Formally known as Hitachi, established since 1910, Hikoki has delivered over a century of product innovation since the company developed its very first product - a compact electric motor. As a global leader in brushless motor and lithium-ion battery development, Hikoki revolutionised the cordless tool platform that tradesmen today have come to rely on day in, day out. The change in brand name is part of a strategy to grow the company worldwide, by delivering significantly more innovation and a wider range of products. Only a change in name, the tools themselves won't change and all spare parts will still be available. The ‘Hi’ in the HiKOKI brand name refers to their ‘highly innovative technologies’ and embodies their commitment to high reliability.