Final Thoughts

Final thoughts

Written by Brett Linton & Ethan Bernard

May 21, 2024

From integrated to EAF, from hot-dipped galv to cold-rolled sheet, to the reputable vacuum tank degasser, the steel industry definitely has its own jargon. And we know our readers know that lingo backwards and forwards. Rather than test you on it, we thought we’d do something different.

In this special “Two-sday” edition of our crossword feature, we’re looking at double-meanings of steel terms. You know, from another angle, not necessarily a right angle but hopefully a humorous one with a pun here and there. So, have a look at the clues below, and try to see how they relate to the world of steel.

Note: We are doing a steel-themed crossword every week leading up to our Steel 101 course on June 11-12 in Fort Wayne, Ind. The course includes a tour of SDI Butler, an EAF sheet mill. If you want to learn more about steelmaking or market fundamentals, this is the course for you.

Steel history

Did you know the month of May each year was dedicated to steel? Approved on Nov, 2, 1966, by a joint resolution, Congress established May as “Steelmark Month.” Also, on April 8, 1967, President Lyndon B. Johnson called upon all the people of the country to observe the month every year. How are you celebrating?

Crossword

Click here to attempt this week’s “Two-sday” crossword.

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Brett Linton

Brett Linton is a senior analyst for Steel Market Update, where he began his career. Linton has been in the steel industry since 2010. He has held roles as a category manager and strategic insights director at Reibus before returning to SMU in 2024. He is a graduate of The University of North Georgia with a degree in Finance and Accounting. Brett can be reached at brett@steelmarketupdate.com or 724-314-0179.

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Ethan Bernard

Ethan Bernard is managing editor for Steel Market Update. He previously worked for American Metal Market as a copy editor in the New York office for two years, starting in 2008. Later, he copy edited AMM’s monthly magazine on a freelance basis from 2015 until 2017. With experience in financial copywriting and textbook publishing, he holds a BA in Comparative Literature from UC Berkeley, and an MFA. in Creative Writing from New York University. He can be reached at ethan@steelmarketupdate.com or 724-759-7871.

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