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Key To Steel

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The Key to Steel contains more than 70,000 steel brands and standards from approx. 300 steelworks and suppliers presented in three languages (German/English/French) (as of 2010). The Steel Key can be licensed by your library in two different ways, so please check both DBIS accesses. A free demo version (1 day) can be ordered in the shop ( further information). You can order contents from the book of the same name, e.g. as a document delivery.
Alternative Names Stahlschlüssel
Keywords iron and steel (alloys)
Material Classes Metals