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I can get much of this information free in metal producers’ catalogs and on the web. Why should I pay to access KEY to METALS?
It’s true that you can get some of the information free but it’s also true that poring through catalogs takes hours, and the information you find may be out of date, incomplete or worse yet, wrong.
As you can or will see from working with the KEY to METALS Database, you can find information in just seconds, searching by material, standard, properties or several other advanced-search methods. This information includes international equivalents; you can search the world, not just a few sources.
KEY to METALS has done the work of searching for you, and has structured the data to make your search quick and easy. We have assured reliability by including only carefully, multiply verified information, and we include data like fatigue and properties on elevated temperatures that is difficult -- or impossible -- to find anywhere else. |
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I can find all these data in my national standards. Why do I need KEY to METALS?
Good point! Standards are good and comprehensive sources of information as long as you stick to steel materials in your country only!
But when you have to deal with the foreign materials, national standards are of little help. Furthermore, standards change, and it is easy to pick up obsolete information. The price for one single standard can vary from $30 up to more than $500.
KEY to METALS Databases include global information from thousands of standards, updated monthly. It is information you can rely on.
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What methods are there for gaining access to the KEY to METALS Databases?
For those who prefer to work offline, the CD Edition ($1390) is the best solution. It never expires. This is less than 0.009$ per material designation and can be used without going online.
In the Web Edition, with Subscription price of $695/year, the cost is less than 0.005$ per designation and is updated every month with new materials and properties.
Many customers want the value and convenience of purchasing both CD and Web Edition for $1545 - a $540 savings – that provides the best of both worlds, online and offline. |
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Some databases limit the number or frequency of searches. Are there limits on the KEY to METALS Databases?
No, there are no usage limitations for the individual subscriber.
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How can I be sure that your database is really comprehensive and reliable?
First, these databases have been researched and developed by experts in metallurgy and experts in building reliable, secure and easy-to-use databases. Our development team includes four PhD’s and six engineers.
Furthermore, we have been certified by several top international organizations, including UKAS, RONET and TÜV Cert. KEY to METALS is compliant with ISO 9001:2008 standards certifying our company quality, development and customer service. We’re the first in this specialized field to achieve this level of certification.
Finally, we’ve invested in technology to make sure the database is always accessible, with comprehensive backup (including offsite) and redundant uninterruptible power supplies.
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