Forging Excellence

In Structural Steel

Structural Steel Fabricators Since 1926

What We do

  • Structural Steel Detailing

    From the initial stages of design coordination through to the delivery of final, field-ready drawings, we consistently rely on trusted partners to ensure a strong focus on accuracy, efficiency, and effective collaboration throughout every step of the process for all of our drawings.

  • Structural Steel Fabrication

    We use skilled teams and methods to fabricate beams, columns, joists, trusses, and decking, ensuring quality assembly and delivery. We manage everything—detailing, materials, and mill test reports—from trusted steel suppliers. We can fabricate any structure, large or small. As one of the oldest fabricators in the U.S., we have seen and done it all.

  • Steel Erection

    Steel Erection

    Our expert project managers and AISC certified erectors ensure every steel component is installed to spec and delivered on time. We coordinate closely with GCs to streamline delivery and erection minimizing downtime. If issues arise, we adapt fast—keeping your project moving without delays.

  • Miscelleaneous metals

    We also offer custom detail, fabricate and installation of all miscellaneous metals, such as staircases, railings, ladders, and more through our trusted network of subcontractors.

    We closely coordinate and oversee our miscellaneous partners to ensure the same quality and delivery they expect from Aetna Steel.

  • Project Management

    With seasoned professionals at the helm, we meticulously plan, execute, and oversee every aspect of your project, from inception to completion.

    We're dedicated to delivering on time, within budget, and with uncompromising quality, so you can rest assured that your project is in capable hands.

  • Competitive Bidding

    We are equipped to bid on all your requirements, from initial design-build team budgets to project estimates.

    Our proficiency in estimating allows us to deliver prompt and precise pricing for your projects at rates that are highly competitive. Whatever your budget may be, we are prepared to work within it.

Proudly Serving the Midwest Since 1926.

Aetna Steel, formerly Aetna Engineering Works, has 95+ years of experience in structural steel fabrication. Our long-standing reputation in the Midwest is built from the successful execution of hundreds of projects. As a family-owned and operated company, we take pride in what we do and are committed to providing expertise General Contractors and Owners can rely on.

Over

800 Projects

Completed

Over

300 Million

Sq. Feet OF STEEL Delivered

Over

5 Markets

Served

Our Areas of Expertise

Warehouse & Distribution

Commercial

Data Storage

Education

Healthcare

Residential

Cold Storage

Entertainment

Manufacturing

Specialty

Featured projects

Let’s Work Together

From the simple to the complex, we have the ability and expertise to successfully deliver your project. Please get in touch and one of our project managers will contact you about beginning the proposal process.