Metals

Freeburg Industrial Fabrication, a manufacturer of sheet metal and structural steel parts, has recently opened a new manufacturing facility in Eloy, Arizona. This expansion not only signifies the company’s growth but also contributes to the strengthening of American industry and manufacturing capabilities.

A recent Kansas Senate endorsement by the Teamsters and their decision to skip a presidential endorsement highlight growing political divisions between union leadership and rank-and-file members. Meanwhile, the United Steelworkers continue consistent support for Democratic candidates, underscoring contrasting approaches within major blue-collar unions.

U.S. Steel has successfully restarted Blast Furnace #14 at its Gary Works facility in Indiana following a $350 million reline project. The refurbishment included critical system upgrades and was completed with over 1 million labor hours, marking a significant milestone in maintaining the steelmaker’s production capacity.

The Reshoring Initiative’s 2026 survey shows a rise in U.S. reshoring activity among OEMs and contract manufacturers compared to 2025, despite challenges like policy uncertainty, import price competition, and skilled labor shortages.