From offcut to resource: Outlet pieces offer a fast and cost-effective solution

When our sawing process produces leftover pieces, they do not sit gathering dust in storage. The Outlet section of Sten Steel's online store offers these pre-cut pieces to customers quickly, affordably, and without compromising on quality. In this article, our steel sales specialist Niklas Oinonen explains what Outlet pieces mean in practice and why they appeal to a growing number of customers.

Efficient use of material flows

Metal sawing always produces leftover pieces. These now find their way to customers more easily than before. In practice, these are pre-cut pieces that work for small projects and as additions to larger orders alike.

The idea behind Outlet is simple and effective. The goal is to use all available material while giving customers a fast, affordable, and readily available option. Each piece comes with heat numbers and dimensions, just like the rest of the range, so traceability and quality stay the same. Customers can browse the products in the online store and quickly grab the exact piece their project needs at that moment.

"Outlet pieces come from offcuts left over from sawing, but for the customer they are just as high quality and traceable as any other product, and often available faster," Oinonen says.

Savings and flexibility for the customer

In construction and industrial projects, schedules shift and needs change. Sometimes immediate access to the right material is decisive. Outlet pieces answer this need, because the pre-cut pieces in the online store often ship as soon as the next day. The customer gets a piece that can go straight to machining or further processing without waiting. The offcut is no longer waste. It becomes usable raw material for the next project.

"Outlet is a good option when a customer is in a hurry, for example. Delivery starts right away, and there is no need to wait for sawing," Oinonen advises.

The benefits go beyond speed. Outlet pieces are also competitively priced, because customers save on both the price per kilo and sawing costs. This makes them an attractive option for small and large operators alike. The pieces suit many needs, such as everyday workshop use, prototypes, test pieces, and urgent site projects.

A constantly changing selection

Outlet is a concrete example of efficient material use. When every piece from the sawing process is put to use, material waste drops and the raw material is used in full. This supports the sustainability goals of both customers and Sten Steel.

The Outlet selection is broad and changes constantly based on the pieces that come out of production. There are typically hundreds of pieces available. According to Oinonen, this means customers should always check the Outlet selection too, because the right piece for the next project may be waiting there.

How to get started with ordering Outlet pieces

Oinonen encourages every customer to try ordering Outlet pieces, because it is an easy way to find cost-effective solutions for everyday needs. If you do not yet have online store credentials, you can get started either by contacting your own sales representative or by filling in the online store form. This gives you credentials and lets you browse the Outlet selection right away.