This section provides an overview for welding machines as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 12 welding machine manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked welding machine companies as of November, 2024: 1.Bobco Metals, 2.Sani Fabrication Solutions, 3.Miller Electric Mfg. LLC.
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A welding machine is a device used to join resin and nonferrous metals. Two materials are joined by heating them until their melting points are exceeded, and then pressurizing and cooling the joint. It is sometimes called a welder or sealer.
The process of welding, which joins metals together, uses high voltage to melt the metals locally, welding can be operated with relatively small equipment. Welding work must be performed by skilled craftsmen with fire prevention measures in place, but welding machines can be used unattended and are therefore widely used in factories and other product production lines.
Depending on the materials to be welded and the conditions of use, there are several types of welding machines, such as electric heaters, ultrasonic, and vibration heating.
Using this heating performance, welding machines are used for joining thin products such as thermoplastic resin films and sheets, and for riveting the joints of various resin components.
In production lines where thin products are rolled and handled, welding machines can be used to join the ends of the previous and next raw rolls when the raw rolls are replaced, allowing the production line to operate continuously without stopping.
Welding machines differ in structure and weldable area depending on the heating method, and the model should be selected according to the application.
Heat welding machines using an electric heater consist of an electric heater, seal bar, and seal bar pressing mechanism. The seal bar is clamped between the parts to be welded and a high voltage load is applied to the electric heater to heat the seal bar instantaneously. The welding of a large area is possible depending on the cross-sectional area of the seal bar. However, since the pressing surface by the seal bar and the joining surface must be in close proximity, this method is often used for welding thin products such as sheets and films. The machine can also be introduced into mechanized production lines by automating the pressing mechanism of the seal bar.
Ultrasonic welding machines consist of a high-frequency vibration generator such as a Lagrangian transducer and a tip member called a horn, which amplifies and conducts the generated vibration through the horn, causing the object to vibrate at a high frequency. The bonding surfaces of the vibrating objects are heated and welded by potential movement at the molecular level. Unlike a thermal welding machine, only the bonding area is heated, which has the advantage of minimizing the thermal effect on the object. However, because the vibration is amplified and transmitted, the cross-sectional area at the tip of the horn cannot be large, making it unsuitable for welding large areas.
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Sani Fabrication Solutions has been a manufacturer of equipment providing solutions for the window fashions market located in Buford, CA, since 2010. The equipment is aluminum blinds, fabric inspection, sheer shading, vertical blinds, and refurbished products. Assembly equipment includes smart hoists, automatic cutting machines, blind carriageS, and automatic grommet machines. Automatic length and cross-cutting tables and automatic honeycomb drilling machines are produced. The company offers services such as installation, spare parts, dies for cutting & punching, telephone support, and service agreements.
Weldcote, founded in 2006 and situated in Kings Mountain, United States of America, is a manufacturer of welding supplies and abrasives. The company delivers filler metals, electrodes, trimmable flap discs, quick-change discs, and auto-darkening helmets. It also offers solders, fluxes, welding machines, hoses, and holders. Filler metals are used for butt and fillet welding of sheets and plates of various thicknesses. Its welding machines can work with a wide range of input voltages (98v-265v).
Miller Weldmaster Corporation, established in 1974 and headquartered in Navarre, Ohio, United States, is a manufacturer of heat-sealing and welding equipment. Some of the products offered include hot air welders, hot wedge welders, impulse welders, radio frequency welders, and automated welding machines. These products are used for welding and sealing various materials, including plastics, industrial fabrics, and geomembranes. The company also has a support center located in Europe specifically in Nieuw-Vennep, The Netherlands.
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.
Assembly Supplies Co., established in 1986 and located in Escondido, California, USA, is a manufacturer of industrial hot air tools. The company specializes in the manufacture of advanced tools and equipment, including heat guns, hot air blowers, roofing kits, and welding tools. These tools are designed to provide precise and efficient heating, making them invaluable for applications such as plastic welding, soldering, and heat shrinking. The products offer benefits like temperature control, durability, and stability, making them ideal for industries ranging from automotive and construction to electronics and packaging to deliver optimum heating solutions.
Bobco Metals, established in 1950 in Los Angeles, California, is a manufacturer and supplier of a diverse range of metal products. The company offers an extensive selection of materials, including steel, aluminum, stainless steel, and brass, serving both commercial and individual customers. The products cater to various industries, such as construction, manufacturing, and fabrication. Whether it's structural steel for construction projects, aluminum sheets for aerospace applications, or brass tubing for artistic endeavors, it offers advanced products for metal needs with ISO, and CE certification.
CLIMAX Portable Machining & Welding Systems, established in 1966, is a multinational corporation headquartered in Newberg, Oregon, and deals with manufacturing machines and welding tools. CLIMAX produces portable machining, welding, and valve testing equipment, enabling on-site machine shop capabilities. It enhances the cutting-edge capabilities of powerful and accurate on-site machining. Customers who require machining activities that are highly important to their purpose and have very strict tolerances seek the company for the tools and solutions to help them reach increased efficiency and profitability. Many global corporations depend on the organization to address intricate and demanding machining tasks of unparalleled complexity.
Nippon Avionics Co., Ltd is a Japanese manufacturer of electronic aviation equipment and other office equipment. The incorporation is a result of merging NEC Corporation and Hughes Aircraft Company in 1960. Headquarters are located in Yokohama Japan. The company designs, manufactures, and sells items from three product lines: Information Systems, Joining Equipment, and Infrared Thermography. The products include communication devices used in aviation integrated circuit (IC) boards and media projectors for office use.
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.
Heinz Soyer Bolzenschweißtechnik GmbH, founded in 1970, is a manufacturer and supplier based in Wörthsee, Germany, producing welding studs and stud welding equipment. The company offers a range of welding studs, including coarse threaded and threaded studs, with and without flanges. Its stud welding equipment varies from compact and battery-operated to universal options, complete with stud welding guns and accessory sets. The company notably holds a patent for SRM Technology, a welding process in radial symmetrical magnetic fields, enabling safe and clean welding without applying ceramic rings. This process finds applications, especially in automated stud welding plants and large-scale component productions.
Techbelt Ltd., a manufacturer and distributor of conveyor belts and industrial belting solutions was founded in 2011 and headquartered in the UK. The company offers various conveyor belts and belting solutions, including PTFE (polytetrafluoroethylene), silicone, rubber, and custom belts. It also offers accessories such as belt fasteners, guides, and tracking devices to optimize conveyor system performance. The products find ideal applications in various industries, including food processing, manufacturing, packaging, textile, and automotive. The company offers customer support services such as technical assistance, installation, and maintenance for belt tracking.
Welding Alloys Ltd., founded in 1966 and headquartered in Royston, United Kingdom, is a welding equipment and accessory manufacturer and B2B services supplier. The company specializes in industrial welding equipment and solutions, with product lines that include fixed installation and mobile welding machines, advanced wear components, and welding consumables. The company operates 25 strategically located Integra service centers around the world that offer customers its solutions for productivity, primarily through cladding and wear protection services.
Ranking as of November 2024
Derivation MethodRank | Company | Click Share |
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1 | Bobco Metals |
18.5%
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2 | Sani Fabrication Solutions |
14.8%
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3 | Miller Electric Mfg. LLC |
14.8%
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4 | Weldcote |
11.1%
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5 | Miller Weldmaster Corporation |
11.1%
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6 | Climax Portable Machine & Welding Systems |
7.4%
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7 | Assembly Supplies, Co. |
7.4%
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8 | Techbelt Ltd. |
7.4%
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9 | Lincoln Electric |
7.4%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the welding machine page as of November 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 | 7 | 70.0% |
Japan | 1 | 10.0% |
Germany | 1 | 10.0% |
United Kingdom | 1 | 10.0% |
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