How to shape and join steel plates and angle-bars for shipbuilding and heavy construction, with practical guidance you can apply.
This edition presents techniques for forming and finishing angle-bars, including curving, bending, and welding, while protecting the metal from local tempering and other defects. It covers annealing practices, heating temperatures, and the sequence of operations needed to maintain strength and workability.
From forging to final shaping, the book explains how to avoid common problems, such as local changes in hardness, and how to use presses, bands, and wooden tools to achieve accurate forms. It also discusses assembling joints, calking methods, and how to create shoulders, knees, and precise angles for structural work. The insights come from hands-on experience in shipyard practice and emphasize economical, reliable results.
- Detailed work sequences for heating, bending, and finishing angle-bars and plates
- Techniques to prevent tempering and preserve ductility during shaping
- Guidance on welding, calking, and assembling joints for strength and reliability
- Practical notes on annealing, tempering risks, and quality control during fabrication
Ideal for readers involved in metal fabrication, shipbuilding, and structural engineering who value tested, field-proven methods.