A steel mini mill can provide you with all of the specialty steel products that you need. However, the term "mini" may be misleading as mini mill steel mills are major companies that produce a wide variety of steel products, such as wire and flat and tubular steel.
Mini mill steel mills create products with a variety of properties. The composition, size, coating and marks or stains characterize different companies and products. Also note that a mini mill steel company might make products from titanium, iron and other metals as well. So shop around for the mini mill manufacturer that produces what you want.
When finding and selecting mini mill steel producers, take the following steps:
1. Use industry sources to find a mini mill producer.
2. Check the catalog of each mini metal mill to view the range of products.
3. Look for mini metal mills that specialize in the products you seek.
Action Steps
The best contacts and resources to help you get it done
Start with steel mini mill directories
Fortunately, the steel industry offers a number of directories that provide company information. Scour some directories to identify companies that specialize in wire, flat steel, or other items you seek. You might rank order the companies you list based on criteria such as product mix, reputation and location.
I recommend: In addition to company names,
Industry Net provides complete contact information, maps and links to the company websites. They also categorize companies by specialty, such as steel processing.
Jigsaw has contact information for dozens of mini mill steel producers and hundreds of related business.
Browse online steel mini mill catalogs for the products you want
Some mini mill steel companies produce a wide array of items; other specialize. Investigate online product catalogs and company profiles to find the mini steel mills that make the products you seek. If you can't find what you want in inventory, search for companies that customize.
I recommend: Gerdau Ameristeel offers a wide inventory of steel products. Scour their online catalog for items geared to the construction industry, such as rebar and bantam beams. They also carry wire and metal sheet. The online inventory of steel angles at
Jersey Shore Steel includes posts, supports, and furniture parts made from light-gauge, high-strength steel.
Buy from the mini mill producer that specializes
When your business application requires a specific product, make it your first step to find that item. Narrow you search to mills that produce the item and then consider criteria such a price.
I recommend: Seven steel-processing units comprise
Cargill, which trades in seventeen different product lines. Products include wire rod, tin plate and rebar.
Gallatin Steel specialized in roiled steel and pipes. Check the product specifications for steel grades, alloy content and other standards.
Tips & Tactics
Helpful advice for making the most of this Guide
- If shipping costs are an important consideration, include mini steel mill locations in your decision. There are mini mill steel companies scattered throughout the United States, so you should be able to find one near you.
The official source of Mini Mill Steel Producers is
the Mini Mill Steel Producers page at Business.com
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