CNC Machinery 101: What Is a Press Brake?
When it comes to bending sheet and plate metal, there’s no machine quite like the press brake…. but what exactly is a press brake and how does it work? […]
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Our Madhouse Meets THE Madhouse: Inside Our Relationship With Bowman Gray Stadium
As NASCAR’s longest-running weekly race track, Winston-Salem’s Bowman Gray Stadium (a.k.a. the “Madhouse”) is one of stock car racing’s most legendary venues. […]
Give Your Clients What They Need To “Read the Room” With Wayfinding
Where am I? How did I get here? Am I getting closer to where I need to be? All of these questions can be answered by wayfinding. […]
CNC Machinery 101: What Is a Waterjet?
Since it’s almost been a year since we expanded our fabrication department by purchasing our OMAX Maxiem 1530 waterjet, we figured it was about time for a formal introduction. So, without further ado… […]
Simplicity Is Key: How a Water Cooler Became the Duke’s Mayo Bowl MVP
If you know me on a personal level, then you know that I’m a minimalist at heart and that whenever I’m at the helm of designing something new I take a “less, but better” approach. […]
The Welcome Family Unit: How JKS Helped Think-PLC Manufacture a Dynamic Fold Positioner
While we returned our graphics department back to Liberty Street in Winston-Salem earlier this year, our large-scale fabrication remains just a short drive down southbound HWY 52 in Welcome, North Carolina. Not long after our move, Think-PLC, an automation consulting business for high-value control systems, was one of two companies to set up shop in […]
Vehicle Graphics and JKS Go Way Back
As the demand for delivery-based services continues to grow, as does the need for marketing signage that will effectively advertise your company and brand while you’re on the go. That’s where JKS Incorporated comes in. Founded in 1983, we got our start in spot graphics and vehicle wraps—it’s in our DNA. But, today’s process looks […]
Meet Adam – Creator, Doer, Racing Fan
My path to working at JKS Incorporated was a bit unconventional. I grew up about five minutes down the road from the current office and production space. When I was younger, I was immersed in the world of professional car racing and NASCAR—due in part to my grandparents who loved spending time at the track […]
Jerry Has Had A Change Of Heart
Our dear friend and creative services director, Jerry Long, has had quite a year. Today — one heart attack, one open-heart, triple-bypass surgery, and months of recovery later — we’re happy to report that Jerry’s journey in 2019 has led to many changes for the better, for him and for JKS. […]
I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream For A Big Screen
Let’s say you’re at an event. When you look out over the crowd, what are you likely to see? A lot of people these days ignore their surroundings, looking down at the little screens they have in their hands instead. One of the big challenges we face is creating experiences that are fun and interesting […]