Case Study
Steel Dynamics, Inc.
Steel Dynamics, Inc. | ClearSpan Challenge – Year-round rail production Solution – Hercules Truss Arch Building Size – 83' wide x 336' 8'' long Application – Covered transfer bed Steel Dynamics, Inc. is the fifth largest producer of carbon steel products in the United States. Located at their most recently commissioned mill in Columbia City, IN, the Structural and Rail Division is the only facility in the world that can weld rail into 1,600' lengths. Says Steve Messina, civil engineer on site, “In the last few years, SDI has developed a state-of-the-art facility that stretches nearly 3,100', which gives us the ability to weld rail to such lengths.” He continues, “This mill also has the capability to produce wide flange beams, H-piling, angles, channels and sheet piling.” To ensure y