Val-Test Distributors
The Val-Test® Group is a Buying / Marketing Group for a collective of wholesalers, distributors, dealers and retailers in hardware, paint sundries, electrical, plumbing, housewares, marine, automotive and the decorative art industries.
Founded in 1962, Val-Test® developed over 300+ supplier programs, successfully recruited over 150+ members, created the industry’s most advanced EDI Central Billing System, sponsored the industry’s favorite shows, processed thousands of supplier proposals and managed world-class marketing programs serving over 22,000+ retailers and achieved sales in excess of $500 million per year. Today, Val-Test® champion award-winning services for e-commerce marketing and works collaboratively in alliance with PRO Group designed to leverage both groups’ strengths to deliver superior value to the members they serve.
The Keen Kutter® trademark is owned by the Val-Test® Group of Illinois. After Val-Test® acquired the trademark, limited use authorization was developed for a premiere line of Keen Kutter® pocket-knives manufactured by Schrade Cutlery, Frost Cutlery and most recently Bear & Son Cutlery Co. to remain committed to the finest quality made in the U.S.A.
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- Business services companies established in 1962
- Cooperatives in the United States
- Hardware stores of the United States
- Schaumburg, Illinois
- Companies based in Cook County, Illinois
- 1962 establishments in Illinois