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WestAir proudly supports California’s shipbuilding industry with high-purity gases and exceptional service. We offer shipbuilding operations a wide-range of package types for gases like Oxygen, Nitrogen, Argon, Carbon Dioxide, Hydrogen, Helium, Acetylene and Propane – let us help you create the safest environments for greater production and efficiency.
We are proud to offer standard next day delivery, same-day delivery, and available 24/7 monitoring.
From the first walkthrough to delivery and beyond, our team is always ready to serve.
Our gas experts walk through your setup to build systems that prioritize safety and efficiency.
No matter the volume or type of gas, our state-of-the-art labs and highly-skilled production teams deliver.
Our drivers consistently perform in high-pressure environments and champion things such as customer care, road, and onsite safety.
Stop paying rent on cylinders that aren’t in your possession. And enjoy sustainable service with less deliveries thanks to telemetry’s mobile alerts, real-time measurements, and usage trends.
The days of chasing invoices and updating billing info are gone — access your account and re-order with confidence (and ease).
With WestAir cylinder tracking only pay for the cylinders that you are using. Never overpay for storing empty unused cylinders ever again.
Learn more about the different gases commonly used in the ship and boat building and repairing industry.
Used in oxy-fuel cutting and welding to achieve high temperatures necessary for cutting, welding, and brazing metals. It enhances combustion in cutting torches and welding applications.
Paired with oxygen in oxy-acetylene torches for cutting, welding, and brazing metals due to its high flame temperature, making it ideal for working with thick and heavy metal sections.
Employed as a shielding gas in TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) and MIG (Metal Inert Gas) welding to protect the weld area from atmospheric contamination, ensuring high-quality and durable welds.
Used as a shielding gas in MIG welding, often mixed with argon, to prevent oxidation and contamination of the weld pool. CO2 is also used in fire suppression systems on ships.
Utilized for purging and blanketing fuel tanks and pipelines to prevent oxidation and reduce the risk of explosion. Nitrogen is also used in inerting spaces to maintain a safe environment.
Used as a shielding gas in specialized welding applications, particularly for welding non-ferrous metals and achieving deep penetration welds. Helium is also used in leak detection systems.
Utilized as a fuel for cutting, heating, soldering, and brazing operations. It is also used in portable heaters to provide warmth during outdoor and cold-weather work.
Used in some high-temperature brazing and annealing processes. Hydrogen can also be used in metal cutting when mixed with other gases.
Used in gas torches for cutting and heating, similar to propane and acetylene, although less common in shipbuilding compared to those gases.
Learn more about the ship and boat building and repairing gases and services we offer.
Ship and boat building and repairing industries use oxygen and acetylene for welding and cutting metal components, and argon in specialized welding processes.
Yes. We offer real-time monitoring for most of our gas applications to make sure you never run out. Our solution provides you (and us) with accurate updates on your levels so we can optimize your gas delivery, detect leaks and other issues – saving you money while supporting our sustainability commitments.
Yes. We make true same-day deliveries with no qualifications. If you call at 4:55 pm and you need a same-day delivery, we will deliver that day.
We offer cost-effective bulk gas solutions including oxygen, acetylene, and argon for ship and boat building companies. Your products will be safely delivered by our modern fleet of fuel-efficient trucks, equipped for cylinder and bulk gas delivery.
Yes. WestAir barcodes each cylinder and will scan each cylinder when it enters and leaves your location. This eliminates the need for you to perform time-consuming and error-prone inventory tracking. This process also guarantees accurate monthly billing statements.
Yes. Our dedicated account management and 24/7 emergency service is there to make a bad day better.
Enhancing melting, refining, welding, and cutting processes for superior metal production.
Supporting welding, cutting, heating, and forming processes, ensuring high-quality metal fabrication.
Enhancing welding, cutting, heating, cooling, and manufacturing processes for high-quality machinery production.
Supporting manufacturing, cooling, and cleaning processes, ensuring high-quality computer equipment production.
Supporting welding, cutting, heating, and manufacturing processes for high-quality automotive production.
Supporting welding, cutting, heating, cooling, and manufacturing processes for high-quality aircraft production and maintenance.
Supporting welding, cutting, heating, and maintenance processes, ensuring efficient and safe railroad operations.
Enhancing refining, processing, and safety operations for optimal efficiency and performance.
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