Vocabulary List: Metal Fabrication

Fabrication

The process of manufacturing or constructing something from raw materials.

Welding

A method of joining two materials, typically metals, by melting and fusing them together.

Alloy

A mixture of two or more metals to enhance properties like strength and corrosion resistance.

Machining

The process of removing material from a workpiece to shape or finish it, often using CNC machines.

Casting

A manufacturing process where liquid material is poured into a mold to form a specific shape upon solidification.

Sheet Metal

Thin, flat pieces of metal that can be cut and bent into various shapes for fabrication.

Forging

The process of shaping metal using compressive forces, often at high temperatures.

Bending

The process of deforming metal by applying force to change its shape while maintaining its integrity.

Drilling

The process of creating round holes in a material using a rotating cutting tool.

Finishing

The process of enhancing the surface of a metal object, making it smooth or preparing it for further processing.

Metalworking

The process of shaping and assembling metal to create objects or structures.

Tooling

The process of creating tools that will be used in manufacturing processes.

Precision

The quality of being exact and accurate in the manufacturing process.

Specifications

Detailed descriptions of the design and materials required for a fabrication project.

Components

Individual parts that are assembled to create a final product in fabrication.

Prototype

An early sample or model built to test a concept or process in metal fabrication.

Metallic

Relating to metal; having properties characteristic of a metal.

Fabricator

A person or company that fabricates metal products, parts, and structures.

Safety Gear

Protective clothing and equipment used to ensure safety while working in a fabrication environment.