American Welding & Gas (AWG), a manufacturer and distributor of industrial, medical, specialty and beverage gases, recently cut the ribbon on the company’s new state-of-the-art fill plant in Georgetown.
The $9.6 million project is creating 10 full-time jobs in the region, with more jobs slated for the future.
New Facility, New Technology
AWG’s new Georgetown plant is a 20,000-square-foot facility located adjacent to its existing store and warehouse location.
The facility produces industrial and medical gases used by AWG customers in Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, Tennessee and West Virginia.
The new plant taps technology that will enable AWG to more safely and efficiently produce and package compressed and cryogenic gases.
When fully operational, approximately 45 AWG employees will be based at this facility.
“We are proud of the team that built this facility,” said AWG CEO Jason Krieger. “We are especially thankful for the incentive package received from the Commonwealth of Kentucky and the assistance from our general contractor, Gray Ohio Valley, and our gas equipment manufacturer, Cryogenic Technology Resources. AWG, Gray and CTR are completing this project on schedule and on budget.”
Customers In 30+ States
American Welding & Gas, a family-owned company, is headquartered in Raleigh, North Carolina.
AWG traces its history to Valley Welders Supply in Billings, Montana, and Scott-Gross Company in Lexington – both of which began in 1949.
The company manufactures and distributes industrial, medical, specialty and beverage gases and associated welding and safety supplies.
“Kentucky companies are continuously reinvesting in our communities and our workforce,” said Governor Andy Beshear. “Our historic economic momentum wouldn’t be possible without companies like American Welding & Gas buying into Kentucky and what we have to offer. I am happy to welcome this exciting next step for AWG and look forward to its continued success here in Georgetown.”
AWG operates over 100 retail locations and 22 gas fill plants located in 22 states, stretching from Montana to Pennsylvania and down through Texas and Florida.
AWG has more than 800 employees who serve their customers in over 30 states and Canada.
For more information, visit awggases.com.
