Murphy Highlights Wallingford Manufacturer, Nucor Steel Connecticut, Inc., as “Murphy’s Monday Manufacturer”

U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) launched a new weekly series called “Murphy’s Monday Manufacturer”, in which one of Connecticut’s distinct manufacturers will be recognized for their outstanding contributions to the state.

This time Murphy announced that Nucor Steel Connecticut, Inc. of Wallingford for “Murphy’s Monday Manufacturer.” Nucor Steel Connecticut uses rolling and forming processes to manufacture a broad range of steel products for the construction, fencing, automotive, fastener, and agriculture industries. Nucor Steel Connecticut produces up to 300,000 tons of wire rod and rebar each year. 

Nucor Steel Connecticut actively recruits military veterans and students. Every Nucor employee and dependent of a Nucor employee is eligible to receive $3,200 per year in scholarship funds to attend college or a vocational school. Additionally, Nucor Steel Connecticut supports the Wallingford Fire and Police Departments and is an annual sponsor of the Spanish Community of Wallingford. 

“There’s no question that Nucor Steel Connecticut is committed to manufacturing world-class products,” said Murphy. “But they’re also doing their part to keep Connecticut residents on the job and to help working families make the dream of going to college a reality. I’m proud to recognize Nucor Steel Connecticut as one of our state’s distinct manufacturers.”