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About Us
The Steel Market Development Institute (SMDI) is a business unit of the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI). Founded in August 2008, the SMDI was previously known as AISI’s Market Development program.
SMDI’s objective is to grow the markets for steel in the automotive, construction and container industries and for value-added long products, as well as in non-traditional steel markets such as energy. The SMDI also influences local, state and federal officials on the benefits of steel to ensure legislation that provides a level playing field for steel products and practices.
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Volvo Wins Automotive Excellence Award at 16th annual Great Designs in Steel Seminar
Every year, the Steel Market Development Institute presents the Automotive Excellence Award at the annual Great Designs in Steel (GDIS) conference. Now in its 16th year, the conference features the best and brightest of the automotive and steel industries and … Continue reading
Give Your Vehicle Some TLC!
Spring has sprung! Gone are the dreary days of winter – which means no more slush, road salt or slow traffic (well… hopefully). While many drivers will be making a beeline to the car wash to scrub all of the … Continue reading
A High-Strength Celebration of Earth Day!
The steel industry’s commitment to a greener future is in full view on Earth Day and beyond. Continue reading
Steel Vehicles Have Changed – How We Repair Them Has Too
This is a guest post courtesy of Steve Marks, Industry Support Manager, I-CAR, and the recipient of SMDI’s 2017 Man of Steel Community Hero Award. Advances in automotive steels are allowing global manufacturers to produce amazing vehicles to meet consumer expectations … Continue reading
Music: The Necessity for Every Great Trip!
Your car is a part of you, no matter if it’s a sedan, luxury vehicle, SUV, or convertible. Cars are the best way to get around in the United States, and owning one (especially your first one) is a major … Continue reading
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Tracing Canada’s History Through its Cars
As Canada prepares to mark its 150th anniversary, the 2017 Canadian International AutoShow will help celebrate the country’s remarkable history in the best way it knows— through its cars. Continue reading
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Taking Innovation to New Heights
Steel is accelerating innovation in today’s automotive history – like it has for decades. Just look at how much advanced high-strength steel is used in today’s vehicles – 10% higher than projections! We’re not surprised with how much high-strength steel … Continue reading
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Let’s Get Sustainable with the 2017 Green Car Awards
At the 2017 Washington Auto Show, the future of sustainable vehicles was on display. Which vehicles took home the Green Car Awards? Continue reading
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