Shoudu Iron and Steel Works
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The Shoudu Iron and Steel Works is a major industrial establishment located west of Beijing, China. Originally established in 1920, it utilized local iron ore and coal. After expansion in the late 1950s, it became one of China's largest steel plants, producing high-quality steel for various industries like machine building and electrical engineering. The plant also manufactures specialized steel products for sectors such as automotive and boiler manufacturing. Beijing's industrial growth, including that of Shoudu, has been balanced with environmental concerns, leading to the curtailment of further expansion.1
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