8-K

UNITED STATES

SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington, D.C.  20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT

Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the

Securities Exchange Act of 1934

Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported):   June 24, 2013  (June 21, 2013)

WORTHINGTON INDUSTRIES, INC.

(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter)

Ohio	1-8399	31-1189815
(State or Other Jurisdiction	(Commission	(IRS Employer
of Incorporation)	File Number)	Identification No.)

200 Old Wilson Bridge Road, Columbus, Ohio	43085
(Address of principal executive offices)	(Zip Code)

Registrant’s telephone number, including area code:                   (614) 438-3210

Not Applicable

(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)

Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions:

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Item 2.05 Costs Associated with Exit or Disposal Activities

Worthington Industries, Inc. (the “Company”) announced on June 21, 2013 a plan to consolidate its BernzOmatic hand torch manufacturing operation in Medina, New York into its existing facility in Chilton, Wisconsin.  The consolidation is expected to reduce internal freight expense and maximize available capacity at the Chilton facility where the Company already manufactures BernzOmatic hand torch fuel cylinders.  The closure of the Medina operation is expected to be complete by mid-2014 to ensure an orderly transition.

The Company estimates that the consolidation and closure of the Medina operations will result in one-time restructuring charges in the range of $4.0 million to $5.0 million, primarily due to severance costs, costs to relocate and install equipment, employee relations and training costs, and miscellaneous start-up costs.  Most of these costs are expected to result in future cash payments.  Approximately $2.5 million of these charges related to expected severance costs, are being accrued in the Company’s fourth quarter ended May 31, 2013.

This Current Report on Form 8-K contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (the “Act”).  Statements by the Company, related to expected completion of the consolidation; savings and restructuring charges; capacity utilization; future earnings; and other statements which are not historical information, constitute "forward looking statements" within the meaning of the Act.  All forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ from those projected.  Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include risks described from time to time in the Company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.  For information about the factors that could cause such differences, please refer to the Company’s Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended May 31, 2012.

Item 9.01	Financial Statements and Exhibits.
(a) – (c)	Not applicable.
(d)	Exhibits:
	99.1    News Release issued by Worthington Industries, Inc. on June 21, 2013.

SIGNATURE

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.

	WORTHINGTON INDUSTRIES, INC.
Date:  June 24, 2013
	By:  /s/Dale T. Brinkman
	Dale T. Brinkman, Vice President-Administration,
	General Counsel and Secretary

EX-99.1

Exhibit 99.1

Worthington Announces Consolidation of BernzOmatic Hand Torch Operations

COLUMBUS, OH--(Marketwired - June 21, 2013) - Worthington Industries, Inc. (NYSE: WOR) announced today a plan to consolidate its BernzOmatic hand torch manufacturing operation in Medina, N.Y. into its existing facility in Chilton, Wis. The consolidation is expected to reduce internal freight expense and maximize available capacity at the Chilton facility where the Company already manufactures BernzOmatic hand torch fuel cylinders. The closure of the Medina operation is expected to be complete by mid-2014 to ensure an orderly transition.

"As the transformation efforts continue across our Company, we are committed to identifying cost savings opportunities and increasing efficiencies. The consolidation of these facilities is an outcome of this work," Worthington Industries Chairman and CEO John McConnell said. "Decisions that result in displacing employees are difficult, and are approached respectfully, with financial support and help in finding new employment."

Worthington acquired the Medina, N.Y. operation in July 2011 when the Company purchased the BernzOmatic business from Irwin Tool Company, a subsidiary of Newell Rubbermaid. The facility originally opened in 1969 and currently has 174 employees. Medina employees will have the opportunity to transfer to the Chilton facility. Severance and outplacement services will be provided to employees who will not continue with the Company.

About Worthington Industries


Worthington Industries is a leading diversified metals manufacturing company with 2012 fiscal year sales of $2.5 billion. The Columbus, Ohio based company is North America's premier value-added steel processor and a leader in manufactured pressure cylinders, such as propane, oxygen and helium tanks, hand torches, refrigerant and industrial cylinders, camping cylinders, exploration, recovery and production products for global energy markets; scuba tanks, and compressed natural gas storage cylinders; custom-engineered open and enclosed cabs and operator stations for heavy mobile equipment; steel pallets and racks; and through joint ventures, suspension grid systems for concealed and lay-in panel ceilings, current and past model automotive service stampings, laser welded blanks, and light gauge steel framing for commercial and residential construction. Worthington employs approximately 10,000 people and operates 83 facilities in 11 countries.

Founded in 1955, the Company operates under a long-standing corporate philosophy rooted in the golden rule. Earning money for its shareholders is the first corporate goal. This philosophy serves as an unwavering commitment to the customer, supplier, and shareholder, and it serves as the Company's foundation for one of the strongest employee-employer partnerships in American industry.

Safe Harbor Statement


The company wishes to take advantage of the Safe Harbor provisions included in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 ("the Act"). Statements by the company which are not historical information constitute "forward looking statements" within the meaning of the Act. All forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties which could cause actual results to differ from those projected. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include risks described from time to time in the company's filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.

CONTACTS:

Cathy M. Lyttle

VP, Corporate Communications and Investor Relations

Phone: (614) 438-3077

E-mail: Cathy.Lyttle@WorthingtonIndustries.com


Sonya L. Higginbotham

Director, Corporate Communications

Phone: (614) 438-7391

E-mail: Sonya.Higginbotham@WorthingtonIndustries.com