Metallus, a U.S. specialty steel manufacturer, has commissioned a bloom reheat furnace, roller furnace, and supporting equipment at its Gambrinus facility in Canton, Ohio, to expand production capabilities for critical defense materials.
The investment was supported by the U.S. Army’s nearly $100 million funding commitment, along with workforce and economic development support from JobsOhio. The new assets are expected to improve operational efficiency, product quality, and manufacturing flexibility while supporting efforts to strengthen the domestic munitions supply chain.
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“These investments strengthen our ability to support the Army’s efforts to increase munitions production, enhance our manufacturing capabilities, and help build a more resilient domestic supply chain for materials that are critical to our nation’s security,” said Mike Williams, chief executive officer of Metallus.
Metallus has supplied specialty steel for U.S. Army artillery and mortar shell applications for more than 30 years. The company manufactures alloy steel bars, seamless mechanical tubing, and manufactured components for the industrial, automotive, aerospace and defense, and energy markets.
Representatives from Metallus, the U.S. Army, regional economic development organizations, and government offices marked the commissioning with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and tours of the new equipment.
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