stihl

STIHL is a German manufacturer of outdoor power equipment, best known for its chainsaws. The company was founded by Andreas Stihl in 1926 and played a pivotal role in the development of the modern gasoline-powered chainsaw, which transformed forestry and land-care work. Over the decades, STIHL expanded into a global manufacturer with a broad range of tools for professional forestry, commercial landscaping, and residential use.

Headquartered in Waiblingen, Baden-Württemberg, STIHL is privately held by the Stihl family and operates as the STIHL Group. The company maintains a global network of subsidiaries and authorized dealers, providing sales, service, and aftermarket parts across many regions.

Product lines cover a wide array of handheld outdoor power equipment, including chainsaws, trimmers and brush cutters, blowers, hedge trimmers, and pole pruners, as well as a range of accessories. In addition to corded and petrol-powered tools, STIHL offers battery-powered equipment under its AP platform, targeting both professional and consumer markets. The firm emphasizes ergonomic design and safety features such as chain brakes, anti-vibration systems, and chain catch devices.

STIHL has a presence in professional forestry, agriculture, and landscaping, and is known for ongoing research and development to improve efficiency, performance, and environmental controls. The company also supports lumber sports through STIHL TIMBERSPORTS, a global competition series that showcases speed and precision in cutting disciplines.

As a privately held company with a long history of manufacturing in Germany and abroad, STIHL remains one of the leading brands in outdoor power equipment, with a significant global footprint and a continuing focus on innovation and safety.