Made in America Steel: Powering Growth, Innovation, and Strength
The Foundation of Progress: Made in America Steel
For over a century, American steel has built the backbone of our country. From bridges and battleships to skyscrapers and railroads, steel is more than a product—it’s a symbol of durability, progress, and national strength.
Today, American-made steel is taking center stage once again.
With the passage of the One Big Beautiful Bill and reinforced Buy American provisions, the U.S. government is directing billions into infrastructure, defense, and shipbuilding. That means more projects—and more demand for steel that’s melted, poured, and processed right here in the USA.
Why U.S.-Made Steel Matters Now More Than Ever
The steel industry isn’t just ramping up—it’s redefining its role in America’s future. Here’s why:
- National Security: U.S. shipbuilding and defense contracts now require domestic steel sourcing, ensuring the integrity and reliability of our military supply chains.
- Economic Resilience: American steel mills support thousands of jobs and anchor regional economies—particularly in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and the Midwest.
- Environmental Standards: American mills meet higher emission and recycling standards than many global competitors, leading the way in sustainable steelmaking.
- Supply Chain Control: Reducing dependence on foreign steel keeps pricing, lead times, and quality more consistent—especially important in high-spec applications.
Steel producers aren’t just responding to demand. They’re investing in new technology, expanding capacity, and modernizing operations to meet the moment—and lead the next era of American growth.
Scaling Up? You Don’t Have to Do It Alone.
With increased output comes increased complexity. More scrap to move. More product to handle. More fuel to deliver. More logistics to coordinate—safely, efficiently, and reliably.
That’s where Control Chief comes in.
Supporting the Steel Industry Through American Craftsmanship
At Control Chief, we understand the demands of the steel environment—because we’ve spent decades designing systems to thrive in it. Our remote control solutions for overhead cranes and industrial locomotives are built right here in the USA, with the same values that drive your business:
- Durability
- Precision
- Reliability
- Safety
When we talk about Made in America, we mean more than where it’s built—we mean how it’s built. With integrity. With craftsmanship. And with a commitment to helping American industries succeed.
🔗 Learn more about our commitment to American Craftsmanship
Built for the Furnace. Built for the Future.
Whether you’re charging the melt shop, moving hot billets, positioning coils, or feeding coke to the blast furnace—your operation depends on reliable movement.
Our solutions include:
- Crane Remote Controls
Rugged wireless systems designed for high-heat, high-volume environments—improving visibility, safety, and throughput. - Locomotive Remote Controls
Portable and permanent solutions for in-plant rail movement of raw materials and finished product. - Load-Out Management Systems
Automate and control the delivery of coal and coke with precision—essential for fuel-efficient steelmaking.
All of our systems are engineered, assembled, and supported in the United States—and designed specifically for the heavy industrial world you operate in.
A New Era for Steel—and for American Industry
The momentum is here. The projects are funded. The mills are turning.
Whether you’re a legacy producer scaling up, a modern mill expanding operations, or an integrated facility rethinking your control infrastructure—Control Chief is ready to support you.
Because your steel is Made in America.
And so is ours.
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Mark Childs
Mark’s greatest joy is helping the customers find solutions to complex problems. With an engineering background and 28 years with Control Chief, if a customer can dream it up, Mark can help them achieve it!
Rebekah Waters
Rebekah specializes in helping customers find just the right solution—whether it’s a standard setup or something custom to fit unique needs. Known for her friendly approach and attention to detail, she’s committed to making the buying process simple and stress-free. Outside the office, Rebekah enjoys relaxing with her trio of dogs—a Great Dane and two Doodles.
Christian Maynard
Dave Tenney
Dave is our Locomotive Remote Control Guru. Passionate about his job and always ready to help. If Dave’s not “on the road” supporting our customers you’ll find him working with local youth through the Boy Scouts as a Shooting Sports Director.
Dan Sipko
Dan has been in the rail industry forever! He is a traveling man and will be happy to visit your site and talk anything and everything locomotive. When Dan’s not traveling you can find him wetting a line from his boat.
Jim Hanson
We keep Jim locked up (at the main headquarters that is)! Jim is our search engine, so to speak, and keeps our locomotive guys well stocked with information for their travels. You will always find Jim with his nose in a book.
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