Drawing a hard-line – Breaking the cycle of imported pipe & tube
On April 19th 2017, an investigation into Section 232 was initiated by Secretary of Commerce Wilbur Ross to analyze reports of excess global steel production an...
How Illegally Traded Imports are Destroying Domestic Manufacturing: An Interview with Zekelman Industries President, David Seeger
In light of the battle over whether to pass the Trade Promotion Authority (TPA) in the Senate last week and the impending battle in th...
Are Free Trade Agreements Fair to Domestic Manufacturing Companies?
According to the U.S. Department of Commerce, “Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) have proved to be one of the best ways to open up foreign markets to U.S. exporters.” FTAs reduce trade barriers for U.S. exports and they “protect U.S. interests and enhance the rule of law in the FTA partner country.” Essenti...
Who’s the Real Threat to American Jobs in the Oil & Gas Industry?
Energex Tube is a mid-sized player in the very competitive OCTG space. Part of JMC Steel Group, we are provided many opportunities other companies in the OCTG industry may not have, including advantages in procurement and manufacturing expertise. During the past three years, Energex Tube has taken the steps needed to create a highly compe...