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Weiler Welding
began back in 1920 in a small garage on Valley Street in Dayton,
Ohio. Because of steady growth, Herb Weiler, Sr. moved his business
in 1921 to North St. Clair Street. In 1922, Herb Sr., known as "Tubby",
began selling welding supplies. Under his continued leadership and
foresight, Mr. Weiler continued to grow. This was reason for him
to move in 1927 to 318 East Second Street. By 1933 Weiler employed
seven, including Herb, Sr. Mr. and Mrs. Weiler, while growing the
business, found time to grow a family. They had two sons, Charles
and Herb Jr. In 1937, "Tubby" purchased the building on
Turpin Lane and opened a welding fabrication shop.
Weiler Welding
continued to grow. In 1942, again it was time to expand and Weiler,
now employing 27, moved next door to 324 E. Second Street, a former
car wash. In 1945, while serving as President of Weiler Welding
and raising his family, Mr Weiler found the time to be the co-founder
of the National
Welding Supply Association (NWSA). Weiler Welding incorporated
on October 1, 1947. The company continued to grow and in December
of 1951, Herb, Jr. became an employee.
The years continued
and Weiler Welding continued to grow. In 1965 the company built
a 9,177 square foot shipping and receiving building and an electrode
warehouse with oxygen and CO2 filling operations. Mr. Weiler Sr.,
in 1967, appointed his son Herb Jr. to General Manager and Vice
President. In 1971 Weiler Welding purchased the Airco plant in Moraine,
Ohio and now had the capability of filling high pressure nitrogen
cylinders and liquid nitrogen. 1974 found Weiler employing 47 people
and in need of yet more expansion.
Weiler constructed
an 8000 square foot state of the art Welding Distributorship to
house the industrial sales and corporate offices. Mr. Weiler, still
very active in the company as the President, enjoyed his 75th birthday
in October of 1974. In 1977, to keep up with the growth of the company
and modern technology, Weiler Welding purchased their first computer.
Thus, beginning the real change from the old ways to the new. The
passing of the baton of leadership from Mr. Weiler Sr. to Mr. Weiler
Jr. occurred as Mr. Weiler Sr. celebrated the company's 60th anniversary
and his 80th birthday.
In 1980, after
extensive remodeling in Moraine, Weiler opened the first branch
sales location and the welding shop moved to Moraine. On October
25, 1980, on his 81st birthday, the President and Founder of Weiler
Welding passed away and Herbert G. Weiler, Jr. became the President
in February of 1981.
In May of 1984,
Janet Weiler began the Balloon
Room, a division of Weiler Welding. In 1987 Weiler
opened their second branch in Piqua, Ohio with Mr. Hobart and Herb
Jr. cutting a chain for the grand opening. In 1990, after 53 years
of operation, the welding fabrication shop was closed. In 1992 Weiler
crossed over the Ohio, Indiana line opening the third branch in
Richmond, Indiana.
Weiler Welding
continued to grow and as a result, in 1993 the Moraine plant was
completely remodeled and now houses all the cylinder filling operations,
the delivery trucks and a centralized inventory distribution center
for all branch locations. In 1994, the Balloon Room remodeled and
expanded to meet the needs of their rapid growth. In February of
1994, the company expanded to Springfield, Ohio and in December
of 1994 Weiler expanded into Cincinnati, Ohio.
Many other
events have occurred over the past five years to contribute to the
80 year history of Weiler Welding. A complete upgrade of computer
and communication systems and remodeling of the corporate offices
are two of the most notable. Preparation for the future is very
evident in the history of the company. Future expansions and upgrades
are inevitable. As time passes, Weiler Welding will continue to
prepare, expand, and grow into the new millinnium as it has demonstrated
resolve to be prepared in the past.
Quality Products, Thorough Service
Since 1920,
Weiler Welding has offered excellent products, service, and support
throughout our service area. We carry quality products from the
best manufacturers, and bring you a full range of services. Our
offerings include:
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Industrial
Gas
- Medical
Gas
- Specialty
Gas
- Bulk
Gases
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- Rental
Equipment
- Repair
Services
- Training
- Delivery
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