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Forge Through: supporting veterans and first responders

Forge Through – a charitable mental health initiative – was established by and for first responders and veterans who are grappling with the emotional, physical and mental stress associated with their jobs.

Forge Through: supporting veterans and first responders

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Custom-Cut Metal and Steel

While it may be economical to purchase a full length of steel, often the offcuts go to waste. With Edcon Steel you have the option to order any custom-cut metal or steel length that you require.

Custom-Cut Metal and Steel

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Your online steel supplier

Edcon Steel is Australia’s most comprehensive online steel supplier, with a huge range of steel, metal, tools and gear.

Your online steel supplier

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Welding series: how to stick weld (for beginners)

The second of our welding series, this helpful guide outlines how to stick weld (for beginners).

Welding series: how to stick weld (for beginners)

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Welding series: how to TIG weld (for beginners)

The third of our welding series, this helpful guide outlines how to TIG weld (for beginners).

Welding series: how to TIG weld (for beginners)

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Welding series: how to MIG weld (for beginners)

The first of our welding series, this helpful guide outlines how to MIG weld (for beginners).

Welding series: how to MIG weld (for beginners)

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Buy steel mesh online and hassle-free

With woven mesh, welded mesh and perforated steel products available, you can buy steel mesh online and hassle-free from Edcon Steel.

Buy steel mesh online and hassle-free

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304 vs 316 stainless steel: Understanding stainless steel grades

Here, we answer some of your questions by revisiting a popular article about two of the most common stainless steel grades: 304 vs 316 stainless steel.

304 vs 316 stainless steel: Understanding stainless steel grades

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DIY garden bed cover using Edcon Steel products

George, a chef, was keen to plant a kitchen garden and make the most of his free time with his DIY garden bed cover.

DIY garden bed cover using Edcon Steel products

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What is the difference between pre-gal and hot-dip galvanised steel?

Project requirements and intended use of the steel will determine which coating is better for your project. Here, we explore the differences between pre-gal and hot-dip galvanised steel.

What is the difference between pre-gal and hot-dip galvanised steel?

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Price changes at Edcon Steel

Edcon Steel has not been immune to the challenges of the last few years and will be making price changes as we can no longer absorb the extra costs of fuel and labour.

Price changes at Edcon Steel

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Celebrating our long-term staff

We are so proud to be celebrating our long-term staff members, Alan, Mick and Geoff, and their 20-year journey with Edcon Steel.

Celebrating our long-term staff

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Why Builders, Engineers & Makers Choose Edcon

18,000+

Products online, ready to order anytime.

1,800+

Steel profiles, plus stainless, aluminium, brass, bronze & copper.

10,000+

Tools & accessories for cutting, welding & drilling.

50+ years

Supplying Australian projects - big and small.

Family-owned

Trusted and standards-compliant since day one.

Ordered on a Tuesday night and delivered by Thursday morning - great communication on the way through as well.

Craig Curtin

Great business to deal with. They are happy to cut me whatever short lengths I need and post or courier to me out in the middle of nowhere. AAA+++

Mal Birrell

Edcon Steel is a convenient, transparent way to buy steel. They have a wide range of alloys and sizes. For the needs of Plithos Renewables, Stainless Steel 316 was the go-to and parts could be cut to length. It is very easy to do business with Edcon Steel.

Plithos Renewables

Competitive pricing, great customer service by ALL staff members, return claims handled professionally without any 'Ifs' or 'buts'. Very friendly. They are raising the bar to a new standard in Australian retail customer service.

Philipp Katscher

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