Central Ohio Welding has been a part of Ohio’s manufacturing story for more than 100 years. From our beginnings as a small repair facility to becoming a trusted supplier of gases, welding supplies, and technical services, we’ve grown alongside the industries that shape our region.
Central Ohio Welding Inc. was founded in 1911 as a welding repair shop. A few years later, we began delivering compressed gases and welding supplies across Columbus and the surrounding area. As Ohio’s industrial economy grew, so did we.
Our trucks delivered to manufacturers building military equipment during WWI and WWII, and we supported some of Ohio’s largest industries, including steel and coal, through periods of both growth and decline. Nearly 45 years ago, the company’s founding families began the process of transitioning ownership to our employees. Today, Central Ohio Welding is proud to be 100% employee-owned.
We believe in American manufacturing and its rebirth in Ohio. That belief is what drives our continued investment in equipment, facilities, and innovation.
In 2020, we moved into a new, much larger facility in Columbus. In 2021, we launched a modern cylinder fill plant. In 2023, we expanded into propane, and in 2024, we added food-grade certification for filling Nitrogen and CO2. These improvements help us better serve our customers and prepare for the future.
Every member of our team is an employee-owner. We know gases, welding supplies, manufacturing, construction, and how critical the right materials are in laboratory environments. Our people are constantly training in the newest technologies, including welding automation and laser welding.
That hands-on experience and technical knowledge shape how we support our customers, from product selection to process improvement.
Our goal is simple: to help our customers become more productive, more profitable, and more competitive. We work to solve problems, recommend smart solutions, and act as a true partner – not just a supplier.
We know you have options. We want to be the one that makes a difference.
We exist to help our customers thrive by delivering not just products, but smart, technical solutions. Our mission is rooted in supporting American manufacturing, strengthening our community, and building long-term relationships that create value.
Our main facility houses our full inventory, service team, and customer support staff. Here, we coordinate orders, service requests, and delivery to customers across the region.
Our authorized reseller at Ace Hardware in Baltimore, Ohio, keeps cylinders and hardgoods on consignment for customer convenience. Our partnership makes it easier to access essential products closer to where you live and work. We’ll be adding more authorized resellers in the future to continue expanding availability.
Our strength lies in the relationships we’ve built – not only with our customers, but with trusted vendors, manufacturers, and industry experts. These partnerships help us deliver the quality, reliability, and innovation our clients expect.
We’re proud to work with some of the most respected names in the industry, including:
Pioneers in advanced water-soluble welding solutions, helping create cleaner, safer job sites.
Our primary source for Welding Automation Equipment, including Robots and Cobots. This Hicksville, Ohio based company delivers unbeatable solutions and incredible service.
A leader in TIG welding technology, known for durable torches and innovative accessories.
High-quality filler metals that meet the toughest industry standards for performance.
Global innovators in welding technology, efficiency, and process reliability.
Manufacturers of premium welding, cutting, brazing, and soldering products.
Proven filler metals engineered for consistent weld quality and productivity.
Weld Red! Cleveland, Ohio based supplier of Welding Machines, Welding Consumables, PPE, Automation Solutions, and Plasma Cutters.
Suppliers of industrial gases and solutions that power cutting and welding applications.
A go-to brand for reliable, easy-to-use welding machines and safety equipment.
Theo Laser makes laser welding safe. Featuring a full line of laser welding machines and consumables, Theo Laser is our go-to source for everything related to Laser Welding.
Our go-to supplier for Welding Chemicals, including Anti-Spatters, Welding Cleaners, and products for NDT (Non-Destructive Testing).
If you’d like to learn more about who we are, how we work, or how we can help, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out to us today for more information.