The Antimicrobial Properties of Copper
Does copper kill bacteria? Research shows that exposed copper and certain copper alloys can inactivate bacteria under defined testing conditions. T...
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Why Brass and Copper Remain Popular in Architectural Design
Architects have used brass and copper for centuries, yet both remain relevant to contemporary buildings. Their natural warmth brings character to s...
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What to Look for in a Metal Service Center Partner
Choosing the right metal service center can affect much more than the price on a purchase order. For OEMs and other metalworking operations, suppli...
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Stock vs. Custom Metal: When Each Makes Sense
Choosing between stock and custom metal can affect far more than the material line on a purchase order. For OEMs and fabrication shops, the decisio...
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Understanding Brass and Copper Tempers and Why They Matter
Alloy and dimensions do not complete a brass or copper purchase description. A material’s temper is its supplied condition, created by its processi...
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Best Metals for Machining
The best material for a machined component depends on far more than its price per pound. Material choice affects cutting speed, tool wear, chip con...
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Why Copper-Nickel Alloys Are Used in Marine Applications
Marine piping may carry seawater for years, leaving little tolerance for poor material selection. Chlorides can accelerate corrosion, while excessi...
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Best Metals for Marine Environments and Saltwater Use
Saltwater can turn a small material-selection error into premature corrosion, recurring maintenance, or component failure. Selecting the best metal...
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Why Copper Is the Standard for HVAC Systems
Copper tubing has long been the standard choice in residential and commercial HVAC applications. It’s no mystery why this is so. Copper supports th...
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Best Metals for Plumbing Applications: Copper vs. Alternatives
Metal plumbing pipe selection affects how easily a system installs, how long it lasts, and how costly it may be to maintain. For contractors and pr...
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Everything You Need to Know About Metal Tubing
Lewis Brass & Copper focuses heavily on copper-based alloys, with a large inventory of brass tubing, architectural bronze tubing, copper pipe, ...
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Brass Tubing vs. Bronze Tubing: Which Should You Use?
Brass tubing and bronze tubing are both widely used copper alloys, but the better material choice depends heavily on the operating environment and ...
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How to Choose the Right Brass Alloy for Your Application
Selecting the right brass alloy starts with understanding how the material will perform in real-world conditions. Because brass is a family of copp...
