BENLEE Weekly Economic Report September 21, 2026
Steel Production Surges; Capacity Utilization Hits 82.3%
U.S. weekly raw steel production rose sharply to 1.90 million tons — up 5.1% from last week and up 5.5% year to date on capacity utilization of 82.3%. The 50% steel tariff protection and strong AI data center construction demand are the primary...Economic Report By BENLEE Roll-off trucks and Roll-off trailers September 15, 2026
Steel Holds But Capacity Utilization Slips
U.S. weekly raw steel production fell to 1.808 million tons — down 0.6% from last week but up 5.4% year to date on capacity utilization of 78.3%. The 50% steel tariff protection and slow demand growth continue to define the production environment. Hot-rolled coil...Why BENLEE is the Industry’s #1 Place to Buy Roll-off Truck, Roll-off Trailer & Dump Trailer and Truck parts
Why BENLEE Is the Industry's #1 Place to Buy Roll-Off Truck, Roll-Off Trailer, and Dump Truck Parts If you run roll-off trucks, roll-off trailers, dump trucks, or luggers for a living, you already know the real cost of downtime isn't the repair bill — it's the job that doesn't get done...
Recycling, Scrap Metal, Commodities & Economic Report By BENLEE 9/8/26
Recycling, Scrap Metal, Commodities and Economic Report — August 24, 2026 Produced by BENLEE Roll-off Trailers to support our customers, suppliers, and partners Watch Video Report
Steel Production Holds Near Multi-Year Highs
U.S. weekly raw steel production rose to 1.833 million tons — up 0.7% from last week and up 5.6% year...BENLEE The Leader In Roll-off trucks for Scrap Metal and Environmental Markets
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Scrap metal and environmental operators run their equipment harder than almost anyone else in trucking. Every lift puts stress on cables, hydraulics, and steel. Every cycle wears down the same components. In this...Economic, Recycling Report By BENLEE Roll off trucks
Recycling, Scrap Metal, Commodities and Economic Report — August 24, 2026 Produced by BENLEE Roll-off Trailers to support our customers, suppliers, and partners
Steel Production Holds Near Multi-Year Highs
U.S. weekly raw steel production rose to 1.833 million tons — up 0.7% from last week and up 5.6% year to date...Economic and Commodities Report by BENLEE 8/3/26
U.S. raw steel production rose to 1.858 million tons this week. That is up 1.5% from last week and up 5.8% year to date. Capacity utilization climbed to 80.5%. The 50% tariff protection remains the structural backbone of domestic output. Strong AI data center demand continues to add meaningful new...
Economic Report and Recycling Report By BENLEE Roll-off trailers: 7/13/26
U.S. raw steel production rose to 1.856 million tons this week. That is up 0.6% from last week and up 6.0% year to date. Capacity utilization came in at 78.9%. The 50% tariff protection remains the backbone of domestic output. Demand growth is slow but the tariff floor is holding...
The right roll-off truck, trailer and lugger truck for Michigan
Michigan Roll-Off Trailers: Why BENLEE Builds the Heavy Haul Standard Michigan operators live under different rules than the rest of the country. State bridge law allows far higher gross weights than the federal 80,000-pound limit. However, that extra weight only stays legal and safe with the right axle count, spacing, and...
Dow Hits Record 52,833 as Oil Falls to Pre-War Lows 7.5.26
U.S. raw steel production fell slightly to 1.842 million tons this week. That is down 0.5% from last week but still up 6.0% year to date. Capacity utilization held at 79.8%. The 50% tariff protection remains the structural foundation of domestic output. The slow-growth economy continues to be a modest...
BENLEE Weekly Economic Report June 29, 2026
U.S. raw steel production fell slightly to 1.851 million tons this week. That is down 0.2% from last week but still up 6.1% year to date. Capacity utilization held at 79.8%. The 50% tariff protection remains the structural backbone of domestic output. The slow-growth economy is a headwind. But the...
Economic Weekly Report by BENLEE Roll-off trailers 6/15/26
U.S. raw steel production rose to 1.877 million tons this week. That is up 0.3% from last week and up 6.8% year to date. Capacity utilization came in at 79.3%. The 50% tariff protection remains the primary support for domestic output. The economy continues to grow slowly but the tariff...
Economic, Scrap Metal and Recycling Report June 8, 2026
U.S. raw steel production rose to 1.872 million tons this week. That is up 0.1% from last week and up 6.8% from last year. Capacity utilization held at 81.1%. The 50% tariff protection remains the foundation of domestic output. The AI data center surge is adding meaningful new steel demand....
Economic Report Covering Steel, Copper and Total Economy by BENLEE Roll-off trailers
U.S. raw steel production fell slightly to 1.87 million tons this week. That is down 1.5% from last week but still up 6.7% year to date. Capacity utilization held at 81%. The 50% tariff protection remains the backbone of domestic output. Strong AI data center demand is adding a powerful...
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Running a scrap metal operation means every load counts. The trailer behind your truck directly affects your profit on every haul. Choosing the wrong one costs you money every single day. Choosing the right one pays for itself fast. This guide covers exactly what scrap metal recyclers need to know. We...
BENLEE’s Weekly Commodity, Scrap Metal and Economic Report: 5/11/26
U.S. raw steel production rose to 1.856 million tons this week. That is up 1.4% from last week and up 6.2% year to date. The 50% tariff protection continues to support domestic output. The economy is growing slowly but the tariff floor remains solid.
Oil Falls But...
Weekly Economic Report by BENLEE May 4th 2026
U.S. raw steel production fell to 1.83 million tons this week. That is down 1% from last week but still up 6% year to date. Capacity utilization came in at 79.3%. The 50% tariff protection continues to support output. The economy is growing slowly but the tariff floor remains firm. <h3...</h3...
Consumer Confidence Hits 78-Year Low as Oil Climbs
U.S. raw steel production rose to 1.848 million tons this week. That is up 0.3% from last week and up 5.8% year to date. Capacity utilization hit 80%. The 50% tariff protection continues to support output. The economy is growing slowly but steadily.
Oil Rises as Hormuz...
Weekly Scrap Metal and Recycling Report By BENLEE April 20, 2026
U.S. raw steel production rose to 1.843 million tons this week. That is up 0.7% from last week and up 5.5% year to date. The capacity utilization rate was 79.8%. The 50% tariff protection continues to support output despite slow economic growth.
Oil Takes a Big Drop
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BENLEE vs. Dragon Two Container Roll-Off Trailer: Which One Actually Lasts Longer and Which One is Safer? Buying a two container roll-off trailer is a major decision. The price tag is just the beginning. What you spend on repairs, downtime, and replacements tells the real story. That's exactly where BENLEE and...
Roll-off trailers: BENLEE vs Galbreath an engineering comparison
When operators are shopping for a new roll-off trailer, the name Galbreath comes up often. It is a well-known brand with a long history in the roll-off industry, and for many buyers it represents a familiar default. But familiar is not the same as best. Before you sign off on...
Oil Tops $111, the Dow Surges 1,300 Points & Jobs Surprise to the Upside: Recycling & Scrap Metal Report — April 6, 2026
U.S. raw steel production bounced back this week to 1.803 million tons — up 1.2% from last week and up 5% year to date. The 50% tariff protection continues to hold domestic output firm even as the broader economy expands at a modest pace.
Oil Crosses $111 — A Near 4-Year...
Steel Tariffs, Oil Shock and a Slowing Economy: recycling & Scrap Metal Report March 30, 2026
U.S. raw steel production dipped slightly this past week to 1.791 million tons, down 1.1% from the prior week — but remains up a healthy 5% year to date. The combination of modest economic growth and 50% steel tariff protection continues to support domestic output.
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War Premium, Rate Freeze & 1,000-Point Drop: Recycling & Scrap Metal Report March 23, 2026
U.S. raw steel production continued to soften this week, falling to 1.774 million tons — down 0.9% from last week, though still up 4.9% year to date. High energy costs are taking a measurable toll on economic activity, and that's beginning to show up in production numbers.
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What Is the Best Roll-Off for Scrap Metal?
Choosing the right roll-off equipment is a big decision. The wrong choice costs you time and money. This guide answers the most common questions to help you decide.Should I Get a Roll-Off Truck...
Recycling, Scrap Metal, Commodities & Economic Report March 2, 2026 By BENLEE Roll off Trailers
Recycling, Scrap Metal, Commodities & Economic Report — March 2, 2026 Presented by BENLEE Roll Off Trailers See Video Version of Report Steel production continued its upward trend this week, with U.S. raw steel output rising to 1.817 million tons — up 0.9% from last week and 4.3% year to date....
Recycling, Scrap Metal, Commodities & Economic Report Week 2/23/26
Recycling, Scrap Metal & Commodities Report — Week of February 23, 2026 Brought to you by BENLEE Roll-Off Trailers Supreme Court Reshapes the Tariff Landscape A significant ruling from the U.S. Supreme Court is reverberating through manufacturing and commodities markets this week. The Court struck down much of the administration's broad tariff framework,...
BENLEE Roll-Off trailers: Safest Choice For Texas
BENLEE Roll-Off Trailers: The Safest Choice for Texas Operators When Texas waste haulers and scrap metal recyclers need reliable equipment, they face a critical decision. Should you choose a framed or frameless roll-off trailer? For operators in Houston, Dallas, San Antonio, Austin, Fort Worth, and El Paso, safety and durability matter...
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Why BENLEE Is the Ultimate Two-Container Roll-Off Trailer for Long-Distance Environmental Applications When environmental companies need reliable equipment for long-haul operations, choosing the right trailer matters. For decades, operators have trusted BENLEE Manufacturing to deliver trailers that withstand brutal conditions. From Canadian oil sands to Midwest landfills, and Texas oilfields,...
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When your Dragon roll off trailer or roll off truck needs parts, downtime isn't just an inconvenience—it's lost revenue. You can call BENLEE for Dragon roll off parts at 734-722-8100 or go online...Bridge Master vs Frameless Frequently Asked Questions
Bridge Master vs. ACE Frameless Roll-Off Trailer: Your Questions Answered
When investing in a roll-off trailer, choosing the right equipment can make or break your operation's profitability and safety record. We frequently receive questions comparing the BENLEE Bridge Master to frameless competitors like the ACE trailer. This comprehensive Q&A addresses...BENLEE North America’s Leading Lugger Truck Manufacturer with Unmatched Quality and Innovation
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Leading the Roll-Off Industry Across Three Nations
BENLEE leads the roll-off pup trailer market in the US, Canada, and Mexico. They also sell trailers worldwide in Taiwan, South Africa, and South America. Fleet operators...Hidden Dangers of a “Flying Axle” roll-off trailer: A Critical Safety Analysis
The Hidden Dangers of "Flying Axle" Roll-Off Trailers: What ACE Won't Tell You Updated April 2026 — Now with real-world field findings There is a moment at a customer site that stays with you. Recently, Greg Brown — owner of BENLEE Roll-Off Trailers — visited an ACE frameless trailer customer running...