Makita Power Planer

Makita is a globally recognized brand in the power tool industry, founded in 1915 in Anjō, Japan. Originally started as an electric motor sales and repair company, it evolved into a world leader in high-quality professional tools. The product shown is a power planer, a desktop or handheld tool used for smoothing or reducing the thickness of wooden surfaces.

Today, Makita Corporation remains an independent Japanese company and is the ultimate owner of the brand. While headquartered in Japan, the manufacturing process is distributed across several countries to serve the global market efficiently. Production facilities are located in Japan, China, the United Kingdom, Brazil, Germany, Romania, Thailand, and the United States. This strategic manufacturing network ensures that professional contractors and DIY enthusiasts worldwide have access to their range of cordless and corded industrial equipment.