Since acquiring the assets of Atlantic Steel Processing in 2024, ASD’s Birkenhead site has become a key part of our hot-rolled steel sheet supply. Located at the Port of Birkenhead, the site strengthens our presence across the Northwest and efficiently serves customers throughout the UK. The location also enables cost-effective distribution to Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.
At Birkenhead, we bring together extensive hot-rolled coil stock and advanced decoiling capabilities under one roof. This in combination with wider ASD group capabilities, creates a more integrated approach to sourcing, processing and supplying hot-rolled material – helping customers reduce lead times, lower logistics costs and keep projects moving.
In this article, we explore what differentiates ASD Birkenhead and how it fits within our wider, integrated approach to steel supply.
What Sets ASD Birkenhead Apart
Hot-rolled steel is fundamental to many UK industries. By bringing together extensive stock, decoiling capabilities, strategic location and integrating this with ASD’s nationwide offering, we provide customers with reliable, flexible supply option for these essential materials.
At Birkenhead we offer:
Hot-rolled Sheets: From S235, S275, S355, S275 Floorplate, S355 J2W (weather-resistant), Corten and DD11 we supply a wide range of grades in thickness from 1.5mm to 25mm.
Decoiled to Specifications: We can decoil and cut-to-size material 1.6mm – 15mm thick, up to 12m long and up to 2020mm wide.
We also support customers with:
- Sourcing specific grades in a wide range of sizes
- Holding parent feed stock for call-off arrangements
- Supporting large contracts with a reliable supply
- Offering project management support for complex projects with strict quality and timeline requirements
Integrated Supply That Makes the Difference
The investment in Birkenhead is ASD’s response to modern supply chain challenges. It is a practical solution built to make procurement of hot-rolled sheets simpler and more reliable.
We understand the pressures our customers face from tight deadlines and budget constraints to complex specifications and growing sustainability requirements. Managing these demands across multiple suppliers only adds unnecessary workload and complexity.
By sourcing and processing all under one roof, and connecting Birkenhead seamlessly with the rest of the ASD offering, we remove uncertainty and hassle from your supply process. The result is less coordination, shorter turnaround times and a supply chain that is easier to manage.
Cost-Effective Supply to the Irish Market
For customers in Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland, our Birkenhead site offers a clear logistics advantage. Located at the UK’s main freight distribution port for NI and ROI, with twice-daily sailings, Birkenhead provides a reliable and efficient gateway into the Irish market:
- Faster Lead Times: Shorter distances mean your materials arrive sooner and more consistently, helping projects stay on schedule.
- Lower Logistics Costs: Reduced travel distance means lower freight costs, particularly useful with repeat and high-volume orders.
- Lower Carbon Impact: Proximity also means lower transport emissions. If reducing your supply chain carbon footprint matters sourcing from closer location will make a difference.
Focused on What Matters
Whether you are a fabricator sourcing cut-to-size hot-rolled sheets, a construction business managing complex projects, or an energy sector supplier requiring repeat supply of intricate steel components, ASD Birkenhead is equipped to support your requirements.
Our focus is simple – to get you the products and services you need, when you need them – whilst ensuring the whole process is reliable and efficient as possible.
Get in Touch
To learn more about how ASD Birkenhead’s hot-rolled offering can support your projects, or to discuss your specific requirements speak to our team.