I have always been interested in learning how to do certain types of metal fabrication. In high school I took an automotive class where I dabbled in cutting and welding. The class was mostly geared towards vehicle repairs and less on metal fabrication. I would like to learn how to do laser cut outs with words or shapes from a sheet of metal. My end goal would be to incorporate them into the signs I create for my customers. By adding a different texture and having not only wood will help me stand out from other businesses.
A friend of mine has his red seal metal fabricator ticket. He took a five-month foundations course followed by a four-year apprenticeship. His favourite part of the job is taking a pile of metal and building anything you could imagine with it. The uniqueness of every item he creates being one of a kind. He also reported that the least favourite part of his job is welding. Which unfortunately is not something you can avoid. While I will not be taking this course, having a friend like him in my back pocket may come in handy one day.
There are three types of flat metal such as, leaf metal (foil metal), sheet metal (under 6mm thick) and plate metal (thickest 0.25 inches). These metals are commonly used for the side panels on kitchen appliances but would be suitable for the cut outs I would be doing.
Many everyday items are processed through metal fabrication such as, locks, keys, silverware, pots, fans and many more. Metal fabrication is all around you and you might not even realize it.
If you are interested in a more in-depth explanation of the terminology click on the link below. https://www.tuckey.com/blog/common-metal-fabrication-processes-applications/
I like your idea of using two mediums (wood and metal) on your signs. That would definitely set you apart! (picure is not visible)
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