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CDA celebrates 10 winning projects in its 18th annual North American Copper in Architecture Awards

Mon, 30 Jun 2025 00:00:00 EDT

CDA celebrates 10 winning projects in its 18th annual North American Copper in Architecture Awards

Copper Development Association Welcomes Mike Belanger as Project Manager

Mon, 14 Apr 2025 00:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association (CDA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Mike Belanger as Project Manager supporting the Tube & Fittings Council. In this role, Belanger will lead educational initiatives and technical outreach to promote the benefits of copper and copper alloys in piping systems across commercial, industrial, and residential applications.

CDA Applauds Executive Action to Boost U.S. Copper Supply

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 00:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association (CDA) today issued the following statement from Adam Estelle, President and CEO, in response to President Trump’s Executive Order “Immediate Actions to Increase American Mineral Production,” signed March 20, 2025.

Manufacturers now have another reason to choose brass for drinking water system components.

Wed, 26 Feb 2025 00:00:00 EST

Manufacturers of certain brass applications, including pipe fittings, valves, meters and pumps, may now be exempt from recurring NSF 61 testing and certification requirements that assess whether products leach unsafe levels of 14 regulated metals, including lead, arsenic and chromium.

An Open Letter to President Donald J. Trump

Thu, 30 Jan 2025 00:00:00 EST

Dear Mr. President, On behalf of the Copper Development Association (CDA), a U.S. based not-for-profit organization representing the copper industry, I extend our congratulations on your election. We look forward to collaborating to achieve our shared goals: establishing America as the world’s leading energy producer, transforming the United States into a manufacturing powerhouse with products proudly made in America, and revitalizing our cities into safe, clean, and thriving spaces.

Copper Development Association Applauds House Passage of HR 8446, the Critical Mineral Consistency Act

Thu, 14 Nov 2024 00:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association (CDA) commends the U.S. House of Representatives today for its strong bipartisan vote of 245-155 to pass HR 8446, the Critical Mineral Consistency Act, a critical step toward strengthening the nation’s mineral supply chain and ensuring the resilience of key industries.

Copper Development Association Applauds Bipartisan Efforts to Strengthen U.S. Copper Supply Chain

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 00:00:00 EDT

Copper Development Association Applauds Bipartisan Efforts to Strengthen U.S. Copper Supply Chain.

Copper Development Association Welcomes PDM US LLC as New Member

Thu, 5 Sep 2024 00:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association (CDA) proudly welcomes PDM US LLC, the first fully integrated "Made in USA" copper lineset company, as its newest member. This strategic partnership underscores a mutual dedication to driving innovation and excellence within the copper industry.

New Report Highlights Need for "All-of-the-Above" Strategy to Meet U.S. Copper Demand Amidst Clean Energy Transition

Wed, 4 Sep 2024 00:00:00 EDT

A new report released today explores the unique opportunities the United States has in sourcing copper, a critical mineral for the energy transition. As global demand for copper—the “metal of electrification”—continues to rise, the U.S. must confront long development times for domestic mines, the need for expanded refining and recycling efforts, and its reliance on imports.

U.S. Brass Rod Industry Secures GreenCircle Certification for Recycled Content

Mon, 26 Aug 2024 00:00:00 EDT

The U.S. brass rod industry, represented by the Copper Development Association, Inc. (CDA), has secured an independent recycled content certification from GreenCircle Certified, LLC.

New Standard ASTM B1029 for Copper Press-Connect Technology Released

Wed, 21 Aug 2024 00:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association (CDA) is thrilled to announce the publication of ASTM B1029: Standard Practice for Making Press-Connect Joints with Seamless Copper and Copper Alloy Tube and Press Fittings. This new standard provides a crucial framework for the installation of copper press fittings, ensuring consistent, high-quality practices across plumbing, mechanical, and HVAC/R applications.

The Copper Development Association Names New Vice President

Thu, 27 Jun 2024 00:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association, Inc. (CDA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Marcus Elmer as the association’s next Vice President. Elmer joined CDA in 2022 as Director, Tube & Fittings, and added value immediately by increasing member engagement, and delivering impactful results in strategic initiatives that promote, protect, and defend the use of copper in water service lines, next generation HVAC/R equipment, green and healthy buildings, and beyond.

Copper Industry Commends U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources’ Passage of HR 8446, the Critical Mineral Consistency Act of 2024

Wed, 12 Jun 2024 00:00:00 EDT

Today, the U.S. House Committee on Natural Resources voted to pass HR 8446, the Critical Mineral Consistency Act of 2024, legislation introduced by U.S. Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06). HR 8446 seeks to ensure consistency between Critical Minerals, as defined by the Department of Energy (DOE), and Critical Minerals, as defined by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). This is the first step in unifying the two lists and ensuring copper is recognized as an official USGS critical mineral.

Copper in Architecture Awards Celebrate Design and Craftsmanship

Mon, 10 Jun 2024 00:00:00 EDT

The repurposing of an iconic grand belle railway station in Detroit stands among the 10 projects recognized with North American Copper in Architecture (NACIA) awards by the Copper Development Association (CDA). Now in its 17th edition, the NACIA awards showcase outstanding work in design, fabrication, and craftsmanship using architectural copper.

Copper Development Association Welcomes Cambridge-Lee Industries LLC as New Member

Fri, 3 May 2024 00:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association Inc. (CDA) is pleased to announce that Cambridge-Lee Industries LLC, a leading copper tube manufacturer and copper-focused supplier to the plumbing, HVAC, construction, industrial and OEM markets, has joined the association as a new member. This partnership underscores both organizations' commitment to promoting the use of copper and enhancing its applications across various industries.

Copper Development Association Promotes Adam Estelle to President and CEO

Tue, 9 Apr 2024 00:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association Inc. (CDA), has named Adam Estelle as its new president and CEO, effective May 1, 2024. Estelle who most recently served as the association’s vice president, will succeed Andrew G. Kireta, Jr. as the sixth leader of the association.

CDA Comments on National Primary Drinking Water Regulations for Lead and Copper: Improvements

Thu, 7 Mar 2024 00:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association (CDA), a U.S.-based, not-for-profit association of the global copper industry, has submitted comments on the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) National Primary Drinking Water Regulations for Lead and Copper Improvements (LCRI).

CDA welcomes entries for its 2025 North American Copper in Architecture Awards (NACIA)

Tue, 6 Feb 2024 00:00:00 EST

CDA welcomes entries for its 2025 North American Copper in Architecture Awards (NACIA)

Call for Entries: North American Copper in Architecture Awards 2024

Mon, 5 Feb 2024 00:00:00 EST

Submissions are now open for the 2024 edition of the North American Copper in Architecture Awards (NACIA). Presented by the Copper Development Association (CDA), the NACIA awards celebrate projects across the United States and Canada that feature architectural copper and copper alloys, including roof systems, façades, and wall systems, as well as custom-fabricated elements.

CDA Applauds U.S. Department of Energy for Copper’s Inclusion on Critical Materials List

Wed, 2 Aug 2023 00:00:00 EDT

The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) this week officially added copper to its Critical Materials list. This act marks the first time a U.S. government agency has included copper on one of its official “critical” lists, following the example of other countries including the European Union, Japan, India, Canada, and China.

Architects and Contractors Win Awards for Copper in Architecture

Mon, 26 Jun 2023 00:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association is pleased to celebrate excellence in copper architectural design and construction by recognizing 19 outstanding projects in the United States and Canada as part of its annual North American Copper in Architecture (NACIA) awards program.

CDA Commends the DOE for Inclusion of Copper on the Draft Critical Materials Assessment

Fri, 2 Jun 2023 00:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association is pleased to see that for the first time a U.S. federal agency is following the lead of the EU, Canada, Japan, India, China and others by characterizing copper as critical through its inclusion on the official DOE Critical Materials List. In particular, DOE is recommending a designation for copper of near-critical in the medium term (2025-2035).

USGS Response to Bipartisan Congressional Requests to Immediately Add Copper to the Critical Minerals List Ignores Established Methodology

Mon, 22 May 2023 00:00:00 EDT

USGS Response to Bipartisan Congressional Requests to Immediately Add Copper to the Critical Minerals List Ignores Established Methodology

Copper Meets Inclusion Criteria for U.S. Geological Survey’s Critical Minerals List

Thu, 2 Feb 2023 00:00:00 EST

Updated data shows that copper now meets the USGS benchmark Supply Risk score of 0.40 for automatic inclusion on the U.S. Critical Minerals List.

Call for Entries: North American Copper in Architecture Awards 2023

Fri, 6 Jan 2023 00:00:00 EST

Submissions for the North American Copper in Architecture Awards (NACIA) 2023 are now open. Now, in its 16th year, the awards presented by the Copper Development Association (CDA) celebrate distinctive copper building projects across the United States and Canada. Architects and contractors are invited to add their work to this distinguished portfolio of copper craftsmanship and innovation by March 31, 2023.

Copper Development Association and Sustainable Minds Announce Webinar on Understanding Industry EPDs and HPDs

Mon, 19 Sep 2022 00:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association (CDA) announced it will participate in a webinar with Sustainable Minds, Understanding Industry EPDs and HPDs, on September 22 from 2:00-3:00pm ET. Erin Smith, CDA’s material stewardship project manager, will discuss innovative ways to leverage existing frameworks, such as ASTM/AMSE standards and the HPD Collaborative metal alloys special condition, to develop industry-based Health Product Declarations (HPDs).

NSF Standard Lists Brass Alloys as Acceptable Materials for Drinking Water

Thu, 1 Sep 2022 00:00:00 EDT

NSF Standard Lists Brass Alloys as Acceptable Materials for Drinking Water Manufacturers now have more options to design safer products that meet lower lead leaching limits

CDA Commends Congress for Passing the Energy Security Provisions in Inflation Reduction Act

Wed, 17 Aug 2022 00:00:00 EDT

CDA Commends Congress for Passing the Energy Security Provisions in Inflation Reduction Act

Energy Security Legislative Provisions Will Accelerate U.S. Clean Energy Adoption

Thu, 4 Aug 2022 00:00:00 EDT

As Congress prepares to consider reconciliation legislation, the Copper Development Association (CDA) released the following statement from Andrew G. Kireta, Jr., president and CEO at CDA

Eleven Building Projects Receive Copper In Architecture Award

Wed, 20 Jul 2022 00:00:00 EDT

Eleven building projects across the United States and Canada recently received the prestigious North American Copper in Architecture (NACIA) award from the Copper Development Association (CDA) for their outstanding application of architectural copper and copper alloys.

CDA Releases Updated Copper in Architecture Design Handbook

Wed, 30 Mar 2022 00:00:00 EDT

CDA Releases Updated Copper in Architecture Design Handbook

The Copper Development Association Hires New Director of Flat Products

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 00:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association, Inc. (CDA) has chosen Adam Kotrba to lead its Flat Products Council. In this role he will be responsible for identifying and influencing market trends and growth opportunities for member companies and the copper industry within end uses such as data centers, electric vehicles, architectural applications, green buildings, antimicrobial copper, and more.

The Copper Development Association Hires New Director of Tube and Fittings

Tue, 29 Mar 2022 00:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association, Inc. (CDA) has chosen Marcus Elmer to lead its Tube and Fittings Council. In this role he will be responsible for identifying and influencing market trends, opportunities, and threats for copper tube and fittings products through the development and execution of strategic programs involving technical research, codes and standards, advocacy and education.

Copper Development Association Names New Vice President

Tue, 1 Feb 2022 00:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association, Inc. (CDA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Adam Estelle as the association’s next Vice President.

Submissions Now Open for 2022 North American Copper in Architecture Awards

Wed, 1 Dec 2021 00:00:00 EST

Submissions are now being accepted for the 2022 North American Copper in Architecture (NACIA) Awards. Architects, designers, and sheet metal contractors are encouraged to submit projects completed in the past three years in the United States or Canada that featuring copper architectural elements.

Copper Development Association Names New President & CEO

Tue, 16 Nov 2021 00:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association, Inc. (CDA) is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew G. Kireta, Jr. as the association’s next President & CEO, effective January 1, 2022. He succeeds Thomas S. Passek, who will retire at the end of 2021 after nearly seven years with the organization.

12 Building Projects Receive Copper Architecture Award

Tue, 31 Aug 2021 00:00:00 EDT

Copper is having incredible revival in recent years in new and restored buildings, as a growing number of designers are looking toward more sustainable and timeless materials. To showcase and celebrate the best applications of copper in North America, the Copper Development Association (CDA) awarded twelve innovative copper building projects in the United States and Canada as part of its annual North American Copper in Architecture (NACIA) awards program.

Submissions Open: 2021 North American Copper in Architecture Awards

Thu, 4 Mar 2021 00:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association and Canadian Copper & Brass Development Association will honor achievements in copper design and fabrication throughout North America

8 Building Projects Receive Copper Architecture Award

Thu, 12 Nov 2020 00:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association (CDA) awarded eight, innovative copper building projects in the United States and Canada as part of its annual North American Copper in Architecture (NACIA) awards program. With a newfound consideration for healthy design in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, designers are turning to the timeless metal for its sustainable and antimicrobial properties.

CDA’s Kireta to Chair ASTM Board of Directors in 2020

Tue, 7 Jan 2020 00:00:00 EST

Andrew Kireta, Jr., vice president of market development for the Copper Development Association Inc. (CDA), is serving as 2020 chair of ASTM International, a leading developer and publisher of standards for the construction, aerospace, plastics, petroleum, and dozens of other industries.

CDA Unveils 3-part Guide to Optimizing HVAC&R Efficiency with Smaller Diameter Copper Tubes

Thu, 19 Dec 2019 00:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association (CDA) released research summaries on next-generation heat exchangers. The new three-part white paper gives industry professionals the most current insights on enhancing efficiency of HVAC&R systems using smaller diameter copper tubes. New systems based on these designs may give owners and engineers the opportunity to reduce operational costs and energy consumption.

Winners Crowned in 32nd Annual UA International Apprenticeship Competition

Wed, 18 Sep 2019 00:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association (CDA) sponsored prizes recognizing achievement in a piping competition with complex challenges that included nearly every possible joint type in copper piping systems.

Copper Development Association Successfully Tests Copper Wall Cladding Systems

Fri, 13 Sep 2019 00:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association (CDA) recently released a study to simplify the specification process of copper wall cladding systems for architects, building owners and contractors. The study conducted by Intertek provides quantifiable performance and technical data for common copper wall cladding systems, thereby eliminating the need for end users to conduct individual, costly and time intensive tests to comply with the mandatory building code requirements.

Copper’s Role in the Transition to Clean Energy

Tue, 28 May 2019 00:00:00 EDT

This new infographic illustrates Copper’s expanding role North America’s transition to clean power sources, from energy generation to storage and electric vehicles.

NACIA 2019 Winners Announced

Fri, 19 Apr 2019 00:00:00 EDT

The North American Copper in Architecture Awards program recognizes excellent uses of copper in residential, educational and government buildings

New Video: How-to Install Copper-Iron Alloy Tubes

Tue, 27 Nov 2018 00:00:00 EST

New video provides installation tips for a new copper alloy rated for HVAC applications

New Video: How-to Install Copper Press-Connect Systems

Tue, 27 Nov 2018 00:00:00 EST

A Simple Installation Method to Create Strong Joints for HVAC Systems

Seeking the Best Copper Architecture Projects in North America

Tue, 23 Oct 2018 00:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association and Canadian Copper & Brass Development Association officially open 2019 NACIA Submissions

New Video Highlights How Flint is Solving Its “Water Crisis”

Thu, 4 Oct 2018 00:00:00 EDT

Flint selected copper piping for the city’s lead replacement plan due to its durability and anti-corrosive properties

50x50 Commission Report

Wed, 26 Sep 2018 00:00:00 EDT

CDA President Thomas S. Passek Serving on National Commission Launching Campaign to Capitalize on New Technologies and Huge Economic Opportunities to Save Energy

15 Copper Buildings Receive Architectural Honors

Fri, 22 Jun 2018 00:00:00 EDT

The North American Copper in Architecture (NACIA) Awards program recognizes the use of copper in building design projects. See who won this year!

Copper Role in Energy Revolution

Tue, 19 Jun 2018 00:00:00 EDT

Technical advancements are rapidly changing the electrical marketplace and the capabilities of the technologies our society depends upon. To fuel the energy revolution, a reliable, plentiful and efficient power source is needed – copper.

CDA Director to Chair Platts 2018 Conference

Fri, 15 Jun 2018 00:00:00 EDT

Zolaikha Strong to highlight Copper’s Role in Grid Technology at Key Industry Event

Intersolar North America 2018

Mon, 9 Apr 2018 00:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association’s (CDA) Director of Sustainable Energy, Zolaikha Strong, will discuss copper’s impact in the operation of and electrical infrastructure required for renewable energy at Intersolar North America.

How to Avoid Electrical Disasters and Safeguard Critical Data

Fri, 9 Feb 2018 00:00:00 EST

Data centers house our nation’s most critical information, from hospital records and online sharing, to storing our military’s classified information on a private cloud; but what is the cost when an electrical disaster shuts down a data center?

Copper Industry Sustainable Energy Director Selected to Present on Importance of Electric Grid Efficiency and Resiliency at GLOBALCON 2018

Wed, 10 Jan 2018 00:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association’s (CDA) Director of Sustainable Energy, Zolaikha Strong, will discuss how improving the U.S. grid infrastructure is critical to securing the nation’s energy supply and to benefiting the economy at GLOBALCON 2018.

CDA Joins National Commission to Slash Transportation Energy Use by Half

Thu, 26 Oct 2017 00:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association (CDA) will serve on a national commission launched today by the Alliance to Save Energy that will develop recommendations to reduce energy use in the U.S. transportation sector by 50 percent by 2050 while meeting future mobility needs.

Call for Entries: 2018 North American Copper in Architecture Awards

Thu, 14 Sep 2017 00:00:00 EDT

Architects, designers and sheet metal contractors are invited to submit their copper building projects for the 2018 North American Copper in Architecture (NACIA) awards program through January 31, 2018. Now in its 11th year, the program recognizes and promotes architectural copper and copper alloys structures in North America.

Competition Showcases the Piping Trades as Viable Careers for Millennials

Tue, 12 Sep 2017 00:00:00 EDT

Over half of America’s skilled trade employees are nearing retirement age and fewer men and women are being prepared to take their places. To address the shortage of skilled laborers, the Copper Development Association (CDA) sponsored the copper piping portion of the annual the United Association (UA) Competition and Instructor Training Program in Ann Arbor, Michigan on August 13-18.

CDA Launches How-to Videos

Tue, 18 Jul 2017 00:00:00 EDT

CDA's newest videos in the "Do it Proper With Copper" video series teach plumbing professionals how to braze threaded copper adapters and solder and braze copper alloy flanges.

CDA Sustainable Energy Expert to Address Global Tech Execs and Leaders at Electric Vehicle Technology Expo

Mon, 26 Jun 2017 00:00:00 EDT

CDA's Director of Sustainable Energy will speak at the Electric & Hybrid Vehicle Technology Expo to discuss copper's role in powering electric vehicles.

Electrical System Upgrades Helps Keep Two Florida Radio Stations On-Air

Thu, 15 Jun 2017 00:00:00 EDT

After constant lightning strikes would damage equipment and cause the radio station to lose power, WTMN installed a new grounding and wiring system in order to guarantee on-air time.

New Grounding System Ensures Radio Broadcast Stations Remain on the Air

Thu, 11 May 2017 00:00:00 EDT

Broadcast radio stations can encounter power outages, interrupted programming and costly repairs in the event of a lightning strike. In order to prevent these catastrophes, the MARC Radio Group installed a new code-exceeding grounding system, which has helped ensure uptime for its stations.

Architectural Awards Program Highlights Top Copper Projects

Wed, 26 Apr 2017 00:00:00 EDT

The North American Copper in Architecture (NACIA) Awards program recognizes the use of copper in building design projects. See who won this year!

CDA to Speak at the NAB Show

Wed, 22 Mar 2017 00:00:00 EDT

Power outages, interrupted programming and costly repairs are just a few of the potential outcomes a broadcast radio station could encounter in the event of a lightning strike. CDA’s David Brender will explore actual cases where lightning strikes caused extensive damage to broadcast and communication facilities and how a lightning protection system helped eliminate them with the attendees of the NAB Show on April 22.

Copper Is Essential to Modern, Sustainable Electric Grids: Copper Usage Is Key to Modern Electric Grids

Fri, 17 Mar 2017 00:00:00 EDT

Microgrids are making the world more efficient and less reliant on huge, ineffective power systems.

Flint Selects Copper Piping to Solve Drinking Water Infrastructure Crisis

Fri, 10 Mar 2017 11:30:00 EST

Mayor Karen Weaver and FAST Start Coordinator Michael C. McDaniel told hundreds of participants attending the Flint Water Infrastructure Summit that copper pipe will be used to replace the City of Flint’s entire lead and lead-tainted galvanized iron service lines.

Copper Alloys: State-of-the-Art Engineering on the Agenda at Corrosion 2017

Wed, 22 Feb 2017 14:00:00 EST

The development of copper alloys—from traditional applications to state-of-the-art engineering—will be described in a symposium at NACE International’s Corrosion 2017 in New Orleans.

Copper Grounding System Guarantees Uptime for Boise Data Center

Mon, 13 Feb 2017 17:00:00 EST

Copper is keeping one data center running efficiently and reliably all day long. Involta, a Cedar Rapids, Iowa based company that designs, builds, and operates data centers, recently opened its newest data center in Boise.

NBM Metals Inc. Announces New VP of Operations

Mon, 30 Jan 2017 00:00:00 EST

NBM Metals, Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Tom Bobish as Vice President of Operations. Tom will be responsible for the leadership of the NBM sales team, developing new business and marketing opportunities and creating customized solutions to customer needs.

CDA Provides Insight on How to Avoid Electrical Disasters

Wed, 18 Jan 2017 00:00:00 EST

To ensure a relatively smooth operation in mission-critical facilities, exceeding the minimal requirements of the National Electrical Code is essential. David Brender’s session at the 2017 Building Operating Management’s NFMT Conference & Exhibition will cover how to make cost-efficient improvements in bonding, grounding and wiring that will prevent catastrophic events from occurring.

CDA to Present Session on Importance of Proper Grounding, Bonding and Wiring to Alleviate Power Problems

Fri, 9 Dec 2016 12:01:00 EST

Exceeding the minimal requirements of the National Electrical Code is imperative in mission-critical facilities to ensure there are no power failures or outages. CDA’s David Brender will discuss how improvements in bonding, grounding and wiring can alleviate power problems at little cost at the BICSI Winter Conference & Exhibition in January.

CDA's Electrical Expert to Present Grounding Guidelines for Disaster Prevention

Tue, 29 Nov 2016 00:00:00 EST

When it comes to power outages and safety, understanding the basic electrical fundamentals could be the key to preventing a potential catastrophe. David Brender, CDA’s national program manager for electrical applications, will be speaking about proper grounding guidelines at the PowerTest Conference in February.

Copper Development Association Commends Senate Approval of WRDA

Tue, 15 Nov 2016 00:00:00 EST

CDA supports the Senate’s bi-partisan vote in favor of the Water Resources Development Act (WRDA) reauthorization – a much needed piece of legislation that includes provisions to begin addressing failing water infrastructure needs throughout the US., including lead service line replacement programs and other methods of lead reduction in community water systems.

New Study on Copper’s Use in Motor Repair Shops

Mon, 14 Nov 2016 00:00:00 EST

New case study examines how three motor repair facilities use copper when repairing or replacing older, less-efficient motors.

Copper Industry Sustainable Energy Director Appointed to Federal Clean Energy Committee

Tue, 11 Oct 2016 00:00:00 EDT

CDA’s Director of Sustainable Electrical Energy, Zolaikha Strong, has been appointed to the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Advisory Committee (REEEAC), as chartered by the United States Department of Commerce. The federal advisory committee is responsible for elevating the international competitiveness of American renewable energy goods.

CDA Partners with Advanced Energy to Offer Motor Management Classes to Public

Fri, 23 Sep 2016 00:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association (CDA) is once again partnering with Advanced Energy to sponsor day-long motors and drives classes throughout the United States. These classes will bring technical experts to facilities in order to educate staff on motor management best practices.

US Senate is Commended for Approval of WRDA

Mon, 19 Sep 2016 11:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association (CDA) supports WRDA bill approved by Senate, which provides necessary funding to ensure safe drinking water as well as improvements to the nation’s failing infrastructure.

Copper Protection System Ensures Uptime for Emergency Response Center

Wed, 13 Jul 2016 13:00:00 EDT

Improper electrical grounding and bonding can cause expensive equipment failures that can take vital emergency communication systems offline. The city of Medina, Ohio turned to copper for solutions once their systems went offline.

Copper Industry Announces Support for Conference Committee on Comprehensive Energy Policy

Thu, 23 Jun 2016 00:00:00 EDT

Trade organization applauds Rep. Tonko’s designation as conferee and looks forward to a comprehensive energy bill emphasizing sustainable energy rebates and infrastructure development

Dr. Mark Johnson Addresses Copper Industry on Clean Energy Technology Partnerships

Thu, 23 Jun 2016 00:00:00 EDT

Director of the Advanced Manufacturing Office delivers a keynote speech on federal partnerships with industry and academia, and the Department of Energy’s influence on the energy sector.

CDA Announces Dr. Mark Johnson as Keynote at Spring Meeting

Thu, 9 Jun 2016 09:30:00 EDT

Director of Advanced Manufacturing Office will address potential opportunities for the copper industry and the DOE.

2016 Award Winning Architectural Designs

Thu, 26 May 2016 00:00:00 EDT

The North American Copper in Architecture (NACIA) Awards program recognizes excellence in the use of copper in building design projects. See who won this year!

Copper Lightning and Grounding System Ensures Uptime for 911 Center

Tue, 3 May 2016 12:00:00 EDT

Life-or-death situations should not be determined by an off air dispatch center. However, when lightning strikes a center without a proper lightning protection and grounding system in place, vital calls could go unanswered and first responders might never arrive to emergency situations.

5 Electrical Risks to Avoid This Season

Wed, 30 Mar 2016 00:00:00 EDT

With National Electrical Safety Month in May, CDA offers homeowners five tips for keeping their loved ones, and their property, safe from power outages, personal injuries and fires.

Copper Prevents Outages and Equipment Breakdown at Facilities

Tue, 9 Feb 2016 10:00:00 EST

David Brender, the National Program Manager for Electrical Applications at CDA, will address broadcast and communication professionals about the proper grounding and bonding techniques for communications facilities, including studios, transmitting sites and towers at the National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) Show, in Las Vegas this spring. Brender’s session titled, “Case Histories and Fundamentals in Grounding and Bonding” is scheduled for Tuesday, April 19th in Room S227 of the Las Vegas Convention Center.

Copper Industry Supports Energy Policy Modernization Act

Wed, 20 Jan 2016 00:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association (CDA) is calling on the 114th Congress to pass the Energy Policy Modernization Act of 2015, which would establish rebate programs for energy efficient and sustainable technologies.

CDA Spearheads New Copper Pipe Training Program for Veterans

Mon, 12 Oct 2015 00:00:00 EDT

We are constantly reminded of the valiant men and women who risk their lives every day. Yet despite having one of the hardest and honorable jobs on their resumes, many are met with countless unanswered job applications here at home. Working with UA Veterans in Piping to change that.

Copper Development Association Names New Head of Health, Environment and Sustainable Development Program

Tue, 22 Sep 2015 00:00:00 EDT

CDA has chosen Carrie Claytor to lead its Health, Environment and Sustainable Development (HESD) program. Centered on providing valuable scientific data and regulatory guidance to the industry, CDA’s HESD program delivers information on copper in areas including toxicology, environmental protection, human health, and sustainable development.

Comparative Efficiency Analysis for Electric Motors

Wed, 16 Sep 2015 00:00:00 EDT

Richard DeFay of CDA presented comparative efficiency analysis for electric motors at the EEMODS 2015 Conference.

Top Apprentices Compete in 28th Annual UA Competition

Fri, 21 Aug 2015 00:00:00 EDT

The top apprentices from North America and Australia showcased their craftsmanship at the 28th annual United Association International Apprenticeship Competition (UA). More than 30 young men and women from across the five major disciplines vied for the title of “Copper King” during the copper portion of the competition, put on by CDA.

Importance of Grounding and Bonding

Wed, 12 Aug 2015 00:00:00 EDT

Proper grounding and bonding systems are crucial for public service and broadcast communication and data centers. During the BICSI conference, Dave Brender of CDA will provide a presentation reviewing best practices and techniques for installing and maintaining a reliable grounding and bonding system. Copper’s corrosion resistance properties make it perfect for this application.

CDA to Host Motor Management Best Practices Webinar

Thu, 9 Jul 2015 00:00:00 EDT

CDA hosts free webinars consistently throughout the year. This particular one focuses on how to realize improved performance from copper rotor motors and how to implement better practices.

Copper Blocks Damage to Denver Fire Station

Tue, 30 Jun 2015 00:00:00 EDT

Because the Denver Fire Station decided to upgrade their lightning protection system, copper prevented major damage during a recent thunderstorm. “For us as an emergency response organization it’s critical that we respond every time, so we had to stop the damage,” said David Markham, CFPD’s Division Chief of Operations.

Motor Management Best Practices - Part 3

Tue, 2 Jun 2015 09:00:00 EDT

Establishing and adhering to an electric motor maintenance program can ensure the longevity and efficiency of a facility’s motor systems. Any manufacturer whose machinery or facility runs on a motor system should utilize this type of plan.

Education Seminars for Electrical Professionals

Wed, 20 May 2015 10:00:00 EDT

CDA offers seminars on proper copper wiring techniques and best practices for all professionals in the electric industry. Contact us today!

2015 NAICA Winners Announced

Thu, 14 May 2015 10:00:00 EDT

The North American Copper in Architecture (NACIA) Awards program recognizes excellence in the use of copper in building design projects. The 2015 winners have been chosen.

CDA Expert to Speak at NAB Show

Tue, 24 Mar 2015 00:00:00 EDT

It is important to ground and bond communication facilities to prevent disruption. CDA experts will discuss how to do this at upcoming NAB Show in Las Vegas on April 14th.

NY State Energy Reform and Copper

Tue, 10 Mar 2015 09:00:00 EDT

Revitalizing electrical grids and creating more efficient energy systems is a top priority for New York State officials. CDA ensured copper was relevant in the conversation on reform.

Motor Failure Policies and Purchasing Specifications

Mon, 9 Mar 2015 09:30:00 EDT

When a motor fails, you have three choices - repair, replace, or retrofit. Ensure your facility does not make the wrong choice by knowing what information to look for.

Thomas S. Passek Named President of Copper Development Association

Thu, 5 Feb 2015 16:00:00 EST

For the first time in 15 years, CDA introduced a new president this month. Bringing nearly thirty years of industry experience, Thomas S. Passek joins us as he succeeds Andy G. Kireta Sr.

'Copper in Architecture' Webinar Focusing on Properties of Copper and Copper Alloys

Mon, 8 Dec 2014 09:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association (CDA) is hosting a "Copper in Architecture" webinar for design professionals on December 19. Attendees have the opportunity to gain continuing education credit through the American Institute of Architects (AIA) while learning how copper, brass and bronze are used in building and construction.

Copper Wiring with Copper Connectors Exhibit Most Stable Performance

Tue, 11 Nov 2014 12:00:00 EST

Copper wire with copper connectors has proven to be more reliable and outperform aluminum alloy wiring systems for power distribution applications, according to a new study undertaken on the behalf of the International Copper Association.

Copper Piping System for Hospital Expansion

Tue, 28 Oct 2014 00:00:00 EDT

The Nemours/A.I. DuPont Children’s Hospital relies on copper pipes for plumbing and mechanical systems in unique expansion project. When black steel pipes did not meet the criteria, the contractors turned to CDA for assistance.

CDA Joins Energy 2030 On The Road in New York City

Tue, 21 Oct 2014 00:00:00 EDT

Energy 2030 On the Road brought together sustainability and political leaders in NYC to engage in policy discussions centered on what actions are needed to reach the goal of doubling U.S. energy productivity by the year 2030.

CDA Awards Best Copper Projects at 27th Annual UA Competition

Thu, 28 Aug 2014 00:00:00 EDT

North America’s top plumbing and pipe-fitting apprentices were put to the test during the 2014 United Association International Apprenticeship Competition, which is held in conjunction with the Instructor Training Program at Washtenaw Community College in Ann Arbor, MI.

CDA Exhibits at ASPE’s 50th Anniversary Convention & Expo

Wed, 20 Aug 2014 00:00:00 EDT

CDA is pleased to exhibit at the 2014 American Society of Plumbing Engineers (ASPE) Convention and Exposition – considered the industry’s largest plumbing product tradeshow in the country. CDA will have a booth during the two-day exposition, scheduled for September 22nd and 23rd in Chicago.

CDA Expert Speaks on Copper Usage in Solar Energy Future

Wed, 23 Jul 2014 12:00:00 EDT

Zolaikha Strong, CDA director of sustainable energy, discusses projected growth in solar energy and its use for copper at SOLAR 2014.

2014 North American Copper in Architecture Award Recipients Announced

Mon, 7 Jul 2014 11:00:00 EDT

Historic cathedrals, government landmarks and other notable building projects among 2014 North American Copper in Architecture Award recipients.

CDA Addresses Projected Market for Grid-Level Energy Storage

Wed, 18 Jun 2014 12:00:00 EDT

Markets for energy storage technologies in the United States are expected to grow substantially through 2030, with increased investments spurred by state and federal regulatory policies that encourage renewable sources of electric power to supply the grid, according to Zolaikha Strong, CDA Director of Sustainable Energy.

CDA’s Electrical Expert to Speak at APCO about the Importance of Grounding and Bonding

Wed, 23 Apr 2014 11:00:00 EDT

David Brender will discuss the importance of proper grounding and bonding at APCO 2014 Conference & Expo. He will share case histories related to communication facilities that were disrupted by lightning strikes or inadequate electrical grounding systems, and highlight how adapting the power quality infrastructure can benefit any facility that operates electronic equipment.

Federal Reduction of Lead in Drinking Water Act Prompts New Educational Piping Video

Tue, 22 Apr 2014 12:00:00 EDT

In response to new legislation, the Copper Development Association offers a new resource for those working with lead-free copper alloys.

Designing a Desert Oasis: Achieving LEED Certification With Copper

Thu, 10 Oct 2013 00:00:00 EDT

Together with GreenCE, the Copper Development Association (CDA) has developed a two-part video case study, highlighting the craftsmanship of the Health Sciences Education Building at The University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix (HSEB) as one of the most innovative, sustainable construction projects in the United States utilizing copper.

Call for Entries: 2014 North American Copper in Architecture Awards

Wed, 2 Oct 2013 15:00:00 EDT

Submissions for the 2014 North American Copper in Architecture (NACIA) awards program are now being accepted. The Copper Development Association (CDA), in collaboration with the Canadian Copper & Brass Development Association (CCBDA), is looking for the most innovative projects across the United States and Canada that are designed with copper and the alloys.

Jersey Shore Boardwalk Fire Serves as Cautionary Tale for Property Owners

Tue, 1 Oct 2013 00:00:00 EDT

A destructive boardwalk fire on the Jersey Shore that left the charred remains of more than 50 businesses along a six-block stretch was a result of electrical wiring being damaged by Superstorm Sandy.

Apprentices Compete for Title at 26th Annual UA Competition

Thu, 5 Sep 2013 00:00:00 EDT

North America’s top apprentices gathered once again at the Washtenaw Community College in Ann Arbor, MI, to showcase their unique skills and knowledge of their craft at the 26th Annual International Apprenticeship Competition.

Copper Industry Launches App for Plumbers, HVAC Techs and Contractors

Thu, 18 Jul 2013 00:00:00 EDT

Whether you’re working with copper in the field or in the home, CDA’s new Copper Tube Handbook App makes it easier and quicker to find all you need to know about copper tube, piping and fitting, as well as different joining methods and applications.

Expanded Plumbing How-To Video Series Makes Working with Copper Easier

Mon, 1 Jul 2013 00:00:00 EDT

Plumbers, contractors and technicians now have two new educational videos to refer to when installing or working with copper for plumbing and medical gas applications.

Copper Industry Honors Churches

Fri, 28 Jun 2013 00:00:00 EDT

A courthouse where a landmark civil rights case took place, a high school in New York City named after the 26th U.S. President and a historic Presbyterian church near the famed "Magnificent Mile" are among this year top honorees receiving a North American Copper in Architecture Award.

New Challenge Launched To Showcase The Beauty Of Copper In The Home

Thu, 6 Jun 2013 00:00:00 EDT

Entrants can be homeowners or designers who have a creative aesthetic use of copper in any of these four categories: Kitchen and Bath, Living Space and Outdoor/Garden and Decorative Artwork. Deadline is October 15, 2013.

CDA Press Releases: May 24, 2013, Sustainability in the Desert: Video Case Study Offers CE Credit for Architects

Wed, 22 May 2013 03:00:00 EDT

Inspired by its surrounding southwestern landscape, the Health Sciences Education Building (HSEB) at The University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix is one of the most innovative construction projects in the United States utilizing predominately recycled copper.

CDA Press Releases: March 22, 2013, Motor Management Best Practices Part 1: Creating a Motor Inventory, Repair/Replace Guidelines

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 03:00:00 EDT

CDA recommends adopting a motor management program, which examines a facility's needs whether to replace an old worn-out motor or specify a new unit.

CDA Press Releases: Sept. 19, 2012, Stormwater Roof Runoff Goes Green

Wed, 19 Sep 2012 03:00:00 EDT

An important scientific study is beginning, with implications for developers and building owners who want to use copper roofing components for their durability, beauty and value.

CDA Press Releases: August 28, 2012, 25th UA Competition Crowns North America's Most Skilled Apprentices

Tue, 28 Aug 2012 03:00:00 EDT

This year CDA celebrated its 25th year assisting with the UA's Instructor Training Program and Apprenticeship Competition in Ann Arbor. Six tradesmen were awarded for their stellar work in copper pipefitting, welding, sprinklerfitting, HVAC and plumbing.

CDA Press Releases: July 11, 2012, "Green Metal" Is an Essential Element for Renewable Energy

Wed, 11 Jul 2012 03:00:00 EDT

Copper is an essential element for renewable energy. A new market study on the generation of electricity from renewable energy sources such as wind, solar and geothermal found that copper usage intensity is typically four to six times higher for renewables than fossil fuels.

CDA Press Releases: April 22, 2012 Celebrating Earth Day and the World's Oldest Recyclable Metal.

Sun, 22 Apr 2012 03:00:00 EDT

Copper products are extremely durable, have long life spans, are low maintenance and require little repair or replacement, which makes them perfect for recycling and re-use.

CDA Press Releases: April 1, 2012: U.S. Grid Energy Storage Market is Strong and Poised for Exponential Growth

Sun, 1 Apr 2012 03:00:00 EDT

The projected increase in the U.S. market for grid energy storage devices could result in an increase in the demand for copper over the next five years.

CDA Press Releases: January 30, 2012, How Do You Buy an Electric Car? The Copper Development Association (CDA) Takes its Blog Readers on a Ride with the Nissan LEAF

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 03:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association (CDA) takes its readers on a ride with CopperTalk's blogger, John Hipchen, on a step-by-step EV adventure.

CDA Press Releases: October 20, 2011, Study Proves New Technology Kills Bacteria

Thu, 20 Oct 2011 03:00:00 EDT

The CDC estimates that in the U.S., hospital acquired infections kill 100,000 people and cost $45 billion annually. A recent study proves new technology kills bacteria that cause hospital infections and reduces infection rates.

CDA Press Releases: September 12, 2011, Copper Helps Serve and Protect Along Lightning Alley

Mon, 12 Sep 2011 03:00:00 EDT

Grounding upgrades add dependability and safeguard a sheriff's department.

CDA Press Releases: Sept 11, 2011, North America's Top Apprentices Go Head-to-Head in Ann Arbor

Sun, 11 Sep 2011 03:00:00 EDT

The 24th UA Apprenticeship Competition showcases aptitude for proper joining techniques.

CDA Press Releases: July 6, 2011, Boston's New Data Center Provides Uninterrupted Service

Wed, 6 Jul 2011 03:00:00 EDT

A data center serves as the memory of any commercial, industrial or government facility so that the reliability of the electric power and the power quality must be exceptionally high.

CDA Press Releases: July 1, 2011, New Technology Kills Bacteria That Cause Hospital Infections

Fri, 1 Jul 2011 03:00:00 EDT

Initial study results were presented at the World Health Organization's 1st International Conference on Prevention and Infection Control (ICPIC) in Geneva, Switzerland on July 1, 2011.

CDA Press Releases: June 28, 2011, Happy Birthday Lady Liberty: Copper

Tue, 28 Jun 2011 03:00:00 EDT

She's been a proud symbol of our nation's freedom and has stood the test of time - with the help of the 31 tons (62,000 pounds) of copper, the mighty metal that continues to be a sustainable, recyclable material widely used today.

CDA Press Releases: May 24, 2011, Copper Industry Launches New DIY Architectural and Plumbing Videos

Tue, 24 May 2011 03:00:00 EDT

The "Do It Proper with Copper" video series presents a second installment of DIY how-to videos. The short, instructional videos are designed to illustrate exactly how to use copper in plumbing, architecture and building and construction projects.

CDA Press Releases: May 6, 2011, Sustainability Leads the Way for 2011 North American Copper in Architecture Awards

Fri, 6 May 2011 03:00:00 EDT

The 2011 copper award program recipients showcase versatility, preservation, with an emphasis on sustainability. Entries were evaluated based upon overall building design, integration of copper, craft of copper installation and excellence in innovation or historic restoration.

CDA Press Releases: March 28, 2011, Witness the Power of Antimicrobial Copper: You're Invited to a Live Experiment in a Worldwide Webcast - 9 a.m. EDST, April 4

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 03:00:00 EDT

Watch how infection-causing bacteria dies on copper surfaces in a live experiment, 9 a.m. EDST, April 4. You will be able to see through a powerful microscope how MRSA, the bacteria responsible for numerous hospital-acquired infections and one of the world&#39s deadliest microbes, dies on Antimicrobial Copper touch surfaces.

CDA Press Releases: November 5, 2010 - Copper and the Brake Pad Partnership

Fri, 5 Nov 2010 03:00:00 EDT

Copper and the Brake Pad Partnership: California and Washington State laws mandate a reduction in the amount of copper used in brake pads. The Copper Development Association Supports the Partnership Conclusion.

CDA Press Releases: October 14, 2010, Nation's Top Apprentices Square Off in Ann Arbor

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 03:00:00 EDT

There was a buzz around the campus of Washtenaw Community College in Ann Arbor, MI, as spectators watched the nation's best plumbers, welders and pipefitters showcase their talents.

CDA Press Releases: September 15, 2010, What Antimicrobial Copper Means For Healthcare Facilities

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 03:00:00 EDT

Long before the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency registered copper as an antimicrobial, many ancient cultures used it to fight infection.

CDA Press Releases: July 7, 2010 Top Copper Projects Awarded For Architectural Brilliance

Wed, 7 Jul 2010 03:00:00 EDT

From a 150-year-old Gothic cathedral with clad copper archways built in the Old South, to a historic government landmark featuring replica bronze gargoyles in Canada's top tourist destination - both are projects being honored in the North American Copper in Architecture (NACIA) awards program this year.

CDA Press Releases: March 10, 2010 Architectural and Plumbing How-To Video Series Makes Working with Copper Simple and Easy

Wed, 10 Mar 2010 03:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association (CDA) has produced a series of short, instructional how-to videos for anyone working with copper on architectural and plumbing projects.

CDA Press Releases: March 5, 2010 Take a Ride into the Future in Hybrid & Electric Cars

Fri, 5 Mar 2010 03:00:00 EST

Hybrid and electric automobiles will be the vehicles of the future. And copper will play a big role in their development, says Bob Weed, vice president of original equipment manufacturing for the Copper Development Association (CDA).

CDA Press Releases: March 1, 2010, New HOMETIME Series Features Copper Elements as Part of the Well-Designed Home

Mon, 1 Mar 2010 03:00:00 EST

A new energy-efficient home construction project being featured on the PBS HOMETIME show later this month will highlight the use of copper in the interior and exterior design of the house.

CDA Press Releases: February 1, 2010, Chocolate for Love and Copper

Mon, 1 Feb 2010 03:00:00 EST

Valentine's Day marks the time of year when we can all feel comfortable revealing our secret love affairs… with chocolate.

CDA Press Releases: December 11, 2009, Consider Copper Cookware for a Traditional Holiday Meal

Fri, 11 Dec 2009 03:00:00 EST

It's not too early to think about cooking for the holidays. Whether you're a professional chef or dust off your cookbooks once a year, consider copper in your kitchen. It's the perfect complement to the creation of a traditional holiday meal, according to the Copper Development Association.

CDA Press Releases: December 7, 2009, Top 10 Reasons Consumers Are Talking About the Smart Grid

Mon, 7 Dec 2009 03:00:00 EST

Imagine a day without using the Internet, email, a cell phone or a TV. Technology is as important to Americans as eating these days. But are we ready for the future? And what will it look like?

CDA Press Releases: October 15, 2009, Copper's Antimicrobial Properties to be on Display at Healthcare Design 2009 Conference

Thu, 15 Oct 2009 03:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association (CDA) will exhibit antimicrobial door hardware and hospital accessories made of various copper alloys at the Healthcare Design 2009 Conference in Orlando, FL, next month.

CDA Press Releases: October 6, 2009 - Looking for a Science Fair Project? Think Copper.

Tue, 6 Oct 2009 03:00:00 EDT

Kids now are back in school and soon it will be time to start on science projects. Students can get a head start on the research and choose copper as a topic, the multi-purpose metal that's been around for 10,000 years.

CDA Press Releases: August 2009 - International Apprenticeship Competition Showcases Young Tradesmen Honing Their Craft

Fri, 28 Aug 2009 03:00:00 EDT

With the heat pushing toward the triple digits, some of the nation's top apprentices were being pushed to the best of their abilities to weld, braze, solder, connect, calculate and troubleshoot.

CDA Press Releases: August 26, 2009, Study Evaluates Antimicrobial Power Of Silver-Ions Under Various Conditions

Wed, 26 Aug 2009 03:00:00 EDT

Silver and copper have been used for their antimicrobial properties for centuries. Now manufacturers are incorporating these metals into consumer products and making antimicrobial claims.

CDA Press Releases: July 30, 2009 - Zebra Mussels Overwhelm U.S. Waterways in

Thu, 30 Jul 2009 03:00:00 EDT

Zebra mussels, a tiny species of mollusks that has become a huge problem in U.S. waterways, cause millions of dollars of damage annually. When it comes to dealing with this chronic problem, industry and wildlife experts look to copper with some hope.

CDA Press Releases: July 22, 2009, New Research Is A Breath Of Fresh Air For Heating And Air Conditioning Units

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 03:00:00 EDT

Antimicrobial components being tested for increased efficiency and odor prevention.

CDA Press Releases: July 15, 2009, The Mettle of Metal: Copper Keeps the Statue of Liberty

Wed, 1 Jul 2009 03:00:00 EDT

Here's a trivia question for the 4th of July. Why is the Statue of Liberty green? Give credit to the 31 tons of copper that make up the Statue of Liberty.

CDA Press Releases: May 28, 2009, More for Your Money: Home Renovators Turn to Copper Products for Beauty, Function, Sustainable Value

Thu, 28 May 2009 03:00:00 EDT

In this tough economy, homeowners who can't afford to sell or buy new, choose copper products to update and add value to their homes.

CDA Press Releases: May 12, 2009, Richard C. Adkerson Named "Copper Man Of The Year"

Tue, 12 May 2009 03:00:00 EDT

On June 3, 2009, Richard C. Adkerson, president, chief executive officer and member of the board of directors of Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold, Inc. and member of the Copper Development Association Inc. will be honored with the prestigious Ankh Award, naming him Copper Man of the Year in recognition of his strong leadership at Freeport and in the global mining industry.

CDA Press Releases: October 29, 2008, First Results From Hospital Trials Show Pathogens Stay Close to Patients

Wed, 29 Oct 2008 03:00:00 EDT

Preliminary results from U.S. Department of Defense-funded clinical trials indicate that commonly touched surfaces in intensive care unit rooms are contaminated with high levels of potentially dangerous bacteria.

CDA Press Releases: October 13, 2008 -- Call For Entries: the 2009 North American Copper in Arachitecture Awards

Mon, 13 Oct 2008 03:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association Inc. (CDA) is accepting entries for its 2009 North American Copper in Architecture Awards.

CDA Press Releases: August 19, 2008, Landmark Seagram Building Celebrates 50 Years

Tue, 19 Aug 2008 03:00:00 EDT

One of New York City's biggest celebrities-38 stories tall and a city block wide-is celebrating its 50th anniversary.

CDA Press Releases: July 10, 2008, Ava Maria-A Vision in Copper

Thu, 10 Jul 2008 03:00:00 EDT

The first Catholic university established in 40 years is being built, and roofed, with long-term sustainability in mind.

CDA Press Releases: June 26, 2008, Copper Industry Honors Recipients Of Architecture Awards Program

Thu, 26 Jun 2008 03:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association (CDA), in collaboration with the Canadian Copper & Brass Development Association (CCBDA), has announced the recipients of the North American Copper in Architecture Awards program.

CDA Press Releases: April 17, 2008, Cutting-Edge Science Project on Antimicrobial Copper Wins Top Honors

Thu, 17 Apr 2008 03:00:00 EDT

It started with a homemade rocket launcher that his grandfather helped him make in order to win the third-grade science fair. Three years later, Michael Stockwell was busy trying to research alternative food sources for the monarch butterfly.

CDA Press Releases: March 25, 2008, U.S. EPA Approves Registration of Antimicrobial Copper Alloys

Tue, 25 Mar 2008 03:00:00 EDT

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved the registration of antimicrobial copper alloys, with public health claims. These public health claims acknowledge that copper, brass and bronze are capable of killing harmful, potentially deadly bacteria. Copper is the first solid surface material to receive this type of EPA registration, which is supported by extensive antimicrobial efficacy testing.

CDA Press Releases: February 14, 2008, Keeping Warm And Cool With Copper

Thu, 14 Feb 2008 03:00:00 EST

As the cost of heating oil and natural gas has spiked in the past few years, more homeowners are seeking alternatives to heat their homes in winter and cool them in summer. Direct-Exchange (DX) Geothermal heating and cooling systems may be the answer they are looking for.

CDA Press Releases: November 15, 2007 Congressional Funds Awarded for Testing of Antimicrobial Copper Metals

Thu, 15 Nov 2007 03:00:00 EST

Congressionally appropriated funds to continue clinical trails determining the antimicrobial effectiveness of copper, brass and bronze have been awarded to the Copper Development Association, announced CDA President Andrew G. Kireta Sr.

CDA Press Releases: October 26, 2007, Copper Development Association Offers Free Guides to Ampacity Adjustments for Wire and Cable Derating for Commercial Buildings

Fri, 26 Oct 2007 03:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association announces two new guides for sizing the wires and cables inside conduits on rooftops in accordance with the 2008 National Electrical Code (NEC). Available free from CDA, these two publications make it easy to estimate temperatures inside electrical conduits at various heights above the rooftop for hundreds of cities across the US and make the necessary ampacity adjustments required by the Code.

CDA Press Releases: October 17, 2007

Wed, 17 Oct 2007 03:00:00 EDT

Clinical trials focusing on the ability of copper metals to kill deadly pathogens, such as methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA), on touch surfaces are being conducted in hospital facilities in New York City and Charleston, South Carolina.

CDA Press Releases: August 27, 2007, Copper Roof Crowns $1.3 Million Saratoga Track Renovation

Mon, 27 Aug 2007 03:00:00 EDT

Every August since 1864, the oldest operating racetrack in the country, Saratoga Race Course, has drawn betting fans, vacationers, celebrities and the elite echelons of high society by the thousands to this woodsy whistle-stop in upstate New York.

CDA Press Releases: August 8, 2007, Seeing is Believing: Actor Tours Four Wired Homes

Wed, 8 Aug 2007 03:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association has produced a new multimedia CD-ROM titled "Structured Wiring for Today's Homes - Homeowner edition" hosted by actor John Ratzenberger (who played "Cliff Claven" in Cheers and is host of Made in America). The CD-ROM is available free of charge upon request from CDA.

CDA Press Releases: August 1, 2007, Federal Funding Awarded To Test Antimicrobial Properties Of Copper Metal

Wed, 1 Aug 2007 03:00:00 EDT

Congressionally appropriated funds to determine the antimicrobial effectiveness of copper, brass and bronze have been awarded to the Copper Development Association, announced CDA President Andrew G. Kireta Sr.

CDA Press Releases: July 25,2007 - U.S. Copper Consumption Sees Small Decline in 2006

Wed, 25 Jul 2007 03:00:00 EDT

U.S. copper usage dipped slightly to 7,461 million pounds in 2006, a 2.6% decrease from 2005's 7,660 million pounds.

CDA Press Releases: March 19, 2007 U.K. Hospital to test Copper's Ability to Fight Germs

Mon, 19 Mar 2007 03:00:00 EDT

Beginning in April 2007, Selly Oak Hospital in Birmingham, U.K., will be participating in an 18-month clinical trial to test whether copper alloy touch surfaces help reduce the incidence of deadly Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) in their facility. Trials are also being planned for hospitals in the United States.

CDA Press Releases: February 7, 2007, Homeowners Should Choose Lower Gauge

Wed, 7 Feb 2007 03:00:00 EST

When homeowners are rewiring their homes, electricians may give them a choice between 12 AWG or 14 AWG (American Wire Gauge). The Copper Development Association recommends that homeowners opt for the lower number. When it comes to electrical wiring, a lower gauge number means larger wires with lower electrical resistance, and that translates into greater load-carrying capacity.

CDA Press Releases: February 7, 2007, CDA Offers Free CD-ROM on Communications Wiring

Wed, 7 Feb 2007 03:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association has completed production on a new CD-ROM that informs and educates homeowners about the growing importance of residential communications wiring.

CDA Press Releases: February 7, 2007, Home Networking in the Kitchen Is on the Rise

Wed, 7 Feb 2007 03:00:00 EST

According to the Copper Development Association, computers are showing up in the darnedest places. Not long ago, one computer in the home was enough. Typically, it would be in a den or home office. Soon after, the kids needed Internet access in their rooms to do their homework and messenger their friends.

CDA Press Releases: October 6, 2006; CDA's James Weflen Dies in California

Fri, 6 Oct 2006 03:00:00 EDT

James O. Weflen, 56, former Western regional manager for the Copper Development Association, died unexpectedly September 26, in Encinitas, California.

CDA Press Releases: September 5, 2006; STUDY SHOWS COPPER SURFACES ELIMINATE MRSA

Tue, 5 Sep 2006 03:00:00 EDT

Scientists at the University of Southampton in the U.K. have found that Methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA) cannot survive on pure copper surfaces for more than 45 minutes. MRSA is an infectious bacterium that responds to only the strongest antibiotics and is a cause of often-fatal hospital infections in both the U.K. and the United States. The study, published in the July 2006 issue of the Journal of Hospital Infection, assesses the ability of copper and brass to eradicate strains of MRSA compared with that of stainless steel, which is commonly used for work and touch surfaces in healthcare facilities.

CDA Press Releases: August 7, 2006 - "Prairie Skyscraper" Exhibition Opens at National Building Museum

Mon, 7 Aug 2006 03:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association (CDA) is pleased to announce its sponsorship of "Prairie Skyscraper: Frank Lloyd Wright's Price Tower," an exhibition at the National Building Museum that honors the 50th anniversary of the completion of the historic building in Bartlesville, Oklahoma.

CDA Press Releases: July 25, 2006 - CDA Offers Portable Electric Power Tips and Tricks

Tue, 25 Jul 2006 03:00:00 EDT

A portable or backup power generator is a handy household utility that has been growing in popularity among homeowners in recent years, says the Copper Development Association. Manufacturers are producing quiet, lightweight models that are convenient for recreation and emergencies.

CDA Press Releases: July 6, 2006 - Conference To Examine Global Copper Markets And Economic Outlook

Thu, 6 Jul 2006 03:00:00 EDT

Sandra Pianalto, president and CEO of the Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland, will examine U.S. economic and monetary policy at the Global Market Trends Conference, September 6-8 in Oak Brook, Illinois. She joins ten other speakers who will focus on the international copper industry and its markets now and through the coming year.

CDA Press Releases: June 13, 2006 - Outdoor Plumbing Makes a Comeback

Tue, 13 Jun 2006 03:00:00 EDT

The term "outdoor plumbing" may prompt unpleasant memories for anyone born before bathrooms moved indoors, but modern homeowners might want to consider adding exterior water service for convenience all around their homes.

CDA Press Releases: April 12, 2006 - Super-efficient Motors with Copper Rotors Enter U.S. Market.

Wed, 12 Apr 2006 03:00:00 EDT

A practical die-cast copper rotor for electric motors has been the "holy grail" for motor manufacturers for many years.

CDA Press Release: April 3, 2006 - Copper Soldering and Brazing Guidelines Now Available in Spanish

Mon, 3 Apr 2006 03:00:00 EDT

With the United States still riding a record five-year surge in new housing construction, the demand for skilled construction workers remains strong. And, like many industries, construction and contracting has seen a tremendous increase in the number of native Spanish-speaking tradesmen, who now account for approximately one-fifth of all worksite personnel.

CDA Press Releases: January 11, 2006 - A House Isn't A Home Without Copper

Wed, 11 Jan 2006 03:00:00 EST

Here's a fact you may not be aware of: Without copper wiring and plumbing, many of the appliances and building systems that residential builders install for their clients simply wouldn't work.

CDA Press Releases: January 11, 2006 - Easy-To-Install Copper Roofing Shingles

Wed, 11 Jan 2006 03:00:00 EST

Builders can now install copper roofs as easily as any other roofing material, thanks to the availability of new lightweight copper shingles, according to the Copper Development Association (CDA).

CDA Press Releases: January 11, 2006 - Builders Can Earn Federal Energy Tax Credits With Highly Efficient Geothermal Heating/Cooling Systems

Wed, 11 Jan 2006 03:00:00 EST

Thanks to the new federal energy act, homebuilders now have an economic incentive to build energy-efficient homes that not only help homeowners save money on their utility bills, but also are also much better for the environment.

CDA Press Releases: January 11, 2006 - Communications Wiring Report Card

Wed, 11 Jan 2006 03:00:00 EST

Recognizing that many homebuyers are not experts in communications wiring, the Copper Development Association has developed a blank "report card" to help them get the wiring they need for today's - and tomorrow's - communications requirements when shopping for a new home.

CDA Press Releases: January 11, 2006 - New NFPA Code May Increase Installation Of Residential Fire Sprinklers

Wed, 11 Jan 2006 03:00:00 EST

Copper tubing, long the standard in home plumbing systems, is also recommended for builders now faced with installing automatic residential fire sprinkler systems, according to the Copper Development Association (CDA).

CDA Press Releases: November 21, 2005, High Tech Wiring Is Best For High Definition

Mon, 21 Nov 2005 03:00:00 EST

Consumers are migrating in large numbers to high-definition television. According to the Copper Development Association (CDA), HDTV is not just high definition, it is also digital. In the home, these signals are routed to a HDTV via high-bandwidth communications cables.

CDA Press Releases: November 21, 2005, Old Homes Need Checkups on Wiring

Mon, 21 Nov 2005 03:00:00 EST

Homes age just as people do. Sooner or later, both will require checkups. According to David Brender, national program manager for the Copper Development Association, as the baby boomers reach late maturity and old age, so goes the housing. The average age of the housing stock in the United States reflects the aging of its population, because a building boom accompanied the baby boom of the 1950s and 1960s to accommodate millions of new families and their children.

CDA Press Releases: October 6, 2005 - Copper Makes an Entrance on "Hometime"

Thu, 6 Oct 2005 03:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association (CDA) recently collaborated with the long-running PBS home improvement television series, "Hometime," to give a Minneapolis couple a dramatic new front entryway to their home.

CDA Press Releases: September 19, 2005, Don't "Fall" Behind on Plumbing Maintenance

Thu, 15 Sep 2005 03:00:00 EDT

Cool autumn weekends are ideal for catching up on home maintenance projects that were better avoided during the dog days of summer. One item that should be on every homeowner's "to do" list is protecting your home's plumbing system from cold temperatures, which can cause pipes to freeze and burst.

CDA Press Releases: September 12, 2005, Copper Development Association Donates Copper Roofing for Missouri Camp's 'Extreme Makeover'

Mon, 12 Sep 2005 03:00:00 EDT

Copper roofing, flashing and a custom built cupola cap a new residence at Camp Barnabas in Purdy, Mo. The Copper Development Association (CDA), which represents manufacturers of copper used in a variety of building products, recently contributed 6,000 square feet of copper sheet metal for the largest "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" renovation to date - a summer camp in Southwest Missouri for children with special needs.

CDA Press Releases: July 19, 2005 - "Wired Homes" Are Still A Dream For Many

Tue, 19 Jul 2005 03:00:00 EDT

According to the Copper Development Association, many new homes continue to be built with inadequate communications wiring for computers, entertainment systems and other forms of sophisticated home electronics. "Homebuyers are increasingly savvy about how they want their homes to be wired," says John Cowie, who tracks telecommunications applications for CDA. "In today's dream homes, high-performance communications are essential."

CDA Press Releases: June 29, 2005, After 173 Days in Space, Copper Impactor Gets Ready to Hit Fast-Moving Comet

Wed, 29 Jun 2005 03:00:00 EDT

There will be more than fireworks exploding in the sky this Fourth of July. While most Americans enjoy local parades, backyard barbecues and the company of friends, NASA will be blasting open a comet far out in space, hoping to uncover valuable information about the nature and origins of the solar system.

CDA Press Releases: June 20, 2005, Going Green? Why Copper Is The Right Choice

Mon, 20 Jun 2005 03:00:00 EDT

As the world's population continues to grow, increasing the demand on natural resources, many builders and consumers are realizing the importance of using recycled building materials wherever possible to create less impact on the land and to save energy.

CDA Press Releases: June 14, 2005, House Wiring "Bundles" Could Be a Fire Hazard

Tue, 14 Jun 2005 03:00:00 EDT

New Research Leads to Electrical Code Change. Almost every home has electrical cables bundled together in various locations, and those bundled wires typically run through holes in the wood framing. Do such bundles get hot enough to create a fire hazard?

CDA Press Releases: June 10, 2005 - George Hartley

Fri, 10 Jun 2005 03:00:00 EDT

George M. Hartley, 82, former president of the Copper Development Association Inc., died June 4 in Hilton Head, S.C.

CDA Press Releases: April 11, 2005, Function, Not Fashion, Rules In Home Buying

Mon, 11 Apr 2005 03:00:00 EDT

In the excitement of purchasing or building a new home, buyers often find it difficult to tell which features add real value to the home and which are merely "window dressing."

CDA Press Releases: April 5, 2005, Love to Barbecue? You're Not Alone - So Why not Make It A Permanent Arrangement?

Tue, 5 Apr 2005 03:00:00 EDT

Barbecuing is one of the nation's most popular summer pastimes with most grill owners firing up at least 22 times between mid-May to September.

CDA Press Releases: January 13, 2005 - Recycling Copper

Thu, 13 Jan 2005 03:00:00 EST

Recycling aluminum, plastic and glass products is second nature in many households today. But potential homebuyers don't often realize that building products made from copper, such as plumbing tube, electrical wire, roofing and gutters, are also recyclable.

CDA Press Releases: January 13, 2005 - Copper Surfaces

Thu, 13 Jan 2005 03:00:00 EST

New research indicates that a copper surface is more effective at preventing the spread of germs than stainless steel, according to the Copper Development Association (CDA).

CDA Press Releases: January 13, 2005 - Electrical Wiring Risk

Thu, 13 Jan 2005 03:00:00 EST

When you're up in an attic on a sunny summer day, you know the meaning of hot. If there's a dark-color roof on the house, the heat buildup can be especially unbearable. Well, pity that home's electrical wiring - it has to perform in this superheated environment day after day.

CDA Press Releases: January 13, 2005 - Copper's Competitive Edge

Thu, 13 Jan 2005 03:00:00 EST

Gas appliances, from high-end kitchen ranges and see-through fireplaces to outdoor barbecues, are among today's hottest homebuyer options. And, when installed using copper tubing, builders and their homebuyers realize significant cost-benefits, according to Andy Kireta Jr, national program manager for the Copper Development Association.

CDA Press Releases: CDA and AMM to Host Third Annual Market Trends Forum

Wed, 17 Nov 2004 03:00:00 EST

Eight speakers will offer expert outlooks and identify trends for the copper industry in 2005, on December 9 at the New York Helmsley Hotel. The forum is presented by the Copper Development Association and American Metal Market...

CDA Press Releases: November 11, 2004: Arthur Cohen Arthur Cohen (1931-2004)

Thu, 11 Nov 2004 03:00:00 EST

Arthur Cohen, 73, died November 10 after a brief illness in Albuquerque, N.M. Cohen retired from the Copper Development Association Inc. in 1997 after serving 30 years as manager of standards and safety engineering...

CDA Press Releases: October 27, 2004

Wed, 27 Oct 2004 03:00:00 EDT

In its search for the nation's oldest surviving copper plumbing system - a quest prompted by the historic fact that copper tubing was introduced some 75 years ago...

CDA Press Releases: October 20, 2004, Top Ten Wiring Hazards Threaten Life and Property

Wed, 20 Oct 2004 03:00:00 EDT

In the interest of assuring that electric power remains our friend, the Copper Development Association has developed a "Top Ten List of Electrical Hazards in the Home"...

CDA Press Releases: October 14, 2004, New Study Finds Attic Temperatures Can Pose Serious Risk

Thu, 14 Oct 2004 03:00:00 EDT

If you've ever been up in your attic on a sunny summer day, you know the meaning of hot. If you have a dark-color roof on your house, the heat buildup in the attic can be unbearable...

CDA Press Releases: October 11, 2004

Mon, 11 Oct 2004 03:00:00 EDT

In recent years, a new market has taken a shine to man's oldest metal-lightweight copper roofing shingles, more homeowners are choosing copper roofs for reasons both aesthetic and practical...

CDA Press Releases: July 1, 2004 - U.S. Copper Usage Down in 2003

Thu, 1 Jul 2004 03:00:00 EDT

U.S. copper usage dropped for the third year in a row. The 2003 level of 6,984 million pounds is a 4.6% decrease from the revised 2002 level of 7,324 million pounds.

CDA Press Releases: June 28, 2004 - Weathering Storms With a Portable Generator

Mon, 28 Jun 2004 03:00:00 EDT

Where power failures on a grand scale are concerned, 2003 was a year for the record books. A rolling blackout from Maine to the Midwest stranded millions in the midst of an August heat wave, and then Hurricane Isabel left communities along the East Coast without electricity.

CDA Press Releases: May 24, 2004 - New Study Shows Copper Could Control MRSA Contamination

Mon, 24 May 2004 03:00:00 EDT

A new study holds promise for stemming MRSA contamination by using copper alloys for surfaces in healthcare facilities. Doctors C. William Keevil and J.O. Noyce of the University of Southampton, U.K., reported the study here today at a meeting of the American Society for Microbiology.

CDA Press Releases: February 12, 2004 - T-Drill Becomes First Associate Member of CDA

Thu, 12 Feb 2004 03:00:00 EST

T-Drill Industries, Inc., has been accepted as an associate member company of the Copper Development Association. "This marks the first change in our membership structure in 40 years," said CDA President and CEO Andrew G. Kireta Sr.

CDA Press Releases: January 19, 2004 - Copper Development Association Streamlines Web Site

Mon, 19 Jan 2004 03:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association Inc. (CDA) has streamlined its popular www.copper.org Web site, making it easier for builders, homebuyers and homeowners to find information online about the benefits of copper residential building products.

CDA Press Releases: January 19, 2004 - Copper Adorns The New American Home "Smart House Loft"

Mon, 19 Jan 2004 03:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association (CDA), is pleased to announce its participation in "The New American Home" annual showcase project, cosponsored by the National Council of the Housing Industry (NCHI) and Builder Magazine.

CDA Press Releases: January 19, 2004 - Copper "Tops" For New Homes Or Remodeling

Mon, 19 Jan 2004 03:00:00 EST

Homebuilders know there are a thousand and one - or more - decisions that have to be made between the start and finish of any project.

CDA Press Releases: Copper Development Association Gives Builders Tips On Wiring New Homes For Safety And Satisfaction

Mon, 19 Jan 2004 03:00:00 EST

According to the Copper Development Association Inc. (CDA), builders can offer a higher level of safety and satisfaction to new-home buyers by ensuring that residential wiring systems provide the capacity and performance that homebuyers expect.

CDA Press Releases: January 19, 2004 - How Dependable Is Your Plumbing?

Mon, 19 Jan 2004 03:00:00 EST

When it comes to plumbing systems, copper is the least likely material to cause problems. To help builders and homebuyers make educated decisions when it comes to plumbing, the Copper Development Association has developed a 12-Point Plumbing Test.

CDA Press Releases: October 22, 2003 - CDA Gives Remodelers Ten Reasons for "Rewiring When Remodeling"

Wed, 22 Oct 2003 03:00:00 EDT

According to the Copper Development Association Inc., remodelers can offer a higher level of safety and satisfaction to their customers by ensuring that residential wiring systems are inspected and upgraded when remodeling.

CDA Press Releases: August 28, 2003 - CDA Supports ISH North America Trade Show

Thu, 28 Aug 2003 03:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association joins 22 other groups and associations in endorsing and supporting the ISH North America trade show, October 1-3, 2003, at the new Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino Convention Center in Las Vegas.

CDA Press Releases: June 30, 2003 - U.S. Copper Usage Down in 2002

Mon, 30 Jun 2003 03:00:00 EDT

U.S. copper usage dropped for the second year in a row. The 2002 level of 7,313 million pounds is a 6.0% decrease from the revised 2001 level of 7,780 million pounds. Exports of mill products in 2002 fell also, down 7.1% to 735 million pounds. Imports, at 909 million pounds, decreased 8.3% from the previous year.

CDA Press Releases: May 15, 2003 - New Study Shows Copper Could Control Listeria Contamination

Thu, 15 May 2003 03:00:00 EDT

A new study conducted in the U.K. holds promise for stemming Listeria contamination using copper alloys for food processing surfaces. Doctors C. William Keevil and Sandra A. Wilks of the University of Southampton, U.K., reported the study here today at a meeting of the American Society for Microbiology.

CDA Press Releases: January 15, 2003 - CD-ROM From CDA Explains Residential Communications Wiring to Homebuilders

Wed, 15 Jan 2003 03:00:00 EST

An all-new CD-ROM created to inform and educate homebuilders on the growing importance of residential communications wiring was distributed at the 2003 International Builders Show in Las Vegas, January 21-24.

CDA Press Releases: January 15, 2003 - CDA Celebrates the 75th Anniversary of Copper Plumbing

Wed, 15 Jan 2003 03:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association (CDA) is conducting a nationwide search to determine the oldest residential copper plumbing installation in the United States. The search is part of the industry's celebration of the 75thanniversary of copper plumbing.

CDA Press Releases: January 15, 2003 - Copper Shines In homeDestinations Showcase

Wed, 15 Jan 2003 03:00:00 EST

With its copper roofs gleaming in the desert sun, a "wellness center," indoor sport court, and billiards and wine rooms, the ultra-upscale homeDestinations showcase project is expected to draw the attention of not only thousands of professionals attending this year's International Building Show, but also the trade and consumer media from across the nation.

CDA Press Releases: January 15, 2003 - CDA Market Trends Forum Looks at Major Copper Uses

Wed, 15 Jan 2003 03:00:00 EST

More than 120 executives of leading U.S. copper producers and fabricators heard guardedly optimistic reports at a market trends forum hosted here in December by the Copper Development Association.

CDA Press Releases: January 15, 2003 - Homeowner-Friendly Information Added to CDA's the Copper Page Web Site

Wed, 15 Jan 2003 03:00:00 EST

An all-new, home- and shelter-oriented Internet feature section designed to provide information in a lively, entertaining format for homeowners, home builders and consumers has been added to the Copper Development Association's existing Web site, The Copper Page.

CDA Press Releases: November 14, 2002 - CDA Offers New CD-Rom Free to Electrical & Communications Contractors and Installers

Thu, 14 Nov 2002 03:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association today announced a new CD-ROM that informs and educates installers about the growing importance of residential communications wiring.

CDA Press Releases: October 18, 2002 - Dealing with Workplace Dangers is Focus of Scottsdale Symposium

Fri, 18 Oct 2002 03:00:00 EDT

How employers safeguard employees in today's work environments is the focus of a one-day conference to be held in Scottsdale, Arizona, November 12, sponsored by the Copper Development Association.

CDA Press Releases: October 4, 2002 - Homeowner-friendly Internet Information Added To "The Copper Page" Web Site

Fri, 4 Oct 2002 03:00:00 EDT

An all-new Internet feature section designed specifically for homeowners and consumers has been added to "The Copper Page" Web site hosted by the Copper Development Association Inc. (CDA).

CDA Press Releases: October 4, 2002 - CDA To Host December Market Trends Forum

Fri, 4 Oct 2002 03:00:00 EDT

A December 3, 2002, discussion of Market Trends in a Challenging Economic Environment, sponsored by the Copper Development Association, will be held at the New York Helmsley Hotel. Kevin J. Bannon, executive vice president and chief investment officer at the Bank of New York will provide an assessment of current economic conditions and a 2003 outlook, based upon the global environment and the effects of related trade issues on the domestic economy.

CDA Press Releases: September 15, 2002 - Copper Association to Host Health & Safety Symposium

Sun, 15 Sep 2002 03:00:00 EDT

A comprehensive conference on health and safety concerns will be held in Scottsdale, Arizona, November 12, sponsored by the Copper Development Association.

CDA Press Releases: August 21st, 2002 - Copper Makes for Faster Home Networks

Wed, 21 Aug 2002 03:00:00 EDT

More and more computers are talking with each other - and it's a good thing, because more than 160 million Americans belong to households with access to the Internet.

CDA Press Releases: August 21st, 2002 - Saving the Planet - One House at a Time

Wed, 21 Aug 2002 03:00:00 EDT

Happiness is never having to pay another energy bill - which is the goal of an innovative home-building demonstration project currently underway in the Atlanta suburbs.

CDA Press Releases: August 15th, 2002 - Copper "Tops" Plastic Plumbing For New Homes or Remodeling

Thu, 15 Aug 2002 03:00:00 EDT

Professional home builders and remodelers know there are a thousand and one-or more-decisions that have to be made between the start and finish of any project.

CDA Press Releases: July 16th, 2002 - Copper Tubing Adds Convenience to Outdoor Gas Grills

Tue, 16 Jul 2002 03:00:00 EDT

Barbecuing outdoors on a gas grill used to be easy. But that was before new safety rules regulating the use of refillable gas grill tanks rolled across the summertime landscape like rain on a picnic.

CDA Press Releases: July 2nd, 2002 - Educational Tool Shows How to Save Energy through the Purchase of Efficient Motors and Transformers

Tue, 2 Jul 2002 03:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association today announced a new CD-ROM, titled "Premium-Efficiency Motors & Transformers," available free-of-charge to anyone seeking to cut energy costs in industrial and commercial facilities.

CDA Press Releases: May 27th, 2002 - Copper in the Long Haul

Mon, 27 May 2002 03:00:00 EDT

This article looks at some of the opportunities and threats facing the top six North American copper markets, which combined account for almost two-thirds of U.S. consumption.

CDA Press Releases: May 2, 2002 - Saving the Planet - One House at a Time

Thu, 2 May 2002 03:00:00 EDT

Combining energy-efficient construction design, techniques, materials and products, the Zero-Energy Cottage sets an example of just how self-sufficient a home can be. Its roof-mounted photoelectric solar panels provide virtually all of the electricity and hot water its occupants would need.

CDA Press Releases: February 8th, 2002 - Copper Roof Highlights This Old House Building Project With "Timeless" Qualities

Fri, 8 Feb 2002 03:00:00 EST

When This Old House magazine began designing their showcase home for the 2002 International Builders' Show, two themes quickly became apparent. First and foremost, the editors wanted a house that could be used to exhibit new products and trends in home design and construction.

CDA Press Releases: February 8th, 2002 - Copper Products Take Center Stage in Showcase Homes

Fri, 8 Feb 2002 03:00:00 EST

Copper building products and materials-from plumbing tube to high-tech wiring networks and even an elegant "barrel-vault" roof capped with copper panels-are being featured in no fewer than eight prominent demonstration homes currently underway in different parts of the United States.

CDA Press Releases: February 8th, 2002 - Valentine's Day Advice

Fri, 8 Feb 2002 03:00:00 EST

For many men nothing causes more stress and agony than finding a Valentine's gift that speaks of his love and affection, yet doesn't wipe him out financially.

CDA Press Releases: February 8th, 2002 - Copper Development Association Offers Soldering Specifications for Qualification Programs

Fri, 8 Feb 2002 03:00:00 EST

Responding to the need for a standardized procedure for the testing and qualification of solderers, the Copper Development Association Inc. (CDA) has launched a comprehensive soldering program initiative that is available at no cost and can be downloaded from Tube, Pipe & Fittings section.

CDA Press Releases: February 8th, 2002 - How Dependable Is Your Home's Plumbing?

Fri, 8 Feb 2002 03:00:00 EST

When it comes to plumbing systems, the indisputable fact is that copper is the least likely material to cause household problems. Yet even though more than 80 percent of homes in the United States rely on copper pipe and fittings, there is a growing use of plastics in plumbing systems, mainly because of lower material costs.

CDA Press Releases: February 8th, 2002 - Homeowner-Friendly Internet Section To Be Added To "The Copper Page" Web Site

Fri, 8 Feb 2002 03:00:00 EST

An all-new Internet feature section designed specifically for homeowners and consumers will soon be added to "The Copper Page" Web site hosted by the Copper Development Association Inc. (CDA).

CDA Press Releases: February 8th, 2002 - CDA Offers Customer-Contact Mailer to Electricians and Electrical Contractors

Fri, 8 Feb 2002 03:00:00 EST

A preprinted, ready-to-mail electrical information brochure that contractors, electricians and consumers will all find helpful is now available from the Copper Development Association Inc. (CDA).

CDA Press Releases: February 8th, 2002 - Copper Fuel-Gas Tubing Cuts Florida Utility Costs

Fri, 8 Feb 2002 03:00:00 EST

The homebuilding boom along southwest Florida's Gulf Coast offered an unprecedented growth opportunity in the 1990s to newly-merged utility TECO/Peoples Gas. But because local gas installers were having a difficult time matching the lower cost of electrical hookups, it looked as though the utility might miss out on a major portion of this potential new business.

CDA Press Releases: November 30, 2001 - CDA Offers Customer-Contact Mailer To Telecom Installers

Fri, 30 Nov 2001 03:00:00 EST

A ready-to-mail consumer brochure, containing the Top 10 Questions customers should ask themselves when evaluating their communications wiring needs, is available for communications wiring installers and systems integrators from the Copper Development Association Inc. (CDA).

CDA Press Releases: September 8, 2001 - Copper Development Association Supports
NEMA Premium™ Efficient Motor Program

Sat, 8 Sep 2001 03:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association (CDA) today announced its support of the National Electrical Manufacturers Association NEMA Premium™ Efficient Motor Program. This program represents the consensus of the U.S.

CDA Press Releases: August 24th, 2001 - Copper Tube Web Site Offers Latest Technical Information and Marketing Resources

Fri, 24 Aug 2001 03:00:00 EDT

Builders, contractors and installers can now access regularly updated information on all aspects of copper tube via the newly revised Copper Development Association tube, pipe and fittings Web site.

CDA Press Releases: August 22, 2001 - Top Municipal Officials and Industry Leaders to Examine Energy Solutions for California in Series of Forums

Wed, 22 Aug 2001 03:00:00 EDT

The California Energy Commission (CEC) and the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Industrial Technologies (DOE-OIT) BestPractices Program are jointly hosting a three-part series of forums for industrial managers focusing on "Energy Solutions for California Industry: Ways to Improve Operations and Profitability."

CDA Press Releases: July 27, 2001 Copper's Construction Marts Remain Strong

Fri, 27 Jul 2001 03:00:00 EDT

Copper consumption in building construction markets is holding up well. Preliminary data published by the Copper Development Association Inc. (CDA) show that 39 percent of the record 9.6 billion pounds of copper mill products shipped to the domestic market in 2000 went into the wire, cable, tube and sheet products that CDA classifies as important portions of the building construction sector.

CDA Press Releases: U.S. Copper Consumption Reaches Record High, Again

Tue, 10 Jul 2001 03:00:00 EDT

For the fifth-straight year domestic consumption of copper and copper alloy mill products reached a record high. The 2000 level of 9,551 million pounds is a 4.2% increase from the revised 1999 level of 9,169 million pounds and a 25.9% increase from 1995 levels.

CDA Press Releases: February 22, 2001 - Usage Increase Points to Rosy Future

Thu, 22 Feb 2001 03:00:00 EST

The applications for copper have gone through countless changes for 10 millennia, and the new millennium is no different. The more we use copper, the more we find out about the wondrous things it can do and what it can do for us.

CDA Press Releases: February 9th, 2001 - It's A Fact: Copper Is Our Most "Precious" Metal

Fri, 9 Feb 2001 03:00:00 EST

CDA Press Releases: February 9th, 2001 - CDA Debuts Telecom Installation Videos

Fri, 9 Feb 2001 03:00:00 EST

Telecommunications wiring for voice, video, data, security and Internet service is as important in residential construction as it is in business and industry workplaces.

CDA Press Releases: February 9th, 2001 - Copper Fuel-gas Tubing Cuts Florida Utility Costs

Fri, 9 Feb 2001 03:00:00 EST

The homebuilding boom along southwest Florida's Gulf Coast offered an unprecedented growth opportunity in the 1990s to newly-merged utility TECO/Peoples Gas.

CDA Press Releases: February 9th, 2001 - How Dependable Is Your Home's Plumbing?

Fri, 9 Feb 2001 03:00:00 EST

CDA Press Releases: February 9th, 2001 - Builder Satisfaction Program "Most Successful" Industry And Consumers Embrace The Copper Standard

Fri, 9 Feb 2001 03:00:00 EST

In 1999, when the Copper Development Association introduced its Builder Satisfaction Program, the objectives were to demonstrate the benefits of copper plumbing to the homebuilding industry and to help builders who install copper plumbing more effectively market the homes they build.

CDA Press Releases: December 20, 2000 - Payne Retires at Copper Development Association

Wed, 20 Dec 2000 03:00:00 EST

Robert M. Payne retires at the end of this month as president & CEO of the Copper Development Association after 10 years of service in that position.

CDA Press Releases: September 6, 2000 - Antibacterial Properties of Copper and Brass Demonstrate Potential to Combat Toxic E.coli O157 Outbreaks in the Food Processing Industry

Wed, 6 Sep 2000 03:00:00 EDT

A recent study by Dr. Bill Keevil at the Centre for Applied Microbiology & Research (CAMR) found that the highly toxic E. coli O157:H7 strain of bacteria survive for much shorter periods of time on copper and brass surfaces than on stainless steel.

CDA Press Releases: June 16, 2000 - Copper's Building Construction Markets Remain Strong

Fri, 16 Jun 2000 03:00:00 EDT

New technology and changing lifestyles have strengthened copper's position as a most-favored construction material. This is certainly the case in the U.S.A. (where copper consumption is more closely documented than in most other countries), but it also appears true elsewhere in the world.

CDA Press Releases: February 15, 2000 - Copper Industry Group Applauds New FCC Wiring Standard

Tue, 15 Feb 2000 03:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association Inc. voiced approval today of new standards set by the Federal Communications Commission for telephone wiring installed inside homes and other buildings.

CDA Press Releases: January 14, 2000 - Uniform Plumbing and Mechanical Codes Now Permit Copper Tube for Gas-Distribution Piping

Fri, 14 Jan 2000 03:00:00 EST

The 2000 Editions of the Uniform Plumbing Code and Uniform Mechanical Code contain provisions for the use of copper tube in natural gas-distribution systems.

CDA Press Releases: January 14, 2000 - Model Home to Demonstrate Benefits Copper Tube for Gas- and Water-Supply Distribution

Fri, 14 Jan 2000 03:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association, in a joint venture with Yankee Gas Co. - Connecticut's largest supplier of natural gas - and Agostino Design/Build, is developing a state-of-the-art distribution system to supply gas for heating equipment and appliances in a Stamford, Connecticut, concept home.

CDA Press Releases: January 14, 2000 - Copper-Industry Marketing Plan Includes a 50-Year Warranty on Tube and Fittings

Fri, 14 Jan 2000 03:00:00 EST

The seven U.S. manufacturers of copper tube and fittings remain the only makers of plumbing materials to offer a 50-year limited warranty on their products when properly installed in homes and other residential buildings.

CDA Press Releases: January 14, 2000 - Builder Gains Competitive Edge Using Copper Tube for Gas Distribution

Fri, 14 Jan 2000 03:00:00 EST

In today's rapidly expanding homebuilding market, builders need to find new ways to stay competitive. For those who construct more than 100 homes a year, like Lowder New Homes in Montgomery, Alabama, that means finding ways to keep building quality up while keeping costs down.

CDA Press Releases: January 14, 2000 - Copper Development Association Releases New CD-ROM to Kick Off Marketing Program

Fri, 14 Jan 2000 03:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association announces release of its Builder Satisfaction Program CD-ROM, which makes it easier than ever for builders who use copper and brass products to participate in CDA's unique and effective marketing program.

CDA Press Releases: January 14, 2000 - Copper Making a "Comeback" in Radiant Heating Applications

Fri, 14 Jan 2000 03:00:00 EST

Copper tubing is making a comeback in radiant heating. Copper Development Association spokesman, Andy Kireta Jr., manager of technical projects-tube, pipe and fittings, recently underlined copper's presence in this market at the 5th Annual Radiant Panel Association trade show.

CDA Press Releases: November 3, 1999 - Industry Consortium Designates Lead-Free Alloy Series: EnviroBrass

Wed, 3 Nov 1999 03:00:00 EST

A brass industry consortium led by the Copper Development Association has designated "EnviroBrass" as a registered name for the alloy series it introduced as SeBiLOYs in 1995.

CDA Press Releases: October 15, 1999 - U.S. Copper Industry Continues Record Growth

Fri, 15 Oct 1999 03:00:00 EDT

Copper consumption in the United States grew about 30 percent for the period 1992 to 1998 - that's a compound annual growth rate of 4.5 percent, outstripping the growth of the U.S. Gross Domestic Product, which was 3.2 percent for the same period.

CDA Press Releases: March 29, 1999 - Copper Development Association Launches New Web Site on Automotive Uses of Copper

Mon, 29 Mar 1999 03:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association has released a new Web site devoted to the automotive uses of copper.

CDA Press Releases: February 22, 1999 - Copper Association Launches Architecture Web Site

Mon, 22 Feb 1999 03:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association has released a new Web site devoted to copper in architecture. Daniel Sternthal, CDA's national program manager for architectural markets, said the site is an exciting expansion of the association's program to provide educational and technical support services to architects, contractors and owners related to the design, installation and maintenance of architectural copper products in North America.

CDA Press Releases: February 10, 1999 - Association Updates Standards and Properties Web Site

Wed, 10 Feb 1999 03:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association Inc. has updated its Standards and Properties Web Site to include a description of copper alloys released in late 1998.

CDA Press Releases: February 1, 1999 - Copper Association Releases Busbar Sizing Guide Web Site

Mon, 1 Feb 1999 03:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association has released a new Web site which helps users calculate the proper sized copper busbar for their electrical system. The site helps users find the busbar system with the lowest life-cycle cost by comparing the costs of installing and operating systems with different size conductors.

CDA Press Releases: February 1, 1999 - Copper Association Launches New Web Site on Free-Cutting Brass

Mon, 1 Feb 1999 03:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association has released a new Web site devoted to free-cutting brass, UNS C36000. "Alloy 360" is one of the oldest and most widely used of all copper alloys, surpassed only by copper, itself.

CDA Press Releases: January 21, 1999 - Copper Development Association Adds Vice President

Thu, 21 Jan 1999 03:00:00 EST

Copper Development Association Inc. president, Robert M. Payne, announced the recent addition of Harold T. Michels of Manhasset, New York, as vice president for technical and environmental services.

CDA Press Releases: January 15, 1999 - Copper Industry Group Acknowledges Corrections to California Environmental Impact Report

Fri, 15 Jan 1999 03:00:00 EST

The final "Final Environmental Impact Report on the Use of CPVC Plastic Pipe in Residential Plumbing Systems," issued December 1, 1998, by the California Department of Housing and Community Development, represents a substantial improvement in its discussion of copper environmental issues versus the an earlier draft, according to Robert M. Payne, president of the Copper Development Association.

CDA Press Releases: January 11, 1999 - Copper Retains Market Share for Residential Plumbing

Mon, 11 Jan 1999 03:00:00 EST

Copper is the material of choice for plumbing tube for hot- and cold-water distribution piping in more than 85 percent of American homes, according to a recent survey conducted by the Copper Development Association.

CDA Press Releases: January 7,1999 - Quality Copper Materials Highlight Model Home at International Builders Show

Thu, 7 Jan 1999 03:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association is exhibiting showcasing the many benefits of copper plumbing and architectural products at in a manufactured house on the floor of the Dallas Convention Center during the International Builders' Show from January 15-18, 1999.

CDA Press Releases: January 7, 1999 - Benefits of Copper for Gas Distribution Displayed at International Builders' Trade Show

Thu, 7 Jan 1999 03:00:00 EST

Offering the lowest installed cost of any code-approved material, copper tubing is the builder's best alternative for home gas distribution systems.

CDA Press Releases: December 8, 1998 - Builder Satisfaction is Goal of New Copper Industry Program

Tue, 8 Dec 1998 03:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association announces an innovative new program to provide marketing materials along with sales training and technical information to home builders who use copper and brass building products. Dubbed the Builder Satisfaction Program, the initiative's centerpiece is the 50-year manufacturer's limited warranty on all copper tube and fittings.

CDA Press Releases: September 14, 1998 - Copper Industry Group Seeks to Correct Record In Flawed California Environmental Impact Report

Mon, 14 Sep 1998 03:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association has filed a detailed response to the "Draft Environmental Impact Report for CPVC Pipe for Use for Potable Water Piping in Residential Buildings" with the California Department of Housing and Community Development. The HCD draft report, released in July, was part of an effort that would allow CPVC pipe to be used along with copper tubing for domestic water distribution systems. CPVC pipe is not permitted under current California codes.

CDA Press Releases: July 13, 1998 - U.S. Copper Consumption Reaches Record High

Mon, 13 Jul 1998 03:00:00 EDT

Domestic consumption of copper and copper alloy mill products reached a record high in 1997 of 8,310 million pounds, a 5.3% increase from the revised 1996 level of 7,890 million pounds. Exports of mill products in 1997 continued to grow also, up 11.9% at 766.1 million pounds, versus imports of 912.8 million pounds, an increase of 12.9% over the previous year.

CDA Press Releases: July 2, 1998 - Copper Industry Offers Help to Correct Flaws in California EIR

Thu, 2 Jul 1998 03:00:00 EDT

The Copper Development Association pledged today to assist California's Department of Housing and Community Development in correcting its seriously flawed draft Environmental Impact Report on the use of CPVC plastic pipe in residential plumbing systems. CDA President Robert M. Payne said, "It's important for HCD and the people of California to know all the facts about copper and why it's the nation's plumbing standard."

CDA Press Releases: July 1, 1998 - Contact with Copper May Kill E. coli O157

Wed, 1 Jul 1998 03:00:00 EDT

Preliminary research by the Center for Applied Microbiology and Research (CAMR), located in Wiltshire, U.K., indicates the disease-causing bacterium, E. coli O157, is killed within hours of its contact with copper surfaces, according to an announcement made here today by the International Copper Association, sponsor of the study.

CDA Press Releases: December 19, 1997 - Copper Industry Announces 50-Year Warranty for Plumbing Products

Fri, 19 Dec 1997 03:00:00 EST

The U.S. copper industry is introducing a fifty-year limited warranty on copper plumbing products installed in residential buildings. The unprecedented limited warranty, effective January 1, 1998, covers copper water tube and fittings and guarantees homeowners that manufacturers will back those products against defects in material or manufacture.

CDA Press Releases: June 5, 1997 - U.S. Copper Consumption Reaches Record High

Thu, 5 Jun 1997 03:00:00 EDT

Domestic consumption of copper and copper alloy mill products reached a record high in 1996 of 7,591 million pounds, a 2.9% increase from the revised 1995 level of 7,374 million pounds.

CDA Press Releases: March, 1997 - Copper Heat Recovery Device Could Cut Water Heating Bills in Half

Mon, 3 Mar 1997 03:00:00 EST

Homes with a new $180 waste heat recovery system could run three hot showers at the same time (or one right after the other) and still cut 30-50 percent off their total water heating bill.

CDA Press Releases: March 3, 1997 - Plumbing Contractor Replaces Steel with Copper

Mon, 3 Mar 1997 03:00:00 EST

A ten-year-old plumbing company has carved out Florida and other national markets by perfecting large-scale, short-term renovations, mainly replacing galvanized steel water distribution plumbing with copper.

CDA Press Releases: January 21, 1997 - Copper Plumbing Expert, William E. Coffey, Dead at 74

Tue, 21 Jan 1997 03:00:00 EST

Following his retirement from CDA in 1993, Coffey remained active in the copper industry as director of the Copper Advisory Group, Ltd., a Longmont-based consulting firm dealing with codes, corrosion, fabrication and training programs.

CDA Press Releases: January 21, 1997 - The Case for Copper Plumbing for Water Distribution

Tue, 21 Jan 1997 03:00:00 EST

Copper for plumbing tube and fittings is the material of choice for hot- and cold-water distribution piping in more than 85 percent of American homes.

CDA Press Releases: January 20, 1997 - Copper Industry Update

Mon, 20 Jan 1997 03:00:00 EST

As we are all aware, the only thing consistent in the building construction industry is change. To meet the challenging demands of this ever changing industry, the copper industry continually strives to produce new or improved products, processes and standards for use in building construction.

CDA Press Releases: November 1, 1996, Copper Development Association Enhances Regional Network

Fri, 1 Nov 1996 03:00:00 EST

The Copper Development Association has enhanced its commitment to the plumbing industry through its four-office regional network. The emphasis is on greater localized technical assistance with plumbing and mechanical applications in the building and construction markets.

CDA Press Releases: August 31, 1996, Historic Building Uses Copper Sprinkler System

Sat, 31 Aug 1996 03:00:00 EDT

Independence Hall in Philadelphia presents an excellent example of copper tube and fittings used for fire sprinkler systems in historic buildings.

CDA Press Releases: August, 1996, Why Choose Copper Plumbing When Buying, Building, Renovating a Home

Fri, 2 Aug 1996 03:00:00 EDT

At a time when plastics have appeared in some home plumbing, anyone buying, building or remodeling a home should take the kind of plumbing used into serious account, according to the Copper Development Association.

CDA Press Releases: May 20, 1996, A Primer on Copper Plumbing

Mon, 20 May 1996 03:00:00 EDT

Homeowners Who Know, Choose Copper

CDA Press Releases: April 25, 1996, Dale Powell and James Weflen Named CDA Regional Managers

Thu, 25 Apr 1996 03:00:00 EDT

Dale L. Powell and James O. Weflen recently joined the Copper Development Association Inc. as its northeastern and western regional managers, respectively, for plumbing and mechanical applications.