Stainless Steel Sheet Metal in Chicago, IL
Commercial Stainless Sheet Metal
Stainless steel sheet metal is a durable, versatile building material naturally resistant to heat, oxidation, corrosion, and stains. Stainless steel sheets can be used in a variety of building applications, and they are valued for being cost-effective and practical. At NSS Exteriors, we are architectural sheet metal specialists, offering the highest quality sheet metal to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. We guarantee you will find sheet metal solutions that meet your project needs, budget, and specifications. Our commercial and residential sheet metal can be used for a variety of applications and building purposes, including flooring, structural supports, base plates, and brackets. Call us to request information about our sheet selection in Chicago, IL, and surrounding areas.
Types of Stainless Steel Sheet
We supply a wide variety of different types of stainless steel sheet metal and plate. Our stainless steel sheet is available finished and polished or standard. All of our metal and stainless steel sheets are highly resistant to corrosion and are ideal for industrial and commercial environments.
- Austenitic – This is the most common and widely-used type of stainless steel sheet metal. It has a nickel content of at least 7%, cannot be hardened by heat, and is very flexible and versatile. It is often used for housewares, appliances, industrial piping, vessels, and construction and architectural facades.
- Ferritic – Ferritic stainless steel offers enhanced resistance to corrosion and is often used for the manufacturing of washing machines, broilers, and indoor architectural elements.
- Martensitic – This type of stainless steel is known for its durability, strength, and hardness. It is typically used in the manufacturing of knives and turbine blades.
- Duplex – Duplex stainless steel sheet is austenitic and ferritic. It is often used in piping and chemical processing plants. It typically consists of up to 25% chrome and 5% nickel and usually also contains nitrogen and moly.
- Precipitation Hardening – This type of stainless steel is an alloy of chrome and nickel and also contains some level of aluminum, copper, or titanium. This allows it to harden through an aging heat treatment.
Benefits of Stainless Steel Sheet
Stainless steel is a steel alloy with a minimum of 10.5%-11% chromium. It is a universal name for a variety of different types of steel that are anti-corrosive, hygienic, and durable. The biggest benefits are:
- Lasts longer than other metals and building materials
- Anti-corrosive, heat-resistant, and hygienic
- Eco-friendly and recyclable
- Low maintenance
- Cost-effective
- Can be used for a wide variety of applications
- Easy to fabricate and can be tailored to unique specifications and applications
Our Metal & Stainless-Steel Sheet Services
We supply stainless steel sheet metal to a variety of industries, including food and beverage processing, auto body shops, pharmaceutical, architectural and construction, chemical processing, water treatment, power generation, transportation, and commercial and industrial environments that work with harsh chemicals and high heat. Our high-quality stainless steel sheets are available in standard specifications or custom measurements from 3/16-6” and 10-26 Ga and are available in matte, brushed, and mirror finish. You can also choose different grades for your stainless steel:
- 303
- 304
- 310
- 316
- 317
- 321
- 347
- 410
- 416
- 630
- 17-4 pH
- 15-5 pH
- 904L
- 2205
- 2507
- Alloy 20
- Nickel 200
- Nickel 201
- Alloy 400
- Alloy 625
- Alloy 800
- Alloy 825
- Alloy C-276
Why Choose NSS Exteriors
When you partner with our team at NSS Exteriors, you are getting the support and guidance of experts who have been in the industry for over 56 years. We are fully licensed, bonded, and insured, and each member of our team is highly skilled and trained. All of our installers have undergone a thorough background check, and we don't work with subcontractors. Our team is trained in-house and adheres to all federal, local, and industry standards and regulations. We welcome visitors to our commercial building, and we're happy to answer any questions so you have complete confidence in our abilities. We provide our services year-round and stand by our work because we ensure it's done right the first time. Our residential, industrial, and commercial building and architectural solutions are highly customizable and flexible, and we’ll help you find the right option for your timeline, budget, and goals.
Call NSS Exteriors for an Estimate
Call us today to learn more about our stainless steel sheet services in Chicago, IL. Contact us online to request an estimate, or stop by our commercial office to meet our team and explore our products. We specialize in a wide range of commercial, industrial, and residential services, including skylights, sheet metal fabrication, metal siding, gutters and flashings, and awning and canopy systems.
