Anatolians discovered silver approximately 5,000 years ago, changing the course of history forever. Initially, Greeks, Romans, and Egyptians used silver to store water and create cultural objects. When European settlers arrived in the Americas, they discovered mines filled with the precious metal, prompting them to develop a silver currency. Today, silver is a component in…
The deoxidation of copper alloys involves removing the oxygen using a chemical process, usually other metals. As the oxygen and other gases are removed from the metal, certain properties are either enhanced or decreased. For example, when Phosphor is added to bronze alloys, it reacts by removing the oxygen content from the metal which can…
Lead-free and low-lead alloys keep up with plumbing industry regulations Copper faucets, sinks and appliances have a lustrous color that helps create a warm atmosphere, making a house feel like a home. Copper and its alloys also are functional and durable. They resist corrosion and require little maintenance, which makes red metals an ideal choice…