Ames Copper Group

🌟We’re incredibly honored to have participated in this year’s Cleveland County Chamber “Rooted and Rising” gala, celebrating the vision and dedication of our local leaders, like Dick Baker, HealthCare Foundation of Cleveland County, for whom we presented the Lifetime Achievement Award.

🏆Also, being nominated for the Community Impact Award is a true testament to the power of teamwork, family values, and our commitment to giving back.

🤝At Ames Copper Group and IMC Metals America, we believe that building a stronger community starts with investing in people and supporting one another - and we will continue this mission in 2026.

Thank you to the Chamber and everyone who inspires us to keep making a positive difference every day!

At Ames Copper Group, we process approximately 9 million pounds of copper scrap per month.

To put that in perspective, it's the equivalent of:
- 200 semi-trucks 🚛 full of material
- producing approximately 225,000 conventional gas cars 🚗

Our innovative, environmentally friendly process provides a safe way to refine copper scrap that would otherwise be destined for landfills, thereby reducing the need for conventional mines.

To learn more about us and our process, check out our video: https://youtu.be/RuAmcqFgteA

AMES Copper Group Brand Video Based in Shelby, N.C., AMES Copper Group is the most advanced secondary copper manufacturing facility in the United States, producing high-quality copper fro...

Our pot of gold 🌈💰🍀 mostly contains copper wire and other copper scrap, but occasionally we find treasure! 💎

From copper kettles to newborn booties, the Ames Copper Group and IMC Metals America teams have seen a variety of trashed treasures.

Our favorite from this group may be the Statue of Liberty. What about you? Leave a comment below.

Yesterday, in honor of Day, we joined the United Way of Cleveland County to launch its 2nd annual Home Library Project!

Last year, this initiative provided 13,200 books to 2,187 students. Strong reading skills can:
📖 Boost literacy proficiency
✨ Bridge generational gaps
🎓 Build a foundation for lifelong success

The Ames Copper Group and IMC Metals America teams are proud to help inspire young readers with the gift of adventure and imagination.

Learn more about this impactful program: https://ow.ly/J81B50YoTZ6

Shh, it's a secret 🤫, but some area children will wake up Christmas morning with special gifts. 🎁

The Ames Copper Group and IMC Metals America teams partnered with United Way of Cleveland County for their annual Secret Santa program. This year, the organization added 40 additional children to its list. With our toys and coats, every child on the list will now have a present under the tree!🎄

Thank you to our generous employees for bringing about a 💕

'Tis the season for mingling, enjoying good cheer, and toasting to a New Year! 🥂

Earlier this week, the Ames Copper Group and IMC Metals America teams came together for our annual holiday party. As part of the fun, employees had the opportunity to win door prizes, including TVs, Yeti coolers, Blackstone Griddles, Ninja appliances, and other items.

David Schilberg and Bryan Schilberg, from Prime Materials Recovery, our parent company, also joined us for the festivities.

Thank you to The Don Gibson Theatre for hosting and providing us with a great space to gather and celebrate.

A little rain and cold weather didn't dampen our spirits!

As one of this year's "Holly Jolly" sponsors, we were honored to support this local tradition once again and spread some holiday cheer. 🎄🎅🌟☃️❄️🕎

What are some of your treasured holiday traditions? Share your thoughts below!

Please join us in congratulating our Q2 AMES for Success employees:

🌟 Grant Fulbright, Casting Lead
🌟 Chad Yates, Maintenance Planner
🌟 Charles Hughey, Casting Operator

Thank you, guys, for all of your hard work and dedication!