This change is part of our continued effort to strengthen workplace safety and create an environment where every person can work confidently and return home safely at the end of each day. While our Blue Building has always operated with safety in mind, we've taken a proactive approach by expanding our personal protective equipment requirements to further reduce the risk of head injuries from overhead hazards or unexpected incidents.

At Research Alloys, we believe that the best safety programs don't simply react to industry standards—they help set them. By adopting this enhanced requirement, we're reinforcing a culture where safety is everyone's responsibility, regardless of their role or the reason for their visit.

As a leader in the Columbus, Ohio, scrap industry, we continually invest in our people, our facilities, and our processes. Our customers and business partners trust us to operate responsibly, and that responsibility begins with creating a workplace that prioritizes health and safety above all else.

We know that even small changes can make a significant difference. Wearing a hard hat may only take a few seconds, but it's one more way we're protecting the people who make Research Alloys successful every day.

We appreciate the cooperation of our employees, customers, vendors, and visitors as we implement this updated safety requirement. Together, we're building a stronger safety culture and helping ensure that Research Alloys remains an industry leader known not only for quality service but also for our unwavering commitment to safety.

Thank you for helping us make safety a priority—every person, every visit, every day.