Established in 1970, WestAir Gases & Equipment is one of the largest independent distributors of gases, gas equipment and welding supplies in the southwest United States. WestAir s industrial gases and welding division serves customers through nearly 10 regionally located branch stores operated by welding specialists. Each of the stores is stocked with welding and industrial supplies. The specialty/medical gases division offers gases and equipment required for biotechnology, biomedical, and health care customers. The bulk gases division provides capabilities for all industrial, specialty, medical and beverage bulk gases applications. WestAir provides 24-hour delivery service of beverage bulk carbon dioxide, helium and balloons to restaurants, fast food establishments, theme parks, municipal swimming pools, auto dealers, shopping malls and retail shops. WestAir Gases & Equipment has a location in El Cajon, Calif.