Maximizing Metal Fabrication Efficiency: nexAir’s Tailored Gas Solutions for Welders

In a metal fabrication workshop, precision is everything. One wrong move, or incorrect gas mixture and the entire operation breaks down — leaving you with a weak final product, and staff struggling to work with efficiency and productivity. In this climate, nexAir’s solutions come in clutch. Our gas supplies don’t just meet industry standards of excellence, they are designed to improve the workflows of fabrication experts.

Here’s an overview of how nexAir’s tailored gas solutions offer more control, more quality, and the opportunity to deploy data-driven solutions to everyday challenges.

Advanced Blends for Advanced Processes 

Industrial gases find multiple applications across the workshop. They are used for shielding welds, cutting metals, reducing and cleaning up splatter, and controlling heat and arc stability. Each process requires a unique solution, as there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to something this complex. nexAir’s bespoke gas blends are engineered to optimize these functions for a wide range of materials and welding techniques.

Across industries, our solutions are known to enhance weld quality and minimize post-weld cleanup. They support core processes like MIG and TIG welding, while also enabling more precise techniques such as laser welding.

Each blend is tested under real-world conditions by our in-house chemists, combining advanced chemistry with hands-on field experience. This KnowHow delivers measurable results — in Tennessee, for example, we helped a fabrication shop reduce its weld defect rate from 12% to just 1%, simply by adjusting the shielding gas blend.

Supply Chain Solutions to Eliminate Downtime 

When you work with nexAir, you can say goodbye to manual checks and unplanned outages. Over the years, we have revolutionized gas supply with intelligent monitoring and delivery systems — leaving fabrication experts with unparalleled control. 

Our telemetry-based tools analyze usage trends, forecast future needs, and automate restocking — keeping your team focused on the job, not the inventory.

We also integrate advanced flow meters and smart control tools that go far beyond basic tracking. These systems are able to provide real-time data on consumption, detect anomalies, and surface efficiency opportunities across your operation. It’s not just automation — it’s optimization at scale.

More Control, More Precision

For complex projects, precise gas delivery can be the difference between good and exceptional results — and nexAir’s engineered control systems are built to deliver exactly those levels of accuracy.

These include smart regulators that adjust to changing shop conditions, purge systems tailored for stainless steel, and multi-channel mixers for optimal cutting or welding.

Every setup is customized to your process, helping you Forge Forward with greater consistency and confidence. What sets them apart is their ability to provide real-time monitoring and data-driven insights. By tracking gas flow in the moment and analyzing usage patterns over time, we help uncover hidden inefficiencies and unlock opportunities for improvement. It’s a smarter, more strategic way to manage gas consumption — without compromising on weld quality.

Experience Smarter Spending at nexAir NOW

At the end of the day, every drop of gas counts. That’s why nexAir’s solutions are so crucial. For over 80 years, we’ve helped our clients across the Southeast reduce waste, streamline operations, and improve cost-efficiency across the board.

Our systems minimize use, slash downtime, and lower defect rates — translating to faster turnarounds and fewer reworks. Now, with our new nexAir NOW eCommerce platform, we’ve ensured that the process of ordering supplies is just as optimized too. nexAir NOW is fast, easy to navigate, and built for fabricators looking to save time and work with more precision. Go ahead and see for yourself.