Metalworking Vocabulary Videos
Tapping on metals
The process of cutting internal threads in a pre-drilled hole using a tap tool.
Fillet weld
A type of weld that joins two metal pieces at a right angle.
Soldering
A low-temperature joining process where solder is melted to bond metal components.
Metal drilling
The process of creating holes in metal using a drill bit.
Bending metals
A forming process that deforms metal into a desired shape without cutting.
Hardening metals
A heat treatment process that increases metal hardness and strength.
Spot resistance welding
A welding technique using pressure and electric current to create localized welds.
Oxy acetylene welding
A gas welding process using oxygen and acetylene flame.
Core electrode
A welding electrode with a metal core surrounded by coating.
Stainless welding
A specialized welding process used to join stainless steel.
Radius
The distance from the center of a curved metal piece to its outer edge.
Cellulose electrode
A cellulose-coated electrode used for deep penetration welding.
Hot forming
A metal shaping process performed at high temperatures.
Cold forming
A metal shaping process performed at or near room temperature.
Ceiling weld
An overhead weld performed on surfaces above the welder.
Technical drawing
A precise representation of a metalwork design with dimensions and instructions.
TIG welding
A precise welding process using a tungsten electrode and inert gas.
Submerged arc welding
A welding process where the arc is submerged under granular flux.
Three view drawing
A technical drawing showing top, front, and side views of an object.
Typography Industry Vocabulary Videos
Assembled / assembly
The process of putting together components of a printed product before binding.
Filling agents
Substances added to paper or ink to improve opacity, brightness, or texture.
Wrapping
The process of enclosing printed materials for protection or presentation.
Assembly
The process of arranging and combining parts of a publication before finishing.
Paper bale
A large compressed bundle of paper used for recycling or storage.
Scoring
The mark drawn on cardboard by pressing to facilitate folding.
Book block
The process of making a crease in paper or cardstock to facilitate folding.
Capitalband
The collection of pages before a book is bound with a cover.
Bound book
A book assembled and secured with a cover through a binding process.
Cardboard
A thick paper-based material used for covers, packaging, or backing.
Paper waste
Scraps, trimmings, or defective sheets generated during printing and binding.
Desktop publishing
The creation of documents using software for layouts, text, images, and graphics.
Seaming
The process of joining or reinforcing material edges for durability.
Technological sheet
A document outlining technical specifications for a printing job.
Flyleaf
A blank sheet used to connect the book block and the covers.
Offset paper
An uncoated high-quality paper used in offset printing.
Intertwined
Materials or designs that are woven or interlocked.
Printing
The process of reproducing text and images on paper or other materials.
Gluing
The process of applying adhesive to secure pages or components.
Interleaving
The insertion of blank or special sheets between printed sheets.
Varnish / lacquer
A protective or decorative coating applied to printed materials.
Lamination
The process of covering printed materials with a thin plastic film.
UV lamp
A light source used in UV printing and curing.
Binding
The process of joining pages together to create a finished book or booklet.
Printing layout imposition
The arrangement of pages on a print sheet for correct ordering.
Assembly / mounting
The process of putting printed components onto a final surface or frame.
Sample
A test print or prototype used to check quality before mass production.
Negative
A reversed image or film used in traditional printing.
Pallet
A platform used to store and transport stacks of printed materials or paper.
Rotary press
A printing press using rotating cylinders for high-volume production.
Resolution
The clarity or sharpness of printed images, measured in DPI.
Paper roll
A large roll of paper used in continuous-feed printing processes.
Screen printing
A printing technique where ink is pushed through a mesh screen.
Verso of the left-hand page
The left-hand page of an open book or publication.
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