What Belmont Metals does

Belmont Metals is a Brooklyn, New York-based privately held manufacturer of standard and custom non-ferrous metals and alloys, founded in 1896 by George Henning. The company produces over 3,000 different metal compositions and shapes spanning aluminum, bismuth, copper, lead, tin, and zinc families, delivered as virgin metals, master alloys, brass, bronze, babbitt, pewter, solder, and specialty alloys. Distribution is direct to customers via an e-commerce storefront and phone sales (1-833-4-ALLOYS), with quote-based pricing on custom orders and no public list pricing; minimum order sizes for custom R&D alloys start at 5–10 pounds.

The core technical capability is in-house metallurgical formulation rather than commodity production. The company develops proprietary alloys including Art Caster's Brass, White Bronze, and the F357 beryllium-free aluminum-silicon-magnesium alloy for defense and aerospace applications, and operates an R&D atomizer for small-batch custom alloy experimentation used by universities and corporate R&D departments in the additive manufacturing supply chain. Quality is anchored by ISO 9001:2015 certification. Retained subsidiary brands Jackson Wheeler and Ney Metals extend the legacy alloy footprint.

Customer mix is broad and vertical-segmented: primary end-markets include defense and aerospace, additive manufacturing feedstock (powder atomizers), and art casting and jewelry, with secondary exposure in plumbing (lead-free compliance), marine cathodic protection, and electroplating. The go-to-market combines direct sales with trade show presence at MJSA Show and CastExpo and content marketing through the Belmont Bulletin blog and email newsletter. Belmont is reported to serve customers worldwide, with Spanish-language site support indicating modest Latin American outreach. Revenue, headcount range (11–50), and ownership structure beyond the founder lineage are not publicly disclosed.

Name

Belmont Metals

Legal name

Belmont Metals Inc.

Website

https://belmontmetals.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1896

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Belmont Metals is a 129-year-old Brooklyn-based manufacturer of over 3,000 standard and custom non-ferrous metal compositions and alloys, serving defense, aerospace, additive manufacturing, jewelry, plumbing, and marine customers via direct e-commerce and quote-based custom development.

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Headquarters

HQ city

Brooklyn

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

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Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Non-Ferrous Metal and Alloy Sales: Sale of virgin metals (aluminum, copper, lead, tin, zinc, nickel, bismuth, cadmium, indium) and manufactured alloys (brass, bronze, babbitt, pewter, solder, master alloys) in various forms including ingots, shot, anodes, powder, sheet, and wire.

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Core offering

Belmont Metals manufactures and distributes standard and custom non-ferrous metals and alloys across aluminum, copper, lead, tin, zinc, bismuth, nickel, cadmium, indium and minor metals in forms including ingots, shot, anodes, powder, sheet, and wire. The company produces proprietary alloys (Art Caster's Brass, White Bronze, F357), provides custom alloy development with small-batch R&D samples (5-10 lb minimums), and operates a specialized additive manufacturing atomizer for powder production.

Product overview

Belmont Metals is a non-ferrous metals and alloy manufacturer offering over 3,000 different metal compositions and shapes. The portfolio centers on aluminum-based alloys, copper-based alloys (including brass and bronze), lead-based alloys, tin-based alloys, zinc-based alloys, and bismuth-based alloys, alongside virgin metals (aluminum, copper, lead, nickel, tin, zinc, bismuth, cadmium, indium, and minor metals). The company provides custom alloy development services for R&D with minimum order sizes from 5-10 pounds, an R&D atomizer for small-batch additive manufacturing experimentation, powdered metals, electroplating anodes, and specialty products including babbitt bearing alloys, low-melting fusible alloys, marine anodes, jewelry alloys, sculpture alloys, and zinc sheets for countertops. Proprietary offerings include Art Caster's Brass, White Bronze, and F357 aluminum alloy for aerospace and defense applications.

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Products and services

• Aluminum-Based Alloys Aluminum alloys, master alloys, and powdered metals sold for various industrial applications including aerospace and additive manufacturing.
• Bismuth-Based Alloys Low-melting (fusible) alloys and bismuth alloys for tooling, production aids, and lead substitutes.
• Copper-Based Alloys Includes beryllium copper, brass and bronze, copper alloys, copper master alloys, deoxidizers, Everdur silicon bronze, lithium copper, and zirconium copper.
• Lead-Based Alloys Babbitt metals, Jackson Wheeler alloys, jewelry alloys, lead alloys, and solders.
• Tin-Based Alloys Pewter, tin alloys, and white metals for jewelry, sculpture, and industrial applications.
• Zinc-Based Alloys Zinc alloys, solders, marine anodes, and electroplating anodes.
• Master Alloys Aluminum and copper master alloys, deoxidizers, and degasifiers for precise compositional control.
• Virgin Metals Pure aluminum, copper, lead, nickel, tin, zinc, bismuth, cadmium, indium, and minor metals in various forms.
• Custom Alloys for Research & Development Custom alloy development and small-batch R&D samples for universities and R&D departments, with minimum order sizes from 5-10 pounds depending on alloy family.
• Powdered Metals Metal powders for additive manufacturing, powder metallurgy, and various industrial applications.
• Electroplating Anodes Anodes for electroplating processes including copper, nickel, zinc, cadmium, and tin.
• Additive Manufacturing Atomizer R&D atomizer for small-batch custom experimental alloy development and powder production for additive manufacturing.
• Babbitt Bearing Alloys Tin-based and lead-based babbitt metals for bearing applications in machinery.
• Low Melting (Fusible) Alloys Bismuth-based eutectic alloys with low melting points for tooling, production aids, and optical applications.
• Zinc Sheets for Countertops Food-grade zinc sheet metal in various thicknesses for countertops, bar tops, and decorative items.
• Marine Anodes (Cathodic Protection) Zinc anodes for cathodic protection of ships, boats, and marine hardware against galvanic corrosion.
• Jewelry Alloys Specialty alloys for jewelry casting including lead-free options for health-conscious manufacturing.
• Sculpture Alloys Copper-based alloys for art casting, sculpture, and decorative applications.
• Brazing Alloys Alloys for brazing and soldering applications.
• Art Caster's Brass Proprietary specially formulated brass alloy with superior fluidity and warm golden color for fine detail casting in jewelry prototyping and decorative hardware.
• White Bronze Proprietary copper-based alloy with high tin and zinc content engineered to mimic sterling silver color and luster with tarnish resistance.
• F357 Aluminum Alloy Proprietary beryllium-free aluminum-silicon-magnesium casting alloy with exceptional strength-to-weight ratio, autogenous weldability, and corrosion resistance for defense and aerospace applications.
• Master Alloy Feedstock High-purity copper and bronze master alloy feedstock in forms such as high-quality shot and polished granules for powder atomizers.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduced casting failure rates from 50% to less than 1% through custom alloy development for watch manufacturer
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Broad incumbents

• Materion Corporation: Materion is a US-listed specialty engineered materials company producing beryllium-containing and beryllium-free copper alloys, precious and non-precious metals, and alloy powders. It directly overlaps Belmont's beryllium-copper and master alloy lines but at much greater scale, serving aerospace, defense, and electronics OEMs.
• Indium Corporation: Indium Corporation manufactures specialty non-ferrous alloys including indium, tin, bismuth, and lead-based solders and fusible alloys. Its product portfolio (solders, low-melt alloys, master alloys) directly parallels Belmont's tin-, bismuth-, and lead-based offerings for electronics and industrial customers.
• Carpenter Technology Corporation: Carpenter Technology is a US-listed specialty alloy producer of stainless, titanium, and high-performance alloys serving aerospace, defense, medical, and industrial markets. While focused more on ferrous and titanium systems, its specialty alloy R&D and powder atomization capability makes it a structural analogue to Belmont's defense alloy and AM powder lines.
• KME Group: KME is one of Europe's largest copper and copper alloy semi-finished product manufacturers, producing rolled, extruded, and specialty alloy products for industrial, marine, and architectural markets. It competes with Belmont's copper-based product portfolio at substantially larger scale and broader geographic scope.
• Wieland Group: Wieland is a global leader in rolled and extruded copper and copper alloy products (brass, bronze, specialty alloys), serving automotive, electrical, and industrial markets. It competes with Belmont's copper-based alloy line but at far greater volume and geographic reach.
• Reading Alloys (AMETEK Specialty Metal Products): Reading Alloys, part of AMETEK, produces master alloys, specialty alloys, and thermal spray powders from non-ferrous metals for aerospace, defense, and additive manufacturing. It competes with Belmont's master alloy feedstock and powder lines, though at substantially greater scale and with broader geographic reach.

Direct peers

• AIM Solder: AIM Solder manufactures solder alloys, lead-free alloys, and specialty non-ferrous metal products for electronics assembly and industrial use. Its solder, lead-free, and tin-based product families directly overlap Belmont's lead- and tin-based alloy lines serving jewelry, electronics, and industrial customers.
• National Bronze & Metals: National Bronze & Metals manufactures bronze, brass, and copper alloy products (bar, rod, sheet, tube, custom shapes) for industrial distributors and OEMs. Its specialty non-ferrous catalog and custom-shape focus directly parallel Belmont's copper-based alloy and master alloy offerings.
• Wall Colmonoy: Wall Colmonoy manufactures specialty nickel-, cobalt-, and iron-based alloys and hard-surfacing products for industrial wear and aerospace applications. As a similarly sized specialty alloy producer with proprietary formulations and custom R&D capability, it is structurally comparable to Belmont's custom alloy business.
• Hussey Copper: Hussey Copper is a US-based copper products manufacturer (sheet, strip, fabricated copper parts) for electrical, construction, and industrial markets. Like Belmont, it is a privately held, mid-sized specialty non-ferrous manufacturer competing in copper alloys and master alloy-adjacent product categories.

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