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Stair Tread Gets Traction!
With the help of a grant from the state of Michigan, the company is in the process of bringing to market an innovative stair component that makes use of recycled tires. The architectural community is excited about the design and function, while the construction community is excited about the impact on the construction schedule. The product has U.S. Patent Pending and is being tested and refined by the company's design team.
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Lean Sigma
In 2009 Steel Supply and Engineering launched a Lean Sigma Leadership initiative. Company President Jeff Dean is driving the organizational efforts to improve the processes and systems that deliver customer value. According to Sean Dwyer, Vice President of Human Resources,”Lean Sigma provides a proven framework for developing our leaders and continuous improvement capability. Lean Manufacturing’s focus on the elimination of waste, combined with Six Sigma’s focus on the systemic reduction of process variation, give us the tools we need to lead our industry in quality and deliver performance.” According to Dean, "For years, we have been great at serving our customers with quality products and responsive service. As we continue to grow our business, Lean Sigma will help us create a culture that remains dedicated to serving customers with excellence.”
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Modern Steel Construction BIM Article
http://www.modernsteel.com/Uploads/Issues/August_2009/082009_to_web.pdf
Steel Supply & Engineering's SDS2 capabilities bring Building Information Modeling services to the structural design process. The company provides three dimensional models of structural steel details to aid in the engineering and design process. According to Roy Lorenz, "BIM is becoming an essential tool in the design and construction of complex structures. Our forward thinking customers add us to the design team early and realize tens of thousands of dollars in savings on construction costs in the process. In one case we worked closely with the architect and owner to improve a roof systems structural integrity while saving more than $100 thousand in construction costs, all while maintaining the architect's aesthetic vision for the building." The Haworth expansion project subsequently earned several regional and national awards, including LEED gold certification.
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