Since its founding in 1936, Weldstar has become one of the country's strongest independent distributors of industrial and specialty gases, welding equipment, safety supplies, and related tools and accessories.  Privately owned, with two generations of family in management, Weldstar is uniquely positioned to maintain its high level of consistency, continuity, and commitment to customer support.

Headquartered in Aurora, Illinois, the company has additional facilities in Logansport, Indiana, University Park, Illinois, Machesney Park, Illinois, South Bend, Indiana and Kenosha, Wisconsin.  

Weldstar is a member of the prestigious IWDC group, which represents over 140 independent welding and gas distributors throughout the continental United States, Canada, and Mexico.

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Weldstar & Depke Gases & Welding Supplies

John Winkle

Jb Winkle

Curt Towne

Chet Deking

Zach Winkle

Evan Jackson

Blake Pattermann

Wendy Cowger

Dan Regnier

Matt Hurd

The Operations Team at Weldstar & Depke Gases & Welding Supplies is responsible for overseeing daily logistical functions, managing inventory, coordinating shipments, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards, and optimizing operational efficiencies across multiple facilities in the Midwest. This team works to maintain seamless supply chain operations and exceptional customer support in alignment with the company's long-standing commitment to service excellence.

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