Why Texas Is the Perfect Location for Surplus Steel Sales
Two of the largest industries in the world are oil and steel, and both have a significant presence in Texas. Now, oil is plentiful in Texas, so the growth of the oil and gas industry in the state makes sense. Steel, however, is just now on the rise, with a growing number of steel mills and fabrication services. It’s not just the growing number of steel mills in Texas that make it the perfect location for surplus steel sales.
Let’s take a look.
A Central Location
With Texas located pretty much in the middle of the continental United States, shipping and transport north, east, and west is a breeze. Whether shipping by truck or by rail, access to major transportation veins is just moments away from the surplus steel yards.
Close to Ports
Texas’s gulf coast makes the state a prime spot for importing and exporting, and that’s fortunate when it comes to steel. So much steel coming in through Texas ports means that much of the steel that goes unused is acquired by surplus steel distributors right here in the state.
Sure, there may be more central states in the US, and there may be other ports in the US, but this combination of a central location and access to ports makes Texas a pretty special spot for shipping and transporting.
Proximity to Manufacturing
A wide range of industries in Texas benefit from access to quality surplus steel products, particularly the oil and gas industry, and also construction, maritime, auto, and ranching.
Steel pipe and structural steel are always in demand, and the ability to find the necessary products for various projects right here in Texas is a huge benefit to the industries that use surplus steel the most.
Plenty of Space
Surplus steel supply requires a lot of space. Consider the ten acres that house the inventory here at Texas Iron and Metal. Not many states can boast that kind of space right downtown, close to interstates and other main thoroughfares. This makes warehousing all the surplus steel you need easy and convenient.
What all of this adds up to is better savings, faster loading and shipping times, and bigger inventory for you to choose from, right here in Texas. If you’d like to see for yourself, take a look at our inventory online or just come on down and visit with us.