The 160 Employee Owners of CK Supply Inc. have been selected to carry on operations of 101-Year-old Columbia Welding and Machine LLC in Columbia, MO.
The 160 Employee Owners of CK Supply Inc. have been selected to carry on operations of 101-Year-old Columbia Welding and Machine LLC in Columbia, MO.CK Supply Inc. completed the acquisition of Columbia Welding and Machine LLC., the leading supplier of welding supplies and compressed gases in Columbia, MO.
“We are excited and appreciative about the opportunity to continue the legacy of Columbia Welding and Machine. Their reputation for superior customer service and quality products is unmatched in the region.” stated Brad Dunn, CEO of CK Supply Inc.
Columbia Welding and Machine has been the leading, independent source in the Columbia, MO area for welding supplies and gases for over 101 years. Co-Owner Jay Curry stated, “When looking for a buyer I wanted a company that would take care of customers in the same manner that has made us successful for all these years, and CK Supply Inc., and their team fits the bill.”
The Columbia Welding and Machine property located at 1333 Business Loop 70 E, Columbia, MO will be CK Supply’s seventh retail store and will remain the primary destination for the region’s experts in metal fabrication, manufacturing, welding, and mechanical contracting to source their gases and welding equipment, as CK Supply Inc. takes over operations and expands service offerings. New lines will include forklift and heating propane, welder rental and repair, dry ice, welding automation, training, specialty gasses and many more.
Both parties are fully committed to ensuring that customers continue to experience best in class service levels during and after the transition to CK Supply Inc.
Headquartered in St. Louis, MO, CK Supply Inc., holds an over 75-year reputation as a leader in compressed gases, dry ice, and welding equipment distribution in the Midwest. Built upon the core values of People Oriented, Solutions Focused, Driven, and Passionate, CK Supply Inc. will remain an independent, family and employee-owned distributor in the Columbia, MO region, allowing its partners the opportunity to continue supporting local jobs
and keep resources within the community.
While this press release provides a formal announcement of two companies’ success, it does not begin to tell the whole story! We invite you to call, email or visit us to Discover the Difference when it comes to your chosen supply partner, strategic buyer of your business or consideration of a future career!
For Inquiries, career opportunities or to set up an account please contact Barry Burns, Central Region Retail Manager by email at [email protected] or visit CKSupply.com.
