A Domestic Supplier of Extruded Brass and Bronze Alloys

Chicago Extruded Metals Building Entrance

Chicago Extruded Metals Company (CXM) is defining the quality standard for extruded brass and bronze rod, bar, and wire. As a result, we are the nation’s leading manufacturer of extruded brass and bronze shapes. At CXM, we support our customers with 24 Hour response to quotations, design, and technical assistance. Long-term relationships result from proactive support, reliable delivery, and competitive pricing. At CXM, we strive to work as a partner with our customers by providing quality, service, and solutions every day.

We’re located at
1601 S 54th Ave
Cicero, IL 60804-1898 
PHONE: 800-323-8102
sales@cxm.com

Some helpful industry resources:

ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) is an international standards organization. They develop and publish voluntary consensus technical standards for a wide range of materials, products, systems, and services.

CDA (Copper Development Association) is the market development, engineering and information services arm of the copper industry. They are chartered to enhance and expand markets for copper and its alloys in North America.

Our Leadership Team

Patrick has been President of CXM since 2003. Away from CXM  Patrick is an avid woodworker and photographer.

Patrick Balson
President

Aaron has been at CXM since 2020. Away from CXM Aaron is entering his 31st Season coaching Indiana High School Basketball

Aaron Mercer
Plant Manager

Originally from Cincinnati, OH, Michael joined CXM in the summer of 2021. Michael comes to CXM with 10 years of Sales and  Business Development Experience.

Michael Fisher
Director, Business Development
& Marketing 

Tammy recently joined CXM in Nov of 2022.  As a lifelong Chicago resident Tammy also comes to CXM with over 10 yrs of industry purchasing experience.

Tammy Cedar
Purchasing Manager

Eli joined in January of 2022. Eli holds a B.S in Metallurgical Engineering from Missouri S&T and a M.S in Data Modeling from Valparaiso.

Eli Hofer
Metallurgist

Abel joined CXM in late 2021. Abel comes to CXM with over 15 years of Industry Quality Experience.

Abel Sanchez
Quality Supervisor

Originally from the St Louis Area, Max joined CXM in July 2022 after graduating from Webster University in St. Louis, Missouri.

Max Lutes
Sales/Customer Service

Max joined CXM in early 2022 after relocating from Orlando, Florida. Max holds a B.S in Chemical Engineering from Missouri S&T.

Max Hopkins
Quality Engineer

Founded in 1922, Chicago Extruded Metals has been in continuous operation at the same location ever since. Today, we are the clear choice for extruded brass and bronze alloys produced and delivered domestically.