Metalworking Tools
When it comes to outfitting your metalworking shop, having a variety of tools will give students a well-rounded experience so they’re fully prepared for whatever life brings them. Choose from basic metalworking tools such as calipers and dividers, to metalworking hand tools such as tweezers, tinner snips, and aviation snips. When students are ready to try advanced tools for metalworking, look for gauges, rivet setters, rivets, back-up washers, and riveters. You’ll also need to look for an anvil tool, steel stamp sets, punch and die sets, notchers, brass stencils, and measurement tools.
Metalwork Supplies
Having a consistent stock of supplies on hand enables students to keep learning, lesson plans to stay on track, and projects meeting their deadlines. To keep all this moving, it’s best to place a refill order before you run out, and buy in bulk. Common metalwork supplies to have on-hand include: rust remover; layout fluid; hot rolled strips, bands, and angles; cold rolled rounds, threaded and drill rods.
Metalworking Drill Press
Although woodworking and metalworking may both use a drill press, a drill press for metalworking will run slower but with higher torque. Everything about it will be more heavy duty. For example, a drill press table for metalworking is much larger than one for woodworking and it will likely include T-slots for holding the workpiece while drilling. It’s important to keep these factors in mind when shopping for a new drill press to ensure you choose the right model for your classroom.
Metalworking Bench
Any metalworking classroom will easily take on more wear and tear than a home shop, so it’s always a good idea to purchase the most durable tools. A metalwork bench is designed to be sturdy, strong, and stable for heavy duty applications. It will have a much higher load resistance, making it ideal for welding, grinding, and light castings. Integrated vises and clamps make it easy to hold metalwork parts while in the middle of a project.
Inspire Creativity Through Metalworking
A simple piece of metal can become a million different things, depending on who is holding it. Give your students the ability to explore their creative sides by offering a variety of metalworking supplies and tools in your classroom. This will give them a well-rounded education and set them up for lifelong success.
