The Steel Advantage
Steel. The word itself evokes thoughts of strength, durability and safety. It's no coincidence that the material that is relied upon to provide stability in automobiles, buildings, bridges, and a myriad other uses is also the material of choice for carrying and containing fluids and gases and is the core component for structural and mechanical devices.
Advances in technology and metallurgy continue to provide us with longer lasting, more economical products. The following pages detail the unique benefits of steel for water transmission and treatment uses, and an array of commercial and industrial applications.
Northwest Pipe company is a member of The Steel Alliance, an industry-wide
organization of more than 145 North American steel producers and affiliated
organizations that have joined together in an unprecedented coalition to
educate consumers about the benefits of steel. Our Steel Links page contains
information and links to other relevant steel industry sites.