Alro is a metal and plastics distributor. Alro Steel began in 1948 in a small garage in Jackson, Michigan. The name "Al-Ro" refers to the first two letters written by brothers Al & Robert Glick. Al started the company during a steel shortage in the 1940s due to military needs in World War II. Al found a niche, matching companies with steel needs with companies with steel needs. Excess steel. Today, Alro has more than 80 locations in 16 states.
Alro processes and distributes metals, plastics and industrial supplies and provides next-day delivery to more than 50,000 customers in North America. To learn more, click on the product pages for metals, industrial supplies, or plastics.
Alro Plastics products include sheet, rod, tube and film in general engineering, high performance and fiberglass. Machining capabilities include CNC sawing, waterjet, die cutting, CNC milling, CNC milling, drilling, tapping, bending, forming, welding and turning parts. Click on the plastic to start ordering.
Alro Metals Outlet locations are outlet stores for metal, plastic and hardware supplies. We stock a wide range of products in a convenient retail environment. Metals Outlet specializes in small and large orders and is ideal for do-it-yourself (DIY), machine shops and repair departments. We sell drop material as well as standard lengths of rods, sheets and plates. We can often process your order while you wait. Click on a location to find an Alro Metals Outlet branch near you.
The Alro online store is your single source for metals and plastics. Customers can browse our extensive inventory and learn about processing options. Provide detailed information including sizes, grades, properties, chemical composition, typical uses, pricing and stock availability. Our grid-based product selection makes purchasing metal and plastic simple. Click on the online store to give it a try and start building your order!