Our Story
American Timber and Steel began in 1983, treating and supplying Wood Guardrail Posts for one lone customer. We have grown tremendously over the years from that single customer to becoming one of the largest and most diversified specialty wood product manufacturers in North America.
The Journey To Timber Specialists
Our journey began when Jeff Bleile founded Midwest Wood Treating (MWT) in Norwalk, Ohio, in 1983, responding to a market need for wood-treated support posts for highway guardrails. And by 1989, MWT’s rapid growth earned it recognition as the 99th fastest growing company by Inc. Magazine.
In 2007, MWT became American Timber and Steel.
Over the years, American Timber and Steel has expanded its product lines, industry reach, and operational footprint. Today, our company includes 130 employees working across facilities in Norwalk, Ohio; Nacogdoches, Texas; and Woden, Texas.
PROTECTING PEOPLE AND PROPERTY
We proudly celebrated 40 years of continuous operations in 2024. American Timber and Steel’s commitment to quality, innovation, and customer service continues to drive us forward.
We are proud of our rich history and excited about our future as we continue to manufacture timber and steel products that help protect people and properties across the United States.
Midwest Wood Treating Founded
Inc. 500 – 99th Fastest Growing Business
Kentucky Expansion
Nacogdoches, Texas, Expansion
Round Post Line Added
Split Rail Line Added
Renamed to American Timber and Steel
Treating Capability Added in Nacogdoches, TX
Fab Shop Added to Norwalk, OH
40 Year Anniversary
Next Level Timber and Steel
Let's Get Building
Contact us today to start a conversation about your unique project and the timber products and steel components you’ll need to succeed.
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