Art of Welding : Featuring Ryan Friedlinghaus of West Coast Customs by Ryan Friedlinghaus and William Galvery (2013, Trade Paperback)

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PublisherIndustrial Press, Incorporated
ISBN-100831134755
ISBN-139780831134754
eBay Product ID (ePID)166751378

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Number of Pages272 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameArt of Welding : Featuring Ryan Friedlinghaus of West Coast Customs
SubjectWelding, Technical & Manufacturing Industries & Trades, Manufacturing, Machinery
Publication Year2013
TypeTextbook
AuthorRyan Friedlinghaus, William Galvery
Subject AreaTechnology & Engineering
FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height0.6 in
Item Weight30.5 Oz
Item Length11 in
Item Width8.5 in

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Intended AudienceScholarly & Professional
TitleLeadingThe
Grade FromCollege Freshman
IllustratedYes
Grade ToCollege Graduate Student
Table Of ContentChapter 1: An Overview of Welding What are the most popular welding processes for the do-it-yourselfer? How are welding joints prepared? What are some of the basic types of welds? What are the special procedures for welding thick plates? What are some common welding positions? Chapter 2: General Tools, Materials and Safety Equipment What hand tools are used in welding? What power tools are used in welding? What types of clamps are used in welding? What are the most common steel products used in welding? What are some basic safety requirements? Chapter 3: Oxyacetylene Welding What are the applications that OAW is best suited for? What metals can the OAW process readily weld? What are some basic safety procedures? What types of equipment are needed? How do you select filler metal (welding rod)? How is the equipment set up? What are the joint preparations for welding? How are welds judged? Oxyacetylene welding tips from West Coast Customs Chapter 4: Shielded Metal Arc Welding: Arc Welding and Stick Welding How does the process work? When can stick welding be used? What is the basic equipment setup for stick welding? What are the functions of stick welding electrodes and how are they selected? How is stick welding equipment set up? Stick welding tips from West Coast Customs Chapter 5: Wire Feed Welding Processes: MIG Welding and Fluxed Cored Arc Welding How does the MIG process work? What metals can MIG weld? What is the basic equipment for MIG Welding? How do you select MIG electrodes? What part does shielding gas play in the MIG process? How is the welding wire transferred to the welding pool? How is MIG equipment set up? What are some joint preparation steps for MIG welding? How does the orientation of the electrode during welding affect the weld? What are typical MIG welding problems and solutions? How does the flux cored arc welding process work? What equipment is needed for an FCAW welding outfit? How do you select FCAW electrodes? What are typical FCAW problems and solutions? How is FCAW equipment set up? MIG welding tips from West Coast Customs Chapter 6: Gas Tungsten Arc Welding: TIG Welding How does the process work? What is the basic equipment setup for TIG welding? How are the electrodes selected? What shielding gases are used with TIG welding? What is the TIG welding setup process? What are some problems and solutions for TIG welding? TIG welding tips from West Coast Customs Chapter 7: Thermal Cutting: Oxy-Fuel Cutting and Plasma Arc Cutting How does oxyacetylene cutting work? How does a cutting head differ from a welding torch? What other fuels can be used in oxy-fuel cutting? How do you set up cutting torch equipment? What are some basic cutting techniques? What are OFC troubleshooting techniques? What is plasma arc cutting? Plasma arc cutting tips from West Coast Customs Chapter 8: Brazing and Soldering What''s the difference between brazing and soldering? What are the types of brazing/soldering? What are some common joint designs? What''s the purpose of brazing and soldering fluxes? What are the properties of brazing filler materials and soldering alloys? What steps help ensure safe brazing and soldering? How do you solder copper tubing? What are some troubleshooting tips for soldered and brazed joints? Braze Welding tips from West Coast Customs Chapter 9: Welding Tasks and Tips What''s the best corner treatment for a welded rectangular frame? What''s the best way to check if corners are square? How should a cracked C-channel truck frame be repaired? What are some tips for welding pipe and tubing? What are some ways to deal with metal distortion? Glossary Index
SynopsisRyan Friedlinghaus, the celebrated guru of automotive customization and host ofWest Coast Customs on Fox Sports (read About the Author for more), adds practical knowledge to William Galvery's acclaimed welding insight and everyday tips and tricks developed over his long professional career as an educator. This unique and original book improves upon the shortcomings of competitive titles by providing complete, in-depth coverage of the equipment and techniques used in the most popular welding processes: oxyacetylene, stick welding, MIG welding and TIG welding. What's more, it presents information in a lively, easy-to-follow design. Each chapter contains the pros and cons of each process and information on equipment, setup, materials, safety and welding techniques. To provide a solid footing for the novice welder, there is a chapter that provides an overview of welding and another on tools and materials. The bulk of the book is devoted to the more popular welding techniques. The authors also provide a chapter on soldering and brazing and another on plasma cutting. The Art of Welding is perfect for anyone who wants to learn welding, to make repairs or as part of a hobby. Even experienced welders will discover many tips and procedures to improve their welding technique. Features Presents the accumulated experience and knowledge of two welding professionals. William Galvery provides insight to the proper use of equipment and the science behind welding, including how welding affects different metals. Ryan Friedlinghaus provides the tips and techniques he uses everyday at West Coast Customs. Offers in-depth information about all popular welding processes, step-by-step photos and an engaging design that will appeal to do-it-yourselfers and hobbyist who want a solid background in welding. Emphasis is placed on safety with sections on selecting the proper clothing and safety lens for welding. Each welding process includes tips on approaching the job in a safe manner. Contains troubleshooting guides offering users an opportunity to learn from their mistakes by comparing inadequate welds to the troubleshooting guides located throughout the book. A chapter on welding projects shows welders how to compensate for the natural distortion that welding causes to various metals., Ryan Friedlinghaus, the celebrated guru of automotive customization and host of West Coast Customs on Fox Sports (read About the Author for more), adds practical knowledge to William Galvery's acclaimed welding insight and everyday tips and tricks developed over his long professional career as an educator. This unique and original book improves upon the shortcomings of competitive titles by providing complete, in-depth coverage of the equipment and techniques used in the most popular welding processes: oxyacetylene, stick welding, MIG welding and TIG welding. What's more, it presents information in a lively, easy-to-follow design. Each chapter contains the pros and cons of each process and information on equipment, setup, materials, safety and welding techniques.To provide a solid footing for the novice welder, there is a chapter that provides an overview of welding and another on tools and materials. The bulk of the book is devoted to the more popular welding techniques. The authors also provide a chapter on soldering and brazing and another on plasma cutting. The Art of Welding is perfect for anyone who wants to learn welding, to make repairs or as part of a hobby. Even experienced welders will discover many tips and procedures to improve their welding technique., Overview Ryan Friedlinghaus, the celebrated guru of automotive customization and host ofWest Coast Customs on Fox Sports "(read About the Author for more), adds practical knowledge to William Galvery's acclaimed welding insight and everyday tips and tricks developed over his long professional career as an educator. This unique and original book improves upon the shortcomings of competitive titles by providing complete, in-depth coverage of the equipment and techniques used in the most popular welding processes: oxyacetylene, stick welding, MIG welding and TIG welding. What's more, it presents information in a lively, easy-to-follow design. Each chapter contains the pros and cons of each process and information on equipment, setup, materials, safety and welding techniques. To provide a solid footing for the novice welder, there is a chapter that provides an overview of welding and another on tools and materials. The bulk of the book is devoted to the more popular welding techniques. The authors also provide a chapter on soldering and brazing and another on plasma cutting. The Art of Welding" is perfect for anyone who wants to learn welding, to make repairs or as part of a hobby. Even experienced welders will discover many tips and procedures to improve their welding technique. Features Presents the accumulated experience and knowledge of two welding professionals. William Galvery provides insight to the proper use of equipment and the science behind welding, including how welding affects different metals. Ryan Friedlinghaus provides the tips and techniques he uses everyday at West Coast Customs. Offers in-depth information about all popular welding processes, step-by-step photos and an engaging design that will appeal to do-it-yourselfers and hobbyist who want a solid background in welding. Emphasis is placed on safety with sections on selecting the proper clothing and safety lens for welding. Each welding process includes tips on approaching the job in a safe manner. Contains troubleshooting guides offering users an opportunity to learn from their mistakes by comparing inadequate welds to the troubleshooting guides located throughout the book. A chapter on welding projects shows welders how to compensate for the natural distortion that welding causes to various metals, Overview Ryan Friedlinghaus, the celebrated guru of automotive customization and host ofWest Coast Customs on Fox Sports (read About the Author for more), adds practical knowledge to William Galvery's acclaimed welding insight and everyday tips and tricks developed over his long professional career as an educator. This unique and original book improves upon the shortcomings of competitive titles by providing complete, in-depth coverage of the equipment and techniques used in the most popular welding processes: oxyacetylene, stick welding, MIG welding and TIG welding. What's more, it presents information in a lively, easy-to-follow design. Each chapter contains the pros and cons of each process and information on equipment, setup, materials, safety and welding techniques. To provide a solid footing for the novice welder, there is a chapter that provides an overview of welding and another on tools and materials. The bulk of the book is devoted to the more popular welding techniques. The authors also provide a chapter on soldering and brazing and another on plasma cutting. The Art of Welding is perfect for anyone who wants to learn welding, to make repairs or as part of a hobby. Even experienced welders will discover many tips and procedures to improve their welding technique. Features Presents the accumulated experience and knowledge of two welding professionals. William Galvery provides insight to the proper use of equipment and the science behind welding, including how welding affects different metals. Ryan Friedlinghaus provides the tips and techniques he uses everyday at West Coast Customs. Offers in-depth information about all popular welding processes, step-by-step photos and an engaging design that will appeal to do-it-yourselfers and hobbyist who want a solid background in welding. Emphasis is placed on safety with sections on selecting the proper clothing and safety lens for welding. Each welding process includes tips on approaching the job in a safe manner. Contains troubleshooting guides offering users an opportunity to learn from their mistakes by comparing inadequate welds to the troubleshooting guides located throughout the book. A chapter on welding projects shows welders how to compensate for the natural distortion that welding causes to various metals
LC Classification NumberTS227.G2323 2014

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