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This section provides an overview for welding wire feeders as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 7 welding wire feeder manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked welding wire feeder companies as of December, 2024: 1.Lincoln Electric, 2.GYS FRANCE, 3.Galagar.
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A welding wire feeder is an essential device in welding operations, responsible for delivering the wire to the welding surface. This wire acts as both the electrode and the welding material.
In TIG welding, the wire feeder takes the form of a pen-shaped, standalone device, enabling the operator to manually supply the wire continuously. In contrast, semi-automatic and automatic welding systems incorporate a wire feeding mechanism with rollers as part of the welding apparatus. The wire feeder can be an integrated component of the welding machine or an external attachment.
Due to the diversity in mechanisms, sizes, and prices, selecting a wire feeder that matches the specific welding method in use is crucial. Additionally, there are specialized models, such as dual feeders for cladding welding and feeders designed for specific wire characteristics like thickness, winding style, and material. Consequently, understanding the particular requirements of the welding process is vital when choosing a suitable wire feeder.
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Miller Electric Mfg. LLC (MEM) is an American manufacturer of arc welding and cutting equipment originally founded in 1929 before its acquisition by Illinois Tool Works (ITW) in 1993. Headquartered in Appleton, Wisconsin, the company produces various welders such as tungsten inert gas (TIG) and engine-driven models, wire feeders, and plasma cutters. It also offers related consumables and accessories, such as connector kits, spot welding tongs, safety equipment, and flux-cored wires. MEM products are commonly used in metal fabrication, manufacturing, and construction, as well as in the aviation industry.
GYS France is a manufacturer of collision repair equipment and car battery chargers that was established in 1964 in Saint-Berthevin, France. The company’s product lineup includes plasma cutters, inverter welder machines for metal inert gas or metal active gas (MIG/MAG) as well as tungsten inert gas (TIG) welding, and spot welding generators. It also offers battery chargers, boosters, and testers for salvage or rescue operations. The company operates internationally, with subsidiaries and factories in Europe and China.
voestalpine Roll Forming Corporation, an American manufacturer headquartered in Shelbyville, Kentucky and specializing in custom roll formed metal components, was founded in 1947 as Roll Forming Corporation and currently a subsidiary of voestalpine AG (voestalpine Group). The company utilizes its capabilities to produce various metal components, including roll forming, tube milling, tube bending, tube laser cutting, and 5-axis laser cutting. Other capabilities include laser, robotic, and titanium welding. The company supplies these components to diverse sectors, including aerospace, construction, material handling and fulfillment, as well as off-highway equipment. Other industries served include electric vehicles, medical, solar and renewables, transportation, vertical farming.
Changzhou Huarui Welding & Cutting Machinery Co. Ltd., established in 1985, is a Chinese manufacturer based in Changzhou, Jiangsu, specializing in welding and cutting equipment and spare parts. The company's product lineup includes a range of metal inert gas welding, plasma cutting, and tungsten inert gas welding torches, along with their spare parts. The company also provides gouging and stud welding torches, cutting nozzles, and earth clamps. Further offerings include cable connectors, electronic holders, and wire feeders. Certified with ISO 9001:2015, the company serves various industries, catering to domestic and international customers.
Lincoln Electric, established in 1895, is a supplier of cutting-edge products, welding processes, and automated solutions based in Cleveland, Ohio, United States. Lincoln Electric provides equipment, systems, and solutions for every segment of industry around the world. The company offers various products needed for welding and cutting, filler metals, weld fume control, and automation. Lincoln Electric's range of automation solutions includes Laser System Integration and Processing, Metalforming and Press Automation, and various automation needs of the Automotive industry.
Galagar, started in 1945 and based in Zaragoza, Spain, is a manufacturer of welding solutions such as gas weld regulators, welding equipment, and torches. The company also sells protective equipment, including electronic screens for eye protection, fume extraction equipment, and curtains. Its Gasweld Dark helmet, which is EN 175 EN 379 CE certified, provides views in color and protects against UV and IR rays generated by arc welding and plasma cutting processes. The company also has a robotics division that manufactures welding processes and equipment for robotization and industrial automation and is responsible for the SynerBot line of products.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lincoln Electric |
42.9%
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| 2 | GYS FRANCE |
14.3%
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| 3 | Galagar |
14.3%
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| 4 | Miller Electric Mfg. LLC |
14.3%
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| 5 | voestalpine Roll Forming Corporation |
14.3%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the welding wire feeder page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
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United States of America
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1 | 25.0% |
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France
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1 | 25.0% |
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Austria
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1 | 25.0% |
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China
|
1 | 25.0% |
