Baker's Gas and Welding Supplies, Inc. Responds to Shortage of Acetylene
Baker's Gas and Welding Supplies, Inc. responds to the shortage of acetylene by proactively assisting customers with set-up to convert to HGX fuel gas.

LINCOLN PARK, MI, April 12, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Due to the catastrophe explosion on March 22, 2011 at Carbide Industries, LLC in Louisville, Kentucky, there will be a shortage of acetylene fuel for an unspecified amount of time, most likely at least one year. Carbide Industries is the nation's largest supplier of calcium carbide, which is the raw material used in the generation of acetylene gas. The current tragedy has implications for industry-wide problems in both welding and other fields with regards to the shortage of calcium carbide and the extra expenses which will passed on to everyone.

As an alternative to relying on acetylene, Baker's Gas and Welding Supplies, Inc. is able to assist companies with set-up for switching over to HGX fuel gas. Converting to HGX fuel gas will result in overall cost savings and keep companies on track with production. Gary Klemz, President at Baker's Gas and Welding Supplies, Inc., states, "We are offering free, hands-on demonstrations at all of our branches to both individual and industrial customers who would like to convert from acetylene to HGX. We are able to accommodate customers who need on-site demonstrations as well."

To convert to HGX fuel gas, customers will need propane tips for their torches, T-grade hoses, HGX cylinders, and an alternative fuel grade regulator. For customers who own acetylene cylinders, Baker's Gas and Welding Supplies, Inc. is willing to swap those out for the appropriate size HGX cylinder. Baker's Gas and Welding has HGX safety outfits as well. All items can be purchased at any branch, online at www.baskergas.com, or through the phone by calling 1-877-930-5690.

Klemz explains, "Baker's Gas and Welding Supplies professionals are available to proactively assist customers in making a successful conversion from acetylene to HGX fuel gas. We are providing training and we are here to answer any questions customers have about the conversion process. Using HGX fuel will involve setting up the torches differently, and we are to here help make this switch as easy as possible."

Advantages to using HGX fuel gas instead of acetylene include that HGX fuel gas is less expensive, safe, and highly effective. Baker's Gas and Welding Supplies, Inc. is dedicated to making certain that the transition from acetylene to HGX fuel gas is smooth and stress-free for their customers.

Press Release Contact Information:

Thomas Klemz
Baker's Gas and Welding Supplies
Executive
1300 Howard Street
Lincoln Park, MI
U.S.A. 48146
Voice: 1-877-930-5690
Fax: 1-313-383-9582
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