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Introduction to Welding (4 Parts)

Synopsis
Live-action videos providing for each topic: definitions, welding components, safety equipment, assembly and use of the system, the types and kinds of welds. Safety procedures are emphasised throughout, including the proper clothing, equipment and filter lens required for the work.
1 (1998): Explains and demonstrates the careful and safe method of using the combination of acetylene and oxygen gas cylinders. Demonstrates pressure regulators, check valves, hoses and fittings, torch tubes and tips. Explains ignition, use and shutting down and presents tips on the flame adjustment and methods to direct it to the work area. Also demonstrats various welding techniques and types of weld.
2 (1997): Explains the differences between the alternating current and direct current arc welding machines and shows how an electrical current melts electrodes to supply filler metal. Demonstrates electrode leads, workpiece leads and electrode holders. Explains electrode sizing and its importance, and gives step-by-step instructions for set-up and shut-off. Discusses and demonstrates uses of the shielded metal arc welding process.
3 (1998): Gas tungsten arc welding (TIG) presents special safety concerns. Viewers are warned of the suffocation hazards present when working with inert gases and told why good ventilation is required. Also explains how TIG welding differs from other types of welding, in particular the use of non-consumable electrodes. Explains and demonstrates electrode leads, hoses, regulators, collets, and the use of the post flow timer to protect the weld from contamination. Also discusses use of the correct collet set and electrode size and type needed for the job.
4 (19978): Explains similarities between gas metal arc welding (MIG) and flux core arc welding, including the use of direct current to provide constant voltage. Shows the different kinds of wires used in each. Demonstrates wire feeders and the spools that feed them, allowing welders to make long continuous welds. Demonstrates how to position the electrode and how to establish a good weld pool.
Language
English
Country
United States
Medium
Video; Videocassette. VHS. col. 14, 12, 11, 11 min.
Year of production
1998
Availability
Sale; 1999 sale: £29.50 each (+VAT +p&p)
Uses
Age 16 and up.
Subjects
Engineering; Technology
Keywords
welding processes

Sections

Title
Introduction to oxyfuel welding
Synopsis
1 (1998): Explains and demonstrates the careful and safe method of using the combination of acetylene and oxygen gas cylinders. Demonstrates pressure regulators, check valves, hoses and fittings, torch tubes and tips. Explains ignition, use and shutting d

Title
Introduction to shielded metal arc welding
Synopsis
2 (1997): Explains the differences between the alternating current and direct current arc welding machines and shows how an electrical current melts electrodes to supply filler metal. Demonstrates electrode leads, workpiece leads and electrode holders. Ex

Title
Introduction to gas tungsten arc welding
Synopsis
3 (1998): Gas tungsten arc welding (TIG) presents special safety concerns. Viewers are warned of the suffocation hazards present when working with inert gases and told why good ventilation is required. Also explains how TIG welding differs from other type

Title
Introduction to gas metal arc welding and flux core welding
Synopsis
4 (19978): Explains similarities between gas metal arc welding (MIG) and flux core arc welding, including the use of direct current to provide constant voltage. Shows the different kinds of wires used in each. Demonstrates wire feeders and the spools that

Production Company

Name

Meridian Education Corporation

Email
meridian@meridianeducation.com
Web
http://www.meridianeducation.com External site opens in new window
Phone
+1 309 827 5455
Fax
+1 309 829 8621
Address
PO Box 911
12 Perrine Road
Monmouth Junction
NJ 08852
USA

Distributor

Name

Viewtech Educational Media

Notes
NB. Viewtech ceased trading in 2014 and the company’s products are no longer in distribution
Name

Viewtech Educational Media

Contact
Lynda Morrell
Notes
NB. Viewtech ceased trading in 2014 and the company’s products are no longer in distribution For over 30 years Viewtech distributed programmes from leading specialist educational producers from around the world and since 2002 it included titles previously distributed in the UK by Educational Media Film & Video. The extensive collection covered all subjects within the primary and secondary curriculum and some materials, particularly in the areas of study skills and business, are applicable to further/higher education.

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