Stihl is a German manufacturer of chainsaws and other handheld power equipment including trimmers and blowers. Their headquarters are in Waiblingen, Baden-Württemberg, near Stuttgart, Germany. Stihl was founded in 1926 by Andreas Stihl, an important innovator in early chain saw production. Stihl claims to be the world’s best-selling brand of chain saws, and the only chain saw manufacturer to make its own saw chains and guide bars. Andreas Stihl AG is a privately held company owned by the descendants of Andreas Stihl. Stihl operates the Stihl Timbersports Series.

Here are some interesting facts about Stihl:

• Stihl was the first company to produce a chainsaw with a rear handle, which made it easier to control.
• Stihl was the first company to produce a chainsaw with a centrifugal clutch, which prevented the chain from continuing to run when the throttle was released.
• Stihl was the first company to produce a chainsaw with a low-emission engine, which helped to reduce air pollution.
• Stihl is the world’s largest manufacturer of chainsaws, with a market share of over 50%.
• Stihl products are sold in over 160 countries around the world.