What Hilti Group does

Hilti Group is a Liechtenstein-headquartered, privately held manufacturer of construction tools, fastening systems, and digital productivity solutions serving the global construction industry since 1941. The company operates in 120+ countries with 10,000+ employees, generating CHF 2,068 million in sales in the first four months of 2026 (+4.7% in local currencies). Regional distribution is led by Europe (CHF 1,097M), followed by Americas (CHF 633M), Asia-Pacific (CHF 238M), and Middle East/Africa (CHF 100M).

Hilti's product portfolio centers on the proprietary Nuron 22V cloud-connected cordless battery platform covering 120+ tools, complemented by anchor systems, construction chemicals, firestop systems, modular MEP support systems, and high-precision laser measuring devices produced by wholly-owned subsidiary Hillos GmbH in Jena. Software and digital products integrated with this hardware base include ON!Track asset management, the PROFIS Engineering design suite, and BIM Experience Center services, while B2B eProcurement integration covers 50+ enterprise platforms including SAP Ariba, Coupa, and Oracle.

Revenue is generated across multiple streams: hardware sales of power tools and consumables, subscription Fleet Management covering over 1 million tools for 100,000+ customers since 2001, repair/maintenance/calibration services, engineering/technical consulting, and transactional logistics and financial services. Go-to-market relies on a direct enterprise field-sales motion (approximately 200,000 daily direct customer contacts worldwide), the company's own e-commerce storefront, physical Hilti Stores, direct site delivery, and B2B eProcurement channels, supplemented by Hilti Venture for construction-technology startup partnerships.

Name

Hilti Group

Legal name

Hilti Corporation

Website

https://hilti.group

Company type

Private

Founded year

1941

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

5,001–10,000 employees

Short description

Hilti Group is a Liechtenstein-based, privately held manufacturer of construction tools, the Nuron 22V cordless platform, fastening systems, and digital productivity software serving professional contractors, energy/industrial firms, and engineers across 120+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Schaan

HQ country

Liechtenstein

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Power Tools and Hardware Sales: Core revenue from manufacturing and selling construction power tools, cordless tools, anchors, construction chemicals, firestop systems, modular support systems, cutting/sawing/grinding equipment. Includes the Nuron battery platform ecosystem with 120+ electric tools, batteries, and chargers.
2. Fleet Management Services: Fixed monthly fee covering entire tool fleet including maintenance and repairs. Offered since 2001, managing over 1 million tools for 100,000+ customers globally. Provides predictable cost structure for customers with no hidden costs.
3. Repair, Maintenance and Calibration Services: Device repair, cleaning, and calibration services with free pickup and delivery. Two-year free repair warranty, limited cost repairs after warranty period, and calibration certificates for precision instruments.
4. Financial Services: Payment options including direct debit, invoicing, credit card, monthly statements, and electronic invoicing. Account registration for online ordering with streamlined procurement and billing processes.
5. Logistics Services: Global delivery services with 1,100 logistics employees handling over 5 million orders annually. Same-day shipping, courier/pakage delivery worldwide, special delivery requirements, pickup services for returns, and order tracking via apps.
6. Engineering and Technical Services: On-site anchor testing services, technical consultation, BIM services, software training, product application training, and health/safety training. PROFIS Engineering Suite and technical data services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Hilti Group manufactures and sells professional power tools, fastening systems, construction chemicals, firestop, and modular support systems for the worldwide construction industry, anchored by the proprietary Nuron 22V cloud-connected cordless platform. The company complements its hardware with an integrated services ecosystem including ON!Track asset management software, PROFIS Engineering design software, BIM services, Fleet Management subscriptions, B2B eProcurement, repair/calibration, and direct site logistics. Customers range from large construction firms and industrial operators to individual contractors, served via direct field sales, online storefront, and physical Hilti Stores across 120+ countries.

Product overview

Hilti Group offers a diversified portfolio of construction products and services organized around several core pillars: power tools and the proprietary Nuron 22V cordless battery platform (covering breaking, cutting, sawing, and grinding applications), fastening systems (Anchor Systems, Construction Chemicals, Modular Support Systems), and fire protection (Firestop). The company complements its product portfolio with an extensive services ecosystem including ON!Track asset management software, PROFIS Engineering design software, Fleet Management for equipment leasing, B2B eProcurement integration with major platforms like SAP Ariba and Coupa, BIM services, logistics, and repair/calibration services. A key subsidiary, Hillos GmbH, produces high-precision laser measuring devices and total stations for digital construction workflows. The Nuron platform serves as the unified cordless ecosystem spanning over 120+ tools, while the B2B eProcurement service connects to over 50 electronic marketplaces and EDI networks.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Nuron: Cloud-connected 22-volt power tool battery platform that unifies a wide range of tools in a single ecosystem
• ON!Track
• Hilti Venture
• PROFIS Engineering

Products and services

• Nuron Cordless Battery Platform Cloud-connected 22V cordless battery platform that unifies Hilti's range of power tools in a single ecosystem, simplifying construction site operations, enhancing tool park management, and improving productivity, health, and safety.
• ON!Track Asset Management IoT-enabled asset management software providing digital tracking, maintenance scheduling, calibration reminders, and workforce certification tracking for tools, equipment, and materials on construction sites.
• PROFIS Engineering Suite Design software suite for anchor selection and engineering calculations, helping engineers design anchor connections compliant with local building codes and regulations worldwide.
• Anchor Systems Comprehensive range of mechanical and chemical anchors for securing fixtures to concrete, masonry, and other base materials in construction applications.
• Construction Chemicals Chemical fastening solutions including injection mortars and related products for construction applications requiring chemical bonding.
• Firestop Systems Fire protection systems designed to prevent the spread of fire and smoke through walls, floors, and ceilings, protecting lives and property in buildings.
• Modular Support Systems Prefabricated mounting and support systems for mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) installations, enabling efficient and flexible installation workflows.
• Fleet Management Service Subscription-based managed equipment fleet service with fixed monthly pricing covering all tools including maintenance and repairs, simplifying financial planning and equipment administration for contractors. Manages over 1 million tools for 100,000+ customers since 2001.
• B2B eProcurement Integration Electronic procurement integration services connecting Hilti product and pricing data with customer procurement systems via over 50 electronic marketplaces and EDI networks including SAP Ariba, Coupa, and Oracle.
• Hillos Laser Measuring Devices High-precision laser measuring devices and positioning systems including total stations and laser scanners, produced by wholly-owned subsidiary Hillos GmbH in Jena, Germany, serving as the digital link for transferring plans to construction sites and capturing as-built state.
• BIM Experience Center Services Building Information Modeling services and experience center helping customers integrate Hilti products and digital tools into BIM-based construction workflows.
• Repair, Maintenance and Calibration Services Device repair, cleaning, and calibration services with free pickup and delivery, a two-year free repair warranty, limited-cost repairs after warranty, lifetime manufacturer warranty on production defects, and calibration certificates for precision instruments.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 25% greater efficiency on-site through faster charging and higher power output
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature6 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core, historical and strategic.

• TrimblecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 19 June 2026Strategic partnership for the Hilti×Trimble SLAM Challenge 2026 at ICRA 2026 in Vienna. Joint challenge focused on visual-inertial SLAM systems for complex construction environments. KAIST team won first place among over 60 teams in this challenge.
• Delhi Technological University (DTU)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 April 2026Hilti India collaboration with DTU establishing an industry-supported laboratory for fastening technology. Operates under Hilti's 'Educate to Elevate' initiative with three-stage learning: theoretical foundations, design/analysis using specialized software, and hands-on demonstrations with Hilti tools. Aims to bridge academia and industry while preparing students for construction careers.
• Jenoptik Optical Systems GmbH (Historical)historicalTechnology or Integration · 1 January 2023Hillos GmbH was founded in 2003 as a joint venture between Hilti and Jenoptik Optical Systems GmbH for production of high-precision laser measuring devices. Since 2023, Hillos has been wholly owned by Hilti Group.
• Hilti Venture StartupsstrategicStrategic or Co-development PartnerHilti Venture builds strategic partnerships with construction technology startups, with offices in San Francisco, Boston, Liechtenstein, and Tel Aviv. Focus on construction technology innovation and ecosystem development.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Würth Group: Family-owned German fastener and tools distributor serving trades and contractors globally with a direct-sales model, fleet-style services, and fastening systems closely overlapping Hilti's core offerings and GTM motion.
• Festool (TTS Tooltechnic Systems): German premium power tool specialist serving carpenters, woodworkers, and painters with high-end cordless and dust-extraction systems; overlaps Hilti in premium positioning and trades-focused direct sales.
• Makita Corporation: Japanese manufacturer of professional cordless and corded power tools with a broad LXT cordless platform directly comparable to Hilti's Nuron in target customers (trades, contractors) and channel mix.
• Techtronic Industries (Milwaukee Tool, Ryobi): Hong Kong-listed power tools company owning Milwaukee Tool, a premium professional brand competing head-to-head with Hilti in heavy-duty cordless tools, and Ryobi for the DIY/PRO consumer segment.
• Metabo (Koki Holdings): German professional power tools brand (owned by Koki Holdings of Japan) competing with Hilti in metalworking, construction, and industrial cordless applications across Europe and globally.
• Bosch Power Tools (Robert Bosch): Global professional power tools business of the Bosch Group, offering competing cordless platforms, accessories, and measuring tools targeting the same construction professional and contractor segments as Hilti.
• Stanley Black & Decker: U.S. tool major with the DeWalt, Stanley, and Craftsman brands competing across professional cordless power tools, fasteners, and accessories used on the same construction jobsites as Hilti's products.

Broad incumbents

• Leica Geosystems (Hexagon AB): Hexagon-owned measurement and laser scanning business competing with Hilti's Hillos GmbH subsidiary in total stations, laser scanners, and digital layout tools used on construction sites.
• Atlas Copco: Swedish industrial group with construction, mining, and assembly solutions including power tools and compressors—overlaps Hilti in industrial fastening and construction equipment but serves a wider industrial customer base.
• Snap-on Incorporated: U.S. tool and diagnostic equipment franchise serving automotive, industrial, and aerospace professionals; broader portfolio than Hilti but overlapping in high-end professional hand tools and tool management.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/hilti.lk
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/hilti-sri-lanka
• Xx.com/Hiltigroup

Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles4 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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