Spahr Metric, Inc.

06/02/2026

Another beautiful day to be moving metric steel.

Metric Rectangular and Square tube headed to Steel Services, Inc. in Roanoke. Steel Services, Inc.

05/29/2026

What a gorgeous day to ship 20,000 pounds of Metric Carbon Steel to one of our customers Schindler Elevator Corporation in Clinton NC.

05/27/2026

For 29 years, Spahr Metric has built its reputation on precision, reliability, and continuous improvement. One of the key strategies that has helped bolster our long-term success has been our commitment to Just-In-Time (JIT) inventory management.

By aligning inventory with real-time production demand, we’ve been able to:
• Reduce excess inventory costs
• Improve operational efficiency
• Minimize waste
• Increase responsiveness to customer needs
• Strengthen supply chain performance

For nearly three decades, our focus has remained the same — delivering quality products while adapting to the evolving needs of our customers and industry. JIT inventory management has allowed us to stay lean, agile, and competitive while supporting sustainable growth.

During these changing economic times, we would love the opportunity to help support your metric steel needs with the same commitment to service, efficiency, and reliability that has driven our success. Give us a call at 540-678-3815 or send an email to [email protected].

We’re proud to celebrate 29 years of business and the dedicated team, partners, and customers who continue to make our success possible.

05/22/2026

Metric-dimension stainless steel is rapidly reshaping American manufacturing — and companies that can supply it reliably are becoming increasingly important to the future of U.S. industry.

Spahr Metric, Inc. has been at the center of that shift, helping manufacturers across the United States source metric stainless steel, metric metals, and fasteners for precision-driven applications.

As global OEM standards, CNC machining, automation, aerospace, EV manufacturing, and industrial fabrication continue moving toward metric-based engineering, demand for true metric-sized stainless products is accelerating.

Why this matters:
Engineers increasingly design in metric
CAD/CAM systems favor metric precision
International supply chains standardize around SI dimensions
Stainless steel remains critical for corrosion resistance and long-term performance
U.S. manufacturers need dependable domestic access to metric inventory

The challenge is that many American manufacturers still struggle to source metric-dimension stainless steel domestically — especially in forms like tubing, round bar, sheet, flat bar, and threaded rod.

That’s creating a major opportunity for specialized suppliers like Spahr Metric who understand both global standards and U.S. manufacturing realities.

The future of American manufacturing is becoming increasingly metric — and stainless steel is one of the clearest examples of that transition already underway.

Are you seeing greater adoption of metric stainless components in your industry? Check out our website www.spahrmetric.com or call our sales team at 540-678-3815

North America's metric metals solution provider. Metric Tubing, Metric Round and Hex Bar, Metric Structural Metals. We are an independent supplier of all metric metals for North America.

05/21/2026

For more than 29 years, Spahr Metric has helped manufacturers strengthen their supply chains with reliable access to metric carbon steel products.

One of our most in-demand materials — E235 Metric Carbon Steel — is trusted across fabrication, machinery, and shafting applications because of its weldability, versatility, and cost-effectiveness.

We stock:

• Square & rectangular tubing
• Flat bars
• Round shafts
• Structural steel products including I-Beams, U-Channels, Angles, and more

As foreign-owned manufacturers continue expanding production in the United States — now accounting for nearly 24% of total U.S. manufacturing output — the need for experienced domestic distribution partners has never been greater.

Spahr Metric is built to support that demand through importing expertise, warehousing capabilities, and dependable distribution solutions that keep manufacturing moving.

If your operation depends on metric steel products, we’re ready to support your business. Give us a call @ 540-678-3815 or email @ [email protected]

05/20/2026

Question of the day....Have you ever wondered why Spahr Metric, Inc. imports Metric Steel / Metal into the US?

Metric steel is not widely produced in the United States primarily because domestic manufacturing, engineering, and construction sectors are deeply entrenched in U.S. Customary (Imperial) units. While the U.S. is the world’s third-largest steel producer, it operates under a voluntary metrication model where mills prioritize the massive domestic demand for inches, feet, and pounds. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

The absence of a domestic market for metric steel stems from several technical, logistical, and economic realities. The top one being

Astronomical Re-Tooling Costs
For an American steel mill, switching to true metric dimensions is not as simple as changing a software setting. [, 2]

Physical Rollers: Mills squeeze hot steel through massive, multi-million dollar rolling stands. To produce metric beams or plates, a mill must completely replace these rollers.

Tooling and Calibrations: Slitters, shears, stamping dies, and automated handling equipment across the entire production line would require physically re-machining or replacing. [1, 2]

Enter.....Spahr Metric, Inc. your source for all things Metric! We've been importing metric dimension steel for close to 30 years, if you have a need for Metric, give us a call 540-678-3815

05/19/2026

Another long standing Spahr Metric, Inc. customer, innovating what we believe is the BEST snack out there, the Pretzel!

Pretzel innovation is on the rise. BakingBusiness.com explores how new shapes and formats are reshaping production—and includes insights from Nico Roesler, North American pretzel & snack equipment sales manager at Reading Bakery Systems (RBS).

Read the full article: https://www.bakingbusiness.com/articles/66042-trending-shapes-formats-redefine-pretzel-production

05/19/2026

One of our Favorite customers doing BIG things in Switzerland! It also just so happens to be the birth place of Spahr Metric, Inc. prior to establishing in the United States.

05/19/2026

Have you ever thought about the residual effect of higher gas prices on steel, especially when it's imported?

With steel playing a critical role in modern economies. From skyscrapers and bridges to automobiles and industrial machinery, steel is the backbone of infrastructure and manufacturing. However, one major factor that heavily impacts steel imports is often overlooked — gas prices.

Changes in fuel and energy prices can dramatically influence the global steel trade by affecting transportation costs, manufacturing expenses, and supply chain decisions.

Why Gas Prices Matter in Steel Imports:

Steel is one of the heaviest commodities transported globally. Moving steel from one country to another requires:
Cargo ships
Freight trains
Trucks
Port operations

All of these depend heavily on fuel. When gas prices rise, transportation becomes more expensive, increasing the total cost of imported steel.
At the same time, steel production itself consumes massive amounts of energy. Steel plants rely on natural gas, coal, and electricity to operate furnaces and machinery. Higher energy costs can raise the price of steel before it even leaves the exporting country.

That's why Spahr Metric, Inc. NEVER profits on freight or tariff costs when pricing product for our customers.

Give us a call for your metric steel and metal needs, we are here to help! Because we are all in this together! 540-678-3815

05/18/2026

As Spahr approaches 30 years in the Metric Steel importer business, I would like to share a little background on how we've made it this far and how we can help you moving forward.

Founded in Wi******er, Virginia in 1997, we have built our reputation on delivering hard-to-find metric materials with dependable service, competitive pricing, and deep industry expertise. Originally established with Swiss roots, Spahr Metric evolved into an independent, women-owned business known for its customer-first approach and commitment to quality.

For nearly three decades, Spahr Metric has supported customers across construction, fabrication, energy, machining, and manufacturing industries by providing reliable inventory, responsive service, and customized sourcing solutions. In today’s uncertain economic climate and rapidly changing global supply chains, we remain focused on helping customers stay productive and competitive through consistent communication, flexible solutions, strategic inventory management, and dependable delivery of critical metric materials. With a commitment to long-term partnerships, Spahr Metric continues to provide the stability, expertise, and personalized support customers rely on when it matters most.

We would love to help with your metric steel / metal needs. Give us a call at 540-678-3815 or send us an email at [email protected]

Don't forget to ask us about our overstock inventory!

On spotlight right now, we have an 80 x 80 x 3 x 3 meter Carbon Steel Square Tube for $ 147.00 a piece.