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This section provides an overview for welding positioners as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 5 welding positioner manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked welding positioner companies as of December, 2024: 1.Align Production Systems, 2.Midwest Engineered Systems, 3.IRCO Automation.
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A welding positioner is a specialized equipment used in metalworking to enhance the efficiency and precision of welding processes.
This device facilitates the manipulation of workpieces by allowing rotation and tilting, typically through a motorized worktable or hoist mechanism. Enabling the positioning of workpieces at optimal angles and elevations, allows welders to work more effectively and comfortably.
The key advantage of a welding positioner is its ability to maintain workpieces in precise, stable positions. This stability is essential for achieving consistent welding quality, leading to stronger, more uniform welds. It also reduces the physical strain on welders by minimizing the need for manual handling of heavy parts.
Welding positioners are especially valuable in the fabrication of large or heavy components, where manual repositioning would be impractical or unsafe. They are commonly used in industries that manufacture large-scale metal structures, such as shipbuilding, automotive, and construction.
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Align Production Systems, founded in St Louis, Missouri in 1967, is a manufacturer and integrator of material handling solutions and automation systems. The company's product portfolio includes industrial turntables, hydraulic upenders, ergonomic equipment, flatbed transporters, and power tuggers. The company's products are used in construction and mining to reduce dangerous moves and keep large chassis on the AGVs, metal stamping, and steel processing and it also offers custom engineering and fabrication.
Midwest Engineered Systems (MWES) Inc., founded in 1991, is an American manufacturer based in Pewaukee, Wisconsin, engaging in the industrial automation market. The company offers integrated robotic automation systems, featuring automation dispensing and placement, vision inspection, and industrial control. It also develops material handling automation systems, along with robotic welding and material removal tools. The company has installed over 4,000 systems across various industries, including aerospace, heavy equipment manufacturing, and mining.
Key Plant Automation Ltd., founded in 1956 and headquartered in Leek, Staffordshire, United Kingdom, is a manufacturer of industrial automation solutions. The comprehensive product category includes robotic systems, conveyor systems, and customized automation solutions for increased production efficiency, reduced labor costs, and improved product quality, resulting in streamlined manufacturing processes. Industries such as automotive, electronics, food and beverage use the products for enhanced production lines and precise assembly tasks. The company’s expertise in customization allows for custom solutions to address unique manufacturing challenges for industries seeking advanced industrial automation solutions.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
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| 1 | Align Production Systems |
38.5%
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| 2 | Midwest Engineered Systems |
23.1%
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| 3 | IRCO Automation |
15.4%
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| 4 | Pemamek Ltd |
15.4%
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| 5 | Key Plant Automation Ltd. |
7.7%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the welding positioner 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
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| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
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United States of America
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2 | 66.7% |
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United Kingdom
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1 | 33.3% |
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