Metallus Commissions New Furnaces in Ohio with U.S. Army Funding to Boost Munitions Supply Chain
Metallus has officially commissioned new steelmaking equipment at its Gambrinus plant in Canton, Ohio. This initiative is part of a U.S. Army-backed effort aimed at strengthening domestic munitions production. The Army has committed nearly $100 million to this investment, with additional support for workforce and economic development provided by JobsOhio. The project introduces a bloom reheat furnace, a roller furnace, and associated equipment to the facility. These additions are expected to expand production capacity, enhance efficiency, improve product quality, and increase manufacturing flexibility. The primary goal of this investment is to augment the supply of specialty steel, a critical component used in Army artillery and mortar shells, which Metallus has supplied for over three decades. The commissioning event was attended by representatives from Metallus, the U.S. Army, government officials, and regional economic-development organizations, including Colonel Alicia Johnson, the Army’s Project Manag... 
