We, NIPPON STEEL, since the dawn of the Japanese steel industry, when we started producing Japan's first railroad rails in 1901, and through the nation's reconstruction period after World War II, have been the sole producer of rails and sheet piles in Japan and have contributed to the development of the Japanese economy. Based on our technological advantages and credibility, which were built-up during this process, we pioneered the production and sale of Japan's first rolled wide flanges and, with our half a century of technological innovation, have been responding to a wide variety of customers needs both in Japan and across the globe.

We have also produced and marketed: structural H-shapes with incremental depth and width of 50mm pitch（NSHYPER BEAM^TM, 1989）; structural H-shapes with fire-resistance（NSFR^TM steel, 1990）; and other innovative products that span the history of construction in Japan. Working together with end users, we have also endeavored to spread the use of steel structures in building construction and promoted the use of structural H-shapes as well as developed key technologies in design, fabrication and construction fields.

Not resting on our laurels gained through history and experience, we have determined to lead the new era with pioneer spirits and express the hope that NIPPON STEEL's structural H-shapes will continue to enjoy your company's patronage.