02 Jun
International Cooperation, News

WorldSteel Group Re-Achieves IAS AC472 Certificates – The 5th Time

On May 23-25, 2023, WorldSteel Group honored to welcome Mr. Joseph Kingtons, the representative from Smith Emery Laboratories to World Steel, performs verification and inspection work at the manufacturing factory.

This is essential work to confirm that the World Steel factory has comprehensive quality assurance procedures in accordance with the IAS AC472 certificate criteria – the leading quality assessment standard currently recognized by the US MBMA (MBMA: The abbreviation of the American “Metal Building Manufacturers Association”).

Refer to other articles about AC472:

LEARN MORE ABOUT AC472

IAS AC472 is a complete quality control assessment management process system specifically for steel structure manufacturing companies, accredited by MBMA – Metal Building Manufacturers Association and ICC – International Code Council.

IAS AC472 is important not only for works manufactured and constructed by Steel Structures for the world’s No. 1 advanced country like the US. AC472 is the “Passport” for non-US steel structure manufacturers who want to officially export structural steel products to this market, requiring AC472 quality certificate.

In the US, AC472 Certificate for steel structure constructions, projects ensures that all products comply with the design, construction, and fabrication process in accordance with quality standards and evaluated by an independent third party. Investors using products and services from manufacturers and companies producing pre-engineered steel buildings with AC472 certificate will be assured of quality. A steel building manufactured according to AC472 standard will receive the following benefits:

  • Pre-engineered steel building projects manufactured on the basis of AC472 will be granted construction permits faster.
  • The durability and safety of steel buildings according to AC472 standards will be higher.
  • The cost of buying insurance for the works is lower.
  • Maintenance cost for steel building system will be lower.
  • The commercial value of these works is higher.

About the IAS AC472 Certificate Authority:

  • AC472 is overseen by the International Accreditation Service (IAS), which is a wholly owned subsidiary of the International Code Council (ICC).
  • This body evaluates and accredits building departments, special inspection bodies, testing and calibration laboratories.
  • Official website: https://iasonline.org.

About the company representing IAS performing Audit activities, Smith Emery Laboratories:

  • Smith Emery Laboratories is the partner representing IAS AC742 to evaluate World Steel’s system every 6 months in Vietnam.
  • Is an American company with a history of over 100 years, since 1904.
  • Smith Emery Laboratories is one of the leading US companies in the field, with offices in many countries and regions: USA, Canada, North America, China, etc.

PHOTOS OF WORLDSTEEL GROUP RE-ACHIEVES IAS AC472 CERTIFICATES - THE 5TH TIME

HOW LONG IS THE AC472 CERTIFICATE VALID?

  • The IAS AC472 certificate is valid for 12 months.
  • According to regulations from the IAS, companies like World Steel must undergo at least 2 audits per year, each 6 months apart.
  • The results of these times will determine whether this certificate can be extended or not.

IAS AC472 is an important certificate with very high quality assessment standards. The certificate is not only for companies wishing to export steel structures to the US market, but more importantly, it shows the capacity and strengths of World Steel. The re-accreditation of IAS AC472 is a proof that all of World Steel’s systems are being operated and controlled in the most rigorous manner.

World Steel is proud to be the first and only company in Asia to achieve IAS AC472 certificate. With IAS AC472 certificate, World Steel is the first Vietnamese company to have a license to export pre-engineered steel to the US. World Steel is growing stronger and reaching out from Vietnam, contributing to building the reputation of Vietnam’s steel structure industry and the international market that WorldSteel Group has been conquering.

29 May
News

Capacity of World Steel factory in Steel Structure projects

Built in Hai Son Expanded Industrial Park, Duc Hoa, Long An, WorldSteel Group factory has a total area of more than 20,000m² and has a total production capacity of over 2000 tons of steel structures/month.

World Steel Factory is proud to possess high-quality human resources: We gather a team of domestic and international technical experts who are knowledgeable and specialized in steel structure products along with a team of well-trained, technical and skilled workers.

Professional and synchronous equipment and machinery system: Shearing machine, CNC drilling machine, CNC plasma cutting machine, Automatic beam welding line for light and heavy structures, Beam straightening machine, Automatic shot/grit blasting machine, Shot/grit blasting booth, etc.

The factory is equipped with an intensive quality management system IAS AC472 for steel structure products that meet American quality standards.

ADVANTAGES OF WORLD STEEL'S CAPACITY IN EPC CONTRACTOR PROJECTS:

  • At World Steel, the Investor will receive the most detailed advice on their project from all activities and angles: Legal consulting activities, planning, detailed project design, production and construction. We are among the few EPC General Contractors that can provide a complete suite of solutions, complete implementation, bring a seamless experience to your project from the leading experts in the industry.
  • Advanced quality management system for the system to operate and ensure homogeneity, fully fulfill commitments on product quality: AS Standard (Australian Standard), ISO 9001, ISO 45001, IAS AC472 (We are the first and only Vietnamese company to achieve this certificate).
  • The factory with a capacity of 2000 tons/month is equipped with professional and modern equipment and machinery.
  • Hundreds of investors and clients are leading companies and corporations in Vietnam such as: Hoa Phat, Sunpro Steel, Hai Dai Group, GPPD, Tongwei Group, SCG, Long Son Petrochemical, MFC, Le Tran, CP, Tan Hiep Phat Group, Sun Tech,… in many fields, many industries choose World Steel to implement the projects. Successful projects not only in domestic and international markets are highly appreciated by clients for quality: Tien Giang Tongwei, Hai Duong Tongwei, Binh Phuoc GPPD Factory, Binh Phuoc CPV Food, Dung Quat Hoa Phat, Sunpro steel mill, Coca Cola warehouse (Philippines), 7-Eleven (Thailand), Kanata (Myanmar), GreedFeed (Cambodia),… You can refer here.
  • Many demanding international markets (USA, Australia,…) have chosen World Steel’s steel structure products because our products are superior in quality.
  • Warranty policies and activities on finished project products are carried out methodically and professionally.
  • Optimal price with excellent design solutions.

PROJECTS IMPLEMENTED BY WORLD STEEL DOMESTICALLY AND FOR EXPORT:

Prominent domestic projects undertaken by World Steel as the EPC contractor:

Projects to export Steel Structures to overseas markets:

Our team of experts is always ready to advise you in detail for your project, please leave your information here:

26 May
News

Application Groups Of Pre-Engineered Steel Buildings & Steel Structures In The Construction Industry

Pre-engineered steel buildings and steel structures are advanced and popular construction solutions in the construction industry today, widely applied in industrial, commercial and civil works, including factories, high-rise buildings, bridges and other infrastructure works.

Pre-engineered steel buildings and steel structures have many benefits, including flexibility, fast construction speed, good bearing capacity, ease of maintenance and repair, high aesthetics as well as reusability and environmental friendliness. You can refer to the previous article here: 6 amazing advantages of steel structure for construction works.

Therefore, they are becoming a popular choice for many investors and contractors in the construction industry.

INDUSTRY CONSTRUCTION

Typical projects such as: workshops, factories, warehouses, cold storages, steel mills, assemby plants, steel structure systems for petrochemical projects, etc.

AGRICULTURE CONSTRUCTION

Typical projects such as: greenhouses, livestock farms, fertilizer factories, animal feed factories, etc.

TRADING CONSTRUCTION

Typical projects such as: fair – exhibition centers, supermarkets/hypermarkets, shopping centers, restaurants, commercial complexes, gas stations, etc.

PUBLIC CONSTRUCTION

Typical projects such as: hospitals, schools, airport terminals, railway stations,…

AMUSEMENT PARK

Typical projects such as: sports centers, gymnasiums, swimming pools, stadiums, etc.

Featured projects we have worked on:

  1. Binh Phuoc GPPD Factory Project
  2. Tien Giang Tongwei Factory Project
  3. Sunpro Steel Factory Project
  4. World Steel Long An office building Project
  5. Long Son Petrochemicals Project
  6. Binh Phuoc CPV Food Factory Project
  7. Quang Ngai MFC Factory Project
  8. Trung Nam Solar Power Project
  9. Hai Duong Tongwei Project

Our team of experts is ready to advise on products and solutions for your project.

24 May
News

6 Amazing Advantages Of Steel Structure For Construction Works

01. FAST CONSTRUCTION & INSTALLATION TIME

Steel structures are pre-fabricated at the factory and then transported to the construction site and erected by bolts, so the construction time is shortened to only about 1/3 compared to the construction time of traditional concrete houses, helping the project to be quickly put into use.

02. LARGE CLEAR SPANS

Pre-engineered steel buildings claim to exceed large spans up to 100m, pre-engineered steel buildings can be flexibly applied in many projects, especially commercial centers, exhibition centers, airports,…

03. SAVING COST

Because of the lightweight of steel buildings, lighter foundation requirements result in significant cost reductions. In addition, the shortened construction period greatly reduces labor costs at the construction site.

04. FLEXIBILITY IN EXPANDING

The components of the steel building are linked together through bolts and pre-designed connection faces, so the expansion is flexible and does not take much time and cost.

05. LESS WEIGHT

Reduce the load pressure on the foundation compared to traditional concrete construction. In addition, with a lightweight structural frame system, help to limit the effects of seismic problems.

06. SUITABLE WITH MANY MATERIALS

Pre-engineered steel buildings are suitable for many types of finishing materials such as corrugated iron, wood, glass, brick, etc.

Hundreds of projects are used by WorldSteel Group with this solution to implement in Vietnam and international markets. Refer here: Our Project.

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15 Feb
News

IAS AC472 – The Only Quality Management System For World Steel Steel Structure Products In Vietnam

WHAT IS IAS AC472 & WHAT MAKES IT SPECIAL FOR STEEL STRUCTURE COMPANIES?

IAS AC472 is a specialized quality management system specific to the Steel Structure industry recognized by MBMA (MBMA: Metal Building Manufacturers Association of America) and ICC.

IAS AC472 is important not only for works manufactured and constructed by Steel Structures for the world’s No. 1 advanced country like the US. AC472 is the “Passport” for non-US structural steel manufacturers who want to officially export Steel Structure products to this market, requiring AC472 quality certificate.

TO ACHIEVE THE IAS AC472 CERTIFICATE & RE-EVALUATION, WHAT DO COMPANIES NEED TO DO?

Unlike many other certificates, a successful inspection for the AC472 certificate is really difficult. To achieve this, the company must first have a team of professional personnel and a methodical operating system. When evaluating the system, people often refer to ISO, but here in the steel structure industry, IAS AC472 is much more than that, is an intensive system, specialized for the field of steel structure production. Only businesses that care about sustainable development: consciousness in sustainable, long-lasting quality products, then focus on investing a lot of money and enthusiasm for systems like this or similar.

In the steel structure manufacturing industry, surely we all know MBMA (MBMA: Metal Building Manufacturers Association of America was established in 1956), or we can also call MBMA the birthplace of the industry (a lot of related standards are being developed and upgraded by this prestigious international organization), which creates standard systems, defines and sets many standards for the pre-engineered steel structure industry. One of the mandatory criteria to join this prestigious association is to achieve AC472 (with only this, we can imagine how prestigious and important AC472 is to the field of Steel Structures in the US).

IN THE US, IAS AC472 IS THE STANDARD FOR CONSTRUCTION WORKS ACCORDING TO THE FRAMEWORK SPECIFIED IN THE STEEL STRUCTURE CATEGORY, SPECIFICALLY, A PROJECT MANUFACTURED UNDER THE IAS AC472 SYSTEM:

  • Will get approval for building permits faster.
  • The durability and safety of steel buildings according to AC472 standards will be higher.
  • The cost of buying insurance for works is lower.
  • The maintenance cost for the steel building system will be lower.
  • The commercial value of these works is higher.

For these reasons, the annual achievement and maintenance of the IAS AC472 certificate is a great pride of the World Steel team. That proves that the execution capacity of WS is always ready to meet all criteria, the most complex requirements of every project from clients.

Every year, WORLD STEEL has to undergo 2 periodic reviews of this certificate by the IAS representative from the US, then experts from the US will come to Vietnam to conduct the evaluation. So, what will these AC472 experts evaluate and do: Does this evaluation process stop within the departments and the World Steel plant?

It is a list of many criteria, a detailed evaluation process of the quality management system according to this certificate will include a detailed evaluation system for all essential activities to make the product, from the initial stage of receiving information until the product is completed at the Company:

  • The initial departments, from sales, design, purchasing, human resources, training, project management.
  • Manufacturing plant: departments related to production process assurance activities: maintenance, production, quality.
  • External affiliates (if any): outsourcing subcontractors, outsourced product suppliers.

Who is the representative partner of IAS AC472 in the annual World Steel evaluation? It is Smith Emery Laboratories, one of the leading US companies in the field, established in 1904 with a history of more than 100 years of development in the evaluation and inspection of the quality system in-depth. It has operating offices in many regions in the US, Beijing and Canada. Smith Emery Laboratories is the representative partner for IAS AC742 to evaluate World Steel’s system every 6 months in Vietnam.

IAS AC472 certificate is considered a prestigious authentication basis for businesses to export their products to the US market.

Along with investing in a high-class IAS AC472 product quality management system for steel structure products, World Steel is orienting and striving to become one of the high-quality enterprises trading in steel structures in the global market: Currently, World Steel’s products are available in many countries in Southeast Asia with a very large volume being exported every year to the markets: Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia, Laos, Cambodia, Australia, and the most special is the US market (USA is the most difficult market in all markets with extremely high requirements, WS is the only company in Vietnam that can officially export Steel Structures to this market).

Through many years of establishment and development, World Steel has been building more and more perfect a professional factory with a team of senior technical personnel. We are also extremely proud that WS’s working environment is also home to leading international experts in the Steel Structure industry. Everything here is always ready: an international quality management system, international high-tech personnel, a professional factory, skilled Vietnamese workers bring perfect quality steel structure products to the market.

In addition, in January 2023, World Steel also inaugurated a new office building which has been invested in a large and methodical manner, providing the best working conditions for staff. The standardization of the factory and quality process according to the IAS AC472 standard system is not only for Vietnam, but is the strategic vision of sustainable and long-term development of the founder with the main pillar being “Premium” product quality as the center.

World Steel office building in Long An, located at Lot Q9-10-15-16, St. No.7, Hai Son Expanded Industrial Park, Duc Hoa Ha Commune, Duc Hoa District, Long An Province.

We aim to serve and bring the best American quality steel structure products to the international market, along with a superior local understanding solution, reasonable prices, optimizing costs for investors, construction contractors in Vietnam and many countries around the world.

16 Jan
Events, News

WorldSteel Group – Inauguration ceremony of the second new office building in Long An

On the afternoon of January 14, 2023, the inauguration ceremony of the second office building in Long An of WorldSteel Group took place very solemnly, marking a strong turning point in the development journey of World Steel. Long An WorldSteel Group Building is located at Lot Q9-10-15-16, St. No.7, Hai Son Industrial Park (Phase 3+4), Duc Hoa Ha Commune, Duc Hoa District, Long An Province.

In 10 years of establishment and development, World Steel has resonated in the industrial construction industry with many industrial construction general contractor projects in Vietnam, notably with projects in many industrial parks from North to South. Among them are prominent projects such as the General Contractor of Tien Giang Tongwei project, Hai Duong Tongwei belonging to Tongwei Group, Hau Giang Sunpro Steel complex project, Tay Ninh Brotex yarn factory project Phase 3+4, the General contractor of the advanced battery factory complex project invested by Singapore GPPD Energy Co., Ltd in Binh Phuoc, many bidding packages at Dung Quat – Quang Ngai Hoa Phat project,…

Along with that, there are national key projects: World Steel participates in the Long Son petrochemical project with the package H&I-8 warehouse 2 along with promoting the export of steel structures to foreign markets, especially in Southeast Asia: Thailand, Philippines, Indonesia, Myanmar, Australia, USA, etc. Among them, World Steel is most proud of the US market. Up to now, we are also the first company in Vietnam and Asia to achieve the AC472 certificate, a quality management system for official steel structure products to be exported to the US market.

In 2019, marking a remarkable development and transformation process is the event that World Steel’s first office building was built at 55 Le Thuc Hoach, Phu Tho Hoa, Tan Phu District, Ho Chi Minh City.

After only a short time with sustainable development orientation and goals, we have affirmed our reputation in the market and received the trust of hundreds of partners, clients who are foreign corporations, leading companies in Vietnam when acting as the General Contractor of a series of large industrial construction projects, exporting many steel structure projects to the international market. The great development of WorldSteel Group in recent years has led to the growth of the human resources apparatus, along with the requirement for a new working space. Determining that the Company’s greatest asset is people, the Board of Directors has advocated building a large-scale headquarters, not only to expand business activities but also to create a convenient, comfortable environment, stimulating creativity for employees.

With the enthusiasm of the team, the Building is completely designed with steel structure solutions, manufactured by World Steel Long An factory itself. The completion of the project in a short time from the design, production and construction stages has partly demonstrated the superiority of the steel structure solution that the company brings to the construction market. The building is cared for in every detail, completed with full functions, multi-utilities: open workspace, green landscape, park, many relaxation areas. The biggest desire of the Board of Directors is: WorldSteel Group Long An becomes a true “second home” so that all employees can work with peace of mind and be happy with their workplace.

Mr. Nguyen Khanh Lam – Chairman of the Board of Directors, General Director spoke at the ceremony.

At the ceremony, Mr. Nguyen Khanh Lam – Founder, Chairman and General Director of the company shared and answered the questions of hundreds of partners and clients: Why does World Steel make investment while the general picture of the construction industry is not very positive? Mr. Nguyen Khanh Lam affirmed that the investment is in the direction of World Steel for many years of establishment, focusing and reaffirming the company’s sustainable development strategy is the strongest evidence for perseverance with the goals set by the company. Besides, 2022 is also the year witnessing the company’s rapid development in both domestic and foreign markets with many large and key projects implemented and completed. The office building in Long An prioritizes focusing on the operation team with the desire to respond quickly and promptly to activities related to production and quality, to respond quickly to the needs of domestic and international clients.

Mr. Pham Van Triem - Chairman of the Board of Directors of Tan Phuoc Thinh spoke at the Inauguration Ceremony of World Steel Long An building

Below are the opening photos of WorldSteel Group's new building:

The inauguration ceremony took place in the joy of the entire Board of Directors and employees of the Company (representatives of members in the system)


The Board of Directors and distinguished guests cut the ribbon to inaugurate the building


World Steel Long An Building is the pride of World Steel People

PRESS RELEASE ON EVENTS

The press shared about the inauguration ceremony of the WorldSteel Group office building in Long An
28 Sep
News, Projects

World Steel starts implementing Hau Giang SunPro Steel Factory project

Hau Giang SunPro Steel Factory Project is invested by SunPro Steel Company Limited, with a design capacity of 500,000 tons/year, the total investment is expected to be 67 million USD. The factory has an area of about 17.5 hectares located in Phu Huu A concentrated industrial cluster, Chau Thanh district, Hau Giang province.

PROJECT INFORMATION:

  • Project name: SunPro Steel Factory – Phase 1
  • Investor: SUNPRO STEEL
  • Field: Heavy industry
  • Location: Phu Huu A concentrated industrial cluster, Chau Thanh district, Hau Giang province
  • Total volume of phase 1: More than 3000 tons
  • Scope of work: Steel structure general contractor

PERSPECTIVE PHOTOS OF THE PROJECT

In this project, WorldSteel Group participates as the general contractor of steel structure for the complex of steel manufacturing and rolling mills SunPro Steel. Currently, the implementation items are being focused on production and construction by WorldSteel Group in order to bring the best quality international standard steel structure products for this key project. At the same time, commit to the schedule and plan set out in order to bring the most optimal value to the investor of the project.

16 Jan
Events, News

WorldSteel Group and Tan Phuoc Thinh organized a friendly football match and the year-end party of H&I-8 project

On January 15, 2022, World Steel Construction Joint Stock Company and Tan Phuoc Thinh Investment & Construction Joint Stock Company held a friendly football match at Tan Phuoc Thinh football field and the year-end party of the H&I-8 project at Vung Tau Palace Hotel, marking the successful cooperation of the H&I-8 package under the Long Son petrochemical complex project.

The event is an opportunity for both companies: Tan Phuoc Thinh and World Steel to mark a milestone in more than a year of project cooperation and open a new chapter for the cooperation between the two units in the next projects in the future. Previously, World Steel and Tan Phuoc Thinh signed a cooperation contract to deploy the H&I-8 package under the Long Son petrochemical project complex on September 29, 2020. After the process of implementation efforts, up to now, the project has been successfully completed.

THE FRIENDLY FOOTBALL MATCH

Attractive, exciting and equally dramatic is the atmosphere of the friendly football match between World Steel and Tan Phuoc Thinh. At 14:20, the two teams entered the competition. After the official time of the match, with the score of 2-2, the two teams World Steel and Tan Phuoc Thinh entered the penalty shootout. The final score was 7-6, in favor of the World Steel team.

WorldSteel Group team (right) and Tan Phuoc Thinh team (left) took photos together before starting the match


The match took place in a very interesting atmosphere


With a score of 2-2, the two teams entered the penalty shootout to decide the winner


In the end, the WorldSteel Group team won with a score of 7-6

YEAR-END PARTY

At 5:00 p.m., the year-end party for the H&I-8 project of Long Son Petrochemical Complex officially started. The party took place in a joyful, intimate atmosphere, filled with the joy of the two companies, mixed with the spirit of cooperation, cohesion and development together.

Mr. Pham Van Triem – Chairman of the Board of Directors and General Director of Tan Phuoc Thinh company thanked World Steel and affirmed that Tan Phuoc Thinh will continue to cooperate with World Steel in the next projects.


Mr. Nguyen Khanh Lam – Chairman of the Board of Directors and General Director of World Steel Company highly appreciated the efforts of the two companies in the project implementation process. Especially after more than a year of working, WorldS Steel and Tan Phuoc Thinh have understood each other better.


The H&I-8 project leadership team was honored at the event, the efforts of all have greatly contributed to the success of the project.

H&I-8 is a testament to the beginnings of WorldSteel Group and Tan Phuoc Thinh, the two sides have trusted, worked closely, respected the commitment to bring about good results, the complete belief and sincerity of the Boards of Directors of the 2 companies from the very first day of signing.

Sincere thanks to all employees of the two companies who have worked silently for the common goal of the project, especially the non-stop contribution of the Site Management Board for the project implementation of the two companies.

Sending gratitude to our partners, material suppliers, supervision consultant, the project management board of the investor who has accompanied us to meet the 100% trust of the Investor.

Sending deep thanks to the LSP Leaders for creating the best opportunity and conditions for us to carry out this project.

Video of WorldSteel Group completes H&I-8 package of Long Son Petrochemical Project

28 Dec
Events, News

Worldsteel Group Starts Construction Of New Office

On the morning of December 28, 2021, at Hai Son Industrial Park, Long An, WorldSteel Group held a groundbreaking ceremony to build a new office. The project is built to serve the new development orientation of the company. The ceremony is pleased to welcome the attendance of the Board of Directors and employees working at the Factory.

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