International Distributor Day 2026:
New technologies, international experience, and strong partnerships—breaking new ground together.
What does it take to really make a difference?
Innovative technologies are just the beginning. What really matters, however, are the people who embrace new ideas, share their experiences, and forge new paths together.
This very idea was the focus of our International Distributor Day on October 7, 2026, in Stuttgart. International HST distributors came together to learn about our latest developments, discuss opportunities in their markets, and shape our shared future.
New Technologies You Can Experience Firsthand
With the TorqBee II LIGHT , we introduced the next generation of our cordless torque wrenches. The combination of a precision mechanical torque-limiting clutch and modern programmability opens up new possibilities for precise and safe industrial fastening applications.
Our new rechargeable batteries and the corresponding charger were also on the agenda. In addition, participants gained insights into n-gineric’s screw and sensor technology, as well as a preview of upcoming developments in our product portfolio.
In addition to the presentations, live demonstrations and hands-on tests provided an opportunity to experience the new technologies firsthand and discuss questions directly with our experts.
Think globally. Act locally.
But there was a bigger idea behind Distributor Day: We don't just want to bring tools to international markets. We want to work with our partners to find solutions that make a real difference for their customers.
Roberto Sainz, the point person for HST’s international distributors, has already discussed this approach in our journal interview “Think globally. Act locally.” .
Our distributors know their markets, their customers, and local requirements. We contribute our technical expertise, application experience, and the right solutions. Just how well these perspectives complement each other became clear in Stuttgart—not only during the product presentations, but especially in the discussions that followed.
Opening Up New Opportunities Together
With our international distributor strategy, launched in 2026, we are placing greater emphasis on close collaboration with select partners.
What potential do the individual markets offer? Where are new applications emerging? And what support do our distributors need to take advantage of these opportunities?
These questions were also on the agenda in Stuttgart. In addition to the strategic direction, the discussion focused on specific sales issues, product positioning, and the next steps in the collaboration.
The open discussion session provided an opportunity to share experiences and expectations and to address topics that are often overlooked in day-to-day business.
In November, we will continue our dialogue with our distributor at our Distributor Day for the DACH region at HST headquarters in Efringen-Kirchen.
Together, we challenge the status quo.
A heartfelt thank you to our international distributors who came to Stuttgart. Thank you for your insightful questions about our new tools, the discussions about your markets, and the open dialogue—even outside of the presentations.
We look forward to continuing to explore the topics discussed together and to guiding you through the next steps.
TorqBee II LIGHT – the new generation of tools
You can find out more about our new programmable cordless impact wrenches and their applications here.