NOTHING KUTS LIKE A KAMA
In the past, coins have been made from valuable metals such as silver, gold, copper, bronze, or brass. Some of the earliest coins were made of electrum which is an alloy of gold and roughly 20 percent silver. These were consistent in weight which meant they were intended to have...
When it comes to metal, strength can be defined in different ways. Those ways are compressive strength, tensile strength, yield strength, and impact strength. Here we will go over these variations and what they mean. Compressive strength is a material’s capacity to endure and withstand compaction (size reduction) or how...
While humans have always used materials in their surroundings to create works of art from cave paintings to statues and effigies, these artistic skills have obviously increased over time and with the discovery of new materials, new works of art have been created. From shells, bones, teeth, and skin in...
Bandsaws are a piece of equipment used in many shops large and small for cutting metal and other materials. There are many things you can do to ensure the safety of yourself and others while using these powerful tools. Practice safety and always make sure you are using your tools...
Depending on what type of work you're doing will depend on the tools you need, however, any handyman, metalworker, or carpenter will likely have a variety of tools in their arsenal. Here we will look at scroll saws and the differences in using one vs a bandsaw. These machines may...
There are multiple roles in metalworking besides a welder or a blacksmith. Metals are quite diverse and can be used from construction to jewelry making and because of this, there are multiple different professions that work with metals in different settings. The type of metal being used determines these job...
Due to the physicality of the craft, it is usually thought that men are blacksmiths, exclusively. And while there may not be many women involved in this trade, there have been a few through history that may surprise you. Since it is the first day of Women's History Month, it...
When a piece of metal is entered into a gas-fired furnace, for instance, this exposes it to enough thermal energy to modify its base properties. When the time comes to cool the piece, metal quenching begins. You can do this by lowering the piece into a bath of oil or...
The simplest way to change the mechanical properties of steel is by adjusting the carbon content. By accelerating the rate of cooling you can make additional changes to the material. When the steel cools quickly, there is less time for carbon atoms to move through the lattices and form larger...
The KAMA bandsaw line benefits many users who need a reliable bandsaw. Stair and rail shops, custom automotive, furniture makers, and more find the ease of use and ability to go from cutting to welding highly useful for their trades, saving them time and money. Portsmouth Naval Shipyard facilitates the...
