Mastering Coil Selection: A Guide to Ensuring Quality and Efficiency in Steel Procurement

March 28, 2024 2:00PM - 3:00PM Eastern

Join us for an in-depth webinar aimed at providing invaluable guidance on navigating the complexities of coil selection for structural and non-structural applications. We'll delve into crucial factors such as grade, ksi, base metal thickness, and coating weight, with a focus on adhering to IBC and AISI code references and SFIA program requirements. By dissecting ASTM standards A1003 and A653, we'll discuss the differences between the two and offer insights into their reliability for obtaining minimum thicknesses required in the SFIA Stud Code Compliance Certification Program. Learn essential considerations when purchasing coil, including the importance of mill certifications and the pros and cons of buying slit versus full coil. Gain expert advice on optimizing your coil procurement process to ensure you're investing in the right materials efficiently.

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Andrew Geisler, President Mainline Metals

Andrew started his career in the steel industry at the age of 19, when he was hired by Mainline Metals as a co-op student. Under Bob Dubin’s tutelage, Andrew learned the art of cold-calling and how to find and sell surplus and excess steel. Once graduated from Drexel University with a degree in materials engineering, Andrew was hired by Mainline Metals.

Andrew’s rigor and ambition have been integral to his personal success and to Mainline Metals’ growth as a company. Andrew cultivated his entrepreneurial skills from a young age, having started multiple businesses while in high school and college. Then, after making Mainline Metals his home for the last 30 years, Andrew became the President of Mainline Metals at 40 years old.

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