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Yes We Can
How distributors are weathering the economic downturn. -
Fueling Your Company
Gases and welding distributors struggle to save money on delivery costs for welding equipment and compressed gases as fuel prices rise. -
Discontinued/Isolated Product Liability Risks
Distributors of specialty gases and welding equipment must be sure they are insured and protected for discontinued products by creating a run-off infrastructure. By John Cavanaugh. -
Managing Interruptions
Seven tips for managing minor interruptions during the work day to allow a manager to increase efficiency and maximize productivity. By Steve McClatchy. -
Total Quality Management
The Total Quality Management philosophy is to create a culture of “quality consciousness” in all aspects of a gases and welding business in order to improve methods and increase efficiency. By Lloyd Robinson. -
A Tale Of Two Facilities
Gases and welding distributors share similar experiences moving into new branch location or fill plant facilities and offer advice on what to look out for with a new gases and welding distribution facility. -
Reduce Printing, Handling And Postage Costs
Taking simple steps allows a distributor in the compressed gas and welding equipment industry to reduce overhead costs and reduce printing, handling and mailing expenses. By David Schaer. -
Avoiding Fraudulent Credit Card Transactions
Credit card fraud has increased dramatically in the welding industry. Recent credit card scams include relay calls, internet inquiries and cross-country shipments. By Teri Nock Hunter. -
Change Your Corporate Culture To Enable Change
Innovation is critical for survival in the gases and welding industry. The culture of a corporation must be receptive to change and condone new ideas and innovation. By D. Bruce Merrifield Jr.
