# Metal World

> Calculate weights of metals and plastics in various formats. (iPhone/iPad app by BIKAR-METALLE GmbH.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-world/id480664274 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [BIKAR-METALLE GmbH](https://appshunter.io/developer/480664277)
- Category: Productivity, Utilities
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.80/5 from 5 App Store ratings · 5 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 5.1.1 · 37 MB
- Languages: American English, Dutch, French (France), German (Germany), Italian, Polish, European Portuguese, Russian, Slovak, European Spanish
- Released: 2011-11-21
- Data updated: 2026-06-05
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-world/id480664274/reviews.md

## What is Metal World?

*This app lifts almost any weight* 


BIKAR-METALLE GmbH is one of the world's leading suppliers to trade and industry. 

For 50 years, our name has stood for quality, expertise, choice, precision and reliability in the field of NF metals and plastics. 

We supply: 

Materials: 
- Aluminium / Aluminum
- Copper 
- Brass 
- Bronze 
- Plastics 
- Special materials 

Formats available: 
- Sheets & plates 
- Bars & tubes 
- Round blanks & rings 
- Bushings
- Profiles 
- Pre-cuts 
- Parts from drawings 


Why this app: 
We have created this app to fulfill our customers’ frequent request to be able to calculate the weights of materials quickly and easily. This extends right across our range of products. 
Easily calculate the weight of almost 300 different materials and elements in 22 currently specified formats. 

The app can: 
calculate weights made from almost 300 materials and elements for: 

Rolled and cast materials: 
- sheets / plates / cuttings / rings / circular blanks 
Bars: 
- round / square / flat / hexagonal / octagonal / double hexagonal 
Tubes: 
- round / square / hexagonal – angular and round-hole / bushings / hollow bars 
Profiles: 
- angle (L) / T / U / Z / double T 
Special shapes 
- Spheres 

Results: 
Weights: per kg/m or m² ● per item ● total weight 
For tubular forms, calculate the missing dimensions 
For semi-circular bars (sector of a circle), chord / height / diameter 

Display specific weights: 
The specific weights are displayed for all materials and elements. 

Compare materials: 
In the case of non-ferrous metals, EN standards are observed as well as many comparable standards according to DIN, UNI (Italy), BS (British Standard), AFNOR (France), and from Spain, Sweden and Norway. However, some of these are only similar. 

Materials for tool-making, mould-making and model-making: 
You can also find special materials for tool-making, mould-making and model-making, such as FORMODAL®, UNIDAL® or CERTAL®. 


Miscellaneous: 
Simply weigh a ball of fresh snow, an oak beam, or a wedding ring made of pure gold. There’s so much that you could weigh. 


Information: 
About BIKAR-METALLE GmbH 
Route planner 
Feedback 
and much more.
 
The team at BIKAR-METALLE GmbH hopes you enjoy using the app.


BIKAR-METALLE GmbH
Industriestr. 3 - 17
57319 Bad Berleburg
GERMANY
Tel.: +49-2751-9551111
info@bikar.com
www.bikar.com

## Key features

- Weight calculation for ~300 materials
- Supports 22 formats (sheets, bars, tubes, etc.)
- Results per kg/m, m², or item
- Specific weight display
- Material comparison with EN/DIN standards
- Information on special materials

## Recent user reviews (5 of 5)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/metal-world/id480664274/reviews.md

### 5/5 — Best Weight Calculator

*2015-10-22*

Best weight calculating app out there, hands down. 

Great user interface and overall a very useful tool. 5 stars!

### 5/5 — Great app!

*2014-06-16*

A great and easy to use app!

### 5/5 — great metals app

*2014-06-05*

very practical and user friendly. highly recommended for all industry professionals

### 5/5 — metals

*2013-06-24*

Great app finally more apps that are for a better learning. This is an amazing tool for us students to use and more for my work since we are always converting different materials, this app saves so much time. Im very very happy with it let people know about this amazing tool!!!! 
best regards
titi

### 5/5 — Das Beste!

*2013-06-24*

Dies ist eine grossartige Application für jede Person, die mit metall arbeitet.

## Frequently asked questions about Metal World

### How accurate is Metal World's weight calculation?

The app calculates weights based on specific densities for nearly 300 materials and elements. It adheres to EN standards and comparable standards like DIN, UNI, BS, and AFNOR for non-ferrous metals, aiming for precision in its calculations.

### What types of materials can Metal World calculate weights for?

Metal World supports a wide range of materials including Aluminium, Copper, Brass, Bronze, Plastics, and various special materials. It covers both rolled and cast materials, as well as specific materials for tool-making, mould-making, and model-making.

### Does Metal World offer a free trial?

Metal World is completely free to download and use, so there is no need for a trial period. You can access all its weight calculation and material information features without any cost.

### Can I compare different metal standards using Metal World?

Yes, Metal World allows you to compare materials, observing EN standards and many comparable standards according to DIN, UNI (Italy), BS (British Standard), AFNOR (France), and from Spain, Sweden, and Norway. This helps in understanding material equivalencies.

### How frequently is Metal World updated?

The latest version of Metal World is 2.2.1, which was last updated on October 13, 2015. While the app has not been updated recently, its core functionality for weight calculation remains robust.

### What devices is Metal World compatible with?

Metal World is available for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch devices. It is designed to run on Apple's mobile operating systems.

### Does Metal World have ads?

No, Metal World does not contain advertisements. The app is designed to provide a clean and uninterrupted user experience for calculating material weights.

### What is the age rating for Metal World?

Metal World has an age rating of 4+. This indicates that the app is suitable for users aged four and older, with no mature content.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.2.1 — 2015-10-13

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- Adaptation for iOS 8
- New shapes: Triangle, Parallelogram, Trapezium, H-beam extension (additional dimensions possible)
- New materials: FORMODAL® (materials for tool, mould and model making)
- Request several items at once
- The "CAREER" button takes you to our latest job vacancies.
- The "?" near News takes you to detailed help on our website.
- New BIKAR offices.

### 2.0 — 2012-12-11

Calculation:
Following the weight calculation, you can now also enter prices.
The “Price” button is located at the top right.
Enter a value and use the wheel to choose the type of calculation:
"Price per …"

Results are:
- Price per kg
- Price per meter (for bars/sections/pipes)
- Price per m² for all sheets and plates
- Price per unit
- Total price

Default setting for units of measure:
A gear wheel is located on the lower left of the start page.
Here, you can set your unit of measure to mm/inch.

### 1.1.0 — 2012-03-21

This update contains the following changes: 

- 10 languages in total   
- Many new materials   
- Calculations in mm / kg and inches / lb

### 1.0.2 — 2012-01-10

This update 1.0.2. contains the following:
- Bugfixes

Coming up in Version 1.1.0.:
- a total of 27 languages
- many new materials and elements
- calculations either in mm/kg units or in inch/pound units

### 1.0.1 — 2011-12-05

Bugfixes

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