Gas Refill Suppliers:~ Co2

[Bob Meadows]

Hi:~ I use a pub sized bottle for my MIG welding- this is the pub size containing Co2 only.
The bottle has just run out so a refill/exchange is required... the company previously used no longer exists.
The bottle is owned by me so just the gas purchase etc.
I can't seem to find a company now that will supply the above with the cylinder exchange (some will but the cylinder has to be rented or one of theirs)

Anyone have a contact in the Standish-Wigan -Lancashire areas or within driving distance.
Thanks Bob.

 

[Cobbler]

Try fire extinguisher suppliers, some used to refill bottles if in test I think.

 

[Bob Meadows]

Thanks for the prompt reply- that is a complete new one on me: will start to look at them.
Regards Bob.

 

[voipio]

Try your local pub landlord. They may be able to help, not in refilling your cylinder, but at least being able to assist in some way.

 

[Bob Meadows]

Thanks for the reply -I have that one in mind: The original bottle came to me via a friendly contact involved with a club/pub.
Quite some years back now but could be worth a try.
Must say that I have only just joined the forum and am impressed with the response to date.
Thanks again Bob.

 

[brightspark]

loiter round the back of pubs sometimes there just left out full

 

[Shedendman]

@Bob Meadows I'm afraid you're flogging a dead horse
Dont know when you got that bottle you have but it must have been quite a while ago,things have changed,a lot,gone are the days when places filled up your own bottle,along with swopping like for like with the local pub(to which i use to do way back)
All gas bottles now have a bar code,thus all accounted for,full and empty ones,this system has been around for quite some time(7/8 yrs),in other words your snookered,out of luck my friend
If its Co2 you really want,keep your eyes open for fire extinguishers on ebay,but even then thats a big hill to climb

 

[Shedendman]

loiter round the back of pubs sometimes there just left out full

Behave yaself

 

[hotponyshoes]

Pub bottles are still relatively cheap.
Rent free options available without deposit.

I'd forget about the existing bottle.
That's basically scrap (except the scrapyard won't take it either!)

If you regularly support a local pub the landlord will probably help you get a new one.
If you don't, look for a mobile bar hire place near you as most of those guys will take a bit of cash..

 

[gerrymoore]

If you don't get sorted there is a place on The Wirral that will exchange or sell you a full one ..... last time I went it was £15 .... If any use I'll find out their number

 

[Bob Meadows]

Thanks for all the replies:~
I have e-mailed most to see if they can do a refill so probably next week for the answer.

Gerrymoore- if you could sort the Wirral contact out for me I can then see what they can do.

The existing bottle seems to be redundant from the previous replies? - but will see what happens.
The rent free options that I have seen are quite expensive for my use now, still looking at them for the best option.
Some of these will only refill their bottles so locked into them (not quite straight forward)

Thanks again for the help on this,
Bob,

 

[gerrymoore]

The place in Wirral was Jimmys Beer and Gas but the website isn't working and I think were they were 'housed' has closed down .... the phone number was 07746 915557 ...try it and see if they have moved.

 

[brightspark]

when did you last get one filled for `15 quid

 

[Nomad]

To refill pub bottles ask your local fire extinguisher place.

Also ask about the price of a new c02 fire extinguisher, I use a pub bottle at home and a c02 extinguisher if I'm doing mobile welding.

Avoid pub bottles with a white stripe on them ( a dip tube inside), they don't work with nig..

 

[drjim]

Mastergas in Ashton under Lyne

Providers of beverage gases, helium and welding gases. - Mastergas

Local provider of helium balloon gas, beverage gases and welding gases to the wholesale, retail and private users in Manchester and across the North West. Find out.

www.mastergasonline.com

Not directly where you are but definitely drivable. I get my beer gas from them, they do welding gases as well if you want a mix.

 

[Bob Meadows]

Many thanks, found the company so will make contact and update.
Bob.

 

[Bob Meadows]

I may have just found a straight forward exchange (as previous suppler) Contacted the company recommended by Gerrymoore see above post re: Jimmy's Beer & Gas,
Same telephone number but a name change to PJS Gas.
Helpful on the phone and explained what I have: Exchange cylinder & gas for £30:00
I asked if they wanted a picture of the cylinder as it is quite old but serviceable & used to date.. he said no need and that the connections are common on these.
Agreed to call early in the new year... sounds like a result,fingers crossed.

Any other contacts are still appreciated- Thanks for all responding to date.
Regards Bob.

 

[Shedendman]

I think PJS is going to get quite busy

 

[drjim]

Mastergas do my beer gas cylinders at £20 (for cash) but it's probably a bit further from you.

 

[Erie Fred]

I think PJS is going to get quite busy

Maybe set up special pricing for members here eh ?