Copper – A growing market with increased demand
The demand for copper continues to increase as consumption extends into existing and new applications. This has been supported by the global economic recovery and an increase in industrial production. In 2021, the copper price climbed to decade highs marking a 130% growth since March 2020 and is expected to rise further along with concerns […]
Copper – will the price become too expensive for industry?
The Copper industry has experienced a constant attack on its price recently, leading to increasing costs in raw and processed materials. It’s is used in many industrial applications, allowing the world to modernise and future proof our innovations. During the 2000s the price has quadrupled, reflecting the incredible demand for Copper in developments and the […]
Doctor Copper: Where next for the price of Copper?
Week commencing: 13/09/2021 Issue: 17 What is Doctor Copper? Copper is a wide-spread metal used in numerous applications from electronics to power generation. Often Copper is referred to as Doctor Copper for its alleged ability to act as an indicator of the health of the world economy. According to research over the past 20 years […]
COVID-19 pandemic- “The good, the bad and the ugly for Copper”
Week commencing: 9/08/2021 Issue: 16 The last eighteen months have been hard for everyone and the global commodity market has not been immune from the ravages of the COVID 19 pandemic. The impact of the pandemic has been felt everywhere from supply problems to finance issues and it is potentially set to get worse with […]
Haeger 618 fastener insertion system
What is the Haeger 618? Our new Haeger 618 fastener insertion system allows us to insert M10 and M12 nuts into Copper busbars. This hydraulic machine makes the process simple yet extremely effective. How can the Haeger 618 benefit our customers? The Haeger 618 machine will bring numerous benefits to our customers. Our new facility […]
Global Copper supply in danger from strikes in South America
Global Copper supply is being impacted by numerous factors, from environmental occurrences to economic and political circumstances. Global floods have created a possibly serious complication for the Copper industry in Western Europe and China. Last month, Europe’s largest Copper producer experienced extensive floods that caused large amounts of damage, led to a shutdown, and increased […]
What is Copper profile?
What are Copper profiles? Copper profiles are commonly used in distribution panels and switchboards because they provide important electrical advantages. They cost more and require greater manufacturing control than flat bars due to their fragile production process, specialist packaging and complex specifications. However, their unique shape allows manufacturers to meet the requirements of individual projects. […]
The Copper imbalance of supply and demand in 2021
Week commencing: 12/07/2021 Issue: 13 Copper is a commonly used metal throughout the world and demand for this important commodity is rising among a tight supply. It has been suggested that higher Copper prices are required for mining companies to invest in Copper production and exploration to match demand. Senior Copper analysts further state that […]
What is the role of a busbar in switchgear?
Week commencing: 21/06/2021 Issue: 12 What is switchgear? Switchgear is apparatus used for controlling, regulating and switching on or off the electrical circuit in the electrical power system, which is required where there is a high demand for more power. A switchgear consists of numerous devices, including switches, fuses, a circuit breaker, an isolator, a […]
What impact does Copper have on the world?
Issue: 11 Week commencing: 14/06/2021 What impact does Copper have on the environment? Copper is a natural, malleable, recyclable and strong material. It is extremely valuable due to being a good heat and electrical conductor and it is not toxic to the environment under the correct usage. Copper plays a crucial role in protecting the […]