Alaska Marine Project: Steel Piles Meet Nature's Double Rainbow
Over 2,600 tons of coated steel piles delivered for an Alaska marine infrastructure project, protecting local ecosystems while supporting long-term resilience in partnership with Turnagain Marine.
Date:
December 2, 2025
Our high-quality steel always makes our clients smile, but in the midst of Alaska, the entire crew stood amazed at not only our resilient steel piles, but the double rainbow that streamed over the sky. These extraordinary photos reflect the nexus of modern steel solutions and nature. Our steel piles will help support and protect the integrity of the surrounding area and the thriving ecosystems for generations to come.
Thank you, Turnagain Marine, for your partnership and collaboration.
About the Products:
Bulkhead: 67 of 42-inch OD x 0.750-inch wall x 85-foot lengths Pipe to Pipe Combination wall totaling 1,100 tons, fully coated and delivered turnkey by JDF-HDM (including pipe manufacturing, connector installation, and coating)
Fix Dock Piles: 111 coated pipe piles: 18-inch to 42-inch OD with wall ranging from 0.750-inch to 1.00-inch, lengths from 110 to 150 feet, totaling 1,587 tons, delivered turnkey by JDF-HDM (including pipe manufacturing and coating)
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