alt/solar power for people around the world.
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  • Architecture/Building Management Audacy Advanced Wireless Lighting Control and Power Puck are helping building managers and those in their spaces to light and power up in new, innovative ways.
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  • HVAC Western Forge supplies specialty tools for the HVAC industry forged right here in the United States of America.
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  • Lighting Technologies Cree Lighting recognizes the importance of beautiful, energy-efficient light and aspires to improve every business with uncompromising value and payback.
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  • Power Solutions Power Solutions that meet your needs. Whether it’s power conversion products or high-power interconnect solutions, we can help help power your business.
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THE IDEAL CULTURE

 

The IDEAL Culture from IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC on Vimeo.

 

THE IDEAL LEGACY

 

An IDEAL Family from IDEAL INDUSTRIES, INC on Vimeo.

OUR HISTORY

 

 

FROM THE BEGINNING

J. Walter Becker started the IDEAL Commutator Dresser Company of Chicago from his mother's kitchen with the belief that every product should be worth more than its price. Service, he said, is part of the product.

 

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THE IDEAL FAMILY