THE NJR MADE OF STEEL CHALLENGE
SPARK YOUR CREATIVITY. FORGE YOUR LEGACY.
THIS YEAR, WE'RE RAISING THE BAR. SHOW US YOUR MOST INNOVATIVE, DURABLE,
AND MASTERFULLY CRAFTED PROJECTS, AND PROVE WHAT YOU'RE MADE OF.
CHALLENGE CATEGORIES
Individual Category (The Artisan & DIYer)
For the weekend warriors, backyard creators, and passionate hobbyists.
Whether you’re sparks-flying in your home garage or crafting a passion project on weekends, this category is for the independent creator. If you built it yourself for the sheer love of the craft, this is your arena.
- Who should enter: Hobbyists, home craftsmen, DIY enthusiasts, metal artists, and student fabricators.
- Project types: Custom home furniture, garden art, braais, bakkie canopies, or unique upcycled steel projects.
- What we’re judging: Creativity, resourcefulness, and personal craftsmanship.
Business Category (The Pro & Industry Master)
For the companies, contractors, and specialists who live and breathe steel.
This category is for the commercial powerhouses and registered businesses that work with steel on the regular. Show our community the scale, precision, and heavy-duty expertise your team brings to the industry every single day.
- Who should enter: Structural engineering firms, architectural fabricators, construction contractors, specialized workshops, and commercial craft businesses.
- Project types: Large-scale structural builds, commercial installations, industrial gates/fencing, high-end commercial fit-outs, or specialized machinery.
- What we’re judging: Technical precision, structural complexity, scale, and professional finish.
