What we do
We’re changing the way work gets done on every jobsite
Our Mission
WORKING SIDE-BY-SIDE WITH REAL USERS
We get out onto the jobsite to stand toe-to-toe with our users and understand their challenges. By revealing their unmet needs, we set out to completely rethink solutions and deliver game-changing innovation the industry has never seen before.OUR UNIQUE METHOD
Industrial design, engineering, rapid prototyping, testing, and often manufacturing are done in-house, allowing us to effectively try out new ideas with speed and agility.OUR SPEED TO MARKET
Our complete in-house capabilities and a relentless dedication to speed-to-market allows us to quickly get our solutions into the hands of our users.OUR STORY
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1924
Founded by A.H. Peterson, who created the first one-handed, portable drill for Ford Motor Company.
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2005
Invented the technology that enabled the use of lithium-ion batteries in power tools.
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2007
Designed and launched our first cordless systems – M18™ and M12™ lithium-ion tools. They continue to lead the industry.
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2010
Launched the Hand Tools business unit to redesign tools that have been around for decades with breakthrough features that set the industry standard.
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2012
Introduction of M18 FUEL™, which has the highest-powered brushless motors and full-circle communication between tool, battery, and charger.
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2015
Launched ONE-KEY™, a digital tool and equipment platform that helps jobs run smoother through inventory management, tool tracking and security, and tool control capabilities.
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2020
Introduced MX FUEL™, the world’s first system of cordless equipment that helps combat emissions, noise, vibration, and the frustration of gas maintenance on jobsites.
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2021
Leveraging our leadership in cordless power technology to create cordless, electric outdoor power equipment that’s as powerful as gas
Our Culture
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Our Community Impact