United States Engine Driven Welders Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032

United States Engine Driven Welders Market Size

The United States engine driven welders market attained a value of USD 398.3 million in 2023. The market is estimated to grow at a CAGR of 3.6% during 2024-2032 to reach a value of USD 553.9 million by 2032.

United States Engine Driven Welders Market Outlook

• Reportedly, the United States 117th Congress invested over USD 120 billion in U.S. infrastructure, between 2021 and 2023.

• In 2023, 5.2 billion cubic feet per day (Bcf/d) of natural gas intrastate pipeline capacity was assembled in the US. The expansion of the pipeline sector is adding to the demand for engine driven welders.

• In 2023, private sector construction spending constituted USD 1.5 trillion, growing by 4.7% over the previous year, thus providing a positive outlook for the market.

United States Engine Driven Welders Market Growth Rate

The ability of engine driven welders to carry out multiple tasks saves money and space while helping in completing work efficiently. The portability of engine driven welders is allowing for more flexibility in the construction operations, particularly in large scale infrastructure projects, where the work is to be carried out in hard to reach or remote locations. The construction sector in the United States has been growing significantly owing to the presence of government initiatives such as the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), and CHIPS Act. The expansion of the infrastructure sector is favouring the growth of the United States engine driven welders market.

Arizona is the largest mineral-producing state, accounting for 10.3% of the total minerals produced in the USA in 2022. The most mined commodity in the USA is coal. In 2022, around 594 million short tons of coal were produced in 21 U.S. states. Further, surface mines were the source of 63% of total U.S. coal production, accounting for 65% of the total number of producing mines.

In 2023, crushed stone was the leading non-fuel mineral commodity produced in the USA, accounting for 23% of the total value of U.S. mine production. U.S. mineral production contributed over USD 105 billion to the U.S. economy in 2023, a rise of USD 4 billion over 2022. Welding techniques are commonly used in the mining industry for metal fabrication purposes, supporting the United States engine driven welders market development. Machine driven welding offers increased efficiency, longevity, and productivity.

Figure: Mineral Production (USD Billion) of top 10 Mineral Producing States in the USA, 2022

The United States is witnessing a significant growth in construction activity, marking a prominent phase of economic growth and industrial expansion. During Q1 2024, the construction spending in the United States amounted to USD 635.5 billion, representing an increase of 10.9% from USD 573.0 billion for the same period in 2023.

In 2023, the total spending in construction reached USD 1.98 trillion, marking a 7.4% increase from 2022. The construction sector in the United States accounts for about 4.3% of U.S. GDP.

Figure: Real Gross Domestic Product: Construction (23) in the United States, Percent Change from 2023, Annual, Seasonally Adjusted Annual Rate

Key Trends and Developments

Expanding construction sector; growing mining sector; rising establishment of pipelines; and growing technological advancements are the key trends impacting the United States engine driven welders market growth

Jun 3, 2024

Lincoln Electric® announced the acquisition of Inrotech A/S, an Odense, Denmark-based firm specializing in automated welding systems featuring proprietary adaptive intelligence software and computer vision for optimized welding without programming or CAD files.

May 1, 2024

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC announced the release of its OptX™ 2kW handheld laser welder. This cutting-edge technology was designed to help address the ongoing shortage of skilled welders across the United States and Canada and significantly boost productivity by up to five to ten times.

Mar 25, 2024

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC a leading worldwide manufacturer of Miller® brand arc welding equipment, announced the release of the Bobcat 265 Air Pak and Trailblazer 330 Air Pak. In addition to the Air Pak options, the Bobcat 265 was made available in gas and LP models, while the Trailblazer 330 was offered in gas and diesel versions.

Sep 29, 2023

Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc. hosted the WorldSkills International Competition 2022 Special Edition for Welding and Construction Metal Work at its Welding Technology & Training Center (WTTC) in Cleveland, Ohio.

Growth of the construction sector

Engine driven welding plays a crucial role in the construction sector by generating power for arc welding and cutting. In 2023, the construction sector contributed 4.3% to the U.S. GDP, increasing from 4.0% in 2022.

Increase in mining activities

Mining equipment, including towering cranes and intricate machinery, must have high structural integrity and offer precision and efficiency. Welding machines are essential for constructing these machines, ensuring their performance and durability. Key commodities mined in the USA are coal, copper, lithium, and gold.

Expanding pipelines in the US

The United States boasts one of the world’s extensive oil and gas pipeline networks, with several new pipeline plans. The 2021 infrastructure law provides USD 550 billion for 2022-2026 in investment for pipeline safety and repair, infrastructure, including in roads, bridges, etc.

Advancement in engine driven welder technology to improve fuel efficiency

The development of technologies to decrease the engine driven welder’s fuel usage and lower operating costs, supports the United States engine driven welders market expansion. Technological advancements have aided the development of machines that can automatically respond to the weld requirements and adjust their engine speed to one of several rpm levels.

United States Engine Driven Welders Market Trends

The USA’s nation-leading goals under the Climate Act aim at achieving 70% renewably sourced electricity by 2030 and a zero-emission electric grid by 2040. These aggressive targets are acting as a powerful catalyst for the renewable energy sector and the use of engine driven welders. The expansion of renewable energy capacity necessitates the development and upgrading of transmission and distribution networks. Welding is indispensable in the construction of power transmission towers, and substations.  The manufacturing and assembly of solar panels and wind turbines involve complex welding processes for the frames, mounting structures, and nacelles. Welding aids in producing energy storage systems, from assembling battery cells to fabricating housings and connectors.

Further, the integration of electronic fuel injection (EFI) technology in engine driven welders provides faster and more-reliable starts in any weather with greater fuel efficiency compared to conventional machines.

United States Engine Driven Welders Industry Segmentation

“United States Engine Driven Welders Market Report and Forecast 2024-2032” offers a detailed analysis of the market based on the following segments:

Market Breakup by Fuel Type

• Diesel Engine

• Gasoline Engine

Market Breakup by Welding Current

• 300-500 Amp

• Less than 300 Amp

• Above 500 Amp

Market Breakup by Application

• Infrastructure

• Construction

• Pipeline

• Mining

• Power Generation

• Others

Market Breakup by Region

• New England

• Mideast

• Great Lakes

• Plains

• Southeast

• Southwest

• Rocky Mountain

• Far West

United States Engine Driven Welders Market Share

Based on application, the infrastructure sector accounts for a significant share of the United States engine driven welders market

During 2021-2023, USD 70.2 billion investments were made to develop roads, bridges, and major projects. This initiative was part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law passed in 2021. The law allocates USD 1.2 trillion in federal funds to transportation, energy, and climate infrastructure projects, primarily through state and local governments. Ageing infrastructure and increasing investment in clean energy and power infrastructure support the market growth. During 2021-2023, USD 5.5 billion infrastructure investment was made in USA.

Residential spending constitutes approx. 45% of the total construction spending in the United States in 2023, growing at a CAGR of 9% between 2018 and 2023. During the same period, the construction spending within the manufacturing sector grew at a CAGR of 22%, thus, providing significant opportunity in the market.

Based on fuel type, diesel engine is a major contributor to the United States engine driven welders market revenue

Diesel-powered engine driven welders provides higher fuel efficiency along with longer lifespan, which is increasing their popularity among end users. They are being incorporated with technologies like reduced control cables, variable engine RPM, auto-stop/start technology, among others, which improves the fuel efficiency and reduce emissions.

Gasoline-powered engine driven welders are mostly preferred for mobile fabrication, owing to their compact size and thus finds increasing popularity within the agricultural industry. In 2022, farm improvements and construction expenditure accounted for 4.2% of the total farm expenditure and reached USD 19.0 billion.

United States Engine Driven Welders Market Manufacturers

The market players are focusing on providing products at competitive prices and high quality, with improved customer service, product support, and performance features.

Lincoln Electric Holdings Inc

Lincoln Electric leads in arc welding solutions, automated systems, cutting equipment, and alloys, advancing fabrication capabilities with superior expertise. Headquartered in the US, the company serves customers across various sectors, including metal fabrication, energy, construction, infrastructure, heavy industries, and automotive/transportation.

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC

Miller Electric Mfg. LLC is a subsidiary of Illinois Tool Works, Inc. (“ITW”).  Founded in 1929, the company develops innovative welding solutions, addressing challenges in manufacturing, fabrication, construction, aviation, motorsports, education, agriculture, marine applications, and more, to seek the highest quality equipment to perform their best work.

Denyo Co. Ltd

Denyo business lines include the manufacturing and sales of engine driven generators, welders, air compressors, and other specialized machinery. Denyo operates across various plants including Fukui, Shiga, Karatsu (Japan), Kentucky (U.S.A.), Indonesia and Vietnam with a workforce of 596 employees.

Multiquip Inc

Multiquip, based in the United States, is a leading, diversified manufacturer and supplier of high-quality products and solutions for various markets, including light construction equipment, power generators, lighting, and others.

Other notable players operating in the United States engine driven welders market are ESAB Corporation, and Tomahawk Power LLC, among others.

United States Engine Driven Welders Market Analysis by Region

The states of California, Florida, and New York boast the largest number of construction businesses in the U.S., which creates demand for engine driven welders for productivity gain.

The growing infrastructure spending is expected to improve the Alabama’s attractiveness which is supplemented by the five-year Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), signed into law in November 2021, that will provide $5.5 billion for highway and bridge investments, including a 37% funding increase over the first three years of the program from FY 2022 to FY 2024. Further, the growing investment in the natural gas infrastructure is expected to further uptick the market.

Engine driven welders find increasing application in mining and oil and gas sector in the south west region. In 2023, production of crude oil and condensate reached 1.92 billion barrels in Texas, which witnessed an increase of 51 million barrels, as compared to 2022., thus, aiding the market. Further, the growing population and economy in the U.S. Southwest is translating into an increased demand for building design and construction.

Key Highlights of the Report

United States Engine Driven Welders Market Report Snapshots

United States Engine Driven Welders Market Size

United States Engine Driven Welders Market Growth

United States Engine Driven Welders Market Trends

United States Engine Driven Welders Market Share

United States Engine Driven Welders Manufacturers

United States Engine Driven Welders Market Regional Analysis