Founded in Cleveland in 1895 with a $200 investment, Lincoln Electric is now a global leader in arc welding, cutting systems and automation solutions. The company operates 71 manufacturing and integration sites across 20 countries, employing over 8,500 people. Known for its unique profit-sharing and no-layoff policy, Lincoln Electric remains deeply rooted in Northeast Ohio, where its main offices and key manufacturing operations are based. Continuing to invest in Cleveland, the company recently opened an Additive Solutions Center for large-scale 3D metal printing, reinforcing its commitment to innovation and the region’s industrial growth.