BZI® Celebrates Landmark 2024 Achievements a premier steel and construction company known for its groundbreaking contributions to the industry, marked 2024 as a banner year. With exceptional achievements in production, customer acquisition, and industry recognition, the company reinforced its position as a leader in innovative construction solutions. Expanding operations into new sectors such as data centers, battery and microchip manufacturing, electric vehicles, and food and beverage facilities, BZI continues to redefine the boundaries of steel and construction industries.
The company also celebrated its outstanding safety record, maintaining an Experience Modification Rate (EMR) of 0.48, far surpassing industry standards. This milestone, among others, was highlighted during BZI’s annual “Connect Conference,” held earlier this month in St. George, Utah. The event brought together team members, partners, and customers to celebrate achievements and outline future advancements.
“Our culture of ‘Teamwork, Innovation, and Action,’ built on trust, respect, and integrity, drives our success,” said James Barlow, CEO of BZI Achievements. “These accomplishments reflect the commitment, ethics, and hard work of our team. As we look forward to 2025, we are excited to share even more groundbreaking advancements and industry innovations.”
Industry Praise for BZI’s Achievements
BZI’s growth and impact have not gone unnoticed. Industry partners lauded the company’s performance and the value it adds to complex construction projects.
“As a vendor partner, we have been astonished by BZI’s rapid growth,” said Joe Calsada of Nucor Insulated Panel Group, who attended the Connect Conference. “Their innovative approach to steel erection is transforming the construction industry, especially in managing the complexities and costs of large-scale facilities. BZI’s methods save time and budgets, delivering immense value to project owners.”
Calsada added, “We’ve benefited from BZI’s Achievements unique and innovative practices on numerous projects, and we’re eager to continue this partnership.”
Key Achievement and Milestones in 2024
BZI’s operational excellence was evident in its performance across various divisions:
- Field Operations – Steel Erection:
- 83,036 tons of steel erected
- 19,281,899 square feet of erected steel
- 43 projects completed
- Field Operations – Walls:
- 1,414 concrete panels/walls installed
- 543,130 square feet of insulated metal panels (IMP) installed
- SteelTech Academy:
- 3,443 certifications issued
- 32,583 student contact hours
- Innovatech® LLC:
- Launch of Beam Champ® 30 and Trackzilla
- BZI Innovation Park:
- Recognition for the Nautilus One building
- Named Inc.’s Best in Business 2024 for Construction
- RailSync, LLC:
- 236 railcars delivered
- 20,496 tons of materials handled
BZI also welcomed 217 new employees in 2024, achieving an impressive 97% team member retention rate. Safety remained a cornerstone of its operations, with a Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) of 2.37, further underscoring the company’s commitment to workplace safety.
Awards and Recognitions
BZI’s Achievements to excellence earned numerous accolades in 2024:
- Inc. Best in Business 2024 for Construction: BZI Innovation Park
- USA Today’s Top Workplaces: Recognized for the second consecutive year
- Utah Business Fast 50: Ranked #12
- Salt Lake Tribune Top Workplaces: #5 ranking in 2024, awarded for two consecutive years
- One Utah Summit “Rural Rockstar” Award: Presented by Utah Governor Spencer Cox
- Best Employer: Cedar City Chamber
- Cedar City Best CEO 2024: James Barlow
- Trade Partner in Safety Excellence: Awarded by Layton Construction
About BZI
Headquartered in Kanarraville, Utah, BZI Achievements operates through three primary divisions:
- Building Zone Industries, LLC: Specializing in steel erection.
- BZI Steel, LLC: Focused on steel fabrication.
- Innovatech®, LLC: Designing and manufacturing cutting-edge construction equipment to enhance efficiency and safety.
A cornerstone of BZI’s success is SteelTech Academy™, a premier vocational training center that provides certifications in OSHA compliance, equipment operation, fall protection, and industry-specific welding. Since its inception in 2021, the academy has issued thousands of certifications, consistently logging over 10,000 student contact hours annually.
BZI’s dedication to innovation and safety has earned it prestigious recognition, including the Erector Award of Honor from the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC). The company continues to set new benchmarks for performance in both affordable and complex construction projects across the United States.
