Chatham Steel

Chatham Steel is a steel distributor in Columbia, SC, serving industrial and construction markets across the Southeastern United States. The company provides structural shapes, steel plate, bars, tubing, and custom steel processing services, including cutting, bending, forming, stamping, and coating. It supports a broad range of industries, including commercial construction, industrial fabrication, mining, rail, shipbuilding, and OEM manufacturing. With a customer base of over 2,500 active clients, Chatham Steel emphasizes fast delivery, just-in-time inventory stocking, and precise processing to meet project-specific needs. The business maintains a 3.50 rating based on 38 reviews.

Chatham Steel traces its origins to 1915 as a scrap iron and metal business founded in Savannah, Georgia, and has since grown into a major steel service leader. Now headquartered in Savannah, the company operates divisions in Columbia, Orlando, Birmingham, Durham, and other locations. It became part of the Reliance, Inc. family in 1998, enhancing its capacity to meet evolving customer demands. The company continues to invest in modern facilities, advanced processing equipment, and information systems to ensure rapid, accurate service. Its culture emphasizes teamwork, continuous improvement, and responsiveness to changing market needs. Chatham offers a wide range of products, including carbon, alloy, stainless, and aluminum steel, as well as expanded metal, grating, and specialized finishes.

The business is located on Shop Road in Columbia, SC, situated about a half-mile from South Beltline Boulevard and within a half-mile of Shop Road itself. It lies near the African-American Heroes of the 371st Regiment memorial and adjacent to Gills Creek, with nearby schools including Bates School and South Kilbourne School, each approximately seven-tenths of a mile away.

Chatham Steel is recognized for its comprehensive product offerings, reliable processing capabilities, and strong regional presence. Its well-documented online information and optimized website reflect a business that prioritizes clarity and accessibility. The company is known for its commitment to quality, precision, and customer satisfaction across the Southeast, making it a trusted partner in industrial and construction supply chains.

As a long-standing provider in Columbia, Chatham Steel supports the region’s infrastructure and manufacturing growth with dependable, high-quality steel solutions.

Services:

• Beam Processing
• Coating and Finishing Services
• Just-in-Time Inventory Stocking
• Plate & Sheet Processing
• Structural Shapes