Metal Trades, Inc. (MTI) is a highly capable heavy steel fabricator and shipyard located approximately 18 miles south of Charleston, South Carolina. We specialize in:

• Heavy Steel Fabrication
• Heavy Steel Components as an OEM supplier
• Barge Construction
• Power Transformer Tanks
• Ship Repair
• Large Pressure Vessels and Tanks Built to Section VIII of the ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code

History
J.E. Corbin, Jr. founded Metal Trades, Inc. in 1962 with a pickup truck, a welding machine, and years of metal fabricating experience. In the early years, Metal Trades focused on steel and sheet metal fabrication. Metal Trades, Inc. (MTI) later became certified as a Master Ship Repair Contractor for the US Army and Navy, providing overhaul and ship repair services on various types of coastal vessels. MTI established a solid reputation for its multi-skilled work force and strong commitment to high quality.In recent years, MTI has demonstrated proven expertise in barge construction and the modular construction of larger, more complex industrial components that require the installation of machinery, piping, and electrical equipment.