Metabo, the renowned German power tool manufacturer, is marking its 100th Anniversary. Since its founding in 1924, the company has grown from a modest family business into a global leader in the power tool industry, known for its “high-quality, user-focused products.”
The company’s journey actually began in Nürtingen in 1923 when Albrecht Schnizler invented the first metal drill, the “Metallbohrdreher.” This invention laid the foundation for Schnizler G.m.b.H., established on 19 February 1924, which would later become METABOWERK. And from the outset, Metabo says its name has been “synonymous with professional quality and innovative spirit,” a tradition that continues to this day.
Over the past century, Metabo has evolved from a mid-sized family business into an integral part of the international Koki Holdings Group. This partnership is said to combine the strengths of Japanese and German engineering, enhancing the company’s competitive edge through collaborative development, procurement, production, and marketing efforts.
Today, Metabo’s Nürtingen headquarters (pictured below) plays a pivotal role, housing the group-wide management for Research and Development and global purchasing. Additionally, Nürtingen is home to the manufacturing of Metabo’s power tools, including its iconic angle grinders and related products.
The anniversary motto, “Building our world. Together.” is intended to underscore the brand’s focus on customer relationships. Such a customer-centric approach is said to be “deeply embedded in Metabo’s DNA,” driving the development of tools that “not only meet but exceed user expectations with smart solutions and technological advancements.”
As CEO Peter Vullinghs emphasises, “A spirit of innovation is something you have to live out every day.”
The firm states that this philosophy is evident in pioneering products such as the CAS (Cordless Alliance System), reputedly the world’s first cross-manufacturer battery pack system. CAS offers users the convenience of a single battery powering over 400 tools from approximately 40 different manufacturers, embodying “Metabo’s values of cooperation, technological accessibility, and sustainability.”
In its centennial year, the supplier is highlighting product categories that have been central to its success. For example, the angle grinder is a cornerstone of Metabo’s product line, and exemplifies the company’s innovation in cordless technology. Tools like the WPB 36-18 LTX BL 24-230 Quick angle grinder, which delivers the power of a 2,400-watt plug-in tool using two 18-volt batteries, are further said to showcase its leadership in “making the vision of a cordless construction site a reality.”
With a robust pipeline of new and enhanced tools designed to meet the evolving demands of professionals, the company remains committed to pushing the boundaries of power tool technology.
Reflecting on the milestone, Simon Miller, Managing Director of Metabo UK, said: “Celebrating 100 years is a remarkable achievement and a testament to our dedication to quality and innovation. Our ongoing mission is to provide tools that empower professionals to perform at their best, day in and day out.”
Throughout the anniversary year, Metabo is hosting a series of campaigns to celebrate its history and future aspirations with initiatives designed to shine a spotlight on the innovative products and technologies that have defined its legacy and will continue to shape its future.
For more information on Metabo’s centenary celebrations, product promotions and to explore the company’s history of innovation, visit www.metabo.com/100years.
