"Tube Forming Processes, A Comprehensive Guide" is a thorough handbook with recent developments in the field, The text discusses the best materials for bending and methods and equipment for bending, cutting, branching, brazing and joining tubes. The book is suitable for the novice or for advanced tube fabricators. Information is from top industry experts covering the fundamentals and guidelines for tube fabrication, pipe fabrication, and other areas. There is information on secondary operations required by typical fabricators. The book also addresses management concerns, such as determining appropriate tools and equipment, weighing costs and quality, and knowing the choices available.
Preface
Chapter 1 : Process Planning
Chapter 2 : Basic Tube Cut-to-length Methods
Chapter 3 : Basic Bending Methods
Chapter 4 : Justifying and Selecting Equipment
Chapter 5 : Tube End Forming
Chapter 6 : Tube Branching Methods
Chapter 7 : Brazing and Joining
Chapter 8 : Lubrication
Chapter 9 : Tube and Pipe Design and Inspection
Chapter 10 : Equipment Implementation
Appendix
Index
