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Manufacturing is operating in a new reality. Skilled labor shortages continue, margins are tight, and customers expect shorter lead

Safety is a shared responsibility, built into how we work, lead, and support one another every day. We are committed to fostering

When evaluating a materials supplier, workplace safety may not be the first metric that comes to mind. Purchasing teams

Copper and Brass Sales, thyssenkrupp Engineered Plastics, thyssenkrupp Materials NA Canada, and Online Metals has continued hiring through 2024, 2025, and into 2026. While others are pulling back, we are intentionally investing in our workforce, our capabilities, and our ability to serve customers at a higher level...

The world of manufacturing looks very different today than the one I entered decades ago. For much of the last century, the industry ran on long, predictable cycles. Product designs stayed the same for years, tooling was optimized around stability, and production lines ran steadily with only incremental change.

The goal was stability. If you could run efficiently and keep the system consistent, you would be in good shape. That model worked well for a long time. Manufacturing today operates in a very different environment.

Data centers power the digital economy and demand for capacity is accelerating. Global data center capacity is expected to...

As Copper and Brass Sales celebrates its 95th anniversary, we’re not just reflecting on where we’ve been. We’re focused...

Reaching 95 years as a company doesn’t happen by accident. Longevity like ours is built on the choices we make, the people who...

In industries where safety and reliability matter most, material quality can’t be left to chance. From aircraft parts to oil...

When patients walk into a hospital or clinic, they place their trust in more than just doctors and nurses. Behind every...

Established in 1931, Copper and Brass Sales came into existence during a period of significant industrial change in the United States. What began as a single metals distribution operation has grown into a leading North American supplier and manufacturing partner, shaped by nearly a century of adaptation, partnership, and steady reinvention within the metals industry.

Copper and Brass Sales, a division of thyssenkrupp Materials NA, is marking its 95th anniversary, marking nearly a century of continuous evolution in the North American metals industry.

Ninety-five years in business is often treated as proof of resilience. But longevity alone doesn’t explain why some companies...

From electric vehicles to next-generation aerospace systems, industries are pushing components to do more in less space...

Digital transformation has reshaped nearly every aspect of the industrial supply chain, and materials procurement is no...

Global trade shifts quickly. Prices rise and fall, and supply can change without warning. For manufacturers, making smart...

After years of uncertainty, the oil and gas industry is gaining renewed momentum. Manufacturers are ramping up production...

As computing power in data centers continues to surge, so does the challenge of managing heat. Traditional air-cooling methods...

In the aerospace industry, safety and precision are non-negotiable. Every component, from the smallest fastener to complex...

From smartphones and electric vehicles to medical wearables and industrial sensors, today’s electronic devices are becoming...

A sweeping new US tariff took effect under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act, imposing 50% duties on semi-finished copper products...

SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) is a technology that enables real-time monitoring, automation, and system control as a...

Understanding the aluminum alloy numbering systems is key to selecting the right material for your application. With a wide range of alloys available...

As artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud technologies transform industries, the energy demands of data centers are surging at an unprecedented pace.

Get clear answers to your most pressing questions about US steel and aluminum tariffs in 2025, including pricing, policy changes, and supply chain implications.

Understand the sweeping effects of 2025's U.S. steel and aluminum tariffs. This guide explores impacts on supply chains, manufacturing costs, and trade relations.

Regulations are reshaping the metals used in power distribution, prioritizing sustainability, efficiency, and safety. Learn how evolving standards influence material choices and what it means for the future of energy transmission...