Common Welding Machine Brands in Melbourne

1. WIA (Welding Industries of Australia)

🇦🇺 Australian brand – Reliable and popular in both industrial and workshop environments.

• Known for: Durable MIG and Stick welders, especially for structural steel and site work.

• Popular models: WIA Weldmatic 200i, 350 Classic

• Strengths: Built tough for Australian conditions, strong local support

Where to buy: BOC, Total Tools, independent welding suppliers

2. UNIMIG

🇦🇺 Australian-owned, made overseas – popular for budget-friendly and high-performance machines.

• Known for: MIG, TIG, plasma cutters; popular in fabrication workshops and apprenticeships.

• Popular models: UNIMIG Razor 200, Viper 185, Razorweld 250

• Strengths: Versatile, affordable, and packed with features like inverter tech

Where to buy: Total Tools, Sydney Tools, Blackwoods

3. Lincoln Electric

🇺🇸 American brand – A global leader with strong distribution in Australia.

• Known for: Professional-grade welders for heavy industry and site work.

• Popular models: Power MIG 210MP, Invertec V160-T

• Strengths: Reliable, premium performance, especially in industrial use

Where to buy: BOC, Welding Superstore, Hare & Forbes

4. Miller Electric

🇺🇸 Premium American brand – High-end machines for advanced users and industrial use.

• Known for: Excellent TIG and MIG performance, especially in stainless steel and aluminium work.

• Popular models: Miller Multimatic 215, Dynasty 210DX

• Strengths: High quality, advanced features, but higher cost

Where to buy: Welding Superstore, Ensitech, select dealers

5. Cigweld (ESAB)

🇦🇺/🇸🇪 Owned by ESAB (Sweden), but very well-known in Australia.

• Known for: Reliable MIG/TIG/Stick units, electrodes, and consumables.

• Popular models: Transmig 185, WeldSkill 205AC/DC

• Strengths: Great for workshops and tradies, excellent value

Where to buy: Bunnings (entry-level), Total Tools, welding supply stores

6. Bossweld

🇦🇺 Budget brand – Suited for DIYers, light fabrication, and entry-level users.

• Known for: Affordable inverter welders, MIGs, and plasma cutters.

• Popular models: Bossweld Multitrade 200X, DigiPro 200

• Strengths: Good value, easy to use, locally supported

Where to buy: Bunnings, Gasweld, Mitre 10

7. Everlast

🇺🇸/🇨🇳 Gaining popularity in Australia for budget TIG and multi-process machines.

• Known for: Feature-rich machines at a lower price point.

• Popular models: Everlast PowerTIG 200DV, PowerMTS 211Si

• Strengths: Strong TIG performance for price, good for stainless/aluminium

Where to buy: Online retailers, eBay, specialty importers

Final Tips When Choosing a Brand:

• For on-site steel work: WIA, Lincoln, or UNIMIG are most common.

• For workshop TIG (aluminium/stainless): Miller or Everlast.

• For value/DIY: Bossweld or Cigweld’s WeldSkill series.