Now he can begin his metal-shaping process for the exterior. Chris uses four tools to shape the metal. The English wheel, reciprocating hammer, radius brake, and the bossing mallet and shot bag.

There are a variety of processes involved in the use of machine tools for working with metals. Cold forming involves shaping metal without heat treatment either manually or using a jig ...

But such is the case for tungsten carbide inserts, the flecks of material that form the business end of most of the tools used to shape metal. And thanks to one of the biggest suppliers of inserts ...

The raw metal is mounted on the lathe and spun at high speeds, with skilled operators using cutting tools to shape the material into a perfect hexagonal form. This precision work ensures the nuts ...

B.C. and has been an integral part of human history since. The skill of shaping metal through hammering, heating, ...