kanxrus Posted November 15, 2011 Report Share Posted November 15, 2011 Our partner ToolsInAction.com just wrote up a article on Milwaukee's new "FUEL" line. Looks like they are coming out with some new Brushless motor's for their M-18 line. You can check the article out here. Looks like Makita has launched a campaign on there landing page explaining they were the first. I am glad to see some of the larger players taking on brushless technology, expect to see it in full swing in all brands over the next few years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stp_yz Posted November 17, 2011 Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 Larger Player??? MAKITA world sales = 1.7 Billions $ , Milwaukee world sales = 700 Millions $ , who's bigger ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kanxrus Posted November 17, 2011 Author Report Share Posted November 17, 2011 I was referring to Milwaukee, and Makita. The word "some" was used in the plural sense. Smaller players have brush-less technology. Festool, Panasonic, Hitachi, etc... When talking about Milwaukee's parent company TTI. They did 3.38 Billion in worldwide sales last year. Also keep in mind that I am not bashing anyone here, I embrace new technology and love that tool makers are getting serious about brush-less technology no matter what color they are made in. It mean's better, stronger, and more durable tools for users like you and me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stp_yz Posted November 18, 2011 Report Share Posted November 18, 2011 You are right, I'm sorry, I've overreacted. Brushless motors are the futur, and I hope to see more of them in the Power Tool industry. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cyclone700 Posted February 23, 2012 Report Share Posted February 23, 2012 Home Depot has compact hammerdrill and driverdrill on their website now. INteresting that on Milwaukee's site, they show different torque rating for the compact versus fat pack battery. Surprised to see the prices comparable to Dewalt's 20V drills. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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