Trusted Metal Service & Distribution Center Since 1959

We are Tell Steel

Tell Steel offers state-of-the-art steel processing capabilities in-house, providing the full-service options you need from your metal distributor. With 8,500 tons of metal on hand, Tell Steel has the materials for any industry or application. Located in Long Beach, we have served Southern California for over 60 years.

First in Service

Our customer-first mindset sets Tell Steel apart from other distribution/service centers. From start to finish, our premier location allows us to act as a mediator for all types of processing in every industry. Need something fabricated, formed or welded; rest assured we got you covered.
First in Service

Premium Steel for Construction, Transportation, & More Industries

Tell Steel has the expertise and personalized service for your application. We offer custom solutions for any project, big or small. We supply premium metal resources for private small businesses, large manufacturing enterprises, government municipalities, and more. Check out some of the industries we serve every day.
Construction
Construction
Maritime Shipping
Maritime Shipping
Aviation
Aviation
Machine Shops/Fabricators
Machine Shops / Fabricators

Tell Steel History & Growth

For over 65 years, Tell Steel has served Southern California. Tell D. Tuffli began Tell Steel as a family business in 1959 with one power hack saw and one truck. Since then, we’ve grown to a 100,000-square-foot, multiple-bay facility in Long Beach that serves clients across the country.

Tell Steel has grown considerably over the years, and our goal is to continue increasing and diversifying our inventory based on the needs of our customers:

  • 7 Industrial-Grade Processing Machines
  • 100K Square Feet of Inventory
  • 4,000+ Products & Size
  • 17 Million Pounds of Metal On-Site

Why Choose Tell Steel for Your Industrial Metal Supplies & Services?

At Tell Steel, we are committed to providing our customers with the best industrial steel products and innovative metal fabrication solutions. When you work with us, you can trust you will receive personalized service and support for your application’s requirements. Advantages of choosing Tell Steel for your metal supplies include:

  • Short Lead Times: We know lead times are critical. With over 4,000 individual products in stock, we provide next-day delivery for most orders.
  • A Massive Inventory of Premium Steel: We have over 17 million pounds of metal on-site, including carbon steel, stainless steel, & much more. (changed order of bullets)
  • Advanced Metal Processing Capabilities: Our warehouses include powerful industrial metal processing machines for efficient and high-quality fabrications, including plasma cutting, waterjet cutting, flame cutting, and more.
  • Solution-Oriented Service: If we don’t have a hard-to-find material in our inventory, we can get it. Our staff will find a solution for all your metal supply and fabrication needs.

 

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Contact Us Today to Place Your Steel Order

Contact Tell Steel to learn more about our metal supply and service capabilities.  For pricing information on special orders, request a quote online.  Tell Steel is your trusted source for high-quality steel and custom-oriented service.

 

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