Group of companies in the area of control and automation technology with headquarter in Esslingen am Neckar
The company started as a wood machinery repair service provider in 1925, which quickly started making their own tools. As of 2019, the company develops factory process automation technology and tools for industries to accelerate their productivity. These include factory automation robots, saws, sanders, drills, and mechanical parts. The products can be purchased from over 250 branch offices in 176 countries with national companies in 61 countries. The company provides equipment for multiple industries which include Automotive, Semiconductor, Food processing, TextileTextile, Laboratory, Mining and Medical sector. In 2000, the company formed a subsidiary named Festool to manage and manufacture electric power and air tools for carpentry.