When working on a job that demands movability and reach, a cord can hinder productivity. When a contractor can use a cordless tool instead, he becomes independent of power sources on the jobsite. Cordless technology eliminates extension cords, which can create a trip hazard on a busy jobsite. For all these reasons, having cordless tools provides a great advantage. No longer a niche industry, the ever-expanding category continues to grow.
“Initially, contractors viewed cordless tools as a niche solution for some lighter duty applications, as tools did not have acceptable reach or power to replace corded tools,” says Aaron Brading, business unit manager of power tools for Hilti North America. “Cordless tools have been popular in general since the early 2000s. Since at least 2011, the industry has seen the number of cordless tools sold grow while the sales of corded tools is shrinking. My perception is that cordless tools will be the fastest growing segment of power tools, at least through the next five years.”