Business Details
47 Years
experience
Expert Structural Steel Fabrication Services
Elance Steel has been a trusted leader in steel fabrication and construction since 1979. Founded by Jim Baier and Rick Libke, our company was built on the principle of delivering high-quality structural steel solutions at fair prices. Over four decades, we have grown into a team of over 300 experienced professionals, combining 300 years of collective expertise in design, fabrication, and installation. Our in-house capabilities ensure complete project control from concept to completion, enabling us to tackle complex challenges that others deem impossible. We specialize in structural steel, metal fabrication, and ornamental steel structures, serving diverse industries including mining, energy, and commercial construction.Our ISO 9001 certification underscores our commitment to quality management and customer satisfaction. With a 22,000-square-foot facility and advanced technologies like Tekla Structures 3D modeling, we deliver precision-engineered solutions tailored to each client's unique needs. Our dedicated project managers and versatile erection crews adapt seamlessly to changing conditions, ensuring timely delivery without compromising quality. From large-scale industrial projects to custom architectural elements like curved staircases, we transform raw steel into innovative, durable structures. As a Saskatchewan-based company, we take pride in supporting local communities while maintaining a reputation for excellence across Western Canada.
Services
Structural Steel
Metal Fabrication
Ornamental Steel Structures
Trusses
Design Engineering
Installation Services
3D Modeling
Custom Steel Solutions
Project Management
On-Site Welding
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- ISO 9001-certified quality management system
- 40+ years of combined team experience in steel fabrication
- Complete in-house design, fabrication, and installation capabilities
- 22,000-square-foot facility with advanced robotic fabrication technology
- Proven track record with complex projects others deem impossible
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
Services
Structural Steel Fabrication
Elance Steel delivers precision-engineered structural steel components for commercial and industrial buildings. Our in-house design team creates detailed shop drawings while our fabrication facility produces beams, columns, trusses, and complex structural elements. We ensure complete compliance with building codes and project specifications through rigorous quality control processes.
Metal Fabrication
We provide comprehensive metal fabrication services including cutting, bending, welding, and assembly of steel components. Our capabilities cover anchor bolts, crane rails, monorails, and plate work using advanced robotic fabrication technology. Each component is catalogued for efficient on-site installation.
Ornamental Steel Structures
Our team creates unique architectural steel elements like handrails, staircases, and decorative structures. Combining technical expertise with artistic craftsmanship, we produce custom solutions that meet both aesthetic and structural requirements for residential and commercial properties.
Project Installation
We handle complete project installation with experienced erection crews who adapt to changing site conditions. Our logistics planning ensures timely delivery of pre-identified components, minimizing delays and optimizing on-site productivity for structural steel assemblies.
3D Modeling Services
Using Tekla Structures software, we create detailed 3D models of entire projects. This technology enables early problem detection, accurate visualization of components, and precise communication of construction details from foundation to roof systems.
People
Jim Baier
Co-Founder
Co-founded Elance Steel in 1979 with Rick Libke, bringing decades of steel industry expertise and leadership to the company's operations.
Rick Libke
Co-Founder
Co-founder with Jim Baier, instrumental in establishing Elance Steel's reputation for quality structural steel solutions since 1979.
Questions
What services does Elance Steel offer?
We provide structural steel fabrication, metal fabrication, ornamental steel structures, truss manufacturing, design engineering, and full project installation services.
What industries do you serve?
We support mining, energy, water infrastructure, forestry, oil & gas, and commercial construction sectors across Western Canada.
Are you ISO certified?
Yes, we maintain ISO 9001 certification for quality management systems since 2003.
How experienced is your team?
Our team combines 300+ years of steel industry experience with specialized expertise in complex structural solutions.
Can you handle large-scale projects?
Our 22,000-square-foot facility and experienced crews manage projects of any size, including oversized trusses and custom structures.
Do you offer design assistance?
Yes, we provide Tekla Structures 3D modeling and full design engineering services to ensure precision and code compliance.
