# steel shapes canada > Mobile reference for Canadian structural steel sections with metric and imperial equivalents. (iPhone/iPad app by David Homes.) - Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steel-shapes-canada/id338227273 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`) - Developer: [David Homes](https://appshunter.io/developer/320954174) - Category: Reference, Productivity - Price: $2.99 - Rating: 5.00/5 from 2 App Store ratings · 11 written reviews indexed - Age rating: 4+ - Requires: iOS 13.0 · 7 MB - Languages: American English - Released: 2009-11-24 - Data updated: 2026-09-05 - Monetization: paid - User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steel-shapes-canada/id338227273/reviews.md ## What is [steel shapes] canada? [steel canada] provides access to the CANADIAN INSTITUTE OF STEEL CONSTRUCTION latest Structural Steel Sections Database (version 9.2), containing the mechanical and geometrical properties, in metric units, for section types W, S, M, WWF, C, MC, L, WT, WWT, 2L, WRF, SLB, HS (HSS CSAG40.20/21) and HA (HSS ASTM A500). Based on the same code base as [steel], the best mobile structural steel reference on the App Store, it differs on only two aspects, the database each contain (CISC vs AISC) and [steel canada] is able to display side by side the Metric & Imperial equivalent designation for any of the shapes it contains. This is a one-up feature over [steel] that will make it useful even for engineers outside of Canada! FEATURES: ** BROWSE & SEARCH for sections in the main window, displaying either of: - Metric Designation, only metric names displayed and search conducted on these values. - Metric Designation + Imperial Equivalent, both metric and imperial names displayed, search conducted on the metric values. - Imperial Designation + Metric Equivalent, both metric and imperial names displayed, search conducted on the imperial values. ** SORT all sections based on a specific property, either in ascending or descending order. ** CONVERT units between Metric and English unit systems ** FLEXIBLE SEARCH lets you find a section faster, reducing typing and switching between the numeric and alphanumeric keyboard on the iPhone. Instead of entering "L 1.75 x 1.75 x 0.250" (which does work as well) you can simply input "L1.751.750.25" ** NO WIRELESS CONNECTION REQUIRED: All data is stored locally, making browsing and searching extremely fast. ---------------------------------------- User feedback on how to improve and grow the application is welcomed. Custom development services available. Please send your suggestions, bug reports, database corrections or support questions to dhomes@gmail.com ## Key features - Structural Steel Sections Database - Metric and Imperial Equivalents - Browse and Search Sections - Sort Sections by Property - Unit Conversion - Flexible Search Input - Offline Access ## Recent user reviews (10 of 11) All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steel-shapes-canada/id338227273/reviews.md ### 1/5 — It doesn’t work anymore *2019-05-23, version 3.1* It doesn’t work anymore ### 3/5 — Great information. Poor interface. *2013-06-01* I use this on a regular basis and I'm glad I bought it. The interface however needs a makeover. Category's blend together for example. Could be so much better to use. ### 5/5 — Fantastic *2013-03-12* Serviable utiliser tout les jours pour dessiner ### 5/5 — Crashes when converting *2011-11-18* Thank you for fixing the crash when converting. This is one of the most useful apps I own. Previous comment: It crashes when I select imperial units. This makes the app almost unusable. Please fix this and the app will be 5 stars. ### 5/5 — Just a great app *2011-09-04* I use it all the time. It Would be nice to have the green and blue section of the handbook. ### 4/5 — Great *2011-01-31* No longer have to carry around the very large and clunky handbook; it would be good if this app had the green and blue tables that would make this app 5 stars. ### 4/5 — Great but... *2010-10-05* It will be nicer if there is a 'favorite sections' button. If I demand, Class (Class 1, 2, 3, 4) option will be nice. It is a nice program. Thank you for creating this. ### 5/5 — Excellent Reference Tool *2010-04-14* I rarely use my handbook now. All of the sections commonly used in the Canadian steel industry are included. The app has all the sectional properties required to estimate, detail and do quick designs. Tables are sortable by the property of choice. The data base is searchable to pick the depth and weight of the section you are considering. The information can be displayed in metric, imperial or both if you are more comfortable with the imperial designations. Thank you CISC for sharing the information. ### 5/5 — Great tool *2010-03-15* This is a handy tool. What would be useful as a future development would be if the green and blue tables from the CISC handbook were also available, assuming that CISC would permit such use. ### 5/5 — Great tool *2010-02-18* Great tool for regular searching of steel shapes and its sizes. I use it on almost a daily basis, and it is easy to use. The developer is on top of it. ## Frequently asked questions about [steel shapes] canada ### What structural steel sections does Steel Shapes Canada include? Steel Shapes Canada includes sections like W, S, M, WWF, C, MC, L, WT, WWT, 2L, WRF, SLB, HS, and HA, based on CISC standards. The database is version 9.2. ### Can I see both metric and imperial units in Steel Shapes Canada? Yes, Steel Shapes Canada uniquely displays side-by-side metric and imperial equivalent designations for all included shapes. This feature is useful for engineers outside of Canada. ### How does the search function work in Steel Shapes Canada? You can browse and search sections by metric designation, or by metric with imperial equivalent, or imperial with metric equivalent. The flexible search allows for reduced typing by omitting spaces and periods. ### Does Steel Shapes Canada require an internet connection? No, Steel Shapes Canada does not require a wireless connection as all data is stored locally. This ensures extremely fast browsing and searching. ### What is the price of Steel Shapes Canada? Steel Shapes Canada is a paid application priced at $2.99. This one-time purchase provides access to the full database and features. ### How often is Steel Shapes Canada updated? The application was last updated on June 8, 2020, to version 4.0. Users can send suggestions for improvements and database corrections to the developer. ### What devices is Steel Shapes Canada compatible with? Steel Shapes Canada is supported on iPhone and iPod devices. It is rated for ages 4 and up. ### Does Steel Shapes Canada have ads? No, Steel Shapes Canada is ad-free. As a paid application, it provides an uninterrupted user experience without advertisements. ## Version history (last 5 releases) ### 4.0 — 2020-06-08 - Updated UI - Maintenance update for iOS13 ### 3.1 — 2017-09-20 - 64 bit support - Improved UI ### 3.0.0 — 2013-09-27 - New updated interface - New features - Code tweaks, improvements & bug fixes - Updated icon ### v2.2 — 2013-05-15 - UI Tweaks - Code maintenance & cleanup - Product availability update ### 2.1.0 — 2013-01-19 - Code maintenance and optimization - Minimum required iOS now iOS5 or later ## Apps similar to [steel shapes] canada | App | Rating | Price | Category | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | [Steel Profiles](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steel-profiles/id564614324) | 4.7 (269) | Free | Reference | | [PocketTradesman Pipefitter](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pockettradesman-pipefitter/id570647866) | 2.3 (3) | $3.99 | Reference | | [Pocket Welder](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/pocket-welder/id571300046) | 1.0 (2) | $3.99 | Reference | ## More apps by David Homes - [steel shapes](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steel-shapes/id320954171) - [steel shapes hd](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steel-shapes-hd/id376788010) - [Steel Beams Bulk Checker](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/steel-beams-bulk-checker/id483903660) - [Structural SteelBook](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/structural-steelbook/id6444883369) All apps by David Homes: https://appshunter.io/developer/320954174 ## Related topics [structural steelbook](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/structural-steelbook) · [structural steel](https://appshunter.io/ios/topics/structural-steel) --- *Data collected daily from the US App Store and indexed by [AppsHunter](https://appshunter.io/). 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