Tools and machinery include hand-held tools, power tools, construction machinery, protective equipment, and more. The tools and machinery industry caters to a wide array of businesses. At the same time, one can find essential tools and machinery in every household. Lack of awareness amongst buyers and a poor economy have fueled the counterfeit market for tools and machinery. Well -known global brands like Makita, Bosch, Hilti, and more have reinforced their anti-counterfeit attacks. Although the number of arrests, seize, and raids have increased, companies need public support to intercept and stop the grey market.
Brands like Makita have come up with a few pertinent questions that a buyer needs to ask himself or herself before making a purchase. These are some apparent giveaways that will help a buyer spots a fake tool or machinery.
- Why is a genuine professional tool being sold at a suspiciously low price?
- Why does the purchase not come with a warranty?
- Where is my receipt for the purchase?
- Why is there no user manual?
- Why is a branded tool or machinery being sold clandestinely in an unauthorized vehicle?