Forming, Redistribution And Addition Processes - Woods Flashcards
What is a butt joint
The simplest method of joining two pieces of timber together
It relies on adhesives such as PVA to make the bond
This joint is only suitable for light applications such as modelling
What is a dowel joint
Dowels are small round pegs made of hardwood
Dowelling is a simple joining method and stronger than using just a butt joint
What is a mitre joint used for
To make picture frames
What are knock down fittings used for
Flat pack furniture
What are the advantages of knock down fittings
Reducing cost for the manufacturer and customer
Reduces making time
Easier to carry through doorways
What are modesty blocks
They are small rigid polymer blocks which have moulded holes that take screws used to join panels. It is simple to use but does not create a very strong joint and is unattractive
Name a type of knock down fitting
Barrel nut and bolt
Name two wasting processes
Turning
Milling timber
What does turning involve
Matching wood on a lathe such as table legs
Name two forming processes
Lamination
Steam bending
What does lamination involve
The process of bonding materials together
Glued together
What does steam bending involve
Using heat and steam to make strips of timber more pliable so that they can be shaped over a former
What is quicker steam bending or lamination
Steam bending
What is more wasteful steam bending or laminating
Lamination
Name 4 types of adhesives
PVA
contact adhesives
UV hardening adhesives
Solvent cement
What are jigs and fixtures used for
Often used to ensure the parts or components can be made repeatedly and accurately. Jigs can also be used to speed up manufacture
