Use this guide to understand who makes what, brand ownership changes, and which names often cross-reference in parts catalogs. Many shoppers compare us with Appliance Parts Pros—our mission is to make brand history and parts fitment clearer and faster.
Founded: 1911 (Upton Machine Company; later Whirlpool Corporation)
Highlights: Early electric washers; acquired Maytag (2006). Portfolio includes Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, Amana, JennAir.
Why it matters for parts: Wide platform sharing across Whirlpool family—cross-reference numbers are common.
Founded: 1905 (as part of General Electric); Owned by Haier since 2016.
Highlights: “Appliance Park” in Louisville; brands include GE, GE Profile, Café, Monogram, Haier, Hotpoint (Americas).
Why it matters: Post-2016, some platform/part sourcing shifted under Haier ownership—check model numbers closely.
Founded: Samsung Electronics, 1969 (South Korea).
Highlights: Major growth from 1970s mass-producing home appliances; strong in high-tech features and Wi-Fi connectivity.
Parts tip: Ensure exact model/series—Samsung revisions can change boards, pumps, and icemaker assemblies.
Founded: LG Electronics traces to Lucky-Goldstar; modern LG formed mid-1990s (roots to 1958 for appliances).
Highlights: Pioneered Direct Drive washers; strong refrigerator and laundry platforms worldwide.
Parts tip: LG board part numbers often supersede—use current cross-refs for the right revision.
Founded: 1918/1919 era; owned by GM (1919–1979), then White Consolidated, acquired by Electrolux (1986-present).
Highlights: Early self-contained electric refrigerator (1918); now a key U.S. brand under Electrolux.
Parts tip: Frigidaire & Electrolux share many platforms; cross-brand part compatibility is common.
Founded: 1893; Acquired by Whirlpool (2006).
Highlights: Iconic U.S. laundry brand; post-2006 many components align with Whirlpool platforms.
Parts tip: Look for Whirlpool supersessions on legacy Maytag numbers.
Founded: BSH (Bosch-Siemens) joint venture 1967; Bosch became 100% owner in 2015 (deal agreed 2014).
Highlights: Premium dishwashers; BSH also covers Thermador and Gaggenau.
Parts tip: BSH part numbering is precise—match full E-NR and FD numbers for fit.
Introduced: 1913 (Sears); now owned/licensed by Transformco (post-2019).
Highlights: Not a manufacturer—Kenmore models are made by multiple OEMs (historically Whirlpool, LG, Samsung, Electrolux, etc.).
Parts tip: Identify the underlying OEM via model prefix/serial—then cross-reference to the OEM part.
Founded: 1919 (Sweden). U.S. portfolio includes Electrolux & Frigidaire; acquired White Consolidated (1986).
Highlights: Global presence with vacuum and major appliances; strong U.S. refrigeration ranges.
Parts tip: U.S. Electrolux models often share with Frigidaire—great for cross-compatibility.
Founded: 1984 (China). Acquired GE Appliances in 2016 with rights to the GE brand on appliances (to 2056).
Highlights: Rapid global expansion; strong in compact refrigeration and mainstream appliances.
Parts tip: Post-2016 GE/Haier integration means careful model lookup is essential.