
Powering Every Jobsite
How Hilti helps contractors choose the right power source for every task.
In today’s construction environment, productivity isn’t just about speed; it’s about adaptability. Jobsites are more complex, timelines are tighter, and crews are often working with fewer hands and varying levels of experience. To stay competitive while managing labor shortages and evolving jobsite demands, contractors need tools that don’t just perform their intended application, but fit the specific demands of each task, environment, and workflow.
Because the demands of modern-day jobsites continue to rise, access to cordless, corded, and gas-powered solutions is no longer “nice to have”; it’s a necessity to keep projects moving forward. Advancements in battery technology are rapidly closing the performance gap with corded and gas predecessors, helping drive a shift where projects are no longer defined by a single power source. Instead, they’re powered by choice.
Hilti is leaning into this transition with a growing portfolio designed to meet contractors wherever they are. Whether that means maximizing mobility with cordless innovation, relying on continuous power from corded tools, or leveraging gas-powered equipment for remote applications, Hilti helps ensure crews have the right tool for the job, no matter the power source.
At the center of this evolution is Hilti’s 22V Nuron all-on-one battery platform, which is rapidly expanding into heavy-duty applications traditionally dominated by corded and gas tools. The platform continues to push the boundaries of cordless performance, offering battery-powered alternatives for a wide range of tasks, including breaking, coring, concrete cutting, metal cutting and grinding, wood cutting, and soil compaction.
Alongside its cordless advancements, Hilti continues to invest in high-performing corded solutions by launching new innovations. The new TE 600-AVR SDS-Max demolition hammer, for example, is engineered to support applications where consistent, uninterrupted power is critical. Together, these portfolio upgrades help give contractors more flexibility to choose how they power their jobsites without sacrificing performance.
Compact Corded Power for Controlled Breaking
The TE 600-AVR came to market earlier this year to give construction pros a lightweight, high-performance demolition hammer for wall chiseling in concrete and masonry. Compared to the previous model, the TE 700-AVR, this new SDS-Max delivers greater breaking performance while weighing 25% less, giving users meaningful gains in both productivity and ergonomics.
Key features include:
- More power, less weight: The TE 600-AVR weighs just 13 lbs. and offers an improved power-to-weight ratio to help reduce fatigue during extended use
- User control: Easily switch between full demolition mode and a lighter chiseling mode to match the application
- Active Vibration Reduction (AVR): Helps minimize vibration exposure, improving comfort and reducing the need for frequent breaks
- Instant chisel rotation: Quickly adjust chisel positioning without rotating the entire tool body to help improve efficiency on the job
- Brushless motor technology: Eliminates the need for carbon brush changes and helps extend service intervals
By combining consistent corded power with improvements in weight, performance, and user comfort, the TE 600-AVR reinforces the role of corded solutions on today’s jobsite, especially for heavy surface demolition, corrective wall breaking, and demanding renovation work involving masonry, brick, or tile.
Heavy-Duty Demolition, No Cord Required
The TE 1000-22 TE-S Cordless demolition hammer is designed to deliver powerful, versatile demolition performance without the limitations of cords. Built on Hilti’s 22V Nuron battery platform, it matches the power class of the corded TE 1000-AVR while offering the mobility and flexibility needed for dynamic jobsites, making it a go-to solution for both floor demolition breaking applications below waist height.
Key features include:
- Corded-level power, cordless convenience: Delivers the same impact energy as the corded TE 1000-AVR, without the hassle of cords or additional setup
- High versatility: In-line design optimized for floor breaking, with a total weight under 30 lbs. (including battery) and an ergonomic side handle for added control on more vertical applications
- User control: Power output adapts to how much pressure is applied, allowing users to transition from aggressive demolition to more precise chiseling
- Active Vibration Reduction (AVR): Engineered to help minimize vibration exposure, improving comfort and reducing fatigue during extended use
- Extended runtime: Capable of demolishing over 550 lbs. of concrete per charge with a Nuron B 22-290 battery, with an optional large battery kit to take runtime even further
The TE 1000-22 combines cordless mobility and corded-level performance to help crews take on demanding demolition tasks with fewer setup constraints. Whether tackling floor-level breaking, high-mobility renovation work, or precise corrective chiseling, it can help improve efficiency across a wide range of applications while keeping crews productive.
High-Power Cutting with Cordless Convenience
The DSH 900-22 ATC 14” Battery-powered cut-off saw is engineered to deliver high-performance cutting across concrete, masonry, metal, and asphalt. Built on Hilti’s 22V Nuron battery platform, it matches the power class and cutting feel of a 90cc gas saw while offering a cleaner, lower-vibration solution for both indoor and outdoor applications.
Key features include:
- Gas-level performance, cordless convenience: Designed to match the cutting speed and feel of a 90cc gas saw without the fumes, excessive noise, or increased vibration associated with its gas-powered counterparts
- Deeper cutting capability: Cuts up to 6 inches deep using a 14-inch blade, helping crews handle demanding applications with confidence
- Advanced safety features: 3D Active Torque Control (ATC) helps stop unexpected kickback in under one second, while a fast-acting blade brake stops the blade in less than 4 seconds after releasing the trigger
- Extended trigger time: Offers a comparable runtime as full tank of gas when equipped with four Nuron B 22-290 batteries and Hilti’s cordless-optimized blades
- Optimized handling for floor work: Rear-handle design and pre-mounted wheels improve control and stability for ground-facing applications
- Reduced cost and downtime: Helps eliminate fuel-related costs and reduce jobsite interruptions associated with gas saw maintenance and repairs
The DSH 900-22 is ideal for applications such as road construction, pipe cutting in sewage work, floor construction, paving installation, and creating openings in concrete or masonry walls. For contractors who require extended runtime in remote environments, the DSH 900-22 has a gas-powered counterpart; the rear-handled DSH 900-X 16”—further reinforcing Hilti’s commitment to providing the right power source for every job.
Choosing the Right Power Source for the Job
Every jobsite is different, and no single power source can meet every need. The most effective crews are those that can adapt, selecting the right tool based on the task, environment, and operational constraints of the project at hand.
Cordless tools excel in mobility, convenience, and safety. They help lower setup time, reduce cords, and allow crews to move more freely around the jobsite. With ongoing advancements in battery technology, these solutions are now capable of handling many heavy-duty applications that were once out of reach.
Corded tools, on the other hand, provide consistent, uninterrupted power. Because of this, they remain a dependable solution for stationary work, long-duration tasks, and other use cases where continuous performance is critical.
Gas-powered tools offer independence from electrical infrastructure, making them ideal for remote or outdoor jobsites where power access is limited. By offering all three, Hilti gives contractors the flexibility to build a tool lineup that matches their specific needs, rather than forcing compromise.
A Unified Platform with Safety at it’s Core
While power source flexibility is essential, consistency across tools is equally important to help maintain jobsite productivity. Hilti’s Nuron platform helps simplify fleet management by enabling contractors to use a single battery system across virtually every application—from sawing and grinding to drilling and breaking. This helps reduce complexity while streamlining training, maintenance, and inventory, which can enable crews to spend less time managing equipment and more time focusing on project-related tasks.
Across cordless, corded, and gas-powered solutions, Hilti also prioritizes safety and user well-being. Features like Active Vibration Reduction (AVR), Active Torque Control (ATC), on-board dust management, and ergonomic design enhancements are integrated throughout the portfolio, with many tools also tether-ready to help reduce dropped-object risks. In an industry facing ongoing labor shortages, these safety-focused innovations help support both experienced crews and workers new to the jobsite.
Powering the Jobsite Today and Tomorrow
Every jobsite comes with unique demands, and no single power source fits every application. Cordless tools offer mobility and convenience; corded tools deliver consistent, uninterrupted performance, and gas-powered equipment provides independence in remote environments. Having access to all three can allow contractors to adapt quickly and work more efficiently.
With solutions like the TE 600-AVR, TE 1000-22, and DSH 900-22, Hilti continues to support a more flexible approach to jobsite productivity—helping crews choose the right tool for every task.
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