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How do you maintain and ensure the consistent quality of EcoCopper building materials?
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During our entire production process, from melting to casting to finishing, PMX operations are governed by our ISO 9001: 2000 quality management system. Our approach focuses on careful planning and design, a state-of-the-art rolling mill, good labora
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Where can I get design help on using EcoCopper building materials?
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Our PMX sales and technical staff will review your specifications to ensure we provide the best EcoCopper material for your application. We will work with you to choose the alloy and properties that will most cost-effectively meet your objectives. We
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Are EcoCopper building materials available in different colors and finishes?
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Yes, PMX has the ability to customize the mechanical and physical properties of a wide range of lead-free alloys to produce structurally strong, durable materials that will meet each customer's unique requirements. We have developed EcoCopper materia
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How are EcoCopper building materials supplied?
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EcoCopper alloys are available in strip, coil, sheet, and plate forms in a wide range of gauges, sizes, and tempers.
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Why do EcoCopper building materials change color when used on the exterior of a building?
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The natural weathering of copper alloys is a direct consequence of the attack of airborne sulfur compounds. This leads to a gradual change in the surface color until equilibrium is reached and the change is stabilized. The final color depends on the
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What are the advantages of EcoCopper multi-layer composite materials?
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EcoCopper Easy-Flex and EcoCopper Rigid look like solid copper and form like copper, but cost less than solid EcoCopper. For applications that require more flexibility in terms of cost, or less weight, and even more malleability to form over irregula
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Are EcoCopper building materials expensive?
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No, in fact, the life cycle cost alone makes EcoCopper materials a good value for green buildings. Initial cost, maintenance, and the life expectancy of the product must be evaluated as well as the salvage value of EcoCopper materials. EcoCopper buil
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What are the advantages of EcoCopper flashing?
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EcoCopper is an excellent material for flashing because of its strength, malleability, and high resistance to the caustic effects of mortars and a hostile environment. EcoCopper flashing provides a long service life, low maintenance, and looks very a
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How will a solid EcoCopper roof stand up to extreme weather conditions?
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Legendary EcoCopper roofs can withstand decades of abuse from extreme weather such as heavy snow, high winds, hailstorm, and even wildfires. EcoCopper roofs shed snow fast which protects the structural integrity of the roof and eliminates ice damming
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Are EcoCopper building materials recyclable?
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Yes, EcoCopper materials are continuously recovered, recycled, and reused forming a cradle to cradle life cycle that is very beneficial to the environment. When you consider the performance measures for green buildings, an important assessment should
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