Author: Steve Guglielmo

Arc3 Gases announced on its company LinkedIn page that it had acquired Hall’s Welding Supplies in Liverpool, Ohio. The acquisition marks Arc3’s 60th store. “Through this acquisition, Arc3 Gases is bringing our extensive industrial gas capabilities and access to all leading premium brands of welding supplies to Ohio. We’re excited to welcome a local team that shares our values and our commitment to responsive service, technical expertise, and trusted relationships.” “We are thrilled to welcome Hall’s Welding Supplies,” said Emmett Aldredge III, President at Arc3 Gases. “Their dedication to customer service and deep local knowledge reflect the same values that…

Phil Kirby has been promoted to Executive Vice President. In his new position, Mr. Kirby will oversee the sales and branch management of the six geographic regions of Holston Gases and will report directly to President/CEO Joe Baxter. Mr. Kirby has worked for Holston Gases for over 38 years, joining the company right out of high school. He has excelled at every assignment given to him, moving through the ranks from truck driver, outside sales, branch management, and then regional management. “There is no one at Holston Gases that has more credibility and respect than Phil Kirby. We are confident…

GAWDA extends its condolences to the friends and family of Donald Michael Bobyk, who passed away on September 25. Don was retired for the past five years from Gas Innovations, where he was instrumental in developing a very successful company. He loved all his co-workers and friends and cherished the relationships built over the many years he was in the industrial gas industry. In lieu of flowers, you may send memorials to U.S. Pain Foundation, 15 North Main Street, Unit 100, West Hartford, CT 06107 or Chronic Pain Research Alliance, P.O. Box 26770, Milwaukee, WI 53226. To read a full…

GAWDA extends its condolences to the friends and family of Donald Stobaugh, who passed away on September 29, 2025 at the age of 75. Donald spent a career in the welding and industrial gas industry. “After high school, he attended Tulsa Welding School, where he began building the foundation for a lifelong career in the welding supply and industrial gas industry.  He worked at Flint Steel before beginning his entrepreneurial journey.  In 1978, he co-founded D&M Welding Supply, followed by Alloy Welding Supply in 1982, and later Tulsa Gas & Gear in 2011. His vision and work ethic left a…

According to a post on iwdc.coop, ARC Gas & Supply opened an Akron, OH, location. This will be the company’s second location, along with its headquarters in Cleveland. New Address: 2400 South Main Street Akron, Ohio 44319 PH: 234-999-9353 For more information, please contact Danny Strazzanti, VP ([email protected]) or Jeff Steiger, CFO ([email protected]).

According to a post on the company’s LinkedIn Page, Hohenschild Welders Supply’s brand-new cylinder plant is officially online in downtown Kansas City. “We’re now filling oxygen, argon, nitrogen, carbon dioxide, and propane right here on site in KC. This new capability is just another way we’re committed to serving our customers with reliable gas supply and service.”

According to a Formal Industry Letter from Huber Supply Co., Inc. CEO Doug Huber: It is with great pride that I announce the promotion of Cal Huber from Vice President of Operations to President of Huber Supply Co., Inc. Cal began working at Huber Supply at just 14 years old, starting in the shop cleaning and helping wherever needed. Over the past 18 years, he has gained experience in nearly every role across the company, building a deep understanding of both our operations and our customers. His ability to evaluate every aspect of the business and drive meaningful improvements has…

GAWDA extends its condolences to the friends and family of Chris Leahy, who passed away on August 25, 2025. With heavy hearts, we remember and honor the life of Chris Leahy, who left us on August 25, 2025, at the age of 67, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. Chris was a beloved husband, father, brother, friend, and industry partner whose legacy will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. Born on October 12, 1957, in Manhasset, NY, Chris was the son of the late Charles and Justine Leahy. Raised in Wantagh, NY, he spent his…

FMCSA Announces Limits on CDLs and CLPs for Non-Domiciled Drivers.  The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration has issued an interim final rule that restricts how states issue and commercial driver’s licenses and commercial learner’s permits to individuals from outside of the United States. It tightens eligibility, strengthens safeguards, and makes clear when these licenses must be canceled or revoked.  The rule: Limits individuals eligible for non-domiciled CLPs and CDLs to foreign individuals in lawful status in the United States in certain employment-based, non-immigrant categories, certain individuals domiciled in a U.S. territory, and individuals domiciled in a state that is prohibited…

B&J Welding Supply, on its company Facebook page, announced the grand opening of its new Odessa, TX location. B&J is ready and excited to serve the Permian Basin Community. “From industrial gases, propane, welding supplies and more, our team is ready to serve you with the same excellent customer service we are known for.” The new store is located at: 3813 N CR West, Odessa, TX 79764