Materials Handbook

An Encyclopedia for Managers, Technical Professionals, Purchasing and Production Managers, Technicians, and Supervisors

George S. Brady
(Deceased)

Henry R. Clauser

Materials Consultant Former Editor, Materials Engineering

John A. Vaccari

Materials Consultant Former Editor, Materials Engineering

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