American Welding & Gas Inc. (AWG), a leading gas producer and distributor based in North Carolina, has expanded its presence in the Midwest with the acquisition of Grant Haberg, a well-established dry ice supplier headquartered in Indiana. The acquisition is part of AWG’s ongoing strategy to grow its national footprint and deepen its reach into key regional markets.

Grant Haberg has been a fixture in the Chicago metropolitan area since 1948, providing dry ice products to customers across the city’s south suburbs and throughout northwest Indiana. The company operates a dry ice production facility at its headquarters, manufacturing a variety of dry ice formats, including small blasting pellets, 10-pound slices, and solid blocks weighing up to 50 pounds. Its long-standing reputation for reliability and quality has made it a trusted partner for customers across multiple industries.

AWG said the acquisition complements its existing network of gas and welding supply operations while aligning with its core values and strategic priorities.

“This acquisition underscores AWG’s ongoing commitment to partnering with strong, community-focused businesses and ensuring continuity for their customers and employees,” the company said in a statement.

The move adds to AWG’s growing infrastructure in the region and reflects the company’s emphasis on service continuity and operational excellence. AWG currently operates more than 100 retail locations and 25 gas fill plants across 23 U.S. states, making it one of the largest independent gas and welding supply distributors in the country.

Grant Haberg’s production capabilities will support AWG’s ability to meet increasing demand for dry ice in the Midwest, particularly in sectors such as healthcare, food service, pharmaceutical logistics, and manufacturing. Dry ice is widely used for cold chain management, medical shipping, and precision cleaning applications, and demand has surged in recent years as these industries continue to grow.

The acquisition follows AWG’s commissioning of a new fill plant in Kentucky in September. The facility was designed to produce industrial and medical gases for customers in Ohio, Indiana, and Missouri, further enhancing AWG’s supply chain efficiency and regional coverage.

AWG’s leadership emphasized that the integration of Grant Haberg will be conducted with a focus on preserving the company’s legacy, maintaining high service standards, and supporting existing employees and customers through a smooth transition.

While financial details of the deal were not disclosed, AWG’s announcement reinforces its strategic focus on sustainable growth through targeted acquisitions. By bringing Grant Haberg into its portfolio, AWG is positioned to deliver an even broader range of gas products and services while remaining true to its mission of building strong, locally engaged operations across the country.