This A4 format textbook consists of 36 chapters each covering the safe use and adjustment of a different workshop machine or process. In full colour there are 230 pages of explanations, illustrations, tips and discussions.
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Originally written for staff working in Design & Technology school workshops, it is equally valuable for anyone working with these machines in either a home based workshop or in an industrial environment. The methods of safe working and correct machine adjustment remain true regardless of where they are taking place.
The book addresses the following processes -
● Hand tools
● Hand held powered machines (6 types)
● Sanding machines (3 types)
● Pillar drill
● Buffing machine
● Power fret saw
● Laser cutters
● Plastics forming
● Circular saw
● Band saw
● Radial arm saw
● Compound mitre saw
● Vertical panel saw
● Wood lathe
● Planer-thicknesser
● Power hacksaw
● Milling machine
● Centre lathe
● Gas welding and cutting
● MIG, TIG and Manual Metal Arc welding
● Spot welding
● Plasma cutting
● Brazing and forge work
● Soft soldering
● Grinding and sharpening
● Angle grinder
● Casting of non-ferrous metals.
The author is a Registered Design & Technology Health & Safety consultant and has been delivering training in the UK on these machines and processes since 2001.