Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Source for Industrial Gases & Welding Solutions
Central Welding Supply was founded in 1975 with a commitment to exceptional customer service and localized expertise in industrial gases, welding equipment, and safety products. As a family-owned business, we prioritize responsiveness, convenience, and product quality while maintaining the values established by our founder, Mickey Wilton, after his tenure at Adams Welding Supply. Over decades, we've expanded through strategic acquisitions and new store openings across Washington, Oregon, and Alaska, always preserving our core philosophy of treating customers like family. Our team combines deep industry knowledge with hands-on experience, offering tailored solutions for professionals and hobbyists alike.We invest in staff training, maintain extensive inventory, and provide value-added services like welding classes and equipment repair. With 30 locations and satellite repair stations, we deliver prompt service backed by multigenerational expertise. Our growth reflects customer trust earned through consistent reliability, competitive pricing, and a dedication to solving technical challenges. We remain committed to evolving with industry needs while upholding the personal touch that defined our early years.
Services
Industrial Gases
Welding Equipment
Safety Products
Equipment Repair
Gas Rentals
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- Family-owned since 1975 with multigenerational industry expertise
- 30+ locations ensuring regional accessibility and quick service
- Extensive inventory with specialized product knowledge
- Complimentary technical support and welding training programs
- Acquired 25+ businesses to enhance local service capabilities
What people say
Knowledgeable staff
Excellent service
Helpful and friendly
Great prices
Prompt service
Services
Industrial Gases
We provide comprehensive industrial gas solutions including oxygen, nitrogen, argon, and specialty blends. Our inventory covers medical, beverage, and food-grade gases with reliable cylinder exchange programs. Customers benefit from technical expertise in gas applications for welding, manufacturing, and research environments.
Welding Equipment
Our welding equipment division offers MIG, TIG, and stick welders from leading manufacturers alongside consumables and accessories. Expert staff assist with equipment selection, setup, and troubleshooting. We maintain extensive inventory for immediate availability and offer product training programs.
Safety Products
We supply comprehensive safety equipment including protective clothing, respiratory protection, and first-aid supplies. Our safety division provides hazard assessments and compliance guidance. Products meet OSHA and ANSI standards for industrial, medical, and laboratory environments.
Equipment Repair
Our certified technicians service welding equipment, gas systems, and industrial machinery. We offer on-site diagnostics and in-shop repairs with loaner equipment available. Preventative maintenance programs help minimize equipment downtime for commercial clients.
Welding Classes
We conduct hands-on welding instruction for all skill levels, covering MIG, TIG, and stick welding techniques. Classes include safety protocols, equipment operation, and project-based learning. Students receive personalized instruction using industry-standard equipment in fully equipped training facilities.
People
Dale Wilton
CEO
Dale Wilton leads Central Welding Supply with over 40 years of industry experience, maintaining the family-owned business's commitment to exceptional customer service and technical expertise since 1975.
Mike Buell
President
Mike Buell oversees daily operations with extensive management experience in industrial supply distribution, focusing on strategic growth and maintaining the company's customer-centric service philosophy.
Marnie Miller
Vice President
Marnie Miller directs business development initiatives with deep knowledge of welding technology and industrial supply chain operations, driving innovation while preserving core family values.
Nate Reinhard
CFO
Nate Reinhard manages financial operations with expertise in scaling industrial distribution businesses, ensuring resources support continued expansion and service excellence.
Jessica Kohler
HR Manager
Jessica Kohler leads talent development with focus on maintaining the company's family-oriented culture while implementing modern HR practices for 45+ locations.
Questions
What industries do you serve?
We support manufacturing, construction, healthcare, food processing, marine, and energy sectors with tailored gas and welding solutions.
Do you offer equipment rentals?
Yes, we rent welding machines, gas cylinders, and industrial equipment with flexible terms for short-term projects.
Are welding classes available?
We provide monthly hands-on welding instruction for all skill levels at multiple locations with certified instructors.
What safety products do you carry?
Our safety division offers PPE, respiratory protection, first-aid supplies, and hazard assessment services meeting OSHA standards.
How quickly can you deliver products?
We offer same-day delivery at many locations with extensive local inventory and route optimization for urgent needs.
Do you service equipment from other suppliers?
Our repair technicians service most major brands of welding equipment and gas systems regardless of purchase origin.
