Columbia, MO

CK Supply Now Servicing Central Missouri

77 Years Strong!

Address: 1333 Business Loop 70 E, Columbia, MO 65201
Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday-Sunday: Closed

Phone: 573.449.5426

The 160 Employee Owners of CK Supply Inc.  have been selected to carry on operations of 101-Year-old Columbia Welding and Machine LLC in Columbia, MO.

CK Supply Inc. completed the acquisition of Columbia Welding and Machine LLC., the leading supplier of welding supplies and compressed gases in Columbia, MO.

“We are excited and appreciative about the opportunity to continue the legacy of Columbia Welding and Machine. Their reputation for superior customer service and quality products is unmatched in the region.” stated Brad Dunn, CEO of CK Supply Inc.

Columbia Welding and Machine has been the leading, independent source in the Columbia, MO area for welding supplies and gases for over 101 years. Co-Owner Jay Curry stated, “When looking for a buyer I wanted a company that would take care of customers in the same manner that has made us successful for all these years, and CK Supply Inc., and their team fits the bill.”

The Columbia Welding and Machine property located at 1333 Business Loop 70 E, Columbia, MO will be CK Supply’s seventh retail store and will remain the primary destination for the region’s experts in metal fabrication, manufacturing, welding, and mechanical contracting to source their gases and welding equipment, as CK Supply Inc. takes over operations and expands service offerings.  New lines will include forklift and heating propane, welder rental and repair, dry ice, welding automation, training, specialty gasses and many more.

Both parties are fully committed to ensuring that customers continue to experience best in class service levels during and after the transition to CK Supply Inc.

Headquartered in St. Louis, MO, CK Supply Inc., holds an over 75-year reputation as a leader in compressed gases, dry ice, and welding equipment distribution in the Midwest. Built upon the core values of People Oriented, Solutions Focused, Driven, and Passionate, CK Supply Inc. will remain an independent, family and employee-owned distributor in the Columbia, MO region, allowing its partners the opportunity to continue supporting local jobs and keep resources within the community.

While this press release provides a formal announcement of two companies’ success, it does not begin to tell the whole story! We invite you to call, email or visit us to Discover the Difference when it comes to your chosen supply partner, strategic buyer of your business or consideration of a future career!

For Inquiries, career opportunities or to set up an account please contact Barry Burns, Central Region Retail Manager by email at [email protected] or visit CKSupply.com.

To the Valued Columbia Welding & Machine Customers

On March 31st, 2025, Columbia Welding & Machine completed a transaction to sell all assets to CK Supply Inc. Both companies wanted to take the opportunity to thank you for your business, while introducing CK Supply Inc., providing some information about the transition and what comes next.

Most importantly, during the transition, know that our #1 Priority is continuing to provide the high-quality service that you have come to expect from Columbia Welding & Machine. CK Supply and Columbia Welding & Machine are partnering to ensure minimal impacts to your business.

Who is CK Supply?

We are the largest family (3rd Generation) & employee-owned gas and welding distributor in the Midwest. CK Supply was founded in 1948 and headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri. We employ over 160 people across Missouri & Illinois. We operate seven retail stores, three commercial dry ice facilities, a cylinder retest facility, & a CO2 liquefaction facility. We are proud members of the Gas & Welding Distributors Association (GAWDA), Independent Welding Distributors Cooperative (IWDC), Purity Plus Specialty Gases, Compressed Gas Association (CGA), American Welding Society (AWS), & National Center for Employee Ownership (NCEO). You can find out much more at www.CKSupply.com.

CK Supply partners with similar vendors to Columbia Welding & Gas, along with an expanded portfolio including Miller Electric, Lincoln, ESAB, Hypertherm, Hougen, Abicor Binzel, Weiler, Koike, Midalloy, United Abrasives, Bernard, CK Worldwide, Weldmark, Norton, Victory, Profax, Tillman, Black Stallion, Jackson, Nederman, & more! In addition to these products, CK Supply offers a full line of industrial, bulk, and specialty gases along with dry ice, equipment rental/repair and technical support services.

What will be changing?

  • Depending on how you transact business, you may see different account numbers or requests to change payable information.
  • All future cylinder rental, leases and exchanges will be assumed & serviced by CK Supply Inc.
  • Over time your cylinders and invoices will be CK Supply Inc., branded.
  • CK Supply Inc. will maintain the retail store at 1333 Business Loop 70 E., Columbia, MO. This location will be the primary destination for the region’s experts in metal fabrication, manufacturing, welding, and mechanical contracting.
  • Please remit FUTURE payments for invoices date April 1st or after to: Cee Kay Supply Inc. PO Box 840015 Kansas City, MO 64184

For questions regarding CK Supply Inc. please contact:

Main Phone: 573.449.5426

Main Email: [email protected]

Barry Burns (Central Region Retail Manager)

Bo Scott (Central Region Sales)

For questions regarding Columbia Machine and Welding LLC. please contact:

Jay Curry: 573-228-7222 or [email protected]

Please remit any payments for invoices date PRIOR to April 1st, 2025 to:

Columbia Machine & Welding P.O. Box 518 Columbia, MO65205-0518

Trust CK Supply for high-quality equipment, premium lab-certified gases, and excellent customer service.

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