2020: A Year of Surprising Growth

COVID-19 has been disrupting manufacturing supply chains. Consequently, manufacturers have had to adapt and seek new solutions to acquire the supplies they need. According to IndustryNet, the industrial marketplace that connects buyers with 400,000 U.S. manufacturers and suppliers of more than 10,000 products and services, category searches on the site for the month of April surged 42% over April of 2019, suggesting that U.S. manufacturers are on the hunt for new domestic suppliers to help fill gaps in the supply chain. This trend has continued throughout 2020. Some of the most searched for items behind tools were steel pipes and tubes, including carbon steel tubing and welded steel tubing.

U.S. Industrial production rose 1.1% in October after easing back in September, according to the latest report from the Federal Reserve, released November 17, 2020. Specifically, steel tubing manufacturers are experiencing sustainable growth because they produce a wide range of specialized products needed in key industries. For example, steel tubes and pipes are used to build the energy grid, develop the water infrastructure and create new renewable energy systems. These products are also used to make critical tools and machinery, such as hydraulic systems and conveyor belts.

Manufacturers are choosing steel tubing for two main reasons:

Versatility: Stainless steel tubes work for an extensive range of applications thanks to its strength, ductility, durability, corrosion resistance, and lower coefficient of friction.
Cost Effectiveness: One of the most appealing benefits to hydraulic and pneumatic industry professionals is the fact that stainless steel tubes cost less to maintain and can save you money over time because of their long service life.

At Ohio Galvanized Tube, we have been supporting all types of applications by producing top quality steel pipes and tubing for over 20 years for the Cleveland area and all across the country. We proudly manufacture the GATORSHIELD® A500 mechanical steel tube, which is great for outdoor uses like playgrounds, greenhouse framing, solar framing and more. When you want a company based in the U.S. making the highest quality steel tubing available on the market, contact us today.

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