Exploring the Benefits of Buying Welding Supplies Online vs. In-Store with nexAir

In the last decade, e-commerce platforms have taken the world by storm, allowing consumers to purchase high-quality products without ever leaving their homes.

Things are no different in the world of welding supplies — with online stores enabling workshops to place and receive orders with a few clicks of a button.

One of the best examples is nexAir NOW — a new platform that offers cutting-edge welding supplies and equipment to professionals across the country. Is it better than shopping in-store? In this guide we’ll compare the traditional and modern solutions.

Benefits of Shopping In-Store

Many professionals prefer to buy welding supplies at a store — simply because it’s what they are used to. And certainly, there are some benefits to this. Shopping in person allows you to build relationships with a local distributor, access discounts and combo-deals, trial new equipment, and assess all your options under one roof.

On the other hand, it can be time-consuming — and isn’t especially ideal for repeat orders, or to buy consumables you need on a daily basis. From finding the right store to locating the ideal equipment to standing in line to pay, you could spend hours away from your workspace, seriously hurting productivity.

With that said, at nexAir, we have eased the process of shopping in-store significantly. On our website you’ll find a convenient location finder to guide you to a store. Simply enter your ZIP code, city or state to get access to the exact address and location.

Moreover, we are also available over the phone on 888-639-2474. Don’t hesitate to give us a call for more information. Once you arrive at a store, a valued member of our team will help you tailor a solution as per your needs.

Benefits of Shopping Online on nexAir NOW

Over the last year, we’re proud to have launched nexAir NOW — an online platform that streamlines the process of ordering crucial welding supplies. But this isn’t just any e-commerce site, it’s a shopping assistant that keeps track of prior orders, makes smart recommendations, and conveniently stores all billing and purchase information.

The benefits of using nexAir NOW, thus, extend far beyond merely convenience. Instead it helps professionals in several other ways:

Tracking Inventory: Clients who sign into our platform gain unparalleled real-time visibility into their supplies and usage patterns. This helps you make smarter purchases and save on unnecessary costs.
Fast Filtering: Finding products has never been easier courtesy our detailed descriptions and filtering functionalities. From advanced welding equipment, to premium accessories, to safety gear, you’ll find it all with a simple search.
Custom Orders: nexAir account holders can place quick orders, create comprehensive lists, and order parts in various quantities — allowing for the same levels of flexibility you would get working with an in-store executive.
Detailed Descriptions: The nexAir team leverages decades of experience and KnowHow to offer detailed descriptions of each product — along with its various applications and limitations.
Fast Shipping: We understand that even small amounts of downtime could cripple an organization. That’s why we offer quick and reliable shipping services that ensure you get the right order at the right time and in the right place.

Enjoy the Best of Both Worlds With nexAir

At nexAir, we offer the best of both worlds. Our distribution centers are spread out across dozens of locations in the Southeast, making it convenient for professionals to stop by for a quick purchase.

On the other hand, the nexAir NOW platform leverages the latest advances in technology to offer a seamless ordering and delivery experience — and does away with all the time spent physically travelling to a store. To experience these benefits — and learn how we can help you Forge Forward — visit nexAir NOW today.