United Precious Metal Refining, Inc. (UPMR) is the largest US-owned primary refiner and among the top three alloy manufacturers for the jewelry industry globally.
Recognized for their commitment to the environment and meticulous implementation of compliance procedures to ensure responsible sourcing. United is proud to service tens of thousands of customers worldwide.
United’s unique corporate structure combines refining services, jewelry products such as karated grain, master alloys, wire, sheet, tube and solder, and analytical services. This combination of products and services and their financial strength and stability are just two of the reasons they are able to navigate through shifting market conditions as well as industry trends since 1988.
Innovation has always been at the core of United’s product division developing renowned formulas for gold, silver, platinum and palladium jewelry. Housing a state-of-the-art analytical laboratory, United’s equipment is able to detect all payable metals in their customers’ refining lots thus offering higher returns and superior service.
Author: Canadian Jeweller Magazine Staff
Canadian Jeweller Magazine Staff is the shared byline for reporting filed by the magazine's editorial desk. Founded in 1879, Canadian Jeweller is the longest running jewellery business publication in Canada, covering market reporting, retail strategy, watches, diamonds, coloured gemstones and the commerce of the Canadian jewellery trade. Work published under this byline is edited and verified by the Canadian Jeweller editorial team in Toronto.
