

Copper, known for being "soft and flexible, easily processed, a good conductor of heat and light", is certainly essential for our existence. Recently, people have become aware of its anti-bacterial properties and are marketing it in various forms. Here, we are introducing to you the fields in which copper plays an important role.

In construction - Copper roofs
Temples and shrines have bright copper roofs. The beauty of these roofs have captured the fancy of builders who are now introducing them in various building structures both for residential and commercial purposes.

Pipe lines - Copper pipes for water supply
Copper pipes are extensively used for underground and internal building pipelines. With an increasing awareness of the intrinsic qualities of copper such as its ability to withstand earthquakes, flexibility and environmental friendly characteristic, copper pipes are now widely preferred for water supply/hot water supply.

In household articles -Copper baskets for sinks
As copper is an excellent heat conductor, it is preferred by professional chefs. Nowadays, with awareness of the anti bacterial effect of copper, it is used in the manufacturing of dishcloths and scrubbing brushes. Again, copper baskets used in sinks prevent unwanted slime and remain clean. Because of the positive effects they have, they are now being used widely in the local regions.

In computers - IC board
Copper is widely used in the making of circuit boards for computers and also in wiring or links.

In high-tech industries - Space shuttle
Copper has been used in vital parts in automobiles and Shinkansen but the usage of copper in space shuttles is most amazing. The muffler in rocket engines can be made with copper.