Lincoln Electric

About Lincoln Electric

Few names carry as much weight in the trades as Lincoln Electric. Founded on December 5, 1895, in Cleveland, Ohio, the company started with just a $200 investment used to develop and commercialize a unique direct-current electric motor for industrial applications. From that modest beginning, Lincoln Electric grew into something far larger — today it is the world's largest welding company, a multinational corporation operating in 18 countries with nearly 11,000 employees.

Lincoln Electric is the world leader in the design, development, and manufacture of arc welding products, automated joining, assembly and cutting systems, plasma and oxy-fuel cutting equipment. That leadership position wasn't handed to them — it was built over more than a century of relentless innovation. In 1911, the company launched its first variable voltage arc welder, setting a standard for performance and reliability that has defined the brand ever since.

A Legacy Built on Innovation

Lincoln Electric's history reads like a timeline of American industrial progress. The company helped develop welding techniques that were used to build 2,700 Liberty ships during World War II, cementing its reputation as an essential partner in the country's most demanding manufacturing efforts. The Lincoln Electric Welding School, established in 1917, has since instructed over 150,000 men and women in the methods and techniques of arc welding processes, reflecting a commitment to training that goes far beyond simply selling equipment.

Lincoln Electric maintains more than 40 manufacturing operations in 20 countries and distributes products to more than 160 countries. This global scale is backed by a deep investment in research and development. In 2018, the company opened a 130,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art Welding Technology and Training Center in Euclid, Ohio, underscoring its ongoing commitment to both product excellence and workforce development.

Beyond the Welder: Lincoln's Lubrication Equipment Line

While welding is Lincoln Electric's most recognized domain, the brand's expertise extends into professional-grade shop equipment. Under its industrial products line, Lincoln has earned an equally respected reputation in lubrication and fluid management — particularly with its line of hose reels designed for auto repair shops, service fleets, and industrial facilities. Lincoln's general-purpose and heavy-duty pumps, hose reels, meters and controls, used fluid systems, and hand-held lubrication products are considered among the best in the industry.

Whether you need a low, medium, or high-pressure rating — for grease, oil, or air and water — Lincoln offers a standard reel to fit the application. Lincoln's hose reels are indispensable tools for organized and efficient hose management, providing a systematic approach to lubrication tasks in industrial settings, and are designed with durability and user-friendliness in mind.

Why Professionals Choose Lincoln Electric

A proven track record with over a century of experience in cutting-edge products, comprehensive welding processes, and automated solutions makes Lincoln Electric the go-to choice across countless industries. Whether you're outfitting a fabrication shop, a fleet service bay, or a heavy manufacturing operation, Lincoln Electric delivers equipment built to perform under pressure — literally and figuratively.