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Copper use in North America began thousands of years before European contact. As early as 6500–4000 BCE, Indigenous peoples of the "Old Copper Complex" in the Great Lakes region cold-hammered native #copper into tools like blades, awls and projectile points.⠀
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They understood how #annealing could prevent cracking—but worked copper without smelting, casting or alloying. This was early, practical metalworking built entirely on native material and process control.
Jan 14
Always something really interesting to see around here. #prettycool⠀
Jan 13
Happy #Friday! Here`s to another week done right.
Jan 9
What does $1,000,000 of #copper look like?⠀
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At today’s prices, if cast as a single cube, it would be roughly 7.5 feet on each side with a total weight of around 125 tons.⠀
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Picture a cube about the size of a small garden shed that weighs as much as a blue whale.⠀
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Small footprint. Immense mass!
Jan 8
Copper is widely used for electrical wiring because it conducts electricity extremely well.⠀
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At the atomic level, what characteristic specifically allows electrons to move so easily through #copper and how does its crystal structure support that movement?⠀
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Bonus: Why does this make copper a better conductor than most other metals used in industry?
Jan 7
Federal Metal welcomed Smithers Quality Assessments on site recently in our ongoing pursuit of continuous improvement and as part of our registration to the ISO 9001 standard.
These periodic outside surveillance audits help us maintain our industry leading quality systems and confirms the discipline, consistency and accountability our team brings to their work every day.
This takes focus and rigor throughout the organization, and is part of what helps us earn the trust and confidence of our customers. The audit resulted in zero non-conformances and is an excellent confirmation of the importance we place every day on quality and reliability!
L: smithers
Jan 6
It’s Monday! Meet Sheldon.⠀
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When one door closes, another opens. That’s been the case for Sheldon, who joined our foundry team in 2023 after a stint at I. Schumann. He brought with him a natural comfort around heat, timing and getting things right the first time. We suspect that instinct started earlier during his culinary education at Cleveland’s legendary Executive Grille at East Tech High School.⠀
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Today, Sheldon puts that same focus to work melting leaded brass for American industry. Off the clock, he’s just as serious in the kitchen, especially when making his infamous chicken casserole for his daughter.⠀
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We’re glad he’s cooking with us!
Jan 5
Make a resolution that pays! Start your career on the Federal Metal Ohio or FedMet Arkansas team. With 115 years of pouring #brass and #bronze, we’re #hiring people ready to build something that lasts. If you’re looking for steady work, skilled craftsmanship and a future in manufacturing, this is your moment.⠀
#NowHiring
Jan 2
Happy New Year! Wishing you nothing but the best in 2026.
Jan 1
As 2025 draws to a close, we’re grateful for your continued support and trust in Federal Metal and FedMet. Here’s to a safe, enjoyable New Year’s Eve and to starting 2026 with the people who matter most!
Dec 31
Did you know?
#Copper easily alloys with other metals. In fact, more than 570 copper alloys are listed with ASTM International and more than 350 of those have been acknowledged by the U.S. EPA as antimicrobial.
Dec 30
