Author: Steve Guglielmo

According to an article from The Philadelphia Inquirer, Airgas founder Peter McCausland and his wife, Bonnie, donates $75 million to his alma mater, the University of South Carolina. Per the article, “On Wednesday, McCausland and his wife, Bonnie, who live in Hobe Sound, Fla., but still maintain a residence just outside Philadelphia, along with their foundation, donated $75 million to the school, one of the largest gifts from individuals in the school’s nearly 225-year history. The gift will go to the university’s College of Arts and Sciences, which will be renamed for the McCauslands. It will be used to create…

According to a post from the IWDC, Lampton is excited to announce the placement of two key additions to the leadership team. Mr. Cory Harner will rise to serve as the Northern Regional Sales Manager. Mr. Scott Bendawald will rise to serve as the Southern Regional Sales Manager. Both of these roles are new to a refreshed organizational structure. “The placement of these two very talented and tenacious individuals provides us with a renewed vigor on expansion of the business and intelligent sales growth. These new roles combined with the respective talent placed within them, will act as strong catalysts…

According to a post on the company’s LinkedIn page, Norco, Inc. has promoted Stuart Wesselman to the position of Regional Vice President of Industrial. “Stuart began his career with Norco at the Moses Lake branch in June 2015 as a medical route driver. He received valuable Norco industrial experience when he later moved into an industrial customer service/team lead position. His previous background in management, farming, and industrial was well suited to this role. Stuart accepted the Moses Lake branch manager position in May 2018. For the past 7 years, he has helped increase sales and operational efficiency within the…

American Welding & Gas is honored to announce the appointment of Temple Sloan, IV as Interim Chief Executive Officer effective immediately. Mr. Sloan, a graduate of the United States Naval Academy and the Duke University Fuqua School of Business, brings years of leadership experience from his prior work at AWG and service to our country in the U.S. Navy’s special warfare operations (SEAL) teams. Working closely with the Board of Directors and executive team, Mr. Sloan will guide AWG during its ongoing search for a permanent CEO. American Welding & Gas is one of the United States’ largest manufacturers and…

Medical Gas Compliance Alert Medical Oxygen and Air Label Revisions This GAWDA Medical Gas Compliance Alert is meant to inform GAWDA members that the medical oxygen and medical air labels are being revised according to the new medical gas regulations and new OSHA and GHS requirements. Here are the primary revisions: Medical Oxygen Changes The “Rx only” statement has been changed to “Rx required” No Smoking/No Vaping text and pictograms are to appear on the label OSHA/GHS warning statements have been revised Medical Air Changes The “emergency use” option has been removed from the label text The changes are to…

GAWDA Media was lucky enough to visit Norco and be treated to a tour of the company’s Boise, Idaho, headquarters. Thank you so much to Norco CEO Nicole Kissler, Executive Vice President of Industrial Rob Silva. and Executive Vice President of Norco’s Industrial Division Larry Booth, who will be retiring this summer and is helping to transition Rob to his new role, for hosting us and graciously providing this tour. Norco has been a member of GAWDA since 1948 and is one of the association’s largest independent distributors. We can’t thank you enough for your hospitality and continued support of…

It is with deep sadness that GAWDA Announces the passing of past GAWDA President Frank Middleton. Frank served as NWSA President in 1988-89. He passed away on February 22, 2025. Frank is survived by his loving wife, Mary, who relayed to GAWDA how much Frank cherished his time as NWSA President. Former GAWDA President Jack Butler fondly remembered Frank as being a change agent within the association. “Frank was from the Great Generation but his attitude and demeanor were more like the Baby Boomers that would follow him as President. He was a fun-loving California-guy, one of the first Presidents from…

According to a post on the company’s LinkedIn Page, Sutton-Garten company has added operations in East Chicago. FRESH Dry ice, dry ice blasting equipment rentals, and much more including outstanding customer service for Chicagoland, and all of Northwest Indiana! sgdryice.com”

According to a post on the company’s Facebook page, Atlas Welding Supply sponsored the Welder Workshop at Local 372 in Duncanville, supporting 70 junior college instructors as they train the next generation of welders. “Skilled welders are the backbone of countless industries, and we’re proud to invest in the education and training that will shape the future workforce,” the company said.

According to a post from IWDC, Core Industrial Gases Inc., a proudly independent Canadian gas distributor, is pleased to announce its acquisition of Cobourg Welding Supply, effective April 7, 2025. This acquisition strengthens Core’s presence in Eastern Ontario and reinforces its commitment to delivering technically sound, customer-focused solutions across the province. With a track record of industry-leading responsiveness, knowledgeable support, and investments in advanced technology, Core Industrial Gases has built its business around one mission: We fill gas. We move gas. We do it better than anyone. “Cobourg Welding Supply has earned the trust of its customers by staying local,…