South Jersey Welding Supply‘s history is a tribute to the hard work and determination of its founder Robert Thornton Sr. He began his career in this business in the late 1930’s as a welder at the Todd-Bath Iron Shipbuilding Corp. in Portland, ME. Upon joining the Navy, he was assigned to Underwater Welding and Cutting because of his welding background. He went on to serve in Australia and the Philippines repairing submarines during WWII, where he achieved the rank of Chief Metalsmith. Following his honorable discharge, he took a sales job with Metal & Thermit Corporation, later known as Murex. He then moved on to the position of Sales Manager for Jersey Welding Supply in Plainfield, NJ. In 1962, he began his purchase of Pennsylvania Welding Supply which was near bankruptcy at the time. His hard work and long hours brought the company back to being a prominent player in the Philadelphia market in the late 60’s to early 70’s. At this time, he was also joined by his sons, Bob Jr. in 1970, and Dave in 1974. In 1975 he began the following series of acquisitions in the area to form what is today, South Jersey Welding Supply. 1975 – Acquired
Vineland Welding & Equipment in Vineland, NJ South Jersey Welding Supply currently has 4 locations to serve our customers in Vineland, Pleasantville, Maple Shade, and Pennsauken. Our success is the result of the dedication and the outstanding customer service provided by our employees, that has been passed down by our founder, Robert Thornton Sr., and continued with Bob Jr. as President, and Dave as Vice President. The company has moved into its third generation with the addition of their sons, Andy, Matt, and Dave involved in the day to day operations since the late 1990’s. Read our 2003 company profile from the magazine: “Welding and Gases Today” Elsewhere
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