The Art of Welding (A Multicolor Book with Art Paper)

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.

Detailed Table of Contents
Author Biographies
Introduction

Chapter 1 : An Overview of Welding
Chapter 2 : General Tools and Materials, Safety Equipment
Chapter 3 : Oxyacetylene Welding
Chapter 4 : Shielded Metal Arc Welding, Stick Welding, Arc Welding
Chapter 5 : Wire-Feed Welding Processes, MIG Welding and FCAW
Chapter 6 : Gas Tungsten Arc Welding, TIG Welding
Chapter 7 : Thermal Cutting, Oxy-fuel and Plasma Arc Cutting
Chapter 8 : Brazing and Soldering
Chapter 9 : Welding Tasks and Tips

Glossary
Index
Credits