FORGED THROUGH EXPERIENCE
About Us
Since 1945
Trusted to deliver
Since 1945, we’ve built our business on one simple principle: Be the reliable, dependable provider of steel products our customers demand, on time and without compromise.
As a leading steel products supplier and manufacturer, we’ve been going above and beyond for clients for over 80 years, serving as a trusted partner across a variety of industries. From agriculture, construction, mining, road and bridge construction, stormwater management and energy, we bring expertise, responsive service and precision to every job.
What sets us apart is the ability to design, fabricate and deliver, all under one roof. Our team of construction industry experts partner closely with project leaders, engineers and architects to recommend the right solution, every time.
We’re hands-on from concept to completion, and with our own fleet, we control logistics and minimize delays. It’s how we deliver a reliable and consistent experience that translates into successful projects and lasting, repeat partnerships.
Creating a meaningful legacy for clients, team members and Communities
- Established in 1945
- Over 800 game-changing team members
- 11 locations across the United States
- 850,000 SF of manufacturing across five states
- AISC Certified for over 45 years
- Serving clients nationwide and beyond
Our History
Leading with Integrity
TrueNorth Steel’s story began in 1945 when Ole Rommesmo Sr., a Norwegian immigrant, launched his first company: Fargo Tank. His values, integrity, humility, focus, commitment, and knowledge, continue to shape and drive the way we do business.
Over the decades, the business grew through strategic acquisitions, creating a diverse portfolio of steel products and capabilities, while extending the company’s footprint across North America. Companies like Huron Culvert and Tank, Minnkota Windows, Mandan Steel, Johnston Fargo Culvert, FTC Transport, Dakota Steel, Precision Stair and Steel, Roscoe Steel and Culvert, and Beck Steel came together under The Rommesmo Companies.
Ole Rommesmo, Jr. now leads the business, and in 2011, unified these businesses as TrueNorth Steel. Today, as a family-owned company, Ole and the leadership team of TrueNorth Steel expertly balance tradition with innovation, continuing the legacy of delivering high-performance and quality solutions while honoring the principles that started it all.
What Guides Us
Our Mission, Vision and Values
Our mission, vision, and values are the foundation of everything we do—guiding how we work, lead, and deliver for our customers.
Mission: To be an industry leader in quality manufactured and fabricated steel products for profit. TrueNorth Steel will adhere to a culture of building leadership, continuous improvement and will always be accountable and respectful to its employees, customers, suppliers and owners by providing solutions and building trust.
Vision: To create a meaningful legacy for the communities in which we operate.
Safety
Surpassing every safety standard is the most important thing we do. Our employees deserve it. Our customers demand it.
Integrity
We mean what we say, and say what we mean.
Humility
We don’t define our success by what we do, but by what our customers do.
Focus
All we do is steel. We know what we’re good at, and we stick to it.
Knowledge
We bring expertise to every project that can only come with decades of time-in-trade.
Confidence
We know steel. We’re not arrogant – we instill confidence because we have knowledge and experience.
Commitment
We earn our customers’ loyalty and trust only when we follow through on every promise made.
Rooted in Community
Caring for the places we call home
Since day one, we’ve believed that strong businesses build strong communities. Across our locations, TrueNorth Steel team members volunteer, mentor, and contribute to causes that make a meaningful difference in the lives of others.
Our commitment was recognized when we were named 2022 Business of the Year by the Fargo Moorhead West Fargo ChamberChoice Awards—honoring companies that create lasting impact through growth, innovation, and civic leadership.
From local nonprofits to regional initiatives, we’re proud to support the people and places that support us.
Proud supporters of
- The United Way
- Habitat for Humanity
- Feed My Starving Children
- Monsanto Seat Belt Drive
- Hope Blooms
- Adopt a Highway
- Toys for Tots
- Backpack Drives
- Big Sky Economic Development
- Various sponsoring of local youth sporting events
