New Edition of Metal Fabrication Training Resource Available

The Fabricators & Manufacturers Association (FMA), Rockford, Ill., now offers an updated version of its metal fabrication training resource. The third edition of Metal Fabrication – A Practical Guide serves as the basis for a training curriculum in metal fabrication, and is for use in classroom and on-the-job instruction programs. The book covers shop mathematics, blueprint reading, metallurgy, layout methods for precision fabrication, shop safety section and basic machine operations. New to the edition are topics on laser cutting and waterjet cutting, an expanded section on plasma cutting, and review questions at the end of each chapter. “The basic techniques presented throughout the text give students and trainees both theoretical knowledge and an understanding and appreciation of the newer technologies found in today’s manufacturing environment,” said Robert O’Con, co-author. “This resource also enables start-up ventures to begin operating by providing instruction in the use of basic hand- and power-operated equipment and tooling.”