Process Upgrade ROI Calculator

Calculate return on investment for upgrading welding process (e.g., SMAW to GMAW or manual to robotic)

Input Parameters

Results

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Savings per Lb Deposited
$/lb
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Annual Savings (2000 hr)
$
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Payback Period
months
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First Year ROI
%
Note: Consider total cost of ownership: equipment, training, consumables, maintenance, shielding gas. Typical SMAW to GMAW upgrade payback is 3-9 months.

Reference

Savings/lb = (Current Cost/hr / Current Depo) - (New Cost/hr / New Depo) Annual Savings = Savings/lb x Annual lb Deposited Payback = Investment / Annual Savings x 12 months ROI = (Annual Savings - Investment) / Investment x 100