About Sioux Tools
About Sioux Tools
Sioux Tools traces its history to 1914, when Oscar Albertson and Harold Jacobson founded Albertson & Co. to manufacture piston rings and spark plugs, adding a valve lathe to the lineup in 1917. The company moved into handheld power tools in the early 1920s with sanders, drills, and hot air guns, laying the groundwork for its future as a power tool manufacturer.
In 1958 the company introduced its first line of air-powered tools, and by 1967 it had renamed itself Sioux Tools, Inc. to reflect its new focus. Sioux Tools joined Snap-on Incorporated in 1994, adding industrial pneumatic tools to Snap-on's broader product line, and the brand's tools continue to be designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA, now from a facility in Murphy, North Carolina, for over 100 years.
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Frequently asked questions
What kinds of pneumatic tools does Sioux Tools manufacture?
Sioux Tools manufactures pneumatic drills, screwdrivers, impact wrenches, grinders, sanders, and a range of specialty air tools for industrial applications. The company has focused on air-powered tools since introducing its first line in 1958.
Is Sioux Tools owned by Snap-on?
Yes, Sioux Tools joined Snap-on Incorporated in 1994, which added industrial power tools to Snap-on's broader product portfolio. The Sioux Tools brand name and product line have continued under Snap-on ownership.
Are Sioux Tools products made in the United States?
Yes, Sioux Tools has been designed, engineered, and manufactured in the USA for over 100 years, with current manufacturing based in Murphy, North Carolina. This facility produces pneumatic drills, screwdrivers, impacts, grinders, and sanders for a wide range of industries.
What was Sioux Tools originally called, and when was it founded?
The company was founded in 1914 as Albertson & Co. by Oscar Albertson and Harold Jacobson, originally manufacturing piston rings, spark plugs, and later a valve lathe. It expanded into handheld power tools in the early 1920s before renaming itself Sioux Tools, Inc. in 1967.
What industries typically use Sioux Tools pneumatic equipment?
Sioux Tools pneumatic equipment is used across automotive service, industrial manufacturing, aerospace, and heavy equipment maintenance where reliable air-powered tools are needed for repetitive fastening, grinding, or sanding tasks. Its long production history has made it a recognized name in these sectors.