Galvan Industries Chosen to Rust-Proof Handrails for Reconstruction of Charlotte's Memorial Stadium
Galvan Industries is hot-dip galvanizing handrails and other steel for the reconstruction of American Legion Memorial Stadium in Charlotte, NC, an iconic local landmark originally built in 1936. The new galvanized steel will be rust-free and maintenance-free for decades to come.
HARRISBURG, N.C., April 23, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Galvan Industries is providing hot dip galvanizing for handrails and other steel elements for the reconstruction of the American Legion Memorial Stadium located on the historic site in Charlotte, NC where it was originally constructed in 1936. The galvanized steel elements will be rust-free and maintenance-free for decades to come.
Memorial Stadium is an important landmark in Charlotte, built to honor Mecklenburg County veterans who fought in World War I.
The project includes the complete demolition and reconstruction of the stadium with a playing field meant to host professional and amateur sporting events from soccer and lacrosse to football. The new facility will have the flexibility to also host civic events like concerts, band competitions, civic gatherings, and more. The total capacity for the stadium will be 12,000 spectators.
"Galvan is very happy to have been selected to work on this significant historical project," said Laurens Willard, president of Galvan Industries, Inc. "We've been a part of the Charlotte-area business community for more than 60 years, ourselves. We appreciate the value of history and building for the future."
About Galvan Industries, Inc.
Since 1958, Galvan Industries has provided the ultimate in corrosion control to steel fabricators and manufacturers. The first hot-dip galvanizing operation in the Carolinas, the company has grown to become the largest capacity contract galvanizer in the Southeast.
For details, or to place an order, call Galvan Industries at (704) 455-5102, Fax (704) 455-5215; e-mail: [email protected].
Media Contact
Ben Kelly, Galvan Industries, Inc., 704-455-5102, [email protected]
SOURCE Galvan Industries, Inc.

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