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Copper rivets were first added to denim jeans in 1873 after a tailor’s customer kept ripping his pockets. The fix? Reinforce stress points with #copper. Levi Strauss partnered with the tailor—and revolutionized workwear in the process! Sadly today, most rivets are now just decorative copper-plated brass or steel.
May 22
We don’t just sell #1 Copper Chops—we use them. As a foundry that runs its own furnaces, we understand the importance of metallurgical integrity. That’s why our FedMet #copper chops meet the same standards we demand for ourselves: clean, consistent, and engineered for melting, alloying, and casting with minimal downstream issues.
May 21
In 1960, our then nearly 50-year old company needed a new plant. So 65 years ago today, this hand-drawn sketch laid out our future.⠀
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We’ve evolved immensely since, but this location is still our home, where every move forward is shaped by more than a century of experience.⠀
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From the past. For the future.
May 20
It’s Monday! Meet Linda.⠀
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What do you get when you combine endless curiosity with sharp accounting acumen? Linda! She brings precision to every task, all while keeping up with her teammates—and her son’s professional bowling career. She’s got an eye for the numbers and the leaderboard.
May 19
They say you can’t make old friends—and this weekend, we’re celebrating the birthday of one of Federal Metal’s favorites. Dave DelPropost, owner of Advance Bronze and a leader in centrifugally cast bronze, has been a trusted friend and industry partner for years.
Happy birthday, Dave! Hope you get to spend it with family and friends—and maybe a little time on the Harley.
May 16
Kenny Henderson and Nick Vartorella have hit the ground in San Diego, representing Federal Metal at @we_are_rema REMA 2025 this week. Looking forward to top-tier content and restorative networking with our industry peers. If you`re here too, let`s connect!⠀
May 13
It`s Monday! Meet Isaac.⠀
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As a sorter, Isaac is one of the first lines of defense in maintaining the quality of our #metal mix. He brings precision and consistency to a job where small details make a big difference. Hailing from Liberia, we`re proud that Isaac is one of many first-generation Americans making a difference at Federal Metal.
May 12
In Oxfordshire, England, this couple built an avant-garde home entirely clad in #copper, named "Copper Bottom." Beyond its striking appearance, the copper cladding provides durability and solar protection. The eco-friendly design includes photovoltaic panels and air source heat pumps, making the home energy-efficient and inspiring for #sustainable architecture enthusiasts. ⠀
https://bit.ly/437fhVr
May 9
Tough #work? Absolutely.⠀
Worth it? No question.⠀
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If you’re looking for a #job at a place where hard work is respected, teammates have your back, and every day has purpose—this is it. Come join our team at Federal Metal Ohio or FedMet Arkansas.
May 8
Verified across spectrometers. Always #NIST traceable. Measured twice. Poured once.
Your #metal? Spot on.
May 7
