Since opening our doors in Arkansas nearly three years ago, FedMet has grown into a reliable source of high-quality recovered #copper and #aluminum.
Every day, our team transforms post-consumer HVAC-R scrap into valuable raw materials that can be put back to work in manufacturing. It`s a process that conserves resources, supports domestic industry, demonstrates the value of responsible metal #recycling and keeps tens of millions of pounds of metal in our economy.
Copper wasn`t created on Earth.
Before it became wire, tubing or #recycled metal, #copper was created during the explosive death of a massive star billions of years ago. When those stars collapse and explode as supernovae, heavy elements like copper are formed and scattered across the universe.
So every piece of copper we handle today began its journey in a stellar explosion long before Earth even existed.
It’s Monday! Meet Jarrett.⠀
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Around FedMet, if a conveyor belt needs attention, Jarrett is usually the guy getting it done. Nicknamed "Pikeboy" from his North Little Rock roots, he has a perfect attendance record which has earned him plenty of respect from his teammates.⠀
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When he`s not at work, you`ll find him modifying cars, spending time with his three kids or hanging out with his Frenchie, Dior.⠀
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The conveyors may keep the material moving, but it`s people like Jarrett keep FedMet moving!
Always something really interesting to see around here. #prettycool
Let`s go!
Anyone do the #Wordle today? We won`t spoil it for you, but we got it in three.
Where did the #metal come from? For thousands of years, nobody knew.⠀
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Archaeologists in Spain have just uncovered six previously unknown #Bronze Age mines containing #copper, lead and silver. Researchers believe the discovery may help explain where the metal used in Scandinavian Bronze Age artifacts originated, revealing trade connections that stretched across Europe more than 3,000 years ago.⠀
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Long before modern transportation networks existed, metal was already connecting distant communities and shaping civilizations.⠀
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Article link: https://bit.ly/4fSIOtS
Got ACRs? TALK to us! We want them.⠀
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FedMet aggressively buys clean #ACRs and ACRs with irony ends, transforming these materials into high-purity #copper and #aluminum fractions, to keep these important resources in our domestic market.
It’s Monday! Meet Gregory.⠀
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More affectionately known as “Frog,” our FedMet shredder operator has earned a reputation for keeping our Arkansas operations running smoothly and spotless. A man of few words, Gregory leads by example and takes real pride in the organization and efficiency of his station.⠀
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When he’s not at work, his focus is on faith and family, enjoying time with his wife, two children and five grandchildren.⠀
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Thanks, Frog, for all your hard work and for helping keep the shop in top shape!
To maintain our standard of living, the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) estimates each person in the United States consumes roughly 12 pounds of #copper each year.⠀
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That is more than 150,000,000 #ingots in total. At aone ingot PER SECOND, that would take almost five years to produce!
Please join us in congratulating Layne Derwis on her promotion to Commercial Analyst!⠀
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In this role, Layne will lead the evaluation of inbound materials, support inventory accuracy and oversee metal valuation and procurement payments.⠀
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Layne’s attention to detail, consistency and dedication have made her an important part of the team from day one. We’re excited to see her step into this next chapter and know she’s going to do a fantastic job.⠀
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Congratulations, Layne! We’re lucky to have you on the team.
