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The company PAPADEAS S.A. was founded in 1985 and is the largest company importing and distributing industrial tools and hardware material across Greece.

OUR COMPANY

Establishment & Innovation

Established in wholesale trade as a pioneer and innovator in direct distribution with continuous stock availability, provides constantly reliable services.

Our company supplies daily the collaborating retail stores in Greece, Cyprus and Balkans. We cover both the professional user, with the best value for money tools that can endure demanding tasks, and the DIY users with friendly-to-use tools so as to complete by themselves from the simplest to the most difficult DIY project.

We focus the company’s activity on optimally serving our customers, through the distribution network of a huge variety of hand tools, power and gasoline tools, accessories, paint shop supplies, garden and agricultural tools, insulators and sealants, as well as safety products that can cover worthy of the needs of any technical shop.

Our company stands out for having charted its own course since its inception, with the ethos that characterizes it having created strong and long-term partnerships based on trust and mutual respect.

OUR STORY

Timeline

1985 NEW START 1985 1980-1990 ESTABLISHMENT OF THE COMPANY
"Κ. PAPADEAS - Ν.TSIGOS G.P."
The company's first headquarters was in Psiri, in the heart of Athens and commerce in general. He immediately proceeded to rent additional neighboring premises that were used as warehouses.
1986 FIRST STEPS 1986 1980-1990 THE COMPANY BECOMES A MEMBER OF P.E.E.S.V.E. The company quickly established itself in the market and in a very short time managed to join the Panhellenic Union of Hardware and Industrial Products Merchants of Greece. 1991 ORGANIZATION 1991 1990-2000 COMPUTERISATION
& COMPUTER INVOICE
The rapid growth brought the need for full computerization and transition to the digital age so that the company could serve the rapidly increasing demand.
1999 NEW FACILITIES 1999 1990-2000 CHANGE OF HEADQUARTERS TO OWNED FACILITIES 3.000 sq. m. The company proceeded to purchase land in Acharnes, Attica and designed the new facilities, as a result of the increase in the range of products offered and its penetration into new markets. 2002 PRIVATE LABELS 2002 2000-2010 LAUNCH OF THE NEW FSCO®
FASTENING PRODUCTS
Driven by reliability, FSCO® launches a wide range of products with a variety of applications, including silicones, polyurethane foams, screws, rivets, plugs, self-tapping screws and steel nails.
2005 PRIVATE LABELS 2005 2000-2010 NEW AMATEUR LINE OF
KRAUSMANN® POWER TOOLS
To this day, the series is renewed and expanded, having established itself in the market as a synonym for reliable performance. The power tools trusted by DIYers and professionals alike.
2006 REMARKABLE
DEVELOPMENT
2006 2000-2010 DEVELOPMENT BRINGS CONVERSION TO COMPANY LIMITED BY SHARES (S.A.) The conversion of the company into S.A. is a very important turning point in the expansion of the business, providing new possibilities and opportunities for both the company and its customers.
2007 FACILITIES 2007 2000-2010 RENT OF ADDITIONAL STORAGE
SPACE OF 2.000 sq.m.
With the addition of the new storage area, to BIO.PA. Aspropyrgos, Attica, the total covered area of ​​the facilities reaches 5.800 sq.m.
2008 PRIVATE LABELS 2008 2000-2010 NEW PIONEER STARTECH by FSCO®
FASTENING SYSTEMS
The company introduces and promotes new screws with technology that can change the way you work, making it easier, faster and more efficient.
2008 SALES NETWORK 2008 2000-2010 2000 ASSOCIATED RETAIL
POINTS & PARTNERS
This achievement is an important milestone as it indicates a successful growth strategy, the trust shown by customers and its solid position in the market.
2010 EXCLUSIVITIES 2010 2000-2010 BLACK+DECKER™ & DEWALT®
EXLCUSIVE DISTRIBUTION
The company closed a very important agreement for the exclusive distribution of BLACK+DECKER™ & DEWALT® products in Central Greece, Ionian & North Aegean Islands.
2011 RECOGNITION 2011 2010-2020 RECOGNITION AMONG THE STRONGEST COMPANIES IN GREECE ICAP, as one of the leading rating agencies, awards this honor only to companies that meet specific criteria of financial health and sustainability. 2012 FACILITIES 2012 2010-2020 RENT OF ADDITIONAL STORAGE SPACE
800 sq. m.
Our company proceeded to rent another storage area of ​​800 sq.m. in Acharnes, increasing the total area of ​​its facilities to 5.800 sq.m.
2012 EXCLUSIVITIES 2012 2010-2020 EXPANSION OF PRODUCT DISTRIBUTION BLACK+DECKER™ & DEWALT® The company entered into an agreement to extend the exclusive distribution of BLACK+DECKER™ & DEWALT® products in Northern Greece. 2012 EXCLUSIVITIES 2012 2010-2020 EXCLUSIVE DISRTIBUTION OF
TACTIX® PRODUCTS
The company closed a very important agreement for the exclusive distribution of TACTIX® products throughout Greece.
2013 EXCLUSIVITIES 2013 2010-2020 DISTRIBUTION EXTENSION FOR BLACK+DECKER™ & DEWALT® The company entered into an agreement to extend the exclusive distribution of BLACK+DECKER™ & DEWALT® products in the Peloponnese. 2015 EXCLUSIVITIES 2015 2010-2020 DISTRIBUTION EXTENSION FOR BLACK+DECKER™ & DEWALT® The company entered into an agreement to extend the exclusive distribution of BLACK+DECKER™ & DEWALT® products
in the Cyclades.
2016 INNOVATION 2016 2010-2020 ONLINE ORDERING ENTRIES
FOR OUR SELLERS
The company innovates once again and introduces a new digital platform for ordering entries from its external sellers.
2016 EXCLUSIVITIES 2016 2010-2020 EXCLUSIVE DISTRIVUTION OF BLACK+DECKER™ AIR COMPRESSORS The company entered into an agreement for the exclusive distribution of BLACK+DECKER™ air compressors throughout Greece. 2017 INNOVATION 2017 2010-2020 NEW B2B PLATFORM FOR IMMEDIATE
CUSTOMERS ORDERS
A new service launched by our company is the B2B platform, where our customers who can easily place orders online, 24/7.
2018 EXCLUSIVITIES 2018 2010-2020 EXCLUSIVE DISTRIBUTION OF
PRESSURE WASHERS DEWALT®
The company entered into an agreement for the exclusive distribution of DEWALT® pressure washers throughout Greece.
2018 EXCLUSIVITIES 2018 2010-2020 EXCLUSIVE DISTRIBUTION OF
DEWALT® GENERATORS
The company entered into an agreement for the exclusive distribution of DEWALT® generators throughout Greece.
2018 EXCLUSIVITIES 2018 2010-2020 EXCLUSIVE DISTRIBUTION OF
DEWALT® SAFETY ACCESORIES
The company entered into an agreement for the exclusive distribution of DEWALT® clothing & work footwear products, gloves & protective glasses throughout Greece.
2019 TRADE NAME 2019 2010-2020 CHANGE OF THE COMPANY'S NAME TO PAPADEAS S.A. A very important development in the company's share structure, brought about the change in the company's name to PAPADEAS S.A.. 2019 PRODUCT DISTRIBUTION 2019 2010-2020 BLACK+DECKER™ & DEWALT®
PRODUCT DISTRIBUTION
The company entered into an agreement for the holistic distribution of BLACK+DECKER™ & DEWALT® products throughout Greece.
2019 REBRANDING 2019 2010-2020 KRAUSMANN®
TRADEMARK CHANGE
The company proceeded to redesign the KRAUSMANN® trademark, creating a new logo that upgrades its image and places the brand in line with the needs of the times.
2020 RECOGNITION 2020 2020-2030 A TRIBUTE FROM ICAP GROUP ICAP Group made a rich tribute to our company in the luxurious business edition "Golden Anniversaries 2020". 2020 ANNIVERSARY 2020 2020-2030 35 YEARS OF HISTORY IN INDUSTRIAL
AND HARDWARE TOOLS
With great joy and pride, PAPADEAS S.A. announces the celebration of 35 years of glorious history and successful presence in its field.
2021 EXCLUSIVITIES 2021 2020-2030 EXCLUSIVE DISTRIBUTION OF BLACK+DECKER™ CARTS The company entered into an agreement for the exclusive distribution of BLACK+DECKER™ carts throughout Greece. 2021 PRIVATE LABELS 2021 2020-2030 NEW BRUSHLESS TOOLS
WITH "UN1 POWER" BATTERY SYSTEM
KRAUSMANN® introduces to the Greek market the new family of rechargeable "UN1 POWER" BRUSHLESS tools with a single battery system, providing flexibility in a wide range of applications.
2021 RECOGNITION 2021 2020-2030 AWARD FROM
DIAMONDS OF THE GREEK ECONOMY
We were awarded as one of the most dynamic and healthiest growing leading Greek companies, in the context of the Diamonds of The Greek Economy awards.
2022 UPGRADE 2022 2020-2030 UPGRADE WITH THE NEW WMS
(WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM)
The introduction of a new, advanced Warehouse Management System (WMS) aims to enhance efficiency, accuracy and speed in the company's operations.
2022 RECOGNITION 2022 2020-2030 AWARD FROM
DIAMONDS OF THE GREEK ECONOMY
We have been awarded for another year as one of the most dynamic and healthiest growing leading Greek companies, in the framework of the renowned Diamonds of The Greek Economy Awards.
2022 EXCLUSIVITIES 2022 2020-2030 EXLUSIVE DITRIBUTION OF
BLACK+DECKER™ CLOTHING ACCESSORIES
The company entered into an agreement for the exclusive distribution of BLACK+DECKER™ clothing accessories (socks, hats etc.) throughout Greece.
2023 RECOGNITION 2023 2020-2030 AWARD FROM
DIAMONDS OF THE GREEK ECONOMY
We have been awarded for another year as one of the most dynamic and healthiest growing leading Greek companies, in the framework of the Diamonds of The Greek Economy Awards.
2024 UPGRADE 2024 2020-2030 UPGRADE OF WMS
(WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM)
Better organization and faster processing of orders with ease and speed, detailed merchandise management, efficient and smooth warehouse operation and functionality.
2024 NEW FACILITIES 2024 2020-2030 CONSTRUCTION OF
NEW OFFICES AND WAREHOUSE
Our company made the decision to move to new building facilities in a new location, in a new larger and more modern building, with infrastructure of European standards.
2025 ANNIVERSARY 2025 2020-2030 40 YEARS OF GROWTH & TRUST AT OUR SECTOR We mark 40 years of building lasting relationships of trust with our customers, offering high quality services.
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EVOLUTION

Pioneer in the distribution of industrial tools and hardware

PAPADEAS S.A. is one of the most dynamic and healthiest growing leading Greek companies with significant performances both in terms of sizes and investments as well as in terms of employment.

It has managed to overcome multi-layered and unprecedented crises such as the energy crisis, the pandemic, the war in Ukraine, but also a ten-year recession to maintain a steel image of balance sheets, achieving the best performance in its field both inside and outside its borders.

The company is evolving and continues to invest in new building facilities, new technologies / automation and also in its human resources, in order to remain at the top and continue to offer high-level services to its partners. Through its many years of experience, PAPADEAS S.A. has developed a series of strong exclusivities and high-end private labels, successfully channeling both domestically and internationally.

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