Apex champagne fountains are made of the highest quality and are great champagne fountains for caterers, restaurants, weddings and other events where the best quality is needed. The stainless steel models hold up better commercially, wont tarnish and no polish is generally needed. Aluminum models do require polishing and are more prone to denting. Apex is a US company that has been making champagne fountains since 1947 and takes extreme pride in their work and craftsmanship.