Steel Plate Products
Universal Steel America is a leading steel plate supplier. We carry a broad range of carbon and alloy steel plates, with products ranging from standard stock sizes and simple shapes, to complex custom shapes and rolled cylinders. For years, we've been delivering excellence to customers throughout North America, Latin America, and the Caribbean.
Serving the oil & gas, petrochemical, energy, marine, offshore, construction, mining, heavy equipment, manufacturing, and infrastructure industries, we offer both stock inventory and mill-direct solutions for projects requiring certified material, value-added processing, and complete traceability.
Quality and traceability are of the utmost importance in everyday operations. At our Houston location, each plate is received with a high level of scrutiny and accompanied with a Metallurgical Test Report (MTR) from time of receipt through production and final shipment to the customer.
Steel plate specifications include, but are not limited to pressure vessel quality (PVQ), chrome-moly, API, ABS, AISI & ASTM from 3/16” up to 12” thick. Specialty requests are welcome outside of the standards listed, as Universal can supply mill direct solutions from sources around the world.
Steel Plate Grades & Specifications
Structural & Carbon Steel
- A36
- A572
- A588
- A633
- A514
- A709
- A283
- A656
Pressure Vessel Quality (PVQ)
- SA516 Grade 60/65/70
- SA537
- SA387 Grade 11/22
Marine, Offshore & Energy
- ABS EH36 / DH36
- API 2H
- API 2W
Wear & Specialty Steel
- AR400
- AR500
- AISI 4140
Steel Plate Products
- ASTM Structural Steel Plate
- ASME Pressure Vessel Quality (PVQ) Plate
- Marine & Offshore Steel Plate
- Abrasion Resistant Steel Plate
- Alloy Steel Plate
- Mold, Tool & Die Steel
- Rolled Cylinders & Formed Plate Components
Frequently Asked Questions About Steel Plates
What types of steel plate does Universal Steel America supply?
We supply carbon steel plate, alloy steel plate, structural plate, pressure vessel plate, abrasion resistant plate, marine plate, offshore plate, chrome-moly plate, and specialty grades for industrial applications.
Can Universal Steel America provide custom-cut steel plate?
Yes. We offer oxy-fuel cutting, plasma cutting, beveling, drilling, forming, rolling, machining, and other value-added processing services to deliver ready-to-fabricate components.
What industries use steel plate?
Steel plate is used in oil & gas, petrochemical processing, power generation, marine construction, mining, heavy equipment manufacturing, structural fabrication, transportation, and infrastructure projects.
How do I choose the right steel plate grade?
Material selection depends on application requirements, mechanical properties, environmental conditions, fabrication needs, and industry specifications. Our team can help identify the most suitable grade for your project.
Do you provide Mill Test Reports (MTRs)?
Yes. Material traceability is a priority. Mill Test Reports and supporting documentation are available to verify chemical composition, mechanical properties, and specification compliance.
What is the difference between carbon steel plate and alloy steel plate?
Carbon steel plate is commonly used for structural and general-purpose applications, while alloy steel plate contains additional elements that improve strength, toughness, wear resistance, heat resistance, or corrosion performance.
Can you source specialty steel plate grades that are not in stock?
Yes. Through our network of domestic and international mills, we can source specialty grades, project-specific specifications, and hard-to-find materials to meet customer requirements.
What processing services are available?
Our capabilities include cutting, beveling, drilling, forming, rolling, machining, testing coordination, and custom fabrication support to help reduce production time and simplify procurement.
Why choose Universal Steel America?
Universal Steel America combines inventory access, mill-direct sourcing, technical expertise, complete traceability, value-added processing, and responsive customer service to help customers successfully complete projects of all sizes.
Questions? Contact Us Today.
Whether you need structural steel plate, pressure vessel plate, abrasion resistant plate, or a custom mill order, Universal Steel America has the inventory, processing capabilities, and industry expertise to support your project from quote to delivery.