Industry Insights Report

Primary Metal Manufacturing Entire U.S. (All 8 Regions)

NAICS 331
GLS takes a deep dive into the primary metal industry. including steel, aluminum, copper, and lithium, to reveal the best places for primary metal manufacturing across the US.

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Industry: Primary Metal Manufacturing

NAICS Code(s): 331

Industry Description: The primary metal manufacturing sector encompasses industries engaged in the smelting or refining of metals or alloys with various metal combinations, for the subsequent production of refined metal products and various metal goods. This sector plays a vital role in industrial advancement by supplying the raw materials essential for various applications in industries such as construction, automotive, and energy.

Active Investors: Ball, Bodycote, Central States Manufacturing, Crown Holdings, JSW Steel, LG Chem, Novelis, Nucor, Steel Dynamics, and US Steel

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Methodology

Our data-driven methodology provides the backbone of every report and enables weighted comparative scoring of qualitative factors, operating cost snapshots, and trend analysis by industry sector for metros across the U.S.

Each quarter, our team collects granular data from more than a dozen data sources and uses it to analyze more than 100 criteria in seven main categories.

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Demographics + Labor Force

Population, Labor Force, Veterans Labor Force, Future Workforce Pipeline

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Education

Educational Attainment, K-12 Educational System Effectiveness, Industry Talent Pipeline

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Workforce Availability

Manufacturing + Target Industry, Labor Relations + Turnover, Growth + Retirement, Target Industry Occupations

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Operational and Regulatory Environment

Regulatory Environment, Environmental Resilience, State Tax Environment

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Community Well-Being and Livability

Commuting Patterns, Economic Well-Being + Affordability Metrics, Community Health Indicators, Housing Availability

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Infrastructure

Rail Network, Interstate + U.S. Highway Network, Air Network, Road Infrastructure Condition + Quality, Electricity

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Industry Ecosystem

Supply Chain (Suppliers), Industry Strength, Supply Chain (Buyers)

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