Welding positioners are designed to manipulate a non-cylindrical work-piece so as to present the weld instantly in the down hand position to the operator or welding head. The work-piece itself is mounted on the positioner table which can then be both rotated and tilted to manipulate the work-piece into the required position.

The use of a welding positioner enables the operator to manipulate his own work-piece un-assisted, provides accurate and consistent rotation speeds for high quality welds and optimum deposition rates, saves time wasted by cranes and reduces accident hazards and speeds up work and increases output through greater efficiency leading to a reduction in welding costs.