Every phase of the steelmaking process flows in one direction for maximum efficiency.

The newest integrated steelmaking facility in America, Burns Harbor is an industry model for efficient plant design. Built on a greenfield site from a carefully crafted plan, Burns Harbor is laid out to expedite material and product flow. Backtracking and moving materials from remote locations are eliminated.

A plan that works.
In designing Burns Harbor, Bethlehem engineers developed a plant layout that ensures smooth product flow. Raw materials arrive and are stored at the western end of the 3-1/2 mile-long plant. As materials are converted into iron and steel and rolled into finished products, the process flows directly from west to east. Shipping buildings are located at the eastern end of the facility.

Designed for computerized quality control at every stage of operation.
Advanced computer technology has been integrated into all Burns Harbor operations to assure maximum quality control and consistency in steel chemistry, dimensional accuracy and surface quality.

Designed for continuous growth and improvement.
Staying on the cutting edge of technology demands continuous investment and commitment. Since 1983, Bethlehem Steel has invested $1.5 billion in new, state-of-the-art facilities and equipment at Burns Harbor. The additions include a 72-inch hot-dip coating line, coal-injection unit, vacuum degasser, second continuous caster, and advanced computer-control improvements throughout the rolling mills.

In addition, Burns Harbor employees receive continuous training to improve their business knowledge and ability to keep pace with new technology.