This collection of priceless tips, tricks, skills, and experiences from
a veteran of the trade is presented in a way that captures the attention
of users and engages them in the process of furthering the art. It
includes shop-tested descriptions and illustrations of creative and
unique skills and observations from almost 40 years in the metalworking
trades. What's more, it offers enough material from several metalworking
trades to start a great research and development shop. It is sure to be
a valuable and time-saving resource for anyone involved in the
fabrication of metal.
- Written by a shop peer from the perspective of having done the
required work.
- Includes nearly 1,000 full-color photos, as well as numerous
illustrative stories that help users easily understand the material
presented and the techniques provided.
- Contains a chapter on flame straightening techniques.
- Offers many examples of special workholding techniques.
- Covers crossover skills like Welding/Machine, Sheetmetal/Welding, and
Design/Management.