Grady Harvell
UA’s CEREC Advances National-Level Research, Seeks Expansion
The center recently held a first-of-its-kind test sponsored by the American Institute of Steel Construction. read more >
by Marty Cook -
Arkansas Steel Leaders See Tariffs as a Short-Term Disruption That Will Bring Long-Term Stability
Lexicon, W&W/AFCO Steel and Hybar remain optimistic about industry growth despite tariff uncertainties, pointing to environmental advantages of American steel and continued investment in the state. read more >
by Chloe McGehee -
New Appointments at Grand Savings Bank, Stephens Insurance, ASU-Beebe & More (Movers & Shakers)
Key Arkansas appointments include Aubrey Blackmon’s Agriculture Hall of Fame induction, Laura Landreaux as State Chamber chair, and leadership changes in banking, energy, health care, and more. read more >
W&W/AFCO Steel Building Bridges at Little Rock Port
In a 138,846-SF building originally devoted to wind turbine blades, production has shifted to structural steel fabrication. read more >
by George Waldon -
$800K Grant Supports U of A Study on Steel Bridge Loads
If the terms of the grant are met, the study will likely contribute to federal design standards for bridges. read more >
Arkansas Steel Takes Shape for Tesla
Little Rock-based W&W/AFCO Steel and Lexicon Inc. fabricate 90,000 tons for giant Tesla manufacturing plant Gigafactory Texas. read more >
by George Waldon -
W&W/AFCO Steel Expands to Former LM Wind Site at Little Rock Port
The $18.7 million investment is expected to create 115 full-time jobs over five years. read more >
by Scott Carroll -
New Harvell Engineering Research Center Seeks to Advance Industry
The Grady E. Harvell Civil Engineering Research & Education Center at Fayetteville’s Arkansas Research & Technology Park serves as an enhanced nexus for academia, business and government. read more >
by George Waldon -
W&W/AFCO Steel Feeds U.S. Construction
The foundation of W&W/AFCO Steel’s Arkansas division is a 112-year track record of pre-engineered and custom fabrication. read more >
by George Waldon -