November 2024 Volume 6

FOUNDATION NEWS

FIERF DONOR SPOTLIGHT: Alton Steel Inc.

The Forging Industry Educa tional & Research Foundation (FIERF) would like to recog nize one of our Bronze Anvil Society Donors, Alton Steel Inc. Located in Alton, IL, Alton Steel operates a 200-ton elec

Industry Association, the company started contributing to the Forging Foundation in 2006, providing vital support to FIERF’s programs and the Forging Industry Women’s Scholarship. Alton Steel is also a proud supporter of FIERF’s Annual Silent Auction and a sponsor of FIERF’s Annual Golf Outing. Jeff Hoerr, General Manager of Sales, says, “It’s personally important for me to support FIERF. I’ve been in the business a few(!) years, and I’ve seen the cycle of trying to attract and hire young people into the metals business. The Foundation can provide just that…a foundation for a start of what we all know can be long and rewarding careers. We’re happy to have a hand in this effort!” Jeff is also on the FIERF Board of Trustees where he will serve the next three years helping the Forging Foundation in their workforce development efforts. Thank you, Alton Steel Inc., for supporting the Forging Foundation and students throughout the years! Consider a gift of support of your own. Contact Amanda Dureiko at amanda@forging.org if you are interested in inspiring the next generation of forgers!

tric arc furnace, which feeds a 7”x7” continuous caster for the 14" bar mill. They have the capacity to roll 300,000 tons of Special Bar Quality (SBQ) from ¾” through 3-1/2”, bar-in-coil through 1-13/16”, and a variety of round-cornered squares. Partnering with forging customers improves product quality, reduces waste, and lowers costs. It allows for optimized materials, resulting in stronger, more reliable components. Alton Steel is a good fit for customers who need a flexible and fast response, wrapped up in excellent customer service! Forgers are a vital component of the mix. Alton Steel has actively participated in the Forging Industry Asso ciation since 2003. Shortly after becoming members of the Forging

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