Steel Products Prices North America
Hascall Steel Opens Chicago Facility
April 3, 2023
Hascall Steel Co., a steel service center based in Grand Rapids, Mich., has acquired a new location in Chicago.
The company said the operation, which opened its doors on Monday, April 3, is equipped with a full team of industry professionals and is already stocked to service current and new customers in the Chicago area and beyond.
“We are excited for this new opportunity and look forward to showcasing what makes us special,” Dag Hascall, CEO of Hascall Steel, said in a statement. “Our vision for this location is to capitalize on the proximity to our steel supply sources and provide value to our customer base.”
By Ethan Bernard, ethan@steelmarketupdate.com
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