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Originating from Nürtingen, Germany, Metabo is a well-established brand in the power tools industry. Founded in 1924, the company initially produced electric hand drills and grinders.

Metabo has carved out a niche as a manufacturer of robust power tools built for sustained professional use. The company offers a wide range of power tools, including grinders, drills, saws, rotary hammers, thread cutters, planers, and dust extractors. Metabo designs its tools with replaceable parts to ensure longevity and reliability.

The company’s products are primarily designed for the metalworking sector, such as metal fabrication and automotive repair, as well as the construction industry. Their dedication to these sectors is evident in the robustness and efficiency of their tools.

Metabo became a subsidiary of Hitachi Koki, now known as Koki Holdings, in 2015. Despite the acquisition, Metabo has retained its independent brand status and maintained a distinct market presence. The company also owns the Swiss tools brand Flex, which it has carried since 1994 and that features a variety of pneumatic tools.

Innovation has been central to Metabo’s journey. Notably, the company introduced the world’s first electric handheld circular saw in 1924 and the angle grinder in 1969, solidifying its reputation as a pioneer in the power tools industry.

The professional power tools market is highly competitive, with Metabo’s major rivals including Bosch, Makita, Milwaukee, and DeWalt. Despite this, Metabo has maintained a global presence, with retail outlets in more than 90 countries and its manufacturing facilities rooted in Germany.

The company’s involvement in sports sponsorship, particularly its support for Formula One driver Sebastian Vettel since 2011, further underscores Metabo’s commitment to high-performance standards in its products and the initiatives it supports.