Nucor to build galvanizing line at its Kentucky sheet mill

Nucor Corp. has announced that it is investing an estimated $176 million to build a hot band galvanizing and pickling line at its sheet mill in Ghent, Ky. The new line will expand Nucor Steel Gallatin’s product capabilities and have an annual capacity of 500,000 tons.

The 72-in. galvanizing line will be the widest hot-rolled galvanizing line in North America. Once the necessary approvals are obtained, it is expected to take two years to construct the galvanizing line and begin operations.

The hot band galvanizing project will create 75 new full-time jobs. Approximately 430 teammates currently work at the mill.