Section 232 Tariffs & Its Impact on Steel Supply
As many expected at the time, the 2024 presidential election’s impact on manufacturing was substantial, particularly with the raising of Section 232 tariffs on steel and aluminum. Let’s take a closer look at these tariffs and how they’re influencing the steel industry in America. What is Section 232? According to the Bureau of Industry and […]
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Employee Spotlight: Meet Jeric Walz!
Welcome to another edition of our employee spotlight series! This month, we are excited to shine the light on one of our amazing Plant Managers, Jeric Walz. From his start at the Mason draw bench to leading the team in Ithaca, Jeric’s journey is a testament to the growth and resilience of our crew. Check […]
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How Steel Contributes to Disaster-Resistant Structures
The strength, durability, flexibility, sustainability, and sheer abundance of steel make it extremely popular in the construction industry, as steel-framed buildings can be built quickly, last an exceptionally long time with minimal maintenance, and come with the lowest carbon footprint of any other building material (namely wood and concrete). Plus, structural steel helps buildings resist […]
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Employee Spotlight – Say Hello to Joe!
Welcome to another edition of our employee spotlight series! This month, we shine the light on one of our amazing Sales Representatives, Joe Starnes! Check out the blog below to learn more about his journey, interests, and much more! How many years have you been with CSW? 17 What is the most used emoji in […]
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Employee Spotlight: Say Hi to Rick Farlin!
Welcome to another edition of our employee spotlight series! This month, we shine the light on our Draw Bench Manager, Rick Farlin. As we celebrate our 25th anniversary, we will be shining the light on some of our team members who have been with Capital Steel the longest. So check out the blog below to […]
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Utilizing Recycled Steel in Construction and Manufacturing
More than 90% of all metal products are made of steel. With a material that prevalent and prominent, it’s an understatement to say it’s important for steel to be sustainable. And it is. Steel is one of the most environmentally friendly materials on the planet and is considered a green construction material. One of the […]
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Employee Spotlight: Meet Bill Flannery!
Welcome to another edition of our employee spotlight series! This month, we shine the light on our Vice President of Sales, Bill Flannery. As we celebrate our 25th anniversary, we will be shining the light on some of our team members who have been with Capital Steel the longest. So check out the blog below […]
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Guide to Carbon vs. Alloy Steel: Which is Right for You?
Carbon steel and alloy steel have a lot in common: they’re abundant, versatile, durable, and 100% recyclable. Even among the commonalities, though, they start to differ. There are more than 3,500 grades of steel, so how do you know which steel is right for your project? The first thing to consider is whether you’ll be […]
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Employee Spotlight: Say Hi to Justin Marshall!
Welcome to another edition of our employee spotlight series! This month, we shine the light on our 2nd Shift Hull Rd. Plant Manager, Justin Marshall! Check out the blog below to learn more about his journey, interests, and much more! How many years have you worked at CSW? 6 years and 4 months! Do you […]
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Steel Framing vs. Wood Framing: Benefits for Modern Construction
Framing in construction is essential to every structure. It is, literally, the frame onto which everything else is built. You could think of it as a building’s skeleton. The frame supports the roof and shingles, attaches to the foundation, and holds the floors, ceilings, walls, windows, doors, cabinets, décor, and more in place. The two […]
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