Hitachi Ltd. is a Japanese company based in Chiyoda, Tokyo, Japan, and is one the biggest multinational corporations in the world, ranked 375th in Forbes Global 2000, 2007 issue. It was founded in 1910 which specialized in electrical repairs. It is the oldest member of the Hitachi Group of companies with three factories in Kaigan, Yamate, and Rinkai Works. The oldest of the three, Yamate Works was founded in 1910 by Namihei Odaira as an electrical equipment repair and manufacturing facility. This was named Hitachi, and is acknowledged as the ancestral base of Hitachi Ltd.

Hitachi at present is divided into seven segments with operations in Information and Telecommunication Systems, Electronic Devices, Power & Industrial Systems, Digital Media & Consumer Products, High Functional Materials & Components, Logistics, Services & Others, Financial Services.

In 1994, Hitachi Power Tools U.S.A. was renamed Hitachi Koki U.S.A. to mark the addition of manufacturing to the United States. It carries a substantial and broader product line up of professional quality tools and accessories for home construction, commercial construction, tradesmen and DIY enthusiasts.

It has almost 4,000 retail locations, for both independent and home centers, and supports over 1,000 authorized service centers. Most Hitachi tools are designed and offered exclusively for North America users, with dozens of new models in development to ready for the 21st century market needs, while continuing to offer a high level of professional power tools for its loyal customers.

Some power tools offered in its impressive power tool categories are: band saws, circular saws, reciprocating saws, compressors, cordless drills, cut-off saws, demolition hammers, drill presses, electric drills, generators, grinders, hammer drills, impact drivers, impact wrenches, jig saws, misc tools, miter saws, nailers, planers, rotary hammers, sanders/polishers, routers, screwdrivers, scroll saws, shears/nibblers, staplers, table saws, and vacuums.

Hitachi power tools are one of the most durable tools found in the market. A testament to this glaring truth is seen from tools being brought in for servicing that were manufactured 20 years ago. Hitachi power tools offer longevity and lifespan – end results of an undeterred dedication and determination to produce tools that are incorporated with the latest technological advances of the industry today.

Technology is the common driving force behind the Hitachi brand name, and it is what separates it from the rest of the industry’s top players. Its products are superior in design and durability in every known aspect. Since its inception, it has pioneered new technologies that have helped improved the quality of lives of people all over the world. This knowledge will be applied to all its various products, benefiting not only Hitachi and all its affiliates spread across the globe, but also all of mankind in general.