Makita was founded in 1915 when Masaburo Makita established a company to manufacture electric motors and generators. Makita introduces its first power tools in 1958. Today, more than 50 years later, Makita is one of the world's leading manufacturers of professional hand tools, with nine manufacturing plants around the world. Through mergers with Sachs-Dolmar, Fuji Robin and Kanematsu, Makita has significantly expanded its product range and currently offers nearly 400 types of professional power, cordless, petrol and air tools. Despite this tremendous expansion, Makita remains focused on the same goal - making premium hand tools that make work easier for people around the world. As a result, Makita tools have earned a reputation for excellence. All Makita manufacturing facilities are ISO9002 certified.