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February 28, 2025

Arc3 Gases Expands Reach into Pennsylvania with Acquisition of Economy Welding & Industrial Supply

Dunn, North Carolina- Arc3 Gases is pleased to announce the acquisition of Economy Welding & Industrial Supply LLC in Baden, Pennsylvania. Arc3 Gases is one of the largest privately owned and independently operated welding supply and industrial gas distributors in the country and serves customers in 9 states from Florida to Pennsylvania. This strategic acquisition brings Arc3 Gases to the robust Pittsburgh area market, and the Baden location will be its 59th retail store. 

By joining Arc3 Gases, Economy Welding’s customers will have access to a broader selection of premier welding brands and enhanced gas solutions while retaining the same local and responsive customer service to which they have become accustomed. 

“We are thrilled to welcome Economy Welding into the Arc3 Gases family,” said Emmett Aldredge III, President at Arc3 Gases. “Their superior customer service and local expertise aligns perfectly with our commitment to reliability, responsiveness, technical expertise, and relationships built on trust. Together, we look forward to a bright and successful future.” 

“We’re excited to join forces with Arc3 Gases, a company that shares our dedication to customer service and quality products,” said Stephen Rosenthal, Vice President of Economy Welding & Industrial Supplies, LLC. “This partnership brings expanded resources and new opportunities to our customers while maintaining the same trusted relationships they’ve relied on for years.”  

About Arc3 Gases 

Arc3 Gases is a trusted provider of industrial, specialty, bulk and microbulk, medical, and beverage gases, along with welding equipment and supplies, safety supplies, and dry ice. With roots dating back 100 years, Arc3 Gases was formed in 2013 through the merger of Machine and Welding Supply Company of Dunn, North Carolina, and Arcet Equipment Company of Richmond, Virginia. A family-owned business, Arc3 Gases is committed to delivering value-added solutions and building lasting relationships based on trust with its customers, suppliers and employees while giving back to the communities in which it operates.