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Key points

• Doubled the number of welds completed in a day
• Increased effectiveness of welders at any skill level

Summary Section

With today’s global economy, the founders of Dixie Mechanical realized they were no longer competing against local welding companies for the same jobs, but companies all across the world. By investing in the most reliable, top-quality equipment, they were able to double the number of welds done per day and bridge the skill gap between new and experienced team members.

About

Dixie Mechanical has been around for over 20 years, though much of its leadership has been in the welding industry for decades longer. They’ve become a trusted name for pipe fabrication, especially in the national energy sector with oil & gas, power generation, refining and renewable markets. As power consumption is only increasing in the United States, Dixie Mechanical has found itself in a critical yet highly competitive industry.

The Challenges

When Greg Howell first started in the welding industry, it was common to compete for jobs against other local American companies. But in today’s global economy, he realized that his company, Dixie Mechanical, was now in competition with companies from all around the world.

Ultimately, Greg’s potential clients cared about quality and costs, and Dixie Mechanical needed equipment that could take both of those factors to the next level.

The Solution

Dixie Mechanical decided to invest in equipment from the most reliable brands in the industry. For example, by purchasing the Miller PipeWorx 400, Dixie Mechanical’s welders drastically increased their speed while welding stainless steel piping without sacrificing quality. The PipeWorx’s user-friendliness also allowed newer team members to become more effective and efficient much quicker than when compared to Dixie Mechanical’s previous equipment.

The Results

Using new equipment from some of the top brands in the industry, Dixie Mechanical was able to double the number of welds completed per day. This allowed them to be much more competitive in a global market, where jobs often come down to speed and cost without sacrificing quality. “Projects are just so much faster nowadays. Being able to meet the customer’s schedule is important, and sometimes the schedules are really demanding,” concluded Dixie Mechanical’s President Greg Howell.