2026 HSS SUMMIT
November 10-12
Huntsville, AL
The Steel Tube Institute’s 2026 HSS Summit brings together fabricators, service centers, and engineers for a focused, high-impact industry experience. Through expert-led sessions and collaborative roundtable discussions, attendees will explore the latest opportunities, challenges, and innovations in Hollow Structural Sections (HSS).
Join us November 10–12, 2026, in Huntsville, Alabama.
This exclusive 2.5-day summit will bring together 150 key decision-makers and technical leaders across the construction industry, creating a collaborative environment to share insights, strengthen partnerships, and advance best practices in HSS design, fabrication, and application.
Industry Tours
Guided tours of the Nucor Steel Decatur hot roll mill and Nucor Tubular Products on November 10. See how HSS is made and connect design to real-world production. Limited availability.
Session Highlights
Across 1.5 days on November 11–12, dive into focused sessions and discussions designed to keep you informed, connected, and ahead of industry trends.
- Continuing Education: Sessions in development include HSS in data centers, NASA Mobile Launcher 2 case study, AI in the HSS industry, Steel Market Outlook and Design Guide 24 updates. Eligible for PDH credits.
- Collaborative Sessions: The returning HSS Detail-Off and other interactive formats put engineers, fabricators, service centers, and mills in direct conversation — a defining feature of the Summit and a format rare among industry conferences.
- To see the span of topics covered from the 2025 Summit, view last year’s session agenda here.
Reception & Dinner
Build connections beyond the sessions at the reception and dinner on November 11 at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center, a Smithsonian Affiliate. This dedicated evening brings attendees together in an unforgettable setting designed for conversation and relationship-building.
Cocktail Reception: Gather in the Main Exhibit Area, where historic space capsules, interactive exhibits, and spaceflight simulators create a one-of-a-kind atmosphere. Explore hands-on displays while networking among iconic artifacts of American spaceflight.
Dinner: Continue the evening in Saturn V Hall, dining beneath an authentic Saturn V Apollo moon rocket — a National Historic Landmark and one of only three in the world — surrounded by artifacts that highlight one of humanity’s greatest achievements.
Summit Registration
- Access to all general and concurrent sessions.
- Participants can earn Continuing Education (PDHs).
- Includes all meals and coffee breaks.
- Attend the cocktail reception in the Main Exhibition Hall and dinner at the Saturn V Hall all U.S. Space & Rocket Center.
- Secure your spot early with limited-time Summit Launch Registration pricing available until June 30 (a $200 savings).
- Registration: $200
- Registration + Dinner: $250
- Tour Registration: select with registration (limited availability)
Professional Members receive a 20% discount. Log in to your account to have the discount automatically applied.
Hotel Details
ROOM BLOCK
HUNTSVILLE MARRIOTT
Huntsville, AL 35805
Hotel Amenities
– Fitness center
– Business center
SUMMIT REGISTRATION REFUND POLICY
STI will offer full refunds (less a $25 processing fee) for cancellations made up until Tuesday, September 22, 2026. After September 22, no refunds will be issued. STI will, however, gladly transfer your registration to someone else.
QUESTIONS?
Email: hssinfo@steeltubeinstitute.org