At CSM Metal Decking, every part of our process—from raw materials to finished products—reflects our commitment to delivering high-quality metal decking solutions. Join us on a virtual tour of our facility, where we manage over 4 million pounds of inventory, operate advanced deck mills, and maintain rigorous quality standards to ensure reliable, ready-to-ship products.
Planning and Estimation: Customizing for Every Project
For larger projects, we offer a personalized approach to planning. Our estimators work with construction drawings provided by customers, planning materials and detailing installation instructions. In one of our offices, you’ll see our estimator reviewing these drawings and outlining what type of decking and accessories will be required for installation.
These detailed plans are particularly useful for large-scale projects, where accuracy in materials and placement are essential.
Climate-Controlled Storage: Protecting Our Steel Inventory
Our facility begins with climate-controlled storage areas designed to keep steel coils in optimal condition by preventing condensation with irregular temperatures outside. We manage an inventory of around 4 million pounds of structural-grade steel in various profiles, gauges, and finishes.
This setup ensures we can respond quickly to customer needs with fast turnarounds, whether the order requires standard profiles or customized specifications.
The Heart of Production: Advanced Deck Mills
As we move into the production area, you’ll find two powerful deck mills that enable us to produce high-quality metal decking efficiently. The first deck mill, the “stop/start,” produces composite floor decks and allows for precise starts and stops throughout the process.
The second deck mill, known as the “cut-blind shear,” runs continuously. Its cutting unit travels alongside the material, making cuts while the production line remains in motion.
This process enhances our productivity, keeping up with high demand while maintaining quality. Both mills are operated by skilled technicians who monitor every detail, ensuring each deck meets stringent standards.
Quality Control: Ensuring Top Standards in Every Deck
A critical part of our facility tour is the quality control area, where every piece of metal deck undergoes thorough checks before moving forward. Hector, our production supervisor, verifies dimensions, including gauge (thickness), profile, and width, to make sure each coil meets CSM’s strict standards.
He checks width tolerance and confirms the correct tagging on each coil, all while documenting the measurements to ensure a consistent quality record. This thorough process sets us apart by ensuring that every product meets our high standards before it’s shipped to our customers.
If you’d like a detailed overview of our quality control process, read our quality control article for more insight into each step.
Dry, Protected Shipping: A Unique CSM Advantage
Unlike some manufacturers who may leave finished products outside until shipment, CSM Metal Decking takes extra precautions to keep every deck protected. Our trailers are stored undercover to keep materials dry and shielded from the elements, preventing rust or damage.
This commitment ensures that all metal decking arrives in pristine condition, ready for immediate installation.
Ready for Shipment: Stocked and Stored for Fast Delivery
Finally, we reach the storage and shipping areas. Here, you’ll see various metal deck sheets and accessories ready to go out.
With four different storage units plus trailers dedicated to shipping, our facility is designed for efficiency and rapid response.
Standard stock orders, such as our popular B-deck, can even ship the same day, ensuring a quick turnaround for customers who need metal decking in a hurry.
CSM Metal Deck Supplier
CSM Metal Decking’s facility is more than just a production space—it’s a well-organized operation dedicated to quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction. From climate-controlled storage to advanced deck mills, personalized project planning, rigorous quality checks, and protective shipping, every aspect of our facility supports our mission to provide superior metal decking solutions.
We hope this tour has given you insight into our processes and the commitment that goes into every piece of metal decking we produce. CSM Metal Decking has you covered for quality, reliability, and timely service. Contact us today to get your metal deck order started.
