This edition had all images removed.
LoC No.: 05018167
Title:
The Art of Lead Burning
A practical treatise explaining the apparatus and processes.
Credits:
Produced by Richard Tonsing, Chris Curnow and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "The Art of Lead Burning" by C. H. Fay is a practical treatise on lead burning techniques written in the early 20th century. The work serves as a detailed guide to the apparatus and processes involved in lead burning, addressing both traditional methods and newer technologies relevant to the craft. The book offers insights into safety procedures, the properties of hydrogen gas, and the skills required for effective lead welding, which is utilized in various industrial applications. The opening of the treatise emphasizes the importance of safety in the lead burning industry, particularly regarding the handling of hydrogen gas. Fay encourages readers to familiarize themselves with the dangers associated with the gas before engaging in practical work, underscoring the need for caution and detailed understanding of the apparatus involved. He describes the fundamentals of lead burning, including its applications in lining chemical tanks and the necessary equipment, while also acknowledging the significance of practice in mastering the technique. This blend of caution, instructional detail, and practical application sets the stage for an informative read for those interested in the craft of lead burning. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 74.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Fay, C. H.
EBook No.: 52835
Published: Aug 18, 2016
Downloads: 279
Language: English
Subject: Lead burning
LoCC: Technology: Building construction
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
LoC No.: 05018167
Title:
The Art of Lead Burning
A practical treatise explaining the apparatus and processes.
Credits:
Produced by Richard Tonsing, Chris Curnow and the Online
Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This
file was produced from images generously made available
by The Internet Archive)
Summary: "The Art of Lead Burning" by C. H. Fay is a practical treatise on lead burning techniques written in the early 20th century. The work serves as a detailed guide to the apparatus and processes involved in lead burning, addressing both traditional methods and newer technologies relevant to the craft. The book offers insights into safety procedures, the properties of hydrogen gas, and the skills required for effective lead welding, which is utilized in various industrial applications. The opening of the treatise emphasizes the importance of safety in the lead burning industry, particularly regarding the handling of hydrogen gas. Fay encourages readers to familiarize themselves with the dangers associated with the gas before engaging in practical work, underscoring the need for caution and detailed understanding of the apparatus involved. He describes the fundamentals of lead burning, including its applications in lining chemical tanks and the necessary equipment, while also acknowledging the significance of practice in mastering the technique. This blend of caution, instructional detail, and practical application sets the stage for an informative read for those interested in the craft of lead burning. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading Level: Reading ease score: 74.9 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
Author: Fay, C. H.
EBook No.: 52835
Published: Aug 18, 2016
Downloads: 279
Language: English
Subject: Lead burning
LoCC: Technology: Building construction
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.