Precoat Metals

The Jackson plant celebrated Thanksgiving early with their plant-wide lunch! Everyone enjoyed the food and drinks.

Pre-painted metal is commonly used in garage doors due to its durability, low maintenance and aesthetic appeal. The protective coatings provide resistance to corrosion, UV rays and weathering. This ensures long-lasting performance even in harsh conditions.

Our Veteran Spotlight tonight features Xavier Kerns! He was in the Army National Guard and Army Reserves for over 8 years. Xavier now works at our STL plant and we are so happy to work with him! Xavier said, "I joined the military to have better life. I wanted to travel and have new experiences, and it was also a way for me to develop new skills. The Military taught me how to have a better view of life and to be grateful for what I have." Thank you, Xavier for your service!

In our Veteran Spotlight tonight, we would like to honor James Frizzell! James works at our Portage plant in Indiana. He was in the Army for 2 years. Thanks for your service, James!

Baltimore collected three drums of coats, bedding and toiletries for Earle’s Place, a transitional home in Baltimore. Great job AZZ Care Team Baltimore!

Thanksgiving activities have started this week at the Jackson plant. The office celebrated the upcoming holidays with a holiday lunch.

Columbia recognized their veterans at their crew meeting this morning!

Veterans Day Message from Evan Watts: As we observe Veterans Day this year, I want to take a moment to honor and recognize the incredible contributions of our veteran employees across Precoat Metals. Your service, sacrifice, and continued commitment to excellence are deeply appreciated. Last year, I shared a personal reflection on the seven Army Corps values – Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Service, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage (LDRSHIP) – and how they continue to shape my life beyond my time in the Army. These values aren’t just for the battlefield; they’re a compass for everyday living: • Loyalty guides my commitments to family and friends. • Duty reminds me of my responsibilities to my community. • Respect governs my interactions with everyone I encounter. • Selfless Service encourages me to contribute to something larger than myself. • Honor and Integrity dictate my ethical conduct in all situations. • And Personal Courage empowers me to face challenges head-on. These values, instilled during my time in the Army, remain the bedrock of my character and guide me toward a life of purpose and service. This year, I want to extend that reflection to all of you — veterans and civilians alike. Whether you’ve worn the uniform or support those who have, these values can inspire us all to lead with integrity, serve with heart, and work together with respect and courage. To my fellow veterans at Precoat Metals: thank you for your service, your sacrifice, and your continued leadership. You bring strength, discipline, and honor to everything you do. To all Precoat employees: thank you for fostering a culture where these values thrive. Together, we build more than just metal — we build community, character, and a shared commitment to excellence. Happy Veterans Day. — Evan Watts Trainer / Development Coordinator Precoat Metals U.S. Army Chemical Corps Veteran

A special thank you to this great group at our Hawesville plant! Everyone standing served in the U.S. Army and the one seated served in the U.S. Air Force. They were able to enjoy lunch together in celebration of Veterans Day. Thank you for your service, Chad, Evan, Cody, Greg, Jim and Robert Cheetham (not pictured)!

Our Veteran that we would like to highlight today in honor of the upcoming Veteran's Day holiday is Ben Thomason! Ben works at our MMC location in Granite City, IL and was in the Army for 4 years. Ben said, "I joined to serve; it was also a family tradition to serve. During my service I learned about integrity, discipline, and time management. I learned how to be the best of the best." Thanks for your service, Ben! We are happy to work with you at MMC!