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Videos
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Covell's Tips for Snips
"This video shows the intimate details of using aircraft snips, with ample demonstrations of how they can be used to make clean cuts without distorting the metal." -- Taken from description.
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How to use a Slip Roller and Roll Metal
"Learn how to use a Slip Roller and form perfect sheet metal rolls." -- taken from description
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Joining Metals
"This program is an excellent introduction to the joining of metals, discussing both fusion and nonfusion methods, and explaining the advantages of welding over non-welding techniques." -- taken from description
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Marking Lines on Steel and Aluminum for Fabrication Different Methods Explained
Scott shows off the different types of tools that can be used for marking metals prior to fabrication.
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Marking Out Metal
One of the first things you need to be able to do when working with metal is marking it out correctly. This video shows how to use a scriber, engineers square, rule and centre punch to mark out a piece of stainless steel that is coloured using engineers marking out fluid, which is often called engineers blue.
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Metal Shaping Basics: Sheet metal shaping with only hand tools
"The absolute basics of sheet metal shaping and hand forming, from the simple hand tools to explaining what is actually going on with the sheet metal from a molecular perspective." -- taken from description.
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Metal Fabrication Marking Out Techniques
Includes videos about, finding 90 degrees from a horizontal line, bisecting a horizontal line, bisecting a given angle and bisecting an arc.
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Midland Fabrication
"Welding And Fabrication training and Trade knowledge, including instructional videos for those looking for technical advice in the workplace." -- taken from description
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Welding vs Soldering vs Brazing
"This video talks us through the differences between different types of metal joining and under what circumstances you would use each as well as covering a short tutorial on how to use brazing rods correctly." -- taken from description
Websites & Articles
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30+ Measuring Instruments for Mechanical Engineer
"Here are 30 Measuring instruments for engineers. Every Engineering student or employee should know about this."
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The Calculation Method of Large Arc Bending In Sheet Metal Processing
"In the realm of sheet metal processing, bending isn’t just a mechanical action; it’s an art form. Each curve, each arc, holds the potential to transform a flat piece of metal into a functional component or a striking work of art." -- taken from article
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The Differences Between Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Metal?
Short answer is ferrous metals contain iron, and are magnetic. Metals are not magnetic, they are non-ferrous, but not always......
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Fabrication Defects
These articles are all about fabrication defects, their possible causes and suggestions and remedies.
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Heavy Metal Fabrication vs Light Metal Fabrication
"Each of these has its methods, materials, and uses. This article will explain these differences, the techniques used in each, and why certain metals and methods are chosen for specific jobs."
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Interpretation of metal fab drawings
"Introduces the principles of interpretation and application of industrial fabrication drawings. Basic principles and techniques of metal fabrication are introduced by planning and construction of fixtures used in fabrication from drawings." -- taken from description
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Most Common Metal Fabrication Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
This article goes over the most typical errors in metal work and offers thorough advice on how to prevent them.
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Sheet Metal Press Tools: A Comprehensive Guide
"In the intricate world of manufacturing, sheet metal press tools are the unsung heroes, shaping the components that drive industries forward. But with a myriad of options available, how do you select the right tool to meet your specific fabrication needs?" -- taken from website.
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What standards apply to metal fabrication in Australia?
"There are several Australian standards to ensure the safety, quality, and durability of fabricated metal products." -- taken from website.
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Why Small-sized Channel Forming can be a Challenge
"Customers are often baffled by an over-the-phone explanation of why certain sized channels cannot be press brake formed. Although press braking appears to be a simple concept, precision accuracy can be quite difficult." -- taken from article.
eBooks
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Fabricating for Dummies
People have been hammering metal into shields, cookware, and ceremonial headdresses for centuries, and fabrication continues to be a popular and growing industry today. This book cuts through the jargon and provides you with the information you need to begin learning about metalworking.
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Fabrication Information Book
Topics covered include, tools, job planning, cutting, fastening, form, shape & bend, jigs & fixtures, and steel structures.
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Geometric Development
This resource develops introductory-level skills and knowledge in common geometric pattern development techniques. Includes chapters on parallel line, radial line, triangulations and competency mapping.
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Mechanical Engineer's Pocket Book
This eBook emphasises current engineering practice and is supported by clear accounts of the fundamental principles of engineering. Key features include the latest BSI engineering data; engineering design; roller chain drives, pneumatic and hydraulic systems; and expanded and more accessible detail on statics, dynamics and mathematics.
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Pattern Development: Sheet Metal
This book covers all three forms of layout as well as geometric construction. It introduces the learner to the techniques used in parallel line, radial line, and triangulation.
Books
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Engineering: an Industry Study
Includes chapters about, WHS, planning, tools, welding, measurements, cutting, machines, interpreting drawings, metals and environmentally safe practices.
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Engineers Black Book
This easy-to-use pocket book contains a wealth of up-to-date, useful, practical and hard-to- find information. Includes, Reamer and Drill Bit Types, Taper Pins, T-slot sizing, Counterboring/Sinking, Angles Conversions Tapers, Keyways and Keyseats, Woodruff Keys, Retaining Rings, 0-Rings, Flange Sizing, Common Workshop Metals, Adhesives, GD&T.
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Fastener Black Book
An easy reference book that contains information about; fasteners, standards, materials, coatings, mechanical properties, fastener identifications, tapping charts, torque information, thread terminology, tolerances, and much more. (In both imperial and metric.)
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Marking-off techniques for metal fabrication
A comprehensive guide to metal fabrication from marking principles, to advanced layout work. Contains detailed diagrams and instructions and a wealth of step-by-step instructions.
