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Whether you are a professional metalworker or a hobbyist, having the proper tools for metalworking is very important to ensure you get the job done right, every time. From large-scale manufacturing to DIY in your garage, you should always equip yourself for success! Let's talk about some of the most...
There are many forms of metalworking and many materials that can be used for various projects. Today, we thought we'd look at the steps for a project like making a bowl out of copper. So let's jump right in. Copper is a reddish metal that reflects red and orange light...
Forging and metalworking are processes where pieces of metal are cut, bent, shaped, joined, or welded to create a desired object. Forging uses heat and a hammer to move metal into the shapes you desire and elements that are forged can be stand-alone or combined. There are benefits to both...
Metals are commonly seen around the home but we may not always know in what. A common type of metal used in a home is an electroplated form, meaning a thin layer of metal is fused by electrolysis to an object. Let's look at some of the things metal is...
While most elements are metals, some are nonmetals and it's important to be able to tell the difference between the two. Let's talk about each and how you can tell them apart plus some of their uses. Metals are typically hard, dense conductors and they exhibit a shiny luster. Metallic...
Welding may be a skilled trade and a lot of people have taken welding up as their profession but plenty of people also just like welding for fun. Welding projects can be great practice for those interested in the skill whether it be for professional reasons or just as a...
There could be a number of reasons your blades are experiencing weld breakage when using them. Typically it is thought to be an issue with manufacturing but there are plenty of other reasons this could be happening. Here are some common problems with bandsaw blades. Check your tension to ensure...
75% of the known chemical elements are categorized as metals but there are five types of metals on the Periodic Table of Elements that are distinct. There are 94 total metals listed on the table. Metals are dense, malleable, and generally have luster as well as good conductors of heat...
Did you know that metals can be recycled over and over again with no alteration to their properties? Steel is one of the most recycled materials on the planet with aluminum, copper, silver, brass, and gold at its heels. There is a financial incentive to recycling scrap metals and doing...
As we know, the fabrication of metal and metalworking is used in many aspects of our modern lives. There is a lot, however, that we may not know about these trades and industries. For instance... The ancient Egyptians learned how to shape gold and bend it into jewelry around 4000...
