Steel Cell Manufacturing Plant Tour - Cornelia

SteelCell Manufacturing Plant Tour – Cornelia, Georgia

See how SteelCell transforms American-made steel into prefabricated modular structures engineered for security, durability, and efficient installation.

Join the Georgia Manufacturing Alliance for a special afternoon plant tour of SteelCell, a Northeast Georgia manufacturer specializing in prefabricated steel units for correctional and detention facilities.

The event begins with a complimentary networking lunch at Habersham County Airport at noon, followed by an afternoon tour of SteelCell's manufacturing operation from 1:00 to 4:00 PM.

Attendees will explore how SteelCell combines metal fabrication, specialized coatings, modular assembly, and quality control to manufacture complex structures in a controlled factory environment.

About SteelCell

Founded in 2001, SteelCell designs and manufactures prefabricated modular units used in correctional, detention, and related secure environments.

The company's manufacturing operation uses A60 Galvanneal steel, engineered modular construction, and high-performance polyurea-based coatings to produce durable structures designed for demanding applications.

SteelCell's manufacturing approach brings construction activities into a factory environment, where repeatable production processes, integrated quality control, and specialized finishing systems help reduce field installation requirements.

According to the company, its cumulative production experience includes more than 21,900 modular units, 70 million pounds of steel, and 14 million square feet of applied coatings.

Three Key Highlights

1. Prefabricated Steel Manufacturing

Explore how SteelCell manufactures customized modular units using Galvanneal steel and controlled production processes.

Learn how prefabrication allows complex structural components to be manufactured, assembled, and prepared for installation before reaching the construction site.

2. Specialized Coatings & Quality Control

Learn about the role of SteelCell's high-performance polyurea coatings in protecting finished products from corrosion, wear, and demanding cleaning environments.

SteelCell incorporates quality control into its manufacturing process and uses controlled environments for coating applications.

3. Manufacturing Efficiency Through Modular Construction

Discover how SteelCell applies repeatable manufacturing methods to customized products.

Its approach provides an opportunity to examine the connection between engineering, material flow, production sequencing, quality, and the challenges of delivering complex structures on schedule.

Lean & Continuous Improvement Takeaways

Production Flow: How a structured factory layout supports the movement of large modular products between workstations.

Standardized Processes: How repeatable manufacturing methods support consistency while accommodating customized designs.

Quality at the Source: The role of in-process quality control and controlled coating environments.

Material Utilization: How standardized components and prefabrication can reduce waste and unnecessary handling.

Manufacturing vs. Field Construction: How completing more work in a factory can reduce on-site labor, installation complexity, and schedule uncertainty.

Who Should Attend

Manufacturing Executives and Plant Managers

Continuous Improvement / Lean Leaders

Operations and Production Managers

Manufacturing and Industrial Engineers

Fabrication and Welding Professionals

Quality and Production Leaders

Supply Chain and Materials Management Professionals

Construction and Modular Manufacturing Leaders

This tour is especially valuable for manufacturing professionals interested in metal fabrication, modular assembly, factory flow, quality systems, and continuous improvement.

Event Agenda – Tuesday, February 16, 2027

12:00 – 12:45 PM — Complimentary Networking Lunch at Habersham County Airport

12:45 – 1:00 PM — Travel to SteelCell / Arrival and Check-In

1:00 – 1:30 PM — GMA Welcome, SteelCell Presentation & Safety Briefing

1:30 – 3:45 PM — SteelCell Manufacturing Plant Tour

3:45 – 4:00 PM — Questions, Wrap-Up & Closing Remarks

Lunch is included at no additional charge. Transportation between the airport and SteelCell is not yet confirmed.

Lunch Location

Habersham County Airport
1112 Airport Road
Cornelia, GA

Lunch begins at 12:00 PM.

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Manufacturing Plant Tour

SteelCell
Cornelia, Georgia

Tour: 1:00 – 4:00 PM

The exact plant arrival address and parking instructions will be provided to registered attendees.

TOUR REQUIREMENTS

Attendance is limited:

1 Ticket for non-manufacturing companies
2 Tickets for manufacturing companies

CLOSED-TOED/FLAT-BOTTOM SHOES ARE MANDATORY. No High Heels!

No photos are allowed.

Additional host-specific safety and visitor requirements will be communicated before the event.