Leading Integrated Steel Producers

Midwest Steel Supply: Your Trusted Steel Partner

Company Overview

• Premier steel distributor serving the American market
• Decades of industry experience and expertise
• Strategically located to serve customers nationwide
• Direct partnerships with major US steel manufacturers
• Comprehensive inventory management solutions

Product Portfolio

• Hot rolled steel
• Cold rolled steel
• Galvanized steel products
• Structural steel
• Specialty steel grades
• Custom steel solutions

Nucor Corporation

• Largest steel producer in the United States
• Headquarters: Charlotte, North Carolina
• Annual capacity: Over 27 million tons
• Specialties: Sheet steel, structural steel, bar steel
• Notable for: Mini-mill technology leadership, recycling focus
• Multiple locations across the US including Indiana, Arkansas, and South Carolina

U.S. Steel Corporation

• Founded in 1901 by J.P. Morgan and Elbert Gary
• Headquarters: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
• Annual capacity: Approximately 22 million tons
• Specialties: Flat-rolled steel, tubular products
• Key facilities: Gary Works (Indiana), Mon Valley Works (Pennsylvania)
• Significant presence in automotive and construction sectors

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc.

• Oldest iron ore mining company in the United States
• Headquarters: Cleveland, Ohio
• Acquired AK Steel and ArcelorMittal USA operations
• Annual capacity: Around 17 million tons
• Specialties: Flat-rolled steel, iron ore pellets
• Major presence in automotive and infrastructure sectors

Steel Dynamics, Inc. (SDI)

• Founded in 1993
• Headquarters: Fort Wayne, Indiana
• Annual capacity: Approximately 13 million tons
• Specialties: Carbon steel products, recycling operations
• Known for: Highly efficient electric arc furnace operations
• Strong presence in construction and automotive markets

Major Mini-Mill Operators

Commercial Metals Company (CMC)

• Headquarters: Irving, Texas
• Specialties: Rebar, structural steel, merchant bar
• Focus on construction materials
• Significant recycling operations
• Strong presence in Western and Southern United States

Gerdau Special Steel North America

• Subsidiary of Brazilian steel giant Gerdau
• Specialties: Special bar quality (SBQ) steel
• Major presence in automotive sector
• Multiple facilities across the US
• Focus on high-value steel products

Specialty Steel Producers

Carpenter Technology Corporation

• Headquarters: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
• Specialties: Specialty alloys, stainless steel
• Focus on aerospace and medical applications
• High-performance materials
• Advanced manufacturing capabilities

TimkenSteel Corporation

• Headquarters: Canton, Ohio
• Specialties: Special bar quality (SBQ) steel
• Focus on automotive and industrial applications
• Known for: High-performance custom steel solutions
• Strong research and development capabilities

Production Capabilities and Technologies

Modern Manufacturing Methods

• Electric Arc Furnaces (EAF)
• Basic Oxygen Furnaces (BOF)
• Continuous casting
• Advanced finishing facilities
• State-of-the-art rolling mills

Environmental Initiatives

• Increased use of recycled materials
• Energy efficiency improvements
• Carbon reduction programs
• Sustainable manufacturing practices
• Water conservation efforts

Market Position and Competition

Domestic Market Share

• Nucor leads in overall production
• Cleveland-Cliffs dominates integrated operations
• U.S. Steel maintains strong historical presence
• Growing presence of mini-mill operators

Global Competitiveness

• Advanced technology adoption
• High-quality products
• Strong research and development
• Focus on value-added products
• Export capabilities

Industry Challenges and Opportunities

Current Challenges

• Global competition
• Energy costs
• Raw material price volatility
• Environmental regulations
• Infrastructure needs

Growth Opportunities

• Infrastructure spending
• Automotive sector evolution
• Energy sector development
• Construction market growth
• Advanced manufacturing

Innovation and Future Development

Technology Investment

• Advanced high-strength steels
• Digital manufacturing
• Automation systems
• Quality control improvements
• Energy efficiency

Research Focus

• New product development
• Process improvements
• Sustainability initiatives
• Material science advances
• Customer-specific solutions

Impact on American Economy

Economic Contribution

• Direct employment: Over 100,000 workers
• Indirect employment: Hundreds of thousands
• Significant tax revenue generation
• Export earnings
• Community development

Supply Chain Importance

• Critical to manufacturing sector
• Infrastructure development
• National security considerations
• Domestic capability maintenance
• Economic independence

Conclusion

American steel manufacturers continue to play a crucial role in the national economy while adapting to changing market conditions and technological advances. Their commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainability positions them well for future growth and competition in the global market.

For more information about American-made steel products and how they can benefit your projects, contact Midwest Steel Supply. We work closely with major domestic manufacturers to provide high-quality steel products that meet your specific requirements.

Note: Industry statistics and capabilities are subject to change. Contact us for current information and specific product availability.