Airgas, Inc. (NYSE:ARG) today announced that R. Jay Worley has been named Vice President – Communications and Investor Relations. He assumes responsibility for internal and external communications, in addition to retaining responsibility for the investor relations function, and will continue to report to Bob McLaughlin, Senior Vice President and CFO.

“Jay’s investor relations background and his broad experience within Airgas position him well to lead our communication efforts,” said McLaughlin. “He is effective with multiple constituencies, and will work closely with our business units and corporate departments to enhance external and internal awareness of our business growth and development.”

Worley joined Airgas in 1993, and advanced through various accounting, human resources, and sales positions before becoming the CFO of Airgas Southwest in 2001. In 2006, he moved to the corporate headquarters in Radnor as the Director of Investor Relations. He holds a bachelor’s degree and an MBA from the University of Utah.

About Airgas, Inc.

Airgas, Inc. (NYSE:ARG), through its subsidiaries, is the largest U.S. distributor of industrial, medical, and specialty gases, and hardgoods, such as welding equipment and supplies. Airgas is also one of the largest U.S. distributors of safety products, the largest U.S. producer of nitrous oxide and dry ice, the largest liquid carbon dioxide producer in the Southeast, and a leading distributor of process chemicals, refrigerants, and ammonia products. More than 14,000 employees work in over 1,100 locations, including branches, retail stores, gas fill plants, specialty gas labs, production facilities and distribution centers. Airgas also distributes its products and services through eBusiness, catalog and telesales channels. Its national scale and strong local presence offer a competitive edge to its diversified customer base. For more information, please visit www.airgas.com.

Airgas, Inc.
Investor and Media Contact:
Jay Worley, 610-902-6206
jay.worley@airgas.com