Steel surrounds us and it is impossible to imagine either railroading, or the world in general without it. But while we know what steel is and how it is used, how many of us really have any idea of how it is transported and processed? It is a fascinating process with railroading involved from start to finish.

This book series is a region by region look at how the railroads operate and support the steelmaking process. Includes the Iron Range operations, Great Lakes Ports and Fleets and Specialty Equipment.