Makita launches multi battery radio torch   Date: 02 March 2012 12:37   Cordless site radio Runs on Makita 14.4v or 18v Lithium-ion batteries LED flashlight The super-convenient, robust and multi-purpose BMR050 radio and torch combo affords both sound and v...   Read More

Makita Celebrates 40 Years In Uk With Power Tool Market Leadership   Date: 03 February 2012 13:44   · No 1 UK professional power tool manufacturer · Over 450 tools in UK market range 2012 marks the 40th anniversary of the opening of the UK sales office of power tool manufacturer Makita. In three...   Read More

Makita Cordless Circular Saw Is Class Leader   Date: 12 January 2012 16:06   · 66mm depth of cut is best in class · Left hand motor position · Features include fine base plate adjustment The latest Makita BHS630 18v Lithium-ion circular saw, with a 165mm diameter blade, h...   Read More

Makita Lithium-Ion Cell Races To 186mph In 7 Seconds   Date: 13 December 2011 12:37   When Martin Newbury flashes across the finishing line at Santa Pod drag strip at 186mph on his Pro-Stock Suzuki, the engine is screaming round at 14,000rpm with the electronic ignition system working ...   Read More

Makita introduce three-tier power tool accessory set range   Date: 05 December 2011 12:15   · TRADE, PRO and PRO-XL Sets · 40 -120 piece sets across the range · Specific and useful multi-piece selections Makita has designed a new and comprehensive range of useful power tool accessory se...   Read More

Makita expands dust extraction vacuum range for site safety   Date: 29 November 2011 16:22   · 20 and 35 litre wet/dry models · L class approved for masonry, concrete and plaster · Powerful 1,100watt motors Makita has introduced further additions to the professional dust extractor vacuum...   Read More

Makita expands 10.8v cordless range with impact wrench and pink charity model   Date: 18 November 2011 16:01   3/8” square drive impact wrench Neat 3-piece boxed kit Pink drill supports Breast Cancer Care charity campaign Makita is expanding further the popular 10.8v cordless power tool range. A n...   Read More

Makita UK is the NMBS supplier of the year 2011   Date: 04 November 2011 11:24   Makita UK, the UK’s number 1 professional power tool manufacturer, has received the NMBS Supplier of the Year Award 2011. The award was presented by Chris Hayward, Managing Director, National Merchant...   Read More

Makita continues to refine main lithium-ion power tool range   Date: 08 September 2011 14:08   · Improved ergonomics · Reduced size and weight · High power and torque The Makita Lithium-ion cordless power tool range sets the market standards for performance, reliability and operational com...   Read More

Makita safety talks now in seven languages and supplied on a stick   Date: 07 September 2011 11:52   · 10 relevant subjects with clear graphics · Printable PDF of all graphics provided · Assessment form and trainers notes included Makita, Britain’s number 1 professional power tool manufacturer, ...   Read More

Makita launch pistol grip cordless drywall screwdrivers   Date: 15 August 2011 10:45   · 14.4v and 18v Lithium-ion models · Lightweight and compact body design · 4mm drywall screw maximum Makita has introduced 14.4v and 18v versions of their latest design pistol-grip drywall screwd...   Read More

Makita fills jigsaw range gap with new JV0600K model   Date: 09 August 2011 12:42   · 23mm stroke, up to 3,100spm · Orbital and straight cut options · New tool-less blade changing The new Makita JV0600K mains powered jigsaw adds a high-performance 650w machine to the current ran...   Read More

Makita launches breast cancer care drill   Date: 26 July 2011 12:00   Since adopting Breast Cancer Care as their charity of the year in June, Makita, the UK's leading professional power tool manufacturer, has been raising funds through events organised by their staff. ...   Read More

MAKITA 18V LI-ION cordless planer has mains machine performance   Date: 21 July 2011 12:40   · 82mm planning width, 2.0mm depth of cut · 9mm rebate depth 28,000 cuts per minute · Weighs just 3.4kg with battery Makita’s new 18v Lithium-ion cordless planer has the same performance as the 8...   Read More

Makita introduce new cross line laser   Date: 20 July 2011 10:48   Rugged laser with range of 15m Self-levelling function Minimum 11 hours operation on three AA batteries Three-mode options Makita expands its intelligent measurement equipment range wi...   Read More

High performance Makita power tools are a great match for giant Lang Sandy   Date: 10 May 2011 13:00   Talented stone sculpture Shawn Williamson, FRSA, of Maryport, Cumbria, has created a seven-tonne heritage figure commissioned by the Canonbie Village community, Scottish Borders, which was unveiled at...   Read More