Combatting the increasing price of steel

As we move into 2021 where COVID 19 lockdowns are dissipating, the prices of building materials are quickly rising while supply chain interruptions are also creating havoc for construction schedules.  One of the key items hitting close to home for concrete projects is steel.  According to the latest data released by the Bureau of Labor Statistics for the producer price index, steel mill products were up 76% year-over-year in May.  Since this data was released, additional increases have been announced effective immediately. At Angelle Materials, we are keeping a close eye on these trends and offer alternatives to secondary steel reinforcement for our customers’ concrete projects. An alternative we recommend is Fibrillated and Macro Synthetic fibers which can eliminate the steel used to reinforce the concrete. This not only provides savings in materials but can also potentially avoid costly delays to your schedule.

One additional way we are helping our customers reduce their project schedules is through the use of SmartRock technology. Angelle is the only concrete company in Louisiana to incorporate this technology into our products through our SmartRock Plus™ sensors that give our customers important information about their concrete including temperature, strength, maturity info and more. By using our SmartRock sensors, our customers can make quick decisions on-site and eliminate unnecessary setbacks improving their construction schedule which ultimately improves their overall cost of the project. Contact us at Angelle Materials to schedule a demo of SmartRock or to receive a quote for your next project.