Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Engineered Steel Solutions for Modern Construction
Paco Steel has been a leader in steel design and manufacturing for over four decades. Our expertise lies in delivering innovative structural solutions through four core divisions: Engineering, Steel Distribution, Fabrication, and Manufacturing. We specialize in pre-engineered, pre-fabricated steel systems including moment frames, braced frames, and shear panels that combine lightweight efficiency with high-strength performance. Our proprietary High Frequency Electric Resistance Forging Process ensures precision manufacturing of custom I-beam solutions tailored to specific project requirements. With a focus on reducing installation time and costs, our bolted connection systems eliminate field welding while maintaining structural integrity. Our founder's hands-on approach to design prioritizes practicality, economics, and transportability, principles that continue to guide our operations.We serve diverse industries including manufactured housing, recreational vehicles, and commercial construction, offering solutions that bridge the gap between traditional light-gauge steel and heavy structural systems. Our seismic-tested moment frames exceed code requirements with interstory drift capacities exceeding 0.04 radians. As an industry pioneer, we maintain the only beam production line in North America capable of custom manufacturing structural members in small quantities. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through comprehensive submittal packages including engineering calculations, detail drawings, and connection validation testing.
Services
Moment Frames
Braced Frames
Shear Panels
Steel Distribution
Fabrication Services
Custom Beams
Seismic Retrofit
Structural Components
Engineering Support
Manufacturing Solutions
Details
- Year established: 1974
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of specialized expertise in structural steel engineering
- Patented high-strength, lightweight steel beam technology
- Custom-engineered solutions with 2-day design turnaround
- Field-tested connections exceeding AISC seismic requirements
- Integrated manufacturing process from coil to finished component
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC)
What people say
Most efficient design
Rapid completion
Great design-build
30% less cost
Fully compliant
Services
Moment Frames
PACO's Special Moment Frames provide seismic-resistant structural solutions using lightweight steel sections. These pre-engineered systems install faster than traditional welded frames while maintaining structural integrity. Field-bolted connections eliminate welding requirements and fit within standard wood framing, offering cost savings of up to 30% compared to conventional systems.
Braced Frames
Our Special Concentric Braced Frames resist high-magnitude lateral loads through bolted connections that enable rapid field installation. Designed to AISC 341-10 standards, these systems offer architectural flexibility while maintaining R=7 response modification factors for enhanced seismic performance in dual system applications.
Custom Beams
Custom-manufactured I-beam solutions utilize our proprietary High Frequency Electric Resistance Forging Process. This technology enables production of specialized beam profiles in small quantities while maintaining dimensional accuracy and material consistency for applications requiring precise load-deflection characteristics.
Seismic Retrofit
Bolt-together retrofit systems provide cost-effective seismic upgrades for existing structures. Our lightweight solutions minimize structural modifications during installation while meeting modern code requirements for soft-story retrofits and multi-bay high-rise applications.
Engineering Support
Comprehensive engineering packages include calculations, submittal documents, and detail drawings for structural systems. Our team provides design validation testing documentation and connection analysis to ensure compliance with seismic provisions and building codes.
People
Young Paik
Founder
Young Paik established PACO Steel in 1974 after identifying market gaps in structural steel solutions. His patented beam technology revolutionized lightweight steel construction. With four decades of hands-on engineering experience, he continues to influence the company's focus on practical design solutions that balance structural performance with economic efficiency.
Questions
How long has PACO Steel been in business?
PACO Steel & Engineering Corp. has been serving the construction industry since 1974, providing steel solutions for over 40 years.
Do you provide custom structural solutions?
All our structural systems are custom-engineered to meet specific project requirements, with design turnaround typically completed within two business days.
Are field welds required for installation?
No field welding is needed - our systems use bolted connections that install faster than traditional welded frames while maintaining structural integrity.
How do your costs compare to conventional systems?
Our pre-engineered systems typically cost 30% less than traditional wide flange moment frames due to reduced material and labor requirements.
Are your products code-compliant?
All structural systems meet or exceed AISC seismic provisions, with moment frame connections tested to sustain interstory drift angles exceeding 0.04 radians.
What documentation do you provide?
We supply complete engineering packages including calculations, submittal drawings, and connection validation testing documentation for code compliance.
