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Series: ASM Handbook
Volume: 6A
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 31 October 2011
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v06a.a0005590
EISBN: 978-1-62708-174-0
... process: electrical shock, fumes and gases, arc radiation, and fire and explosion. arc radiation automatic welding electrical shock filler metals fire and explosion fumes gas tungsten arc welding power supplies robotic welding safety precautions shielding gas torch construction tungsten...
Series: ASM Handbook
Volume: 6
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 January 1993
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v06.a0001487
EISBN: 978-1-62708-173-3
... in various welding and cutting operations. Injuries and fatalities from electric shock in welding and cutting operations can occur if proper precautionary measures are not followed. The article discusses the electrical safety aspects to be considered for various welding and cutting operations. adhesive...
Series: ASM Handbook
Volume: 6
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 January 1993
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v06.a0001397
EISBN: 978-1-62708-173-3
... electrical shock and the potential for overheating solder to cause spatter. Typically, the engineer who originally designs the electrode heads is responsible for the equipment's initial start-up. Resistance Soldering Practice The RS process requires preassembly of the workpiece components. Because...
Series: ASM Handbook
Volume: 6A
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 31 October 2011
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v06a.a0005635
EISBN: 978-1-62708-174-0
... be routed away from the audience to avoid possible electric shock or tripping hazards. Exhibitors must also provide protection against fires from fuels, combustibles, and overheated apparatus and wiring. Fire extinguishers must be on hand, and combustible materials must be removed from the area or shielded...
Series: ASM Handbook
Volume: 5A
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 August 2013
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v05a.a0005757
EISBN: 978-1-62708-171-9
... compressed and combustible gases, which may be at high pressures. Old, worn, or cracked cables and hoses can cause gas leaks or electrical shocks. Ultraviolet/infrared from plasma/arc torches can cause burns to face/skin/eyes. High sound levels from equipment can cause hearing damage. High...
Series: ASM Handbook
Volume: 6
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 January 1993
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v06.a0001400
EISBN: 978-1-62708-173-3
... of electrical shock and severe burns, prohibit manual interaction with the workpiece during heating. Therefore, certain practices associated with the use of preplaced solder must be followed: An adequate supply of solder alloy must be present to completely fill the gap. Provision must be made...
Series: ASM Handbook
Volume: 5A
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 August 2013
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v05a.a0005756
EISBN: 978-1-62708-171-9
... electrical shock. Head protection must be furnished to, and used by, all personnel engaged in construction-type work, especially when spraying the interior surfaces of a large space, applying coatings overhead, or working with cranes and forklifts. Head protection should also be worn by engineers...
Series: ASM Handbook
Volume: 11A
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 30 August 2021
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v11A.a0006830
EISBN: 978-1-62708-329-4
... Abstract The types of metal components used in lifting equipment include gears, shafts, drums and sheaves, brakes, brake wheels, couplings, bearings, wheels, electrical switchgear, chains, wire rope, and hooks. This article primarily deals with many of these metal components of lifting...
Series: ASM Handbook
Volume: 8
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 January 2000
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v08.a0003303
EISBN: 978-1-62708-176-4
... durations and sample thicknesses that can be loaded in one dimension, and the electrical fields commensurate with the capacitance-bank loading technique yield a high electrical field. Laser-Driven Impactors Laser-driven impactors are also used to shock load materials. In this technique a high-power...
Series: ASM Handbook
Volume: 2A
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 30 November 2018
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v02a.a0006528
EISBN: 978-1-62708-207-5
... Abstract Porcelain enamel is a fusion bonded glass coating that resists chemical and abrasive attack, provides thermal and electrical insulation, and improves aesthetic qualities. It is used on cast iron as well as steel and aluminum alloys. This article provides a review of the porcelain...
Series: ASM Handbook
Volume: 6
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 January 1993
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v06.a0001484
EISBN: 978-1-62708-173-3
... operations, the use of a number 10 (or greater) shaded lens may be required by the operator. If the intensity of the PAC process causes eye discomfort to the operator, a lens with a darker shade should be utilized. Electric Shock Both the input power to and the output from a PAC system is sufficient...
Book: Casting
Series: ASM Handbook
Volume: 15
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 December 2008
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v15.a0005198
EISBN: 978-1-62708-187-0
... to be removed from the furnace for pouring at the end of each melt. Fig. 1 Large electric bale-out crucible furnace. Courtesy of Morgan Crucible Crucibles are used in gas- and oil-fired furnaces, electric resistance furnaces, and induction furnaces. They come with or without pouring spouts...
Series: ASM Handbook
Volume: 6A
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 31 October 2011
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v06a.a0005625
EISBN: 978-1-62708-174-0
... of the simplest and most commonplace of welding processes. When an electric current flows through a conductive material, such as a pure metal or alloy, there is some inherent resistance to the free flow of electrons through the conductor. Mathematically stated, the thermal power (d Q /d t ) produced when current...
Series: ASM Handbook
Volume: 13C
Publisher: ASM International
Published: 01 January 2006
DOI: 10.31399/asm.hb.v13c.a0004155
EISBN: 978-1-62708-184-9
...) and stress-corrosion cracking (SCC) in low-pressure (LP) utility turbines accounted for over [dollar]600 million ( Ref 2 ). The cost of industrial steam turbine corrosion is estimated to be similar. Data collected by the North American Electric Reliability Council for 1476 fossil units between 1996 and 2000...