1904-1920 :: 1921-1940 :: 1941-1960 :: 1961-1980 :: 1981-2000 :: 2001-2020
     

1942
The machine plant in Laxå is opened.
   

1943
ESAB-Finland is founded.
   
1944
TIG welding (called Heliarc) is invented.
     
1945
A new production plant for cutting machines is set up in Frankfurt.		  
     
1950
ESAB-France is set up.		  
     
1951
Electrode production begins in Perstorp, Sweden.		  
     
1953
ESAB-Brazil is established.		  
     
1956
ESAB-Austria is founded.		  
     
1958
ESAB Arc Rods Ltd. in Montreal is established.		  
     
1958
Máquinas ESAB Lta in Rio de Janerio is set up.