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Pan Gulf Welding Solutions is part of Pan Gulf Group, which has been leading the business world in the Middle East for 28 years and is listed among the top 100 Saudi companies.

The sole distributor and agents for the highest quality welding and cutting products throughout Saudi Arabia, Pan Gulf Welding Solutions was formed two years ago to build a business in conjunction with the successful Pan Gulf Steel Division.
As market leaders, Pan Gulf Welding Solutions is committed to quality and acquiring ISO certification in 2007. It stocks an extensive product range of consumables and equipment suited to every eventuality, from welding a parameter fence to assembly of the key components in an oil refinery. 
“Pan Gulf Welding Solutions’ competent and experienced team is an ideal partner for welding and cutting,” says a company spokesperson. “The company provides welding and cutting solutions all under the one roof, saving time and money. Its success comes from strong brands and a vibrant business ethic. The company is committed to providing world-class quality, innovation and the highest customer satisfaction in the steel industry.”
The company provides the market with a ‘one-stop’ welding solutions offering highest quality performance and innovation with regards to products and solutions. It delivers highly reliable and advanced products through a regional network, operating in the following market areas:
• Oil and gas: Pan Gulf Welding Solutions is building an ever-expanding portfolio to meet the oil and gas industry’s changing needs, while earning a leading reputation for quality and service in the industry. It is a major supplier to Aramco, Bapco, Sabic and all major contractors.
• Water and power: Phenomenal growth is expected in water and electricity demand, while electricity and water sectors are undergoing major restructuring. Pan Gulf Welding Solutions is a major supplier to SWCC, Seco and major contractors.
• General steel fabrication: The projected expansion of economic infrastructure in Saudi Arabia and other GCC states means major construction projects and refineries will require huge quantities of steel. Pan Gulf Welding Solutions is a major supplier for oil cutting and welding supply requirements throughout Saudi Arabia and Bahrain.
• Manufacturing: The manufacturing sector has expanded widely and continues to grow. Pan Gulf Welding Solutions is a major supplier for all cutting and welding supply requirements throughout Saudi Arabia and Bahrain.
Pan Gulf Welding Solutions’ welding processes include SMAW manual arc welding,  GMAW manual metal arc welding, FCAW flux-core welding; GTAW tig welding, SAW sub-arc welding, and MIG-MAG welding.

QUALITY
“In order to give our customers the best quality products, all our suppliers’ production plants have successfully passed ISO certification,” says the spokesperson.  “For our customers, controlling the management system by certification is a way to reliably evaluate our quality.”
He continues: “All products are designed and produced to the most stringent standards to guarantee optimum quality levels. Pan Gulf Welding Solutions is a first-class supplier with high-quality products made for professionals, by professionals. We are dedicated to applying our knowledge and resources to understand and meeting customer needs every day. By taking what we learn from them and adding our experience and passion for meeting their requirements, we improve the performance, quality and value of every product and solution we deliver.”
Built around the strength of its people, Pan Gulf Welding Solutions’ global business structure is organised to respond swiftly to the fast-changing needs of customers and their industries. Supported by the latest technology, process, and management tools, its 65-strong staff are challenged to maximise their potential.
“We are proud of our passion for quality and our culture of integrity and respect for the individual. At the same time, we are dedicated to the continuous improvement of our products and solutions,” says the spokesperson. “The staff have the skill, attitude, and desire to build on this strong foundation to make our future even brighter.”

GLOBAL PARTNERS
Pan Gulf Welding Solutions complements its own product portfolio with the technologies of its successful partner companies, guaranteeing customers the best possible solution. As one of the leading suppliers of welding products in the region, customers are offered well designed total solutions by Pan Gulf Welding Solutions joining forces with the relevant partner company, providing each customer with their exact requirements. These partners include ESAB, Murex, FastCAM, A&N Plant, Flexovit, SWSI Incorporated, Callington Haven, and Rapid Heat Systems.
• ESAB, since its founding in 1904, has developed a wide range of welding and cutting products and is today the world’s largest manufacturer of these products. ESAB is a world leader in welding, cutting, international supplier of products and services that are equal to none.
• Murex Welding Products is a market-leading manufacturer and supplier of arc and gas welding and cutting equipment, welding consumables and accessories.
• FastCAM is one of the oldest CAM software companies in the world. FastCAM software is the industry standard for all types of CNC machinery including gas, plasma, laser and waterjet. Since its inception, FastCAM Inc has formed strategic alliances with a broad range of key industry partners, consolidating its international market presence and gaining widespread industry recognition as a leading provider of CNC solutions.
• A&N Plant is a specialist supplier of rotating, positioning, and automated welding equipment systems to the onshore and offshore oil and gas, petrochemical, power generation, environmental, industrial plant and steel fabrication industries.
Established in 1985, the company is firmly established as the world’s largest supplier of new and reconditioned welding, rotating and positioning equipment for sale and rent from its worldwide network of offices, factories and depots.
• Flexovit is part of Saint-Gobain, a multinational with more than 170,000 employees around the world and plants and offices in 46 countries. Saint-Gobain is, amongst others, leader in abrasives. Flexovit started out as a brand in Enschede, The Netherlands, in 1958 the founded company Slijptechniek used Flexovit as a strong international brand name. Through the years it has developed towards a worldwide brand, with the image of excellence.
• SWSI Incorporated has been exporting welding supplies to countries all over the world for over 20 years. SWSI’s reputation is excellent, its pricing competitive and its service commendable. It works with welding distribution around the world and has built solid relationships with its customers by continuing to provide a dependable service and quality products.
• Callington Haven, which was established in 1968, specialises in the development, manufacture and marketing of high quality innovative specialty chemicals for a broad range of dedicated markets including welding metal treatment products.
• Rapid Heat Systems is a subsidiary of Grahams Machinery which has built a reputation over 25 years for giving first-class service and quality products at competitive prices. Rapid Heat Systems’ induction heating systems for welding applications, has proven its technology on a number of projects, including oil and gas pipelines, heavy equipment construction and maintenance and repair of mining equipment.

SAFETY
Pan Gulf is proud of its outstanding record, which is a direct reflection of the group’s strict safety policy. All staff and sub-contractors are expected to adhere to stringent regulations and procedures and Pan Gulf Welding Solutions conforms to all guidelines and guarantees the safety of its products.
Products are designed to protect against industrial hazards, offering outstanding value and practical solutions for industrial safety concerns. Regular training is carried out and standards are constantly monitored.

TRAINING
One of the company’s  important objectives is to spread knowledge of its products and their features to assure optimal performance and ease of use on daily basis.
Staff training is a key factor of Pan Gulf’s success in maintaining the high standards of expertise and quality which have earned the group its reputation world-wide. Pan Gulf carries out comprehensive training internally, whilst key staff receive factory training and certification by attending external training programmes at manufacturer’s facilities.

THE FUTURE
The Pan Gulf Group continues to look for opportunities that will expand its operational base in Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and capabilities on a world-wide basis either through acquisition or organic growth.
As the future of the Saudi Arabian market for steel fabrication and related business continues to grow at a rapid pace, Pan Gulf Welding Solutions looks to capitalise on this, providing a one-stop welding solutions and supplier business to service the industry.
Pan Gulf Welding Solutions will continue to build on its excellent partnerships, expanding its network as it diversifies into further Middle Eastern countries.
The group’s vision and mission is to expand and branch out in the coming years and build a finely tuned, educated and dedicated staff.
The product lines will increase and Pan Gulf Welding Solutions looks forward to building and developing strong brand names and awareness in the Middle East.
Based in Al Khobar, Pan Gulf Welding Solutions has offices located across Saudi Arabia (Jubail, Riyadh, Jeddah, and Yanbu), with an office in Bahrain.
The company also has representation in India, the UK and China.

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