Who We Are

1940s

In 1941, brothers Eugen and Martin Hilti establish ‘Maschinenbau Hilti OHG’ as a five-man mechanical workshop in Schaan, in the Principality of Liechtenstein.

1950s

In ’57, we developed the first powder-actuated tool, the DX 100 Piston Drive Fastener.

1960s

We set up our R&D Technical Center in Schaan in the '60s and developed the first electro-pneumatic hammer drill (TE 17) and mechanical anchor systems. The direct sales and marketing model, which is still unique, enabled us to expand in over 30 countries. 

1970s

In the ‘70s, we built up our production facilities outside Liechtenstein. Austria and Germany were the first two locations, with eight more to follow in the following decades. 

1980s

We entered the diamond drilling, screw fastening, and construction chemicals markets in the ‘80s and established an additional development center in Germany. 

1990s

We continued to lead construction innovation by launching laser positioning systems, which have become ubiquitous on building sites worldwide since the 90s.  

2000s

The ’00s marked the start of our pledge to support culture and sustainability. Egypt’s Sunken Treasures were excavated and exhibited for millions of visitors worldwide, with the support of the Hilti Foundation. We received the Carl Bertelsmann Prize for our company culture. We committed to the UN Global Compact principles. 

2015

We opened a new and modern innovation center. 

2016

We started modernizing our headquarters. By 2023 the Hilti campus will include two restaurants and a park, besides state-of-the-art research and office facilities.

2019

We opened the BIM Experience Center in Rotterdam to showcase how our digital solutions enhance construction projects worldwide, benefiting contractors, suppliers, construction workers and the people using the buildings.

2020

We launched two human augmentation solutions – the Jaibot and the EXO-O1 - to enhance construction workers’ health protection and safety worldwide. The global authority on workplace culture, Great Place to Work®, recognized Hilti as one of the world’s best employers.  

2021

• Over the decades, the Hilti Group's success has been strongly connected with our long-term succession planning. Over the next two years,  Hilti will undergo a significant ‘Generation Change’ synchronized with Hilti's corporate strategy review.
• In 2021, Hilti acquired Fieldwire, a leading digital jobsite management platform for construction. This is a step towards our vision of becoming the leading digitalization partner for our customers.

2022

• Hilti has launched ‘Nuron,’ a new cordless platform that radically simplifies work on construction sites, enhances tool park management, and drives performance to higher levels while improving operator health protection. Nuron is based on a single battery system that covers all relevant applications from light- to heavy-duty.
• The Hilti Group commits to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) in line with the goals of the Paris Agreement. Reducing CO₂emissions along the entire value chain is a core element.

2023

• Hilti introduces the new Lead 2030 corporate strategy. The new purpose is Making Construction Better. Hilti wants to be the customers’ best partner for productivity, safety and sustainability and deliver better applications, better projects, better processes, and better experiences.
• Hilti acquires the Dutch 4PS Group. 4PS specializes in providing business process management software for the construction industry. 
• At the end of 2023, the Hilti Group has reached CO₂neutrality in its own operations as planned. This achievement marks the first milestone on the company’s journey towards net zero by 2050.