
On October 30th, Makita Corporation also released a statement that it would cease production of gas engine products at the entire group level on March 31, 2022, stating: This allowed for both outdoor power equipment and heavier-duty tools that could benefit from higher-voltage battery packs. The industry saw the launch of the Makita XGT 40V Max tool platform in 2020. They have specific divisions to address construction and building, cleaning, and landscaping and gardening (OPE). Makita produces tools across a wide range of industries. Currently, about 90% of Makita’s manufacturing work (in terms of production volume) is carried out overseas. The company manufactures products at 10 plants operating in 8 countries, including Japan, China, Romania, the U.K., Brazil, Germany, the United States, and Thailand (its most recent plant in 2018). Today, as a global brand, Makita operates in nearly 50 countries with sales in over 170 countries.

The company began by selling and repairing lighting equipment, motors, and transformers. Over 100 years ago, Mosaburo Makita founded Makita Electric Works in 1915 in Nagoya, Aichi, Japan. As always, we have our work cut out for us! Looking for some Makita vs Milwaukee Head-to-Head Action? Check out these videos!Ĭompany Histories of Milwaukee Electric Tool Co and Makita Makita Company History However, this article may expand what you know (or think you know) about these two giant power tool companies.
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