Aluminum, Stainless, and Carbon Steel Inventory from a Leading Bay Area Metal Service Center

Reliance Metalcenter is a well-established Bay Area metal supply company offering a wide selection of aluminum, stainless steel, and carbon steel products for industrial use. Operating out of a 165,000-square-foot aluminum and steel service center in Union City, California, we support production, manufacturing, and fabrication operations across northern California, northern Nevada, and throughout international markets.

As a fully engaged metal services company, we support OEMs, fabricators, and manufacturers with reliable access to standard and specialty products. We provide next-day delivery throughout northern California, process and ship material for projects in Mexico, and supply customers across East and Southeast Asia, including Japan, Korea, China, Taiwan, Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, India, and Malaysia.

Flat-Rolled Aluminum Products

Our facility in Union City stocks a wide range of flat-rolled aluminum materials, including both heat-treatable and common alloy grades. These products serve applications in aerospace, electronics, transportation, and fabrication shops requiring consistent performance.

• 6061 T651 aluminum plate: A high-strength, heat-treatable option known for machinability and corrosion resistance
• Aluminum common alloy sheet: General-purpose stock for enclosures, panels, and casings
• Painted aluminum sheet: Pre-finished aluminum used in signage, architectural design, and cabinetry
• Anodized aluminum sheet: Suitable for decorative or corrosion-resistant applications
• Aluminum coil stock in common alloys and tempers
• Thermalized aluminum: relieves stress and coil memory, allowing for better flatness consistency for sheet punching, and lasering, as well as better radius formability

Stainless Steel Coil, Sheet, Plate, and Tubing

Reliance Metalcenter is a dependable stainless steel coil supplier offering flat-rolled stainless steel and structural shapes for industries requiring corrosion resistance and high durability. We carry:

• 304 stainless steel plate, sheet, and coil, available in 2B, #4, and polished finishes
• 316 stainless steel plate, sheet, and coil, selected for added corrosion resistance in marine and chemical environments

Stainless steel coil manufacturers rely on us as distribution partners due to our consistent stocking and processing capabilities.

We also carry a range of stainless steel tubing products:

• 304 stainless steel tubing/round bars
• 316 stainless steel tubing/round bars
• Stainless steel rectangular tubing and square tubing, used in structural and decorative applications

Our stainless inventory supports sectors such as medical device manufacturing, semiconductor production, food equipment, and architectural metalwork. As one of the experienced Bay Area steel suppliers, we match product specifications with traceability and responsive order fulfillment.

Carbon Steel Sheet and Coil

Carbon steel is used widely in structural and fabricated applications. Reliance Metalcenter offers coated carbon steel coil and sheet products for everything from heavy equipment to electronics enclosures. Our carbon steel inventory includes:

• Cold-rolled carbon steel coil and sheet for tight tolerance, smooth finish components
• Galvanized steel coil and sheet for corrosion protection
• Coated carbon steel sheet in multiple gauges
• Hot rolled pickled and oiled steel sheet, also referred to as HRPO steel sheet, for welding and forming

Our Union City team provides fast turnaround on blanking and shearing orders. As a leading carbon steel coil and sheet supplier, we support every order with material certifications and coordinated logistics for customers managing recurring demand.

Aluminum Bar Stock

Reliance Metalcenter is a recognized supplier of aluminum bar stock in a variety of profiles. We maintain a good inventory in aluminum bar formats, including:

6061 Aluminum Bars

• flat aluminum bar stock
• round aluminum bar stock
• square aluminum bar stock
• rectangular aluminum bar stock

These aluminum bar products serve a variety of industries, including metal fabrication, machining, and construction. Reliance Metalcenter can also source stainless and carbon steel bars as needed. A leading steel and aluminum distribution company, Reliance Metalcenter also supports Just-in-Time inventory programs and provides next-day delivery service throughout northern California.

Expanded Metal, Grating, and Specialty Sheet

We also supply a range of expanded metal sheet and metal grating products for structural, safety, and architectural uses. Our inventory includes:

• Flattened metal sheet
• Expanded aluminum
• Expanded stainless steel
• Galvanized expanded metal

These materials are frequently used for catwalks, platforms, fencing, safety covers, and ventilation structures. As a metal services company, we supply these specialty items quickly, backed by technical support and product knowledge.

Serving Local and International Markets

Reliance Metalcenter is a reliable steel and aluminum metal supply company for the Bay Area. We support customers throughout northern California, northern Nevada, and Mexico. From our Union City location, we ship to manufacturing operations across East Asia, including Japan, Korea, China, and Taiwan.

Our team also supports long-term contracts and recurring shipments in Southeast Asia. As a steel and aluminum metal supply company for Southeast Asia, we serve businesses in Vietnam, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, India, and Malaysia. These international customers benefit from coordinated service from our Union City operation and Asia-Pacific facility.

Asia-Pacific Capabilities

Reliance Metalcenter Asia-Pacific, based in West Singapore, was established in 2008 and occupies a 40,000 square foot facility. The operation is certified to AS 9100:2016 and ISO 9001:2015 standards. It supports regional customers with aluminum-focused material distribution and processing.

Capabilities include:

• Aluminum plate cutting up to 24 inches using vertical band saws
• Large format bar production horizontal bands saw cutting up to 20”
• Circular precision saw cutting for aluminum plates up to 12 inches thick
• Custom-cut optimization for improved material yield
• Inventory from aluminum mills in the United States, Europe, and Asia
• JIT support for Tier 1 suppliers and OEMs

The Singapore team serves precision manufacturers across Southeast Asia with reliable sourcing, regional coordination, and fast turnaround.

Why Choose Reliance Metalcenter?

Reliance Metalcenter is part of a leading organization of metal supply companies with more than 300 locations across 41 states and 10 countries. We serve over 125,000 customers globally. Our Union City team provides:

• In-house processing with fast order fulfillment
• ISO 9001:2015 certified quality systems
• DFAR-compliant materials
• Products sourced using DRC conflict-free minerals
• Consistent on-time delivery
• A repeat customer rate over 85 percent

From aluminum plate to carbon steel sheet, we supply metal products that meet your specifications and schedule.

Contact Us Today

Ready to source aluminum, stainless, or carbon steel products from a metal service center that understands your business? Contact Reliance Metalcenter to:

• Get a custom quote
• Check in-stock material
• Request a cut-to-length or blanking service
• Coordinate regional or international shipments

Reliance Metalcenter supports regional and international manufacturers with dependable metal supply and experienced service.