PORTER-CABLE and DELTA began early in the 20th Century (1906 and 1919 respectively) and were direct results of fulfilling the American Dream. For both companies, the principals had one goal in mind: to provide quality tools and products that made the work of journeymen and professional craftsmen easier. Their tools were of the highest quality and reliability. It was not uncommon for a single power tool to cost a month’s wages. The added production and efficiency afforded by the innovative offerings made this a relatively easy sale. Tasks that once took weeks or months were now reduced to hours or days.