Copper has been one of the most ancient metals discovered, and it played a major role in human civilization all over the world. Before the discovery of copper, tin, lead and iron ruled the minds of human beings. Copper was discovered by the early peoples of the Near East who used it for tools and utensils, but its most important use is still attributed to the ancient civilization of ancient China.

Facts about copper focus on the fact that it was used as the primary metal in Chinese pottery and other items. In fact, the first copper coins were found in China, and the country soon became known for copper production. In fact, copper has been the most important metal in the making of copper statues and other artistic objects. During the Shang dynasty, which was located during the fifth to seventh centuries BC, the best examples of copper production were found in China.

Copper is still used in many items today and it can be shaped using Euromac Bending Machines like the ones from Cotswold Machinery Sales. These machines allow for metal items to be shaped into a number of different items. The bending machines can work on large and small scale items and they make the shaping of metal items a lot more efficient. They can also be completed in large quantities.