Arcos: experience, innovation and control in every knife, for professionals who demand more
Being a professional today requires more than choosing a knife based on looks or price. It needs to be durable, comply with all regulations, and offer something new where details make all the difference: hygiene, durability, ergonomics, traceability. Arcos, founded in 1745 and with a global presence, addresses precisely what businesses and teams that rely on its cutting tools every day are looking for.
History, roots and international recognition
Arcos is not only the first Spanish cutlery company with a multinational reach: it has successfully combined the artisanal know-how of Albacete with large-scale production and applied innovation. Nearly three hundred years of research and continuous improvement support a catalog dedicated to professionals, where tradition and industrial rigor coexist to offer 60,000 knives manufactured every day, under strict standards of quality and social sustainability (with the integration of specialized workshops).
Materials designed to last and adapt to every environment
Arcos doesn’t improvise when it comes to steel: it chooses formulas that balance hardness, corrosion resistance, and cutting ability. Its proprietary Nitrum® steel—enriched with nitrogen—multiplies edge durability and respects the environment, using atmospheric nitrogen in the process without negative impacts on air, water, or soil.
For handles, the company uses technical plastics (POM, PP, ABS, nylon, rubber), natural and compressed woods, prioritizing ergonomics and resistance to acids, bases, extreme temperatures, and impacts, as well as maximum food hygiene.
Unique and certified manufacturing processes
Forging and Cutting: Arcos forged knives are always solid, without welds or gaps, avoiding common problems such as breakage, rust, or hygiene issues. The choice between forging and stamping allows you to tailor the blade type to each professional need.
High-Precision Heat Treatments: Hardening and tempering in a controlled atmosphere guarantee maximum hardness and resistance, for a long-lasting edge that won’t become brittle or deform under heavy use.
Machining, Polishing, and Finishing: Each knife is custom machined and polished (matte for professionals, mirror finish for tabletop use), ensuring balance and aesthetics, as well as protection against rust and enhanced hygiene.
Direct Injection and Monoblock: A perfect union between handle and blade, without gaps where dirt can accumulate or the risk of loosening. This translates into greater safety and stability for teams using the real thing, and makes it easier to pass inspections and audits.
Ergonomics and professional experience above all
The design adapts to each use and user: the ergonomics are designed to prevent injuries and fatigue, simulating a natural extension of the hand. In series like Colour Prof, each handle combines polypropylene (hard, resistant) and rubber (soft, with a firm grip), allowing for long days without discomfort, and adapting the color of the cap to each type of food, which helps to separate processes and improve food traceability.
Traceability and control: real guarantees of food safety
All knives feature a traceability system printed on the blade, with codes that allow tracking the month and year of manufacture, the origin of raw materials, and ensure continuous improvement.
Health certifications (RGSA, NSF, Foodcontact, ISO 9001:2008) and HACCP compliance in the food industry guarantee that each product can be used safely and provides direct value to purchasing, quality, and production departments.
Proven quality, guarantee and real value for the professional
Each Arcos knife undergoes strict inspections and documented laboratory tests that go far beyond regulatory requirements.
Parameters such as corrosion resistance, hardness, edge angle, and cutting power are objectively measured in accordance with international standard ISO 8442-1 – and results for models made from Nitrum® stainless steel exceed minimum requirements by more than 70% in initial cutting performance and over 200% in edge durability, while also surpassing standard hardness by more than 3 HRc.
In practice, this translates into safer, more hygienic working environments thanks to total product quality and verified performance in every production batch. The sharpening and maintenance design are conceived to extend the knife’s service life, avoid unnecessary replacements, and reduce both cost and downtime in professional settings.
In addition, Arcos offers a 10-year guarantee against any manufacturing or material defects, providing support and confidence to demanding clients—whether restaurateurs, food industry professionals, or specialized retail buyers.
Choosing Arcos means choosing certainty:
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Savings through longer durability and lower maintenance.
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Technology that adds value, from Nitrum® steel to the CATRA laboratory test.
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Range flexibility and adaptability to find the perfect tool for each professional use.
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Strong sales arguments and a reinforced reputation for the retail and industrial sectors.
Every stage of the process—from design to traceability, and from international to national certifications—is conceived to provide peace of mind, reliability, and added value to those who depend on tools that cannot fail. Arcos is not just cutlery: it is commitment, innovation, and the backing of nearly 300 years of craftsmanship and continuous improvement.
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