ATOM launches the Chainsaw Drill Attachment, a breakthrough product used in fencing, bridgework, tree surgery, rubber plantations, and more.

Wins multiple New Implement Awards at the Orange Field Day, recognising ATOM’s commitment to practical innovation.

Develops anti-vibration handles for chainsaws, later licensed to Japanese and American manufacturers.

Launches the ATOM Chainsaw, Australia’s first and only fully integrated magnesium diecast lightweight chainsaw. Features such as the self-cleaning air filter were later adopted by global manufacturers.

The ATOM Electronic Ignition System wins ABC TV’s Inventors of the Year Award, revolutionising small-engine performance. This innovation replaced mechanical points and condensers, was adopted by international manufacturers, and sold millions worldwide.

Receives another New Implement Award at the Orange Field Day and an Australian Design Award (No. 207) for technical achievement.

Redesign of the original Chainsaw Drill Attachment with safety upgrades becomes the ATOM Auger-Stop Chainsaw Drill Attachment.

• Wins the BHP Steel New Implement Award

• Highly Commended in the NSW State Safety Awards

• Power Equipment Magazine Product of the Year

Launch of the ATOM Petrol Lawn Edger, which becomes the No.1 selling edger in Australia and New Zealand.

• Wins the Gold Medal at the Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions

• Awarded Power Equipment Magazine Product of the Year

• ATOM Petrol Professional Lawn Edger developed for heavy-duty and continuous use. Wins the OEM M.I.A. Award (USA) and Power Equipment Magazine Product of the Year.

• ATOM Electric Lawn Edger with exclusive “Motor Pod” drive debuts. Wins a Gold Medal at the Geneva Inventions Exhibition and Power Equipment Magazine Product of the Year.

Launch of the Atom Tiller Cultivator, a compact and efficient solution for home gardens and mulching.

• Wins the Gold Medal at the Geneva Exhibition of Inventions

• Awarded Power Equipment Magazine Product of the Year

• ATOM AIRLIFT Leaf Blowers with patented SMARTFAN® technology produce stronger airflow with less fuel consumption. Wins Gold Medal at the 41st Geneva International Exhibition of Inventions.

• ATOM Drillmaster Engine Drills with automatic reverse gear win Gold Medal at Geneva.

• The ATOM Factory in Sydney transitions to 100% renewable solar electricity, producing 300% more than required and feeding the excess back into the grid.

ATOM designs and builds its own 26cc 2-stroke commercial engines in Australia, delivering long life (over 500 hours at full RPM) and trusted reliability.

ATOM launches the 58v Battery Powered Range featuring powerful 900w brushless motors with 2.5AH and 5AH lithium battery options. This new line includes:

• Leaf Blowers

• Lawn Edgers

• Garden Tillers (4-tine & 6-tine)

Australian owned International Mowers, a leading distributor of commercial vegetation control equipment, acquires ATOM Industries, Australia’s iconic manufacturer of powered portable high-performance lawn and garden equipment.

Now part of the International Mowers group, ATOM continues to evolve while staying true to its roots - expanding its reach, enhancing product innovation, and supporting customers across Australia and beyond with trusted, high-performance outdoor solutions. With over 60 years of awards, patents, and recognition, Atom continues to design and manufacture tools that are Australian-made, internationally awarded, and trusted worldwide.