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AK Steel Applauds Preliminary Ruling in Trade Case vs. Electrical Steel

19 May 2014 - AK Steel said that the U.S. Department of Commerce has announced its preliminary determinations that imports of non-oriented electrical steel (NOES) from China, Germany, Japan, South Korea, Sweden and Taiwan are being sold at less than fair value (dumped) in the U.S.

AISI Says Highway Funding Needed Now

19 May 2014 - The week of 12 May 2014 was designated "Infrastructure Week 2014," an initiative highlighting America’s infrastructure challenges and underscoring the importance of increased infrastructure investment in building a more competitive economy, the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) announced.

Northern Iron Corp., Danieli Sign Cooperation Agreement; Contemplate DR Plant in Canada

16 May 2014 - Northern Iron Corp. announced the signing of a cooperation agreement with DANIELI & C. Officine Meccaniche S.p.A. of Buttrio (Udine), Italy (Danieli).

SMA Presents Achievement in Advocacy Award to Steel Dynamics VP

16 May 2014 - The Steel Manufacturers Association (SMA) presented its James F. Collins Achievement in Advocacy Award to John Nolan, vice president of product development for Steel Dynamics, during SMA’s Annual Members Conference at the Renaissance Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C.

Magnetek Radio Remote Controls Receive ATEX Certification for Hazardous Locations

16 May 2014 - Magnetek Inc., a leading supplier of digital power and motion control systems, announced the availability of radio remote controls certified for use in potentially hazardous locations.

Recycling is Primary Energy Efficiency Technology for Steelmaking: U.S. EIA

16 May 2014 - The U.S. Energy Information Administration’s new “Today in Energy” brief looks at how important recycling is in the aluminum and steelmaking process.

U.S. Steel Shipments Rose in March 2014

16 May 2014 - The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) reported that for the month of March 2014, U.S. steel mills shipped 8,337,578 tons.

U.S. Steel Institute Comments on Proposed Utility Greenhouse Gas Emissions Regulations

15 May 2014 - The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) in conjunction with over a dozen other leading energy, agriculture, and manufacturing associations, submitted comments Friday to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) in response to the proposed regulations of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from electric generating utilities.

SunCoke Energy Updates 2014 Guidance, Receives Permit to Build New Facility in Kentucky

15 May 2014 - On 9 May 2014, SunCoke Energy Inc. (SXC) closed on its dropdown agreement with SunCoke Energy Partners L.P. (SXCP) to contribute a 33% interest in each of the Haverhill and Middletown cokemaking facilities for total consideration of US$365 million.

Magnetek’s New Dynamic Braking Units Offer Advanced Features for Improved Operation

15 May 2014 - Magnetek Inc., a provider of digital power and motion control systems for the material handling industry, announced the launch of the full line of their CDBR-D dynamic braking units.

Alacero Appoints New General Director

15 May 2014 - The Board of Directors of Alacero, the Latin American Steel Association, appointed Dr. Rafael Rubio as the new general director of the institution, replacing Guillermo Moreno, during its semi-annual meeting that took place on 13 May in Bogota, Colombia.

Timken Announces Management and Board Changes

15 May 2014 - The Timken Co. announced that the Board of Directors has named Richard G. Kyle as president and chief executive officer of the company, effective immediately.

Severstal Responds to Speculation of Sale of Severstal North America

14 May 2014 - Severstal released a statement on media speculation that the company is looking to divest its U.S. operations in Dearborn, Mich., and Columbus, Miss.

SMA Presents Annual Awards for Safety, Environmental Stewardship, Innovation and Community Involvement

14 May 2014 - The Steel Manufacturers Association (SMA) presented its annual awards for 2014, recognizing the safety, environmental stewardship, innovation and community involvement efforts of the minimill steel industry.

U.S. Steel Exports Rebounded in March 2014

14 May 2014 - U.S. steel exports expanded significantly in March 2014, though they remained below the levels of a year earlier, the American Institute for International Steel (AIIS) reported.

IREPAS: Bright Spots in Global Long Steel Demand Despite Ongoing Uncertainties

14 May 2014 - The global long steel products market is still characterized by uncertainty amid the adverse effects of ongoing political tensions, IREPAS says in its latest short range outlook.

ArcelorMittal’s Improving Quarterly Results Reflect Recovering Steel Markets

14 May 2014 - ArcelorMittal, the world’s leading integrated steel and mining company, announced results for the three month period ended 31 March 2014.

AK Steel Employee Receives Award For Technical Research Paper

14 May 2014 - An AK Steel employees has been recognized by the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) for distinguished research.

Johnstown Wire Technologies Acquired by Private Investment Firm

13 May 2014 - Aterian Investment Partners, a private equity firm, announced that one of its affiliates has acquired Johnstown Wire Technologies Inc.

AISI Announces 2014 Institute Medal Winners, SSAB Americas Wins Top Honor

13 May 2014 - The American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI) awarded its highest technical award, the 2014 Institute Medal, to three industry authors for their winning paper, "Development of an Inclusion Characterization Methodology for Improving Steel Product Cleanliness."

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