When the U.S. government placed a 25% tariff on steel imports last year, it cited reasons of national security. Some assumed the measure was necessary so America wouldn’t have to use foreign steel to produce military vehicles and weapons, but the concern was really much broader. The...
Read moreThe U.S. steel industry has experienced plenty of change over the last year. In March 2018, 25% tariffs on steel imports, along with other measures, officially went into effect. Since then, American steel has seen exciting growth in production and job creation. Let’s take a deeper dive into everything that’s occurred. Production is o...
Read moreOver the next 10 years, U.S. manufacturers could create more than 4.6 million jobs, but they could lose more than...
Read moreThere’s a growing misconception that automation will reduce or completely erase American steel manufacturing jobs. While robots might be the villains in some Hollywood movies, they’re actually the good guys in the steel industry. In reality, automation is simply changing — and in many cases improving — the way these jobs are done, not ge...
Read moreAmerican-made steel products might cost a bit more upfront than imported products, but they’re worth it for lots of reasons. Many OEMs, contractors and distributors choose American because the products are more readily available...
Read moreThink price is the only factor when choosing steel? There are actually many reasons why manufacturers, contractors and distributors choose American steel over imported steel. Most importantly, American steel is better quality. Here’s why:...
Read moreMost people don’t think of steel mills as clean, but over the years the industry in America has taken care to lessen its impact on the environment. In fact, the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) website states that the organization “has long iden...
Read moreHave you ever wondered what it’s like to work with steel? The industry offers more than you might think — including a good livelihood, career advancement, strong friendships and pride in manufacturing quality products used in an array of applications. We’ve heard these themes again and again from the steelworkers we’ve interviewed since the...
Read moreAs 2018 comes to an end, let’s take time to reflect on the positive news we’ve seen across the American steel industry this year. It all started March 1, when the federal administration announced the 25% tariff on steel imports that took effect in June. Good News for Steel Since the announcement about steel tariffs, we’...
Read moreYou can’t walk 10 feet without encountering something made out of steel — from pipes and structural supports to consumer goods. In fact, 50% of globally produced steel goes into the buildings and infras...
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