Classic Electrodes (India) was originally incorporated as ‘Classic Electrodes (India) Private Limited’ a private limited company under the Companies Act, 1956 at Calcutta, West Bengal, pursuant to a certificate of incorporation dated September, 30, 1997, issued by the Registrar of Companies, Kolkata (RoC). Thereafter, name of the company was changed from ‘Classic Electrodes (India) Private Limited’ to ‘Classic Electrodes (India) Limited’, consequent to conversion of the company from private to public company, pursuant to a special resolution passed by the shareholders of the company on April 18, 2009 and a fresh certificate of incorporation consequent to change of name was issued by the Registrar of Companies, Kolkata on June 13, 2009. 

The company is engaged in the business of manufacturing welding electrodes and providing engineering solutions to customers both in domestic and international market. It provides a wide range of product offerings including General Purpose Electrodes, Low Alloy Electrodes, Low Hydrogen Electrodes, Stainless Steel Electrodes, Hard Facing Electrodes, Cast Iron Electrodes, Non-Ferrous Electrodes, Low Heat Input Electrodes, Cutting and Gauging Electrodes, Mig Wires etc. 

It is focused on alloy and process development, quality and design, which has allowed it to develop products suited to its customers’ requirements. It has expertise to design, develop and manufacture complex and specialized industrial equipment and components for OEM’s and end user industries. The company, which housed a team of several employees who are deployed in various departments as of February 28, 2025, along with its decades of experience in welding electrodes, enables it to develop specialized products and solutions. The company specializes in the manufacturing of general electrodes and MIG wires, which constitute the majority of its turnover.

The company procures wire rods, rutile, and other raw materials primarily for captive consumption and when the market opportunities arise, the company sells surplus raw materials, primarily wire rods, to peers and other players in the same industry. Wire rods are a critical raw material in electrode manufacturing, and their bulk procurement enables the company to secure volume discounts from suppliers. This strategic advantage allows the company to trade these materials profitably, offering customers reasonable margins. 

Business area of the company

The company is engaged in the business of manufacturing welding electrodes and providing engineering solutions to customers both in domestic and international market. The company specializes in the manufacturing of general electrodes and MIG wires, which constitute the majority of its turnover. The company apart from producing high-volume General-Purpose Electrodes is involved in production of high-quality special consumable like Low hydrogen, Low Alloy, Stainless steel, Cast Iron, Hard surfacing and Reclamation electrodes. Tailor-made products for specific requirement can also be provided. These special products are being marketed all over India through company's strong distribution network.

Products of the company

• General Purpose Electrodes
• Low Alloy Electrodes
• Low Hydrogen Electrodes
• Stainless Steel
• Hard Facing Electrodes
• Cast Iron Electrode
• Non-Ferrous Electrode
• Low Heat Input Electrodes
• Cutting and Gauging Electrodes
• Mig Wires

History and milestones

• 1997: Incorporation of Classic Electrodes (India) Private Limited
• 1998: The company commenced business of manufacturing of welding electrodes in Tikiapara, Howrah, West Bengal, achieving ISO 9001 Certification 
• 2000: Factory approval by Bureau of Indian Standards 
• 2004: Factory approval by the Research Designs and Standards Organisation
• 2009: Amalgamation of Pooja Welding Private Limited with Classic Electrodes (India) Private Limited 
• 2009: Relocation of the factory to Dhulagarh, enabling an increase in production capacity and introduction of diversified products such as mild steel MIG wire. 
• 2012: Approvals from prestigious organizations like IBR, IRS, Lloyds and MN Dastur & Co Pvt. Ltd 
• 2014: In its pursuit of geographical expansion and customer-centricity the Company’s Unit 2 is established in Bahadurgarh, India 
• 2017: Accreditation by CE, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 for sustainability and safety 
• 2021: Integration of Upgraded manufacturing technology for Stainless Steel MIG wire 
• 2022: Relocation of Unit 2 from Barhana, amplifying production capacity with unparalleled efficiency and reliabili