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A pioneer in the carpet-cleaning industry, BISSELL produces a full line of vacuum cleaners, floor sweepers, steam cleaners, and cleaning chemicals for the home. Models include the PowerSteamer, Little Green, and Spot Lifter machines. The company sells its products (mostly to mass merchandisers) worldwide under the BISSELL brand name. Founded in 1876 by Melville and Anna Bissell, it is still owned and operated by the Bissell family. BISSELL also makes rehabilitation, therapeutic, and patient-assistance products through its Bissell Healthcare unit; it makes state, world, and specialty flags and related hardware through Bissell Outdoor Products. In 2000 BISSELL sold its graphics units (imaging, check-reading).
COMPETITION |
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FINANCIAL OVERVIEW |
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Fiscal Year-End: December
1999 Sales (mil.): 500.00
1-Yr. Sales Growth: 11.1%
Employees: 2,500
Revenue per employee: $200,000.00
KEY PEOPLE |
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Mark J. Bissell
CEO
Daniel T. Caldon
CFO
CONTACT INFO |
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2345 Walker Rd. NW
Grand Rapids, MI 49544
US
Phone: 616-453-4451
Fax: 616-453-5203
Online: Web Site
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