ABOUT US

OUR VISION

Makita has always had the vision that society and global communities should be able to develop for themselves, and future generations. By providing the tools, Makita is ensuring that anything is possible.

We can be certain of this by the initiatives that guide our business every step of the way. From our regard for the environment, evolving safety measures and innovations in design and manufacturing, we're sure that not only are we contributing to a better today, but investing in a better future. 

INNOVATION

Key to Makita's vision is the constant strive for innovation in our technology and our products. From our safety solutions like AVT and dust extraction, through to our Lithium-Ion battery and chargers technology, Makita is at the forefront for new ideas.

This is all down to our dedicated research and development centre in Japan, where engineers work hard to constantly improve our products in all aspects, from power consumption through to ergonomic design and function.

MANUFACTURING

Makita manufactures its tools in plants across the globe, from its headquarters in Japan to here, in the UK. Our Telford manufacturing plant is the only full-production facility for power tools in the UK and has been successfully running construction on many of our top line cordless power tools since 1991.

Makita's acquisition of Dolmar in 1991 has also meant that we have one of the strongest histories in the Outdoor Power Equipment market and the plant in Germany constantly delivers tools worldwide to the highest quality.

At the heart of our manufacturing process is the belief that for a good tool you need a good motor, and Makita makes every effort to make sure our motors are of the best quality. We source the absolute best raw materials and components in order to build the most powerful and efficient motors we can imagine.

Premium grade steel is used to produce armature shafts and gears, and only steel of the highest grade is used, whilst high grade magnetic copper wire goes into each and every one of our tools to ensure superior current flow whilst withstanding extreme temperatures.

Our quality control tests each, and every, machine that leaves our manufacturing plants. Nothing is left untested; on the motor alone we perform 19 extensive tests!

Our high standards go a long way, which is probably why when you buy Makita, it's likely to be a lasting relationship.

QUALITY AND EXCELLENCE

ISO-9001 quality management system assists Makita (UK) Ltd in continually monitoring and managing the high quality ethos across all operations. As the world’s most widely recognized quality management standard, it confirms the ways to achieve, as well as benchmark, consistent performance and service that Makita (UK) Ltd continue to pursue.

For more information please visit the BSI Group website or click here.

A copy of Makita (UK) Ltd.’s Quality Policy can be obtained here

INFORMATION SECURITY

ISO 27001 is the internationally recognised Information Security

Management Standard that proves an organisation’s commitment to the security of their customer, employee and shareholder’s information.

With ISO 27001 in place, Makita UK Ltd. are able to minimise risks to potential data security breaches and reduce errors and costs, while demonstrating credibility and trust.    

For more information please visit the British Assessment Bureau website or click here.

A copy of Makita (UK) Ltd.’s Security Certification can be obtained here