steel service center
Steel Supply is a distributor of special finish bar and tube items including chrome plated carbon, alloy and stainless steel shafting, honed I.D. carbon steel tubing and chrome plated O.D. carbon steel tubing. There is a machine shop available on the premises, too.
Keywords: chrome
shafting
tubing
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Since 1904
What is your primary product or service?
Chrome plated carbon, alloy and stainless steel shafting.
TG&P carbon, alloy and stainless steel shafting.
Honed I.D. Carbon Steel Tubing - DOM and CDSM
Chrome Plated O.D. Carbon Steel Tubing - DOM and CDSM
Chrome Plated I.D. Carbon Steel Tubing - DOM and CDSM
Cold finished bar for thread rolling.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
Current ownership since mid 1930s.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We are able to respond faster. Also, with our in-house processing capabilities, we can supply many special diameters with a short lead-time. Metric items are available from stock.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
Just the 1.
We underwent expansion in 1994.
Provide detailed directions to your location
Located in suburban Chicago near O'Hare Int'l Airport
What type of payments do you accept?
Visa, MasterCard, COD and open terms with approved credit.
Which areas do you service?
Nationwide and International
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
Owner is Donald Hjortland
Operated by David Sheer
What are your hours of operation?
Monday thru Friday 8AM-5PM Central time zone