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News | 03.14.24

Meritus Acquires A-OX Welding Supply and A&B Welding Supply

Congratulations to our client Meritus Gas Partners, a network of independently operated distributors of industrial, specialty and medical gases and welding and safety supplies, which acquired A-OX Welding Supply Co. Inc. and A&B Welding Supply Co. Inc., leading companies in the industry.

With eight combined locations in North and South Dakota and Iowa, A-OX and A&B have been owned by the Elliott family since 1964 and 1959, respectively. The family will continue to lead these businesses while maintaining significant equity ownership in Meritus.

The Morrison Cohen Corporate team included Partner Eric Moskowitz and Associates Tamara Roth and Molly Mitlak. Partner Isaac Grossman and Associate Hunter Book provided tax advice. Senior Counsel Michael Oppenheimer and Associates AliceRose Sherman and Kayla West advised on benefits and compensation matters. Partner Jessica Lipson and Associate Nicole Rallis advised on technology, data and intellectual property matters. Associates Sarah Jonas and Sara Zucker provided real estate advice.

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