Overview
Lascentrum Norge AS was established in 2013 as a subsidiary of the Dutch company Lascentrum Welding & Cutting. It transitioned to a wholly Norwegian-owned entity in 2022, operating independently within the Norwegian welding industry. Strategically located in Ytre Enebakk, Akershus, Norway, its primary operations are based at Andersrudveien 1.
Business Operations
Lascentrum Norge AS specializes in importing and wholesaling welding equipment and consumables for distributors across Norway. It plays a crucial role in training and certifying welders, brazers, and machine operators nationwide. Renowned for high-quality customer service, the company is dedicated to attracting top talent and partners in the industry.
Exclusive Distributorships
- Hyundai Welding: A leading global supplier of welding consumables and machinery.
- AXXAIR: Provides an extensive range of orbital welding, edge preparation, and beveling equipment.
- Reuter Works: Offers high-quality electrochemical cleaning solutions from a reputable German supplier.
Through partnerships with these and other reputable suppliers, Lascentrum ensures access to a wide array of welding-related products.
Services and Expertise
Focused on personalized service, Lascentrum Norge AS excels in orbital welding. In February 2023, they launched calibration services for back-pressure gauges at their Ytre Enebakk facility. Additionally, they organize workshops and training sessions both on-site and at customer locations, enhancing technical proficiency across the sector.
Organizational Structure
The company is led by Tore Endsjø, CEO, who is responsible for strategic operations and growth. The leadership team includes:
- Paul Anzjøn: Warehouse Manager.
- Knut Arne Hundal: Sales Manager (from March 2024).
- Martin Ramsøe: Inhouse Sales-Technical Advisor.
- Jimmy Jahren: CTO/Regional Manager for Norway West.
- Christian Helling: System Administrator.
The team reflects a strong leadership cohort dedicated to sustaining Lascentrum's growth in the market.
Recent Highlights
- Growth and Expansion: Post-acquisition by Norwegian stakeholders in 2022, the company achieved record turnover and new hires, underlining its robust market stance.
- Product Launch: Announced the release of new welding masks from Hyundai Welding, the first in Europe to offer Leopard and Diamond models, with the anticipated Supersonic model forthcoming.
- Official Partnerships: Acts as a distributor for WS Welding products, fulfilling welder requirements nationwide.
Contact Information
For further details, visit [Lascentrum's website](https://www.lascentrumnorge.no/) or contact via phone at +47 69244141 during business hours (Monday-Friday) or email norge@lascentrum.no.
Competitor Profiling
Lascentrum Norge AS faces competition from prominent global entities like Kemppi, Miller Electric, and ESAB Corporation, each offering a broad spectrum of welding and cutting equipment.
Kemppi Group
Kemppi Group specializes in welding equipment and software solutions and maintains significant market influence.
- Products: MIG, TIG, and robotic welding systems.
- Leadership: Led by Antti Kemppi, Executive Chairman.
Miller Electric
Renowned for innovative welding technology, Miller Electric is focused on expanding its equipment offerings, including MIG, TIG, and engine-driven welders.
- Innovations: Noteworthy developments include ClearLight™ 4x lens technology.
ESAB Corporation
ESAB Corporation is a cornerstone in welding and cutting technology, providing a comprehensive range of equipment and supplies for varied industrial applications, with over 120 years of experience rooted in Swedish origins.
Lascentrum Norge AS strengthens its position in the competitive Norwegian welding market through a commitment to innovation and quality, engaging in exhibitions across Europe to enhance visibility and foster collaborations within the specialized fabrication equipment sector.
