Kowalski Heat Treating Expands Salt-to-Salt Capacity and Packaging Services for Knife, FFL Firearm and Specialty Tool Manufacturers

More tooling. More racks. More capacity for your pesky “PIA Jobs.”

Kowalski Heat Treating (KHT) has expanded its salt-to-salt processing , tooling and packaging operations to meet increasing demand from knife, firearm, and precision parts manufacturers. The investment adds new custom tooling and rack capacity, improving throughput, quality control, and cost efficiency across high-volume and specialty runs alike.

“For our customers, that means more consistent results, higher batch cost savings and shorter lead times,” said Steve Kowalski, President of KHT. “Our expanded salt-to-salt line and packaging services help manufacturers keep parts moving through production - finished right, packed right, and ready to assemble or ship. When you need it”

Increased Processing Capacity

KHT’s expanded K-Salt Division now supports larger and more complex rack loads for blades, barrels, slides, and other high-tolerance parts. The process provides:

• Superior microstructure with minimal distortion
• Scale-free, oxidation-free surfaces
• Consistent, repeatable results that reduce rework and scrap

Improved Surface Prep and Handling

Every part receives close-tolerance attention from KHT’s experienced technicians. The company’s upgraded finishing and surface prep ensure oxidation-free results that improve downstream operations – reducing especially polishing, coating, and assembly.

Custom Packaging and Drop Shipping

KHT’s dedicated packaging team provides custom sorting, labeling, and protective packaging options, including direct drop-shipping to the customer’s next-stage facility or end user. This eliminates double handling, reduces damage risk, and saves time in assembly workflows.

Experience That Solves Your Tough “PIA Jobs!”

For over 50 years, KHT has built its reputation by solving the industry’s toughest “PIA (Pain in the @%$) Jobs.” From small-batch knives to precision firearm components and industrial tooling, KHT’s thermal processes and hands-on service help manufacturers maintain quality and delivery standards in competitive markets.

Manufacturers looking to expand capacity or offload difficult heat-treating jobs can contact Peggy Andrews at 216-631-4411 or pandrews@khtheat.com to discuss part types, volume, and packaging needs.

Kowalski Heat Treating, based in Cleveland, Ohio, is celebrating 50 years of thermal processing innovation. The company provides a full range of heat-treating solutions — including vacuum hardening, rack salt-to-salt austempering/marquenching, deep cryogenics, and precision flatwork — to deliver parts that perform.

CONTACT:

Mr. Steve Kowalski

President

Kowalski Heat Treating

skowalski@khtheat.com

1-888-KHT-HEAT