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  • May 02, 2023

American Welding & Gas, Inc. Welcomes Coastal Welding Supply to the AWG Family

Beaumont, Texas. May 1, 2023. It is with great pleasure that we welcome the over 200 teammates of Coastal Welding Supply and its related affiliates to our AWG family.  Currently led by Chuck Mazoch, Barbara (Mazoch) Nelson, and Tom Johnson, Coastal is one of the most well-respected, high-quality producers and distributors of gases and welding supplies in the United States.  Known for its...

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  • April 17, 2023

American Welding & Gas, Inc. Acquires Tricounty Gas, Inc.

Buffalo, Wyoming--April 17, 2023.  American Welding & Gas, Inc. (“AWG”) is pleased to announce that Tricounty Gas Inc. has joined the AWG team. Headquartered in Buffalo, WY since 2004, Tricounty Gas has built a strong reputation for prompt, professional service for its gas customers. Tricounty Gas is locally owned and operated by Tom Weber. “Tom Weber and hi...

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  • October 03, 2022

American Welding & Gas, Inc. Acquires Industrial Gas Assets of F&M MAFCO, Inc.

Harrison, OH. October 3, 2022.  We are pleased to welcome the team from the industrial gas portion of F&M MAFCO, Inc. to American Welding & Gas, Inc. (“AWG”).  AWG is one of the nation’s largest independently owned producer and distributor of industrial, medical and specialty gases. F&M MAFCO, Inc. (“F&M”) provides site services international...

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  • July 26, 2022

American Welding & Gas, Inc. Acquires Assets of NFC Company, Inc. - Chicago, IL

Chicago, IL. July 26, 2022.  American Welding & Gas, Inc. (“AWG”) is pleased to announce that NFC Company Inc., headquartered in Chicago, IL since 1974, has joined forces with AWG. NFC has built a strong reputation for prompt, professional service for its gas customers. NFC Company Inc. is locally owned and operated by Norb, Dorothy, Ben and Dan Francis. “To...

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  • December 13, 2021

American Welding & Gas, Inc. (AWG) Acquires Sexton Welding Supply Co., Inc. - Huntsville, AL

Huntsville, Alabama. December 13, 2021.  We are pleased to welcome the team at Sexton Welding Supply Co., Inc. to American Welding & Gas, Inc. (“AWG”), one of the nation’s largest independently owned producer and distributor of industrial, medical and specialty gases. Sexton Welding Supply Co., Inc. (“SWS”) is a distributor of industrial and medical gases and...

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  • May 24, 2021

AWG acquires A+ Distributing, Inc. - Strawberry Point, IA

On May 3, 2021, A+ Distributing Inc., headquartered in Strawberry Point, IA, joined forces with American Welding & Gas, Inc. (“AWG”). Locally owned and operated by Robert (Bob) and Diane Maker, A+ Distributing Inc. has built a strong reputation for prompt, professional service for its CO2 customers. “After 20 years in the CO2 business, we are pleased to be joining th...

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  • April 15, 2021

American Welding & Gas, Inc. Promotes Zach Schadek to VP of Specialty Gas Sales

American Welding & Gas, Inc. (“AWG”) is excited to announce the promotion of  Zach Schadek from VP of Sales for AWG’s South Region to VP of Specialty Gas Sales for AWG.In his new role, Zach will assemble and lead a field sales team focused on the growth of our specialty gas business throughout AWG.  With significant investments in our specialty gas capabilities,...

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  • April 15, 2021

AWG acquires Axmen Propane

As of February 1,2021, American Welding & Gas, Inc. (“AWG”) joined forces with Axmen Propane, headquartered in Frenchtown, MT. Locally owned and operated in western Montana by the Hanson family and Mike Svoboda since 2000, Axmen Propane has built a strong reputation for prompt, professional service for its customers. The combination formed with AWG's Silvertip Propane busi...

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  • April 02, 2019

Mike Maxey assumes the role of Vice President & General Manager

Mike Maxey, current Vice President of Sales for AWG’s Central Division, has been promoted to Vice President & General Manager with sales and operations oversight for AWG’s locations in Illinois, Indiana and southern Wisconsin.  A 25 year veteran of the industry, Mike joined AWG in 2017.  Under his leadership, AWG has continued to build its brand and develop...

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  • March 15, 2019

Amy Sexton: New Director of Bulk Gas Sales for AWG

AWG is pleased to welcome Amy Sexton as Director of Bulk Gas Sales.  Based in the Chicago area, her role will focus on aggressive bulk sales growth, both directly and in support of AWG’s field sales teams throughout the country.   Amy spent her early career with a major industrial gas supplier with a focus on building out several CO2 production plants in the U.S...

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  • December 19, 2018

AWG Opens in Hopkinsville, KY

AWG is pleased to announce the opening of its 77th location in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. The new Hopkinsville location led by industry veteran, Craig Byrd, is ready to serve the gas and welding industry by providing new solutions for local businesses in Kentucky and Tennessee.   AWG, Gases & Welding Supplies4525 Pembroke RoadHopkinsville, KY(270) 87...

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  • October 22, 2018

American Welding & Gas, Inc. Joins Forces With Compressed Gas Solutions, Inc.

Raleigh, North Carolina: – American Welding & Gas, Inc. (“AWG”) announced today that it has joined forces with Compressed Gas Solutions, Inc. of Orlando, Florida; creating one of the largest independently owned industrial, medical and specialty gas operations in Central Florida.AWG, headquartered in Raleigh, NC, operates 77 retail locations and 17 fill plants; stretchin...

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  • October 08, 2018

AWG Named to 2018 Grant Thornton North Carolina 100

AWG Named to 2018 Grant Thornton North Carolina 100® Each year, Grant Thornton ranks North Carolina’s 100 largest privately owned companies.  Companies that find a spot on the Grant Thornton North Carolina 100® list are ones that greatly impact the local economy.   Together they employ over 100,000 people in a diverse group of industries. ...

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  • July 10, 2018

AWG Celebrates Grand Opening of new store in Duncan, South Carolina

June 6, 2018. AWG opened its 75th store in Spartanburg County. Located off of Interstate 85 at 1736 Victor Hill Road, Duncan, SC. Phone number (864) 336-2585. The newest branch has high visibility and has a strong team that is ready to serve the gas and welding industry. Our Branch Manager, Tim Ervin, leads an experienced team ready to take on day to day sales, any and all delivery need...

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  • March 01, 2018

Rebranding AWG

AWG is currently undergoing a rebranding campaign in an effort to develop consistency and cohesiveness amongst our branches.  While our name, “American Welding & Gas,” has not changed, we want our customers to know that our business is far greater than providing welding supplies and welding gases. Our theme around this new identity is “One AWG”.  Wi...

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  • January 10, 2018

AWG opens in Chambersburg, PA

AWG is pleased to announce the opening of our newest branch located at 602 North 5th Ave. in Chambersburg, PA.  Phone number (717) 977-5020. AWG knows its success relies on a knowledgeable, experienced and talented staff.  We gave very careful thought and consideration when assembling the great Chambersburg team we now have.  Together, Todd Benedict (Branch Manager), ...

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  • December 05, 2017

AWG sponsors Go Red For Women

Go Red For Women is a movement created by the American Heart Association (AHA) to raise awareness and take action to prevent heart disease in women.  Through donations and fund raising events, AHA offers educational programs to women on heart health and funds research designed to eliminate heart disease.  Since its inception in 2003, Go Red For Women has helped reduce the number of women...

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