Russel Metals Inc. (TSX: RUS) has closed the acquisition of seven service centers from Samuel, Son & Co., The acquired centers are located in Western Canada and the Northeast U.S. John Reid, President and CEO, welcomed Samuel employees to the Russel family, noting their close collaboration for an orderly transition. Russel Metals is one of North America's largest metals distribution companies, with a growing focus on value-added processing. The company operates in three segments: metals service centers, energy products, and steel distributors. Its network offers an extensive line of metal products in various sizes, shapes, and specifications, including carbon steel, pipe and tubular products, stainless steel, aluminum, and other non-ferrous specialty metals.