Central Steel & Wire Company is a distributor of processed and unprocessed ferrous and nonferrous metals, offering a diverse range of products including structural steel, plates, coils, bars, stainless steel, aluminum, tubes, pipes, and red metals. Established in 1909 and headquartered in Chicago, Illinois, the company operates additional facilities in Wisconsin, Michigan, Ohio, and North Carolina. It functions as a metal service center, providing not only materials but also processing, metallurgy, supply chain management, and material testing services. Central Steel & Wire serves a variety of customers, including large original equipment manufacturers and small fabricators, with a commitment to quality and competitive pricing. As of July 2018, it is a subsidiary of Joseph T. Ryerson & Son, Inc.