History of Black & Decker Innovations

The video chronicles Alonzo Decker Jr.'s journey from janitor to CEO of Black & Decker, highlighting the company's evolution through the Great Depression, World War II, and the post-war consumer boom. It details the innovation of the cordless drill and Black & Decker's contribution to the space race, emphasizing the company's impact on the power tool industry and its ongoing legacy.

What position did Alonzo Decker Jr. start at when he rejoined his father's company?

• Manager

• Executive

• Janitor

• Engineer

What was the primary material innovation discussed by Alonzo Decker Jr.?

• Steel

• Copper

• Aluminum

• Plastic

During World War II, which company was known for its 'Wonder Workers'?

• Black & Decker

• Milwaukee

• Bosch

• DeWalt

What was the significant realization Alonzo Decker Jr. had about power tools post-war?

• They should be more expensive

• They should be lighter

• They should be available for household use

• They should be used only in factories

What was the impact of the introduction of household power tools?

• Increased factory theft

• Decreased tool sales

• Immediate sell-out of products

• Higher production costs

Who bought DeWalt in 1949?

• Milwaukee

• Stanley Tools

• American Machine and Foundry Company

• Black & Decker

What was the groundbreaking innovation introduced by Alonzo Decker Jr. in 1961?

• Corded drill

• Battery-powered hammer

• Cordless drill

• Electric saw

What challenge did NASA present to Black & Decker during the space race?

• Design a space shuttle

• Build a moon rover

• Create a drill for lunar samples

• Develop a cordless vacuum

Which company was Alonzo Decker Jr. associated with?

• Black & Decker

• Bosch

• Milwaukee

• DeWalt

Which company continued to thrive alongside Black & Decker post-2015?

• Stanley Tools

• Bosch

• Milwaukee

• DeWalt