History

In 1904, Oscar Kjellberg invented the coated welding electrode and founded the ESAB company. Since then, ESAB has constantly improved its existing methods and materials, while simultaneously developing new methods to meet the challenges presented by technological advance.

Today ESAB produces welding consumables and equipment for almost every welding and cutting process. More than 100 years of continuous research, development and production have made ESAB a world-leader in welding and cutting, and an international supplier of welding and cutting products, expertise and services. ESAB’s subsidiaries and distributors are ready to handle your requirements – large or small!