ASTARAS, INC.
LARGO, FLORIDA

ASTARAS, INC., established in 2000, is a pioneering leader in the North American market for private-branded MIG, TIG, gouging, and tungsten electrodes. As part of the expansive IBG Group, an international conglomerate with production facilities across 18 countries, Astaras leverages global resources to manufacture high-quality welding equipment, including TIG torches, MIG guns, and gouging tools. The company prides itself on producing many components domestically within the USA, utilizing copper wire from reputable local suppliers for manufacturing power cables and other essential consumables. Astaras' parent entity, IBG Group based in Cologne, Germany, has accrued significant expertise in the production of tungsten products over many years through its operations primarily located in China. This manufacturing arm recently transitioned to a cutting-edge facility designed to meet mounting global demand. The company's offering spans a diverse array of tungsten-copper applications, serving industries in resistance welding, EDM, heat sinks, and electrical contacts. Headquartered at 6901 Bryan Dairy Road, Suite 160, Largo, FL, Astaras is an established Florida corporation registered under the title DOMP with a filing number P00000030235. As of its incorporation on March 24, 2000, the company has been consistently expanding its footprint within its home state and beyond. Notably, recent events include a merger occurring on June 12, 2024, followed by an annual report update in February the same year. The leadership team features Cameron S. Delong as Secretary, Alf Schmidt as Chairman, and Edward N. Wilson serving as President. For further insights into Astaras' innovative products and solutions, visit their website at www.astaras.com.