National Presto Industries (NYSE:NPK) is an American diversified manufacturer headquartered in Eau Claire, Wisconsin. The company operates primarily through three business segments—Housewares/Small Appliances, Defense Products, and Safety—which together supply a range of consumer and industrial markets. Founded in 1905, National Presto Industries has built a reputation for durable, user-friendly products marketed under the Presto and National Presto brands.
In its Housewares/Small Appliances segment, National Presto offers a variety of kitchen products designed to simplify home cooking and meal preparation. Key offerings include pressure cookers, deep fryers, electric griddles, coffee makers and vacuum sealers, many of which feature safety interlocks and stainless-steel construction. These items are sold through major retailers, catalog distributors and e-commerce channels across the United States and Canada.
The company’s Defense Products segment manufactures small-caliber ammunition, powder charges and precision metal stampings for domestic and allied military forces. Leveraging long-standing contracts with the U.S. Department of Defense, National Presto produces brass and steel cartridge cases, as well as primer cups and related components. This segment also includes metal fabrication services for defense and industrial customers seeking custom stamping, forming and machining solutions.
National Presto Industries continues to support its operations with manufacturing facilities in Wisconsin and partnering distribution networks across North America and select international markets. The company emphasizes rigorous quality control and safety standards across all products. Through steady reinvestment in production technology and a focus on core competencies, National Presto remains a recognized supplier in both consumer kitchenware and defense supply chains.
