At Copper and Brass Sales, we have proudly served the metal industry for over 90 years. Established in 1931, we began as a small operation in Detroit and quickly grew to become a leading supplier of copper and brass materials—thus the name. Today, as part of the thyssenkrupp Materials NA family, we continue our legacy of excellence, offering a broad range of metals and services to customers across multiple industries. With nearly a century of experience, we remain dedicated to innovation, quality, and exceptional customer service.

Our purpose is clear: We enable our customers to accelerate performance and increase value. We’ve continuously evolved to meet the changing needs of industries such as aerospace, automotive, medial, and manufacturing. Our customers trust us not only for our quality materials but also for our deep expertise in delivering solutions tailored to their specific needs.

Our Materials

We specialize in six primary materials and a wide assortment of alloys, offering the variety and quality your business needs to thrive:

• Copper: Known for its exceptional electrical conductivity and durability, copper’s various alloys are ideal for electrical and industrial applications. Learn more about copper and the variety of copper alloys we sell.
• Brass: With its strength and corrosion resistance, brass alloys are widely used in plumbing, automotive, and decorative applications. Learn more about brass and the variety of brass alloys we sell.
• Bronze: Praised for its wear resistance and machinability, bronze is commonly used in bearings, bushings, and gears in a variety of alloys. Learn more about bronze and the variety of bronze alloys we sell.
• Aluminum: Aluminum is lightweight yet strong, the various alloys of aluminum are crucial in aerospace, automotive, and packaging industries, thanks to its versatility. Learn more about aluminum and the variety of aluminum alloys we sell.
• Stainless Steel: Combining strength with corrosion resistance, stainless steel alloys are key materials in construction, food processing, and medical devices. Learn more about stainless steel and the variety of stainless steel alloys we sell.
• Nickel: Nickel’s heat and corrosion resistance make it indispensable for high-performance applications, including chemical processing and aerospace. Learn more about nickel and the variety of nickel alloys we sell.

Our Services

At Copper and Brass Sales, our services are designed to help you reach your final solution faster and more efficiently. By offering first-stage processing and tailored material solutions, we enable your business to reduce time and costs associated with production. Our goal is to provide materials that are ready for immediate use, allowing you to focus on your core operations while we handle the preparation. Many of our customers find that by receiving materials pre-cut or with complex shapes already incorporated, they can significantly speed up their workflow and reduce overall project expenses.

Our key services include:

• First-Stage Processing: Our custom cutting, shaping, and precision machining services deliver materials to your exact specifications, minimizing the need for further processing. With advanced options like waterjet cutting for complex shapes, we help maximize material usage and reduce waste while ensuring tight tolerances and high-quality finishes.
• Cut-to-Length and Slitting: We tailor materials like aluminum, copper, and stainless steel to your exact size requirements, saving you time and money by starting your production process with materials ready to use. Whether you need sheets, coils, or blanks, our cut-to-length and slitting services ensure precision and efficiency.
• Custom Extrusions: Our custom extrusion programs provide made-to-order profiles delivered exactly when you need them. Combined with precision cutting, you receive ready-to-use materials without excess inventory or lead time.
• Fabrication Services: We offer CNC-controlled punching, bending, and assembly, perfect for industries like electrical, automotive, aerospace, and medical. By receiving pre-assembled or kitted components, you save time and simplify your manufacturing process.
• Just In Time (JIT) Delivery: We ensure your materials arrive precisely when needed, allowing you to maintain lean inventory levels and avoid unnecessary stockholding costs.
• Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI): We manage your inventory for you, ensuring that stock is automatically replenished based on your usage patterns. This helps you maintain the right materials in the right quantities without the risk of stockouts or excess.
• Service Level Agreements (SLA): Customized agreements tailored to your specific business needs, ensuring that delivery schedules, quantities, and quality standards are met every time.
• Material Forecasting: We work with you to forecast future material needs based on your production schedule, ensuring materials are available when you need them without unnecessary delays.
• Consolidated Shipments: We combine multiple orders into a single, efficient shipment, helping you reduce shipping costs and streamline administrative processes.

These services allow us to act as a true partner in your supply chain. By delivering materials that are pre-processed and tailored to your specifications, we help you get to your final solution faster—saving you time, labor, and money in the process.

At Copper and Brass Sales, our goal is to be your reliable partner. Whether through our premium materials, tailored services, or advanced online capabilities, we enable our customers to accelerate performance and increase value in every project.