Local. Independent. Family & Employee Owned
Experts in All Compressed Gas Uses and Equipment
For over 70 years, our customers have relied on CK Supply as their sole supplier of industrial, medical, and atmospheric gases. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, our facility is equipped with an automated fill plant and analytical laboratory capable of filling and testing hundreds of cylinders daily. Investments like these ensure that your company will receive the gases and purity expected in a timely and efficient manner.
The Partner for Companies That Are Serious About Welding and Metal Fabrication
Need Help? Talk to a CK Supply gas and industrial welding expert for more information about our products, our delivery options, or our training programs. We are always here to help!
Bulk Gases
CK Supply has the bulk gas solution you need. Our services include the bulk and micro-bulk telemetry system that allows us to monitor your gas supply remotely. If you need a consistent supply of bulk gas for your facility, CK Supply’s Gas Express System delivers gas directly from our truck to your stationary liquid containers. Our technology alerts us when a product is low and immediately schedules delivery for the next day. This innovative process eliminates:
- Product run-outs
- Inventory management
- Excessive vent loss
- Job-related injuries
The bulk gas options offered by CK Supply include:
Link to: Bulk Argon
Argon
Argon is a colorless and odorless inert gas that is ideal for multiple metal fabrication processes. CK Supply is the leading commercially available bulk argon supplier in the Midwest and has the staffing and technical expertise to efficiently support your argon needs.
Link to: Bulk Nitrogen
Nitrogen
Our high-purity bulk nitrogen is available in sizes ranging from 450 liters to 9,000 gallons and is essential for various industries, including medical research and electronics.
Link to: Bulk Oxygen
Oxygen
We specialize in providing custom-tailored volumes ranging from 450 liters to 9,000 gallons of high-quality bulk oxygen for your metal scrapping and oxy-fuel cutting needs. CK Supply’s bulk tanks help companies reduce spending on gas.
Link to: Bulk Carbon Dioxide
Carbon Dioxide
Carbon dioxide is a colorless, non-flammable gas that’s applicable for multiple industries. CK Supply offers bulk high-quality carbon dioxide in various sizes that minimize hassle and increase workplace efficiency.
Industrial Gases
CK Supply is the largest independent supplier of industrial gases in Missouri, and our full-service retail locations offer a variety of options, including:
Link to: Acetylene
Acetylene
One of the most commonly used fuel gases because of its high-temperature neutral flame, our pure acetylene is ideal for multiple welding processes.
Link to: Argon
Argon
Our lab-tested argon gas cylinders are available in various sizes and prevent excessive spatter and weak welds.
Link to: Carbon Dioxide
Carbon Dioxide
CK Supply provides industrial carbon dioxide that’s affordable and streamlines your workplace efficiency.
Link to: Hydrogen
Hydrogen
We offer certified industrial hydrogen that’s ideal for heat treating and welding processes.
Link to: Nitrogen
Nitrogen
Our nitrogen is custom-tailored to meet your needs. With multiple sizing options, you won’t have to worry about running out.
Link to: Oxygen
Oxygen
CK Supply’s innovative refill systems mean you’ll always have a consistent supply of industrial oxygen.
Link to: Propane
Propane
With sizing options ranging from buffer tanks to bulk tanks, we’re capable of supplying industrial propane to meet your facility’s needs.
Link to: Propylene-Blue Flame Plus
Propylene-Blue Flame Plus
Ideal for jobs that require an extremely high flame temperature, our propylene-blue flame plus is available in five portable cylinder sizes.
Specialty Gases
Our St. Louis headquarters features a dedicated specialty gas laboratory and sales department committed to being your primary supplier of specialty gases. Our lab is Asterisk certified, and we take strides to meet the criteria for product preparation and packaging to make sure our products meet your needs. We take pride in guaranteeing total customer satisfaction. For more information, consult our specialty gas SDS sheets.
Temporary Gas Supply
CK Supply has temporary gas supply solutions when you require short-term or emergency gas. Our temporary gas applications include:
- Tank interesting
- Onsite welding projects
- Unplanned maintenance
- Repair and replacement
- Pipeline purging and pigging
- Product displacement
Hydrocarbon Refrigerants
The high-purity hydrocarbons offered by CK Supply keep your refrigeration systems cool and are available in various cylinders. Our hydrocarbons are perfect for use in:
- Extraction
- Air conditioning
- Commercial refrigeration
- Automotive manufacturing
- Vending machines
- Hot water systems
Choose CK Supply for clean packages, in-stock inventory, and next-day delivery options for hydrocarbons.
Cylinder Tracking
CK Supply is the only Midwest supplier with 100% barcoded cylinders. Our TraCKer system identifies the location of your cylinders when they leave and when they’re returned. Our industry-leading coding system tells us who rented the tanks and should receive the credit for returning them. We also provide our customers with data on all of their onsite cylinders; this allows you to make educated decisions for your gas supply inventory needs.
Flash Food Freezing
Freezing food improves quality and is critical for foods that need to retain freshness for delivery. Commercial flash-freezers, blast chillers, and tunnel freezers take food from room temperature and reduce them to temperatures as low as -20. CK Supply offers the nitrogen and oxygen that the food industry requires for efficient delivery. Businesses that require our bulk gas for flash food freezing include:
- Meatpacking
- Bakeries
- Produce
- Seafood
- Dairy
- Beverage
Tube Trailers
CK Supply’s tube trailers efficiently deliver the industrial gas that your business needs. These trailers consist of high-pressure tanks that enable businesses to have a continuous gas supply. Our tube capacity rivals standard tank trailers, meaning they are ideal for a safe rolling pipeline style of gas delivery. This innovative system is ideal for companies that rely on a regular supply of industrial gases for the processes but also require a robust logistics network to support their business.
