SUMMER 2016

Positive user reviews pour in, TV shows

build buzz for the incredible Rebel.

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REBEL™ IS HERE

Expanded line of affordable regulators,

now covering light to heavy duty

applications.

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VICTOR® G SERIES

2 // BETTER TOGETHER: YOUR VOICE, OUR INNOVATION

BETTER TOGETHER: YOUR VOICE, OUR INNOVATION. System | Definition: a group of related parts that work together.

At ESAB®, the design process begins with us working together. Customers talk, we listen. For example,

we asked, “What results should the ‘perfect welding wire’ give to improve your welding operations?”

Your answer was clear: give us a MIG wire that eliminates rework so we can reduce our total welding costs.

The result is Purus™, a new 70S-6 solid MIG wire that delivers benefits you can monetize.

If your operation relies on cored wires, consider the additional savings by pairing ESAB cored wires, look at the

12% savings delivered by pairing ESAB cored wires and Tweco® guns with Velocity consumables. To further

reduce the cost of operation, explore the advantages using a Warrior® welding system.

Listening to our customers changes the game. In the last issue of Launch, ESAB introduced Rebel. This

breakthrough welder changes the game because it offers a welding experience that has no competition, and

now we have the video footage to prove it. For an amazing Stick welding experience, use the Rebel to run

some Atom Arc Acclaim, the user-friendly 7018 electrode.

In fact, user-friendly designs extend to every system and product featured in this Summer Launch magazine.

That includes the Victor G Series of regulators, which now comes in a complete line-up of light, medium,

heavy duty and two-stage heavy duty options.

For more information on any of these solutions, contact your ESAB sales representative. In the meantime,

keep talking — we’re listening.

3 // ESAB ON THE MOVE

ESAB ON THE MOVE.Integration Update ESAB has made significant progress on the Denton Distribution Center

expansion, Roanoke Distribution Center and Florence Manufacturing

Operation migrations.

The inventory relocation from Roanoke to Denton will commence in early

June and is scheduled for completion by mid-July. During this period,

ESAB will ship products to customers from both the Roanoke and Denton

distribution centers. Various steps have been taken to promote inventory

accuracy and timely delivery throughout this transition period, including

additional staffing.

By consolidating distribution

in Denton, we will remove 24

hours out of material handling,

improve stock availability for general distribution and reduce lead time.

Complete active inventory relocation to Denton is planned for July 15,

with a targeted project completion date of August 2.

Manufacturing Operations The manufacturing of mechanized plasma consumables has now been

fully relocated from Florence to Denton. To better ensure timely delivery,

our use of outsource suppliers has been expanded to increase capacity,

and all equipment has been staffed across at least three shifts to increase

in-house capacity.

Cutting Automation assembly, Special Customized Orders (SCO) and

Warranty Return/Repair operations are slated to relocate from Florence

to Denton following the completion of the Distribution Center.

In Hermosillo, first article builds and qualifications are underway for the

Mixed Model Power Supply Assembly and Subassemblies. All CNC

machines used for production have been relocated from Florence to

Hermosillo and are now operational.

As you can see, we are planning diligently to ensure a smooth transition

and provide uninterrupted service.

ESAB Announces Student Contest Winners ESAB has announced the winners of its 2015 A Cut Above student contest. Three individual winners won a $250 cash process for their essays, and each member of three winning teams received $500 for their submission of a project that incorporated welding and cutting. The six schools associated with the winners won an equipment package valued at $4,000. Check out a few of the winners, and don’t forget the ESAB and Victor educational discounts when calling on schools.

These welding students from the Denton-Lagrone Area Technical Center (high school) built eight benches for an outside class; two students from the photography class snapped this photo.

WEB-BASED TRAINING CONTENT IS AVAILABLE FOR FREE! LEARN MORE.

ESAB TRAINING

TABLE OF CONTENTS

INTRODUCTION ESAB NEWS 2 – 3

EQUIP A WARRIOR FOR BATTLE 4 – 5

TRUTH: REBEL CHANGES THE GAME 6 – 7

ESAB PORTABLE STICK & TIG INVERTERS 8

ATOM ARC ACCLAIM 9

VICTOR EXPANDS G SERIES REGULATORS 10 – 11

ESAB INTRODUCES “PURUS” MIG WIRE 12

ESAB FILLER METAL DATABOOK 13

PRODUCT UPDATES 14

SWITCH & SAVE WITH ESAB 15

REBEL TRUTH OR DARE 16

EQUIP A WARRIOR FOR BATTLE.Rugged Warrior welding systems stand ready to tackle heavy industrial applications. Combine their

multi-process capabilities with a full cadre of components, and you’ve got a team ready for battle.

USE ESAB CONSUMABLES FOR ADDITIONAL SAVINGS.

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Tweco MIG Guns with Velocity Consumables Up to 8X or more longer tip life

Fewer tip changes = lower cost, less downtime

Better arc stability reduces spatter

ESAB Cored Wires Industry standard for superior weld bead quality

Almost no ripple, low spatter, less slag

Smoother finish reduces contact tip, liner wear

Includes Dual Shield, Shield Bright, Coreweld, Stoody and

other ESAB brand cored wires

SEE PAGE 15 FOR COST SAVING DETAILS

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Warrior 400i MV CC/CVA multi-voltage, multi-process welder for maximum versatility.

Multi-voltage: automatically adjusts to the primary input power

with flexibility to accept from 220V to 460V AC 3-phase

Generator compatible; 198V to 506V operating

range fights dirty power

Duty cycle: 400A/36 VDC @ 60% (5 to 400A output range)

Enhanced weld quality — ability to tailor MIG and Stick

arc characteristics

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Warrior 500i CC/CVA multi-process welder for larger diameter electrodes.

Duty cycle: 500A/36 VDC @ 60% (5 to 500A output range)

Arc Gouges with carbons up to 3/8 in. diameter

Simple, self-explanatory user interface

88% electrical efficiency and .91 power factor at rated

output to lower utility bills

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0558101760 Warrior 500i CC/CV, Warrior Feed 304, V450, 5.5ft RTW 0558102283 Warrior 500i CC/CV, Warrior Feed 404HD, V450, 5.5ft RTW 0558101762 Warrior 500i CC/CV, MobileFeed 301avs, V450, Cable Plug

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WARRIOR FEEDER SELECTION GUIDE.For higher productivity and lower total cost of operation in wire welding applications,

ESAB now offers a full line of wire feed systems for shop and portable applications.

LET US HELP YOU FIND THE ADVANCED WELDING SOLUTION THAT’S PERFECT FOR YOU. CONTACT YOUR ESAB SALES REPRESENTATIVE TODAY.

MobileFeed 301AVSThis voltage-sensing feeder eliminates the need for a control cable.

It produces quality MIG short arc welds with smaller diameter solid

wires, yet its heavy-duty motor and drive roll design provide

positive feeding performance with larger diameter cored wires.

Super impact-resistant, flame-retardant case

Weighs 35 lbs., measures 21 x 17 x 8 in.

Warrior Feed 304Choose this benchtop feeder for optimum performance with

.030 to .045 in. wires.

Spool cover protects the wire

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MobileFeed 201AVSSimilar design to the 301AVS, this rugged feeder handles wire spools

up to 8 in. and fits through smaller spaces and reduces weight.

Weighs 28 lbs., measures 18.5 x 14.5 x 7.375 in.

Runs wires from .025 to 1/6 in.

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Warrior YardFeed 200 Designed specifically for Warrior power sources in, this feeder

provides remote control of the voltage and wire feed speed at the

feeder, eliminating trips back to the power source.

Compact — 23.4 x 8.5 x 12.8 in. — improves portability in

cramped spaces.

Gas flow adjustment inside case compensates for pressure drop

associated with long gas hoses.

Warrior Feed 404 HDESAB’s premier benchtop feeder for high-volume fabrication.

Its heavy-duty drive roll design delivers superior feeding

performance and can lower operating costs by 30 to 60%.

Three digital displays: voltage, amperage and wire feed speed

Short Circuit Termination (SCT) technology sharpens the end

“of the welding wire at the termination of a weld to promote

better arc starts, eliminate clipping wire

or Feed 404 HD

Warrior Dual Feed 304Designed for customers who frequently run two sizes or types

of wire off a single power source, this dual feeder provides a

fast return on investment.

Eliminates changeover time

Excellent choice for job shops and mechanical contractors

NEW - COMING SOONor Dual Feed 304 NEW-COM

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TRUTH: REBEL CHANGES THE GAMEThe truth has been revealed: Rebel stands above the rest of the field because it offers a superior

welding experience. Once users demo a Rebel, they realize that the traditional, safe choices mean settling for less.

The more you weld with the Rebel, the more it sells the machine.

OFF-ROAD EXPERT – ESAB partnered with Ian Johnson, host of Power Nation’s Xtreme Off-Road. Ian highlighted seven factors that differentiate Rebel from the competition. Check out these “REBEL TRUTHS” at esab.com/dare, and look for Rebel on Spike TV, CBS Sports and NBC Sports.

PREPARED – To demonstrate the Rebel’s portability, rugged design and multi-process output, ESAB took the Rebel to the Nitto King of the Hammers Ultra4 Race Week. As the official welder of KOH, ESAB helped make more than 200 repairs at the event.

REBEL EMP 215ic Part No. 0558102240

Full-featured, multi-process

performance for MIG, sMIG,

Flux-Cored, Stick and

Lift TIG welding

REBEL EM 215ic Part No. 0558102436

Dedicated to MIG, sMIG and

Flux-Cored welding

REBEL EMS 215ic Part No. 0558102239

Full-featured MIG, sMIG,

Flux-Cored & Stick welding

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7 // REBEL CHANGES THE GAME

DETROIT MUSCLE – Tommy Boshers (L) and Marc Christ are using the Rebel and other ESAB welders on Detroit Muscle. Current projects include 1986

Camaro IROC - Z and a 1970 Dodge Challenger.

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Rebel buzz packed the ESAB booth at this year’s SEMA show. “Everybody’s in line for hours to weld on the new Rebel… the [Rebel] release had people at the door,” says Willie B, host of 2 Guys Garage (at left) who interviewed Ken Konopa, ESAB SVP of Marketing (right).

This little yellow box of joy... I must say I have used a bunch of welders before and this rebel is wonderful! The set up is easy, yet has lots of adjustments! The smig for all who don’t know is killer! And the quality and build is great.

Brad Gregory

This is one awesome machine!

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8 // ESAB PORTABLE STICK & TIG INVERTERS

ESAB REBRANDS & EXPANDS LINE OF PORTABLE STICK & TIG INVERTERS

ET 141i AC/DC Part No. W1006311

DC Stick output up to 90 amps

AC/DC TIG output up to 140 amps

HF and Lift TIG arc starts

Preset AC output frequency,

wave balance

Uses 120V primary current

ET 186i AC/DC Part No. W1006301

AC/DC TIG output up to 200 amps

DC Stick output up to 170 amps

HF and Lift TIG arc starts

Adjustable AC output frequency,

balance control

Use 208/230V primary current

ES 95i Stick – Part No. W1003209

Stick/TIG – Part No. W1003210

Stick and Stick/TIG models

Fixed Hot Start and Arc Force levels

Weighs only 9.7 lbs.

Uses 120V primary current

ET 201i DC Part No. W1003807

DC TIG and Stick outputs up to

200 amps

HF and Lift TIG arc starts

Adjustable downslope, Arc Force,

pre- and post-flow

120V or 208/230V primary current

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Further leveraging its acquisition of Victor Technologies™, ESAB has now rebranded and expanded its ET and ES Series of single-phase

Stick/TIG and AC/DC TIG/Stick inverters.

Previously sold under the Thermal Arc® brand, the ET (ESAB TIG) and ES (ESAB STICK) Series of inverters combines compact, lightweight

portability with excellent arc performance for mechanical contracting, light fabrication, repair and maintenance, farm/ranch, motorsports

and home-hobby applications.

ESAB FABRICATOR® 141i AND 252i

The original 3-in-1 portable, integrated MIG, Stick and TIG welding

systems (sold under the Thermal Arc and Tweco brands) are now

rebranded as the ESAB Fabricator Series. Look for these ESAB

products in the classic yellow trade dress starting this summer.

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AND WELDERS THIS GOOD DESERVE A GREAT ELECTRODE!

Fabricator 141i

Part No. W1003141

Fabricator 252i

Part No. W1004401

ATOM ARC ACCLAIM – THE USER-FRIENDLY 7018 ELECTRODE.

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Atom Arc 7018 Acclaim takes the low-hydrogen,

iron-powder covered electrode to a new level. It

offers the same drive and dig that made Atom

Arc the industry standard, but now with improved

puddle control for easier out-of-position welding.

It also offers better arc starts and restrikes, as

well as easier slag removal.

Whether you’re a professional or a novice, we think

you’ll find that the Atom Arc 7018 Acclaim is the

most user-friendly 7018 electrode available — but

don’t take our word for it.

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For technical specifications and to hear what more welders are saying, visit esabna.com/7018. To learn more about our 7018 pricing program, contact your ESAB sales representative today.

I have put on about 50 well heads with not one problem. The Acclaim rod definitely has its place on a drilling rig.

Because of the versatility of the rod, the flow is smooth and I am able to weld in various positions making my railing and grate repair job a snap.

It burns better than other rods I’ve used and leaves a prettier bead. I love the ESAB 7018 Acclaim. It will be the only rod I buy from now on.

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Color combination on gauge face provides clarity for reading needle position; scale and red tick mark indicate actual service pressure.

High-strength alloy bonnet provides nearly twice the yield strength of previous brass bonnet.

Ergonomic knob makes it easier to set pressure, especially with a gloved hand.

Color-coded knobs aid with gas identification:

G Series Benefits

10 // VICTOR EXPANDS G SERIES REGULATORS

VICTOR EXPANDS G SERIES REGULATOR OFFERING.

When customers seek an alternative to the premium Victor EDGE™ or traditional SR regulator design,

rely on the performance of Victor G Series regulators — now with four new models!

G150 – Light Duty A compact, lightweight regulator

engineered for light duty applications

such as HVAC, auto restoration and

repair, hobby and light fabrication.

G250 – Medium DutyDesigned for light to medium duty

applications, including fabrication, farm/

ranch, maintenance and construction.

G350 – Heavy DutyA larger regulator body for high flow capacity

applications, including heavy fabrication,

demolition/scrap and construction.

NEW NEWG150 – Light Duty NEW G350 – Heaeavy Duty NEWG

Oxygen Acetylene LP Inert Gas

See catalog or ESAB.com for specific part numbers: models may vary slightly by country.

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11 // VICTOR EXPANDS G SERIES REGULATORS

GT350 – Two-Stage Heavy DutyA heavy-duty regulator recommended

for applications that require a constant

delivery pressure over a range of

decreasing inlet pressures.

GRF400 – Flow Meter/RegulatorVictor offers the GRF400 as an economical

alternative for users who prefer a flow

meter style regulator. Designed for users

who focus on light-duty MIG welding,

with occasional TIG work.

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LET US HELP YOU FIND THE SOLUTION THAT’S PERFECT FOR YOU. CONTACT YOUR ESAB SALES REPRESENTATIVE TODAY.

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When you go to work, you think Victor. You don’t think of anything else.

Enhance the safety, reliability and performance of your cutting torch with a new Victor G Series regulator.

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12 // ESAB LAUNCHES “PURUS” MIG WIRE

In robotic and high volume semi-automatic MIG operations,

you can easily monetize the results of switching to Purus.

By only changing wires, you can:

Reduce or eliminate downtime for removing silica islands in

multi-pass welding.

Reduce post-weld cleaning time and unplanned downtime.

Increase uptime between planned maintenance for removing

spatter from nozzles.

Reduce or eliminate paint-related quality issues.

Purus, which expands ESAB’s line of premium MIG wires,

will be available in North America beginning this fall.

Micro-alloyed for Perfection

What results should the “perfect welding wire” give to improve your welding operations? Two years ago, ESAB put forth this

exact question to welding, production and manufacturing

engineers on four continents. With excellent weld integrity as

a prerequisite, the voice of our customers was clear: give us

a MIG wire that eliminates rework.

Driven to achieve this goal, ESAB enhanced wire metallurgy to

reduce formation of silica islands. With Purus, slag self-releases

or easily brushes off. In addition, Purus features an innovative

coating technology that stabilizes the welding process, provides

superior arc stability and minimizes spatter.

Combined, the characteristics of Purus create a winning formula

for maximum uptime, improved quality and lower part cost.

TO MONETIZE PURUS BENEFITS, CONTACT YOUR ESAB SALES REPRESENTATIVE TODAY.

INTRODUCING PURUS, A SOLID MIG WIRE THAT CLEANS UP AFTER ITSELF.The newest clean-up tool isn’t a tool at all. It’s Purus, a next-generation

70S-6 wire specifically formulated Purus to reduce post-weld cleaning

of spatter and silica islands.

Standard wire

Single pass with Purus

Three pass bead with a standard wire

Three pass bead with Purus

13 // ESAB FILLER METAL DATA BOOK

NOW AVAILABLE!

DOWNLOAD THE ESAB FILLER METAL DATABOOK AT ESAB.COM/FILLERMETALS.

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14 // PRODUCT UPDATES FROM THE BRANDS YOU TRUST

ADDITIONAL PRODUCT UPDATES FROM THE BRANDS YOU TRUST.

Available in 100, 200, 300 & 400 amps.

ESAB iSERIES FOR HIGH PRECISION PLASMA AUTOMATIONThe ESAB iSeries of high-precision plasma systems provides

the lowest cost of operations (consumable life, speed and gas

consumption) on all materials like Carbon Steel, Stainless Steel

and Aluminum. The Water Mist Secondary process (WMSTM)

delivers the best cut quality on non-ferrous materials (SS, AL)

in the industry. Easy upgrades to increase power output of

the plasma systems are an additional unique feature.

The iSeries will be available with all ESAB dual drive cutting machines.

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Avavailailableble in 130000 & & 4004 am

AB iSERIES FOR HIGH PRECISION

See catalog or ESAB.com for specific part numbers: models may vary slightly by country.

CARBON-ARC GOUGING TORCHES FOR WARRIOR SYSTEMSAdd gouging capabilities to your

Warrior system (p. 4-5) for fast

metal removal by pairing it with an

Arcair® K3000™ or K4000® torch

and cable assembly. The Warrior

400i MV CC/CV gouges with carbons up to

1/4 in. (6.4 mm) and the Warrior 500 gouges with carbons

up to 3/8 in. (9.5 mm).

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STOODY® HARDFACING WIRE FOR HIGH TEMP APPLICATIONSStoodite 6-T (AWS Classification A5.21:2011 ERCCoCr-A) is

a GTAW / GMAW tubular wire producing a medium hardness

deposit for high temperature applications. It offers good abrasion

and corrosion resistance, good toughness, and excellent friction

properties including resistance to forms of mechanical degradation

like galling and cavitation erosion. It bonds well on weldable

steels, including stainless.

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SL60 1TORCH EXPANDS CUTMASTER™ CAPABILITIESESAB has upgraded the Thermal Dynamics® Cutmaster 42

by pairing it with the SL60 1Torch™. This torch offers gouging

capabilities, drag cutting at the Cutmaster 42’s

full 40-amp output and allows end-users

to standardize on one set of consumables.

Weighing only 26 lbs., the Cutmaster is

perfect for maintenance and repair, light

fabrication, HVAC, automotive restoration

and repair, hobby, farm and ranch work.

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Part No. 1-4200-SL60

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ESAB A-SERIES The A-Series provides an intelligent

solution for economic and flexible

automated air plasma cutting. High Duty

Cycle and low cost of operations makes

the A-Series ideal on all smaller ESAB

cutting machines (Crossbow, SGX,

Phoenix etc.). All systems can run on

single phase 230V (USA only) which makes this the perfect choice

for smaller metal shops. Easy changes between mechanized and

manual torches improves the versatility of this plasma system.

Available in 40, 60, 80 & 120 amps.

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SWITCH AND SAVE 12% WITH ESAB.Some things just work better together, such as ESAB cored wire and Tweco Guns featuring the advanced

Velocity consumables platform. Together, they reduce total cost of ownership by $0.24 per pound of

wire — and that adds up to an annual savings of $2,426 per weld station! Here’s the math.

Shielding gas flows through ports keeping contact tip cooler

Smoother wire surface reduces wear on gun liners and tips.

300X Magnification of Surface Finish

Dual Shield 710X-M Competitor Equivalent

Contact your ESAB sales representative to show end-users how Tweco guns and ESAB wires lower their total cost of ownership.

ESAB Cored Wires ESAB cored wires provide outstanding operator appeal with an

easily controlled arc, less slag, easier slag release, low spatter

and good weld bead appearance.

Coreweld and Dual ShieldProduct Selection based on Steel Type and Application

Carbon Steel (Hand Held)

1% Nickel or Weathering Steel

HSLA Steel

High Strength HY80 Steel

Coreweld C6/C6LF

Coreweld 88-HS Ni1

Coreweld 80-D2

Coreweld 110

Dual Shield 700X, 710XDual Shield II 711X, 712XDual Shield II 810X Ni, 180Ni1H4Dual Shield II 4130SRDual Shield II 101H4M

Savings Source Lifetime Improvement Reason Competitor Cost ESAB Cost

Velocity contact tips 800% Velocity design cools tip better $2,710 $469

Velocity nozzles 10% More stable arc reduces spatter accumulation $420 $506

Velocity diffuser No cost Diffuser integrated into tip $245 $0

Gun liner 10% Smoother wire surface reduces wear $266 $240

Wire Cost (10,000 lbs.) N/A N/A $19,000 $19,000

Total cost of ownership $22,641 $20,215

Annual Cost Savings, 1 Weld Station Annual Cost Savings, 25 Weld Stations Realized Cored Wire Cost, Per Pound

$2,427 USD $60,672 USD $1.66 USD

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REBEL RUNS MIG, STICK, AND TIG LIKE IT WAS BORN TO, CONNECTS TO 120 AND 230V, AND HAS SOME OF THE MOST INNOVATIVE WELDING TECHNOLOGY ON THE MARKET.

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MAKE THE MOVE TO ESAB. PICK UP THE MOST INCREDIBLE GO-ANYWHERE, WELD-ANYTHING MACHINE MADE BY MAN.

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