Why Bluegill

A New Benchmark for Home Organization

Our family has worked with steel for over 80 years, shaping it into hardworking solutions for demanding industries. We launched Bluegill because we saw the organization market settling for “good enough,” and we knew we could raise the bar.

The result is Bluegill, a premium organization system for homeowners who value both form and function. Its clean, sophisticated look and durable performance make it possible to transform cluttered workshops and garages into calm, beautiful spaces in your home.

Our Standard

Made Right, in the USA

Our commitment to American craftsmanship is what sets Bluegill apart. We bring our engineering expertise and our appreciation for solutions that look good and feel good to every detail.

Heavy-Gauge Steel

We start with premium, heavy-gauge steel that's usually reserved for commercial applications. Its structural integrity allows our products to hold significantly more weight and ensures long-lasting durability.

Precision Fabrication

Every panel and accessory is manufactured in the USA using laser cutting and robotic welding. This delivers the superior quality control and exceptional fit required to set a new standard in the industry.

Sophisticated Finish

Our signature powder coat is not just durable—it provides the clean, continuous look that can transform a workshop or garage wall into an upscale backdrop, embodying our modern aesthetic.

We engineer premium organization systems with American-made quality and uncompromising design, so you can confidently move from chaos to calm.

A Legacy Forged in Steel

The Bluegill Story

The Foundation

Built on a Handshake

Our story doesn't begin with a product, but with a promise. In the 1940s, Nelson Ryzenga launched a small welding shop, focusing on repair work for local farmers. They came to him with broken parts and left with solutions, because Nelson didn't just fix steel—he forged a reputation built on honesty, fairness, and an old-fashioned work ethic. Before long, the business outgrew Nelson's garage, marking the start of Nelson Steel Products, Inc.'s commitment to solving real problems for hardworking people.

Mastering Precision

From Local Shop to National Standard

In 1968, we secured a contract to supply trailer frames for the U.S. Army. This job demanded rigorous quality and significant investment in new plants. It accelerated our shift into large-scale, high-precision fabrication. For decades, we've continued to master evolving techniques like robotic welding and laser cutting, becoming a single source for world-class steel solutions.

The Benchmark

American Expertise Meets Home Design

Bluegill is proud to build upon that history. Launched in 2025, it leverages eight decades of steel expertise and American-made craftsmanship to solve a challenge for the modern home. Like everything in our history, the Bluegill organization system is heavy-duty, flawless, and built for the demands of everyday use.

Built for a Lifetime

At Bluegill, we don’t compromise on quality, aesthetics, or performance. We believe that everyone deserves professional-grade organization that’s engineered to last.

Sophisticated Aesthetics

We knew there had to be a better answer than basic, exposed pegboards. Our steel slatwall elevates organization into a design feature. It creates a clean, continuous backdrop with a bold, modern look that transforms cluttered spaces into upscale environments that integrate with your home.

Heavy-Duty, Not Hobby-Grade

Premium, heavy-gauge steel, proven engineering methods, and rigorous testing give Bluegill an integrity you can count on. We've raised the bar by building strong, durable components that can hold more weight and stand up to heavy use for decades to come.

Modular, Adaptable, and Intuitive

Your life changes, and your organization system should change with it. Bluegill products are intentionally designed to be easy to reposition vertically and horizontally. This smart, versatile solution evolves effortlessly with your changing interests, equipment, and needs.

American-Made Quality

Bluegill is committed to designing, engineering, and manufacturing every single component right here in the USA. This ensures ethical production, superior quality control, and the flawless fit and finish that set us apart and raise the bar in home organization systems.