This course on «Techniques for Assembling, Finishing and Protecting Handcrafted Wrought Iron Works» is a comprehensive training programme that trains both blacksmiths and enthusiasts of this sport. It provides fundamental knowledge on the creation and preservation of works of high-quality wrought iron. Participants will learn techniques for the assembly, finishing and protection of forgings, which enables them to improve the durability and aesthetic appeal of their creations. This training is essential for blacksmiths seeking perfection in their craft, and for artists seeking bring their visions to life in metal, as well as for those who wish to take up blacksmithing. Furthermore, it is relevant in the the field of heritage conservation, thereby enabling the preservation of historical artefacts.
Techniques for Assembling, Finishing and Protecting Handcrafted Wrought Iron Works
Art and Crafts
50 hours
Introduction
Objectives
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Apply specific techniques and procedures for welding at the joints between structural components hand-forged according to established production plans, in accordance with quality and safety standards.
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Apply techniques and procedures for riveted and bolted in the assembly of handcrafted wrought iron pieces based on established production plans, in accordance with quality and safety standards.
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Apply hot-working techniques and procedures for a selection of handcrafted wrought iron pieces based on established production plans, in accordance with quality and safety criteria.
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Apply techniques and procedures for finish and protection handcrafted wrought-iron pieces based on established production plans, with quality and safety criteria.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. WELDING TECHNIQUES AND PROCEDURES IN ARTISAN FORGING WORK.
Types of welds: uses and characteristics.
Facilities, systems and welding components used in traditional forging processes.
Forge welding (hot welding): applications in joining pieces in handcrafted wrought ironwork.
- Butt welding.
- Side weld.
- Full penetration welding.
- Welding of flat bars into a groove.
- Fillet and T-joint welding.
- Flute or bassoon playing.
- Groove flame welding.
Electric arc and coated electrode welding: applications in joining components in handcrafted wrought ironwork.
- Pin solderer.
- Inverter welder.
Spot welding: applications in joining components in handcrafted wrought ironwork.
Electric arc and wire welding: applications in joining components in handcrafted forged work.
- MIG.
- MAG.
TIG welding: applications in joining components in handcrafted wrought ironwork.
Oxy-acetylene welding: applications in joining components in handcrafted wrought ironwork.
- Team.
- Applications.
Quality, occupational and environmental risks associated with welding techniques and procedures in traditional blacksmithing workshops.
TEACHING UNIT 2. TECHNIQUES AND PROCEDURES FOR ASSEMBLING, FINISHING AND PROTECTING HANDCRAFTED IRONWORK.
Assembly techniques:
- Types.
- Features.
Riveted assembly:
- Components: types of rivets.
- Specifications.
- Application method: single-cut and double-cut.
Screw-fastened assembly: components, specifications and fitting procedure.
- Threaded plate.
- Nut.
- Taps and taps.
Revision techniques:
- Grinding: using a grinding stone, Ferodo pads and sandpaper.
- Filing.
- Sanding: by hand and with power tools.
Protective primers: types and application procedures.
- Bluing.
- Gilded, nielled.
- Other finishes.
Paints and enamels:
- Types.
- Procedures.
- Application.
Quality, occupational and environmental risks associated with the techniques and procedures used in the assembly, finishing and protection of handcrafted wrought ironwork.
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