Albina offers an expertise in curving structural steel, plate, and other metals to create spiral, circular and helical stair stringers meeting the diverse needs of industries worldwide. Albina has mastered the art of spiral bending with our in-house developed induction bending process. We are the leader in spiral bending in the US and Canada. Our induction heat source and increment bending method produce extremely tight spiral bends to industry leading quality AESS standards.
As a professional in the stair industry, staying current with evolving codes, technical innovations, and best practices is essential. The SMA (Stairbuilders & Manufacturers Association) stood out because it offers:
- Cutting-Edge Education: Whether it’s through the SMA Stair Academy or AIA Continuing Education programs, members gain access to specialized courses and certifications that help advance our expertise.
- Technical Resources: From the 3D Anatomy of a Stair to comprehensive manuals and visual interpretations of the stairbuilding codes, the SMA equips you with the tools to design safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing stairways.
- Networking Opportunities: Annual conferences, regional workshops, and an extensive member directory allow you to connect with fellow professionals—from builders and architects to code officials and designers.
We specialize in architectural exposure quality spiraling of tube steel, channel, plate and pipe to amazingly tight radii and steep pitches. We work on both commercial and residential applications. In addition to staircases and stringers, we produce a number of other ornamental products such as handrails, decorative gates and fences, as well as architecturally unique and appealing signage and entry-ways for commercial, residential, recreational and transportation applications.
SMA (Stiarbuilders & Manufacturers Association) is a vibrant community of professionals passionate about the art and science of stairbuilding. Deciding to join the SMA has opened doors to education, networking, and a wealth of industry knowledge.