Processes that can be used to cut and shape materials

Question 1

How can routing be used to cut and shape materials?

Answer 1

• Router cutters are available in a variety of different profiles.
• A router can be handheld or table mounted, or controlled by a CNC 3D router.
• They are used to cut slots, shapes and decorative profiles.

Question 2

How can sawing be used to cut and shape materials?

Answer 2

The most common types of saws are circular saws, bandsaws and radial arm saws. These are all industrial saws which are used to cut and prepare timber to size and length.

Question 3

Define Mortising

Answer 3

Cutting a square or rectangular hole in wood.

Question 4

How can mortising be used to cut and shape materials?

Answer 4

A mortising machine cuts a square hole in Timber and is often used as part of a mortise and tenon joint.