FAQs
All Your Questions Answered
Welcome to our FAQ page
We understand that when it comes to purchasing precision strip and wire, you may have various questions about the materials, processing capabilities, and our company. That’s why we have compiled this comprehensive FAQ section to address the most common queries and provide you with the information you need. Please explore the categories and questions below to find the answers you need.
If you cannot find the information you need, please feel free to contact us directly, and our knowledgeable team will be glad to assist you.
About the Knight Group
Who are the Knight Group?
The Knight Group is the leading supplier and processor of precision strip and wire, dedicated to offering high-quality products and services to our customers. With over 80 years of experience, we are committed to excellence and innovation in the precision metals supply chain.
The Knight Group operates through its dedicated divisions, including:
Knight Strip Metals Ltd – supplying precision strip products and processing solutions.
Knight Precision Wire Ltd – supplying precision wire products and processing solutions.
Precision Metals EU – our dedicated export division, supplying precision strip and wire products and processing solutions to Europe and the rest of the world.
To learn more about the Knight Group, we recommend you visit our About Us page.
Where is the Knight Group Located?
Our head office is located in Potters Bar in the UK. We have additional offices and production sites in both the UK and Belgium.
For more detailed information, please visit our Locations page or contact us via our Contact Us page.
How can I get in touch with the Knight Group?
Please use our Contact Us page to send us an enquiry.
However, if you would prefer to contact us over the telephone:
Head Office: +44 (0)1707 650251
Knight Strip Metals Ltd Sales – +44 (0)121 322 8400
Knight Precision Wire Ltd Sales – +44 (0)1707 645261
Precision Metals EU Sales – +32 (0)15 44 89 89
What are your VAT and company numbers for each division?
Knight Group Ltd – Company number: 11698906, VAT Number
Knight Strip Metals Ltd – Company number: 00382978, VAT Number: GB780362135
Knight Precision Wire Ltd – Company number: 04549481, VAT Number: GB806386911
Precision Metals EU – Company number and VAT number: BE 0534.825.336
Material Grades
What material grades do you sell?
Our range of alloys includes: Stainless Steel, Nickel Alloys, Aluminium Alloys and Clad Aluminium, Titanium Alloys, Copper Alloys, Brass, Phosphor Bronze, High and Low Carbon Steels, Clad Metals and Plated Metals.
For a complete list of material grades we can supply, visit our Browse all materials page.
If you cannot see the alloy grade you are looking for listed, contact our team for further assistance.
We supply foils, coil, sheet and wire and can process all materials to your specification.
Do you have all metal grades in stock?
We keep over 5000 line items of coil, sheet and wire products in stock and maintain a standard stock range of our most popular items.
We have established partnerships with mills worldwide and can often obtain non-standard stock items in time to meet the most demanding production schedules. Please contact one of our sales team if you would like to know how quickly we can obtain a non-stock item.
I cannot find the material I need on your website, can you get other grades?
We have an established supply chain worldwide and can source most materials. If you need a particular product, but cannot locate it on our website, please contact our sales team for further assistance.
How can I buy Elgiloy materials in the UK?
We are exclusive suppliers of Eligloy strip products in the UK. For all order enquiries relating to Elgiloy materials, please get in touch with the Knight Strip Metals Ltd team on:
Email: strip.sales@knight-group.co.uk
Tel: +44 (0)121 322 8400
Quality
Are you an Aerospace Approved Supplier?
Yes, we hold a number of approvals, including BS EN 9120 and a comprehensive range of Aerospace Customer Approvals. including:
- BAE Systems
- Rolls Royce
- Airbus UK
- UTC Aerospace Systems: HS Marston Aerospace
- Spirit Aero
- Hawker Beechcraft
- Westland Helicopters
- Leonardo Helicopters
- SAFRAN
- Meggitt
You can view and download current copies of our approvals here.
Are you an approved supplier for Railways?
Knight Precision Wire Ltd is a key manufacturer and supplier of electrical overhead line conductors (OHCL), return screened conductors (RSC), and earth bonding conductors supplied under our Rowan Cable Products brand name.
We are an accredited supplier on the RISQS database of approved Railway industry suppliers. To view or download our latest certificate, please click here.
Our Rail company approvals include:
- Network Rail
- Eurostar
- Metronet Rail
Please contact our sales team for further information.
Are you and approved supplier for Utilities?
Knight Precision Wire Ltd is a key supplier to the utilities sector, with a range of dedicated products produced under our Rowan Cables brand.
As a certified utilities supplier, we are listed in the Achilles UVDB database. Please click here to view or download the latest copy of our certificate.
Can you provide a Certificate of Origin?
Certificates of origin are available by request at the point of initial enquiry. Requests made after this time may incur additional costs.
Strip Products
What forms can you supply material in?
We supply an extensive range of alloys available in foil, coil, and sheet form, each of which can be processed to your specifications.
To suit individual requirements, your material can be supplied as:
- Pancake Coils
- Traverse Wound Spools
- Flat Blanks and Sheets
- Cut to Length
To learn more, contact our dedicated precision strip sales team using our contact form, by telephone at +44 (0)121 322 8400 or strip.sales@knight-group.co.uk
What coil wIdths do you offer?
Our standard range is 1.0 mm up to 1000 mm, however, we are able to supply most coil widths, owing to our close partnerships and established reputation with mills across the globe.
What coil thicknesses can you offer?
Our standard range is from 0.010 mm up to 3 mm, however, we are able to supply most coil widths, owing to our close partnerships and established reputation with mills across the globe.
If you require a thickness outside of this range, please contact our sales team for further assistance.
Wire Products
What types of wire do you supply?
We offer a comprehensive range of wire products suitable for applications across a number of sectors. Please use the links below to learn more about our wire offering:
Electrical Resistance Wire and Tapes
Electrical Conductor Cables and Overhead Conductors
Braid Conductors and Assemblies
What wire gauges are available?
Our general wire range is detailed below but may vary depending on the material grade chosen. For further information, please use our contact form or contact our dedicated wire sales team by Telephone: +44 (0)1707 645261 or at wire.sales@knight-group.co.uk.
Round Wire:
0.15mm to 6mm (0.0059″ – 0.236″)
Flat Wire:
Widths from 0.25mm to 6.0mm (0.0098″- 0.236″)
Thickness from 0.08mm to 2.60mm (0.0031″ – 0.1024″)
Shaped Wire:
Soft Materials up 4mm² (0.157″²)
Hard Materials up to 3mm² (0.118″²)
Custom Shapes by request
Processing Capability
What precision strip processing services do you offer?
Our impressive strip processing range includes:
Please click on the links to learn more.
To arrange a quote, you can use our contact form, email us strip.sales@knight-group.co.uk or telephone: +44 (0)121 322 8400
What precision wire processing services do you offer?
Our impressive strip processing range includes:
- Cut to Length
- Stranding & Bunching
- Braiding & Overbraiding
- Polishing & Cleaning
- Rewinding & Special Forms
Please click on the links to learn more.
To arrange a quote, you can use our contact form, email us wire.sales@knight-group.co.uk or telephone: +44 (0)1707 645261
Do you process material not purchased from you? (Customer Own Material / TOLL Processing)
The Knight Group is one of the largest independent processors of precision material in Europe. We have extensive processing capability for both precision strip and precision wire and can offer you high-quality processing and fast turnaround times using your own material.
To get a quote for processing only, you can use our contact form or alternatively use the below contacts.
Precision strip processing enquiries:
Telephone: +44 (0)121 322 8400
strip.sales@knight-group.co.uk
Please note we can only process material that falls within the following ranges
Thicknesses – 0.013mm to 6.6mm (0.005” to 0.256”)
Widths – 0.64mm to 1100mm (.025” to 43”)
Precision wire processing enquiries:
Packaging
What type packaging do you offer?
It is important to us that your material arrives to you safely and in the condition you would expect. We offer bespoke packaging using a comprehensive range of materials to ensure your product arrives ready to use.
Our wood packaging material (WPM) complies with international standards, ISPM15, and we are certified by the Forestry Commission.
Is your wood packaging material (WPM) compliant with SPM15?
Our wood packaging material (WPM) complies with international standards, ISPM15, and we are certified by the Forestry Commission. You can request the latest copy of our certificate by contacting a member of our sales team on either strip.sales@knight-group.co.uk or wire.sales@knight-group.co.uk.
Can you provide non-branded packaging?
Our high-quality bespoke packaging comes branded as standard. Non-branded packaging is available for most wire products and tool wrap. However, this is by request only and must be requested before order placement.
For further details, contact a member of our sales team at strip.sales@knight-group.co.uk or wire.sales@knight-group.co.uk.
Delivery and Collection
Can I collect my good directly from you?
For some of our customers, collecting their materials is the ideal solution.
Coil, Foil and Sheet
Coil, Sheet and Foil products can be collected from our production facility in Saltley, Birmingham, UK.
You do not have to book a collection time in advance when collecting strip products.
Collection is available Monday-Friday, from 7.30 am – 1 pm and 1.30 pm-3.30 pm, excluding UK closure dates.
Please see here for details of planned closures.
Wire Products
Wire products can be collected from our Potters Bar site in Hertfordshire, UK. Collection can be arranged Monday-Friday
For all wire products, a collection time slot must be booked in advance with one of our dedicated sales team members.
To book collection of your wire products, please contact the wire sales team at +44 (0)1707 645261 or wire.sales@knight-group.co.uk
How do I arrange collection from you?
Coil, Foil and Sheet
Coil, Sheet and Foil products can be collected from our production facility in Saltley, Birmingham, UK.
You do not have to book a collection time in advance when collecting strip products.
Collection is available Monday-Friday, from 7.30 am – 1 pm and 1.30 pm-3.30 pm, excluding UK closure dates.
Please see here for details of planned closures.
Wire Products
Wire products can be collected from our Potters Bar site in Hertfordshire, UK. Collection can be arranged Monday-Friday
A collection time slot must be booked in advance with one of our dedicated sales team.
To book a timeslot to collect your wire products, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the wire sales team at +44 (0)1707 645261 or wire.sales@knight-group.co.uk
All data is provided for informational purposes only. In no event will the Knight Group and its subsidiaries, be liable for in respect of any action taken by any third party arising from using the information taken from our online or printed sources. Chemical and Mechanical Properties should not be construed as maximum or minimum values for specifications, nor should information be used to assess suitability for a particular use or application. The information and data provided is deemed to be accurate to the best of our knowledge and may be revised anytime without notice and assume no duty to update