Every building needs a little steel. Metal is highly-popular in today’s construction. A building might require specialty services to help complete the final project by adding a steel component or additional infrastructure. After decades in the steel industry, we not only supply metal for construction jobs, but we help contractors source the material they need […]
In September of 2020, the country looked back to what was a history-altering event that happened in New York but shook the entire nation. The day of September 11th is never easy to revisit, but remembering our history is an important part of understanding our present. In the last few blogs, we have focused on […]
In our previous blog, we traveled back in time to the early part of the 20th century, when the world learned what heavy weaponry and aircraft would come to change about warfare. Steel production had an incredible amount of influence on the war effort. Innovation and industrial production did not stop there, of course. When […]
America’s favorite pastime is about more than just the sport, the hotdogs, popcorn and overly-priced beer. It’s also about the stadium. Part of the magic of witnessing a professional or minor league baseball game is also thanks to the atmosphere created by the stadium—surrounded by screaming (sometimes drunken) fans, wearing their t-shirts and jerseys, and […]
The phenomenon of having the earth shake still baffles scientists and seismologists even today. One of the planet’s most destructive events is not exactly predictable and are certainly not stoppable. And yet, over the centuries human beings have learned about the kinds of structures that better stand up to this activity. At Steel Specialities, we […]
So much of our world is made out of this wonderful metal. It is versatile, durable, and affordable. It is functional, beautiful, and completely adaptable to a variety of environments. Steel can be used in a variety of construction projects: from the building of roads and rails, bridges, buildings, airports, and more. Rest your eyes […]
In the 20th century, steel had a monumental surge in popularity and use, becoming the go-to material for a strong building. That popularity hasn’t waned at all, some of today’s most impressive structures use steel for its durability and strength. Here at Steel Specialties, there’s no secret about our love for the versatile metal, but […]
The foundation and sturdiness of a building receive a large amount of thought and consideration when architects are planning to design and construction workers are planning to assemble a complex. Steel is one of the strongest alloys made from iron metal, which is why it is one of the most optimal elements one could choose […]
From bridges to the world’s tallest skyscrapers, steel is one of the most used materials in construction today. Whether you’ve worked with the material in the past or are just now considering it for your next project, as an El Paso builder, there’s a lot you and the building’s owner can benefit from when you […]
Steel has numerous benefits. Far more than meets the eye! When it comes to the structural foundation of a building, not only does steel make your building stronger and able to withstand the test of time but it also makes it eco-friendly. The same can’t be said for many other materials. Whether you’re building a […]
