Metabo celebrates 100 years of innovation
Posted by: electime 19th August 2024
This year Metabo, the renowned German power tool manufacturer, marks its 100th Anniversary. Since its founding in 1924, Metabo has grown from a modest family business into a global leader in the power tool industry, renowned for its high-quality, user-focused products.
The company’s journey 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. From the outset, Metabo 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 combines 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 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 their iconic angle grinders and related products.
The anniversary motto, “Building our world. Together.” underscores Metabo’s focus on customer relationships. This customer-centric approach is 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.
Peter Vullinghs, CEO of Metabo, emphasises, “A spirit of innovation is something you have to live out every day.” This philosophy is evident in Metabo’s pioneering products, such as the CAS (Cordless Alliance System), the world’s first cross-manufacturer battery pack system. CAS offers users the convenience of a single battery powering over 400
