Joining processes

Joining processes

1. Screws

2. Screws

   • Nuts and bolts, self tapping screws, captive nuts and knock down joints

3. Knock down fittings

   • Cam fittings, Captive nuts, Corner blocks

4. Sewing/stitching

5. Welding

   • Spot, Electric arc, MIG/TIG, Oxy- acetylene

6. Brazing

   • Oxy-acetylene

7. Tracks and nails

   • For wood, upholstery and masonary

8. Wood joints

   • Comb joints, Dovetail joints, Mortise and tenon joints

9. Riveting

   • 'Pop', Solid

10. Soldering

    • (High) Hard (silver solder). (Low) soft solder

11. Mechanical joints

    • Rolled and crimped edges, Slot and hook mechanisms, Velcro, Tab and slot

12. Adhesives

    • PVA, Tensol, Epoxy resins, Double sided