Author: Steve Guglielmo

Western Enterprises is pleased to announce it has selected Shannon Ketvertes as the new Marketing Manager reporting to the VP of Sales and Marketing, Jeff Ghilani. Ketvertes, who earned a degree in Broadcast Journalism and Communications from Cleveland State University, has successfully managed a marketing consulting business since 2013, helping small businesses and entrepreneurs with marketing and branding services.  She also earned a minor in business management and a certification in graphic design, along with her degree. Her experience has guided her career to award-winning success with a wide range of industries in marketing leadership roles. Ketvertes brings a wealth…

Bug-O Systems announced on Facebook that it has added G&E Welding Supply in New Castle, Delaware, as a new Bug-O Distributor Other February 1 Connection News and New Products: In Memoriam: Linda J. Rosenthal Next Century Growth: New Automated Fill Plant – KEEN Compressed Gas Bug-O Systems Adds G&E Welding Supply As Distributor Ketvertes named new Marketing Manager at Western Enterprises Harris Products Group Helps Grayson County Students with Brazing and Soldering Skills Training Airco Gases/Big 3 Gas and Supply Announce First New Hire To Support Welders Warehouse Acquisition AWISCO Launches New Website Weldcoa to Host ASSE 6015 Bulk Medical…

Linda J. Rosenthal passed away peacefully at her home on Tuesday, January 28, 2020. She was 75. She is survived by her husband, Donald (President of Economy Welding and Industrial Supply); sister, Judy Moore (the late Jack); three nephews, Danny (Mary), Brian (Michele) and Craig (Tracy); and two stepsons, Stephen and Peter (Heather); two grandsons; several grandnephews and grandnieces. Linda was born in Pittsburgh and was raised in Brentwood, PA. She received her bachelor’s degree in education from Clarion University and a master’s degree from the University of Pittsburgh, also in education. Linda taught English in the Pittsburgh city schools…

IRS Issues Guidance for Retroactive Biodiesel and Propane Tax Credit Claims.  The Internal Revenue Service has issued guidance for companies seeking to file claims for biodiesel and bioheat mixtures during the 2018 and 2019 tax years. Congress reinstated the biodiesel tax credit for five years, or retroactively through 2022, as part of a year-end tax and spending deal. President Trump signed the bill into law on December 20, 2019. The deal provides a $1-per-gallon tax credit for qualified blends of biodiesel and renewable diesel made during the 2018 and 2019 tax years and extends the incentive at $1-per-gallon through December…

Lincoln Electric Holdings, Inc., (the “Company”) (Nasdaq: LECO) congratulates board directors, Kathryn J. Lincoln and Hellene S. Runtagh, who have been named to WomenInc.’s 2019 Most Influential Corporate Directors list. WomenInc. Magazine highlights women’s achievements in business and the Most Influential Corporate Directors list features top women executives and influencers who represent corporate board leadership, diversity and excellence. “WomenInc. is proud to showcase the achievements of distinguished women serving on corporate boards,” said WomenInc. Magazine Executive Vice President and Chief Communications Officer Catrina Young. “We are inspired by the companies and individuals recognized on our 2019 list and are proud to share these…

Butler Gas debuted its driver documentary, What is it Like to Drive With Butler Gas? The description of the documentary says, “Go inside the truck with the growth drivers of Butler Gas. This special behind-the-scenes documentary captures a day in the life of a Butler Gas driver. Our CDL Class A hazmat and tanker endorsed professionals are the best in the business. From cylinders to bulk, rain or shine, these drivers do it all. We look forward to seeing you on the road.” Watch What is it Like to Drive With Butler Gas? below.

Airco Gases, Inc. announces the formation of Big 3 Gas and Supply, LLC., a subsidiary company structured to facilitate aggressive expansion through organic growth strategies and targeted acquisitions.   Marvin Rodgers, III, president of Airco Gases notes that “too often in the process of consolidation in our industry, the choice for owners wishing to take some risk off the table is binary, and requires a complete divestiture of their company accompanied by significant cultural change for their operations.   Big 3 allows owners desiring one, an opportunity to remain engaged and invested in the business and to perpetuate the customer centric values…

Acme Cryogenics welcomed Tarah Sutter to the company as its new Marketing Coordinator. Tarah began at the company’s Allentown, Pennsylvania, location on January 6. She reports to Dave Edge, director of technical sales and marketing. Tarah can be reached by phone at 610-791-7909 ext. 608 or by email at [email protected].

Effective January 6, 2020, TOMCO2 Systems welcomes Trey Smith as their new Senior Product Manager.  In his role Trey will focus on growing and further developing TOMCO’s Food Systems and Dry Ice market segments and report directly to Jeff Holyoak, Vice President Sales and Market Development.  He will be responsible for implementing growth strategies, product line expansion, and market development for the extensive line of Meat & Poultry Processing equipment as well as all dry ice production and application equipment. TOMCO has a complete line of cold chain food processing equipment in both CO2 and Nitrogen applications coupled with small…

Long time WEMCO Member and Past Chair, Jeff Deckrow, was recognized by current WEMCO Chair, Steve Fyffe, and the Executive Committee in the Exceptional Category of Excellence In Welding Awards. This is Jeff’s retirement year after decades of unparalleled contributions to the welding industry, volunteering for WEMCO, GAWDA, AWS and the AWS Foundation. Jeff will continue serving in a few committees after retirement.