December 04, 2008

Steel cleaning plant opening in Erie

It is reported that a group of Toledo area steel servicing executives is opening a USD 3 million steel cleaning plant at 222 Lavoy Road in Erie. The 32,000 square foot American Roll Coating and Cleaning Co LLC is to open in May with 10 employees.

It will use a high pressure wash process to clean steel that has been damaged by rusting and other means. The steel is intended for use in autos, appliances and lawn and garden products.

Majority partners are Mr John Bates of Heidtman Steel and Mr Bill Feniger of Universal Metals. Mr Mike Leonard will be president and GM.