ESAB

ESAB is a multinational company that develops and manufactures welding and cutting equipment and consumables. Its product lines include welding electrodes and wires, fluxes, torches, power sources, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment, and related automation systems. ESAB serves industries such as manufacturing, construction, energy, shipbuilding, and repair, supporting processes including MIG/MAG, TIG, and MMA welding as well as cutting operations.

Origins and ownership: ESAB traces its roots to early 20th century Sweden with Elektriska Svetsnings AB and related European firms. Through mergers, the ESAB Group grew into a global welding-solutions provider. In 2012, ESAB was acquired by Colfax Corporation, a U.S.-based industrial company, and continues to operate as part of Colfax's Welding and Cutting segment.

Operations: ESAB maintains a global network of manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, and service locations across Europe, the Americas, and Asia, with research and development focused on improving welding performance, productivity, and safety.

Impact: ESAB products are widely used in metal fabrication, automotive, aerospace, energy, and construction. The company is known for welding consumables and equipment that support a range of welding and cutting technologies.