Fiskars Brands Inc

Fiskars is one of the oldest companies in the world. It began as an ironworks in the small village of Fiskars, Finland in 1649. Over the centuries, Fiskars manufactured a variety of consumer and industrial products, including steam engines, plows and cutlery. Today, Fiskars is best known for its consumer products, such as scissors, knives and garden tools. Its products are organized in four divisions that include craft, garden, houseware and outdoor recreation. The company employs more than 4,300 people around the world. It designs the handles of the scissors to give kids the most comfort and control with every cut. Fiskars additionally provides scrap booking supplies, embossing tools, paper trimmers, punches and stencils. It maintains a location in Wausau, Wis.