Metal materials are one of the basic necessities and building blocks for designers, architects, and engineers. Metallurgy is a branch of material science that involves the study of the physical and chemical behavior of metallic elements, their mixtures, and inter-metallic components — also known as alloys. NKS is unique in that it has its […]

  There are many different variations of stainless steel on the market, with hundreds of different grades that each have their own unique composition. This can lead to some confusion, especially for those who are unfamiliar with these materials. To make matters worse, there can be a significant difference between two grades that have almost […]

  At NKS, we offer a variety of stainless steel variations, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. Choosing the right material for your 301 and 304 stainless steel slitting needs can make the difference between developing a product that lasts for years, and one that will have frequent failures throughout its lifespan. However, given […]

  High-quality stainless steel and other specialty metals are essential to various products within the US and around the world. In fact, as new materials are developed or existing alloys are upgraded suppliers are asked to slit more and more varieties of stainless steel.  In order to efficiently slit most varieties of stainless steel and […]