Lincoln Electric
| Company type | Public |
|---|---|
| Industry | Welding products and equipment manufacturing |
| Founded | 1895 |
| Founder | John C. Lincoln |
| Headquarters | Euclid, Ohio , United States |
Area served | Worldwide (North America, Europe, Middle East, Asia, Latin America) |
| Products | Welding products, arc welding machinery, welding accessories, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting tools, robotic welding solutions |
Number of employees | 8500+ |
| Website | www |
Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. is a global American producer specializing in welding products, arc welding machinery, welding accessories, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting tools, as well as robotic welding solutions. Its corporate headquarters are located in Euclid, Ohio. The company operates 42 manufacturing facilities distributed throughout North America, Europe, the Middle East, Asia, and Latin America, complemented by distributors and sales offices present in more than 160 countries worldwide. Additionally, Lincoln Electric has established manufacturing partnerships and joint ventures spanning 19 nations. The corporation is listed among the Fortune 1000 companies.
History
The firm was established in 1895 by John C. Lincoln, who started with a $200 investment aimed at producing electric motors he invented. Headquartered in Euclid, Ohio, Lincoln Electric currently runs 44 manufacturing plants and maintains joint ventures across 19 countries. The workforce exceeds 8,500 employees globally, including approximately 3,000 based in the United States.
In 2005, Lincoln expanded its portfolio by acquiring Harris Products Group, a company focused on welding accessories and gas equipment, with manufacturing sites located in Georgia, Ohio, California, Poland, Mexico, Brazil, and Italy. Further growth occurred in 2019 when Lincoln purchased a segment of Worthington Industries' soldering operations.
At CES 2024 in December 2023, Lincoln introduced the Velion DC fast charger designed for electric vehicles. This charging station supports both North American Charging System (NACS) and CCS1 connectors and incorporates a touchscreen interface developed with Qt software.
Lincoln Institute of Land Policy
The Lincoln Institute of Land Policy was founded in 1946 by John C. Lincoln, the original founder of Lincoln Electric. The institute focuses on advancing innovative land use strategies that address economic, social, and environmental issues.
Lincoln Welding School
Since its inception in 1917, the Lincoln Electric Welding School has provided training to over 150,000 individuals in arc welding methods and safety protocols. It holds recognition from the Ohio State Board of School and College Registration.