Blacksmithing Area
The Blacksmithing Area is a sub section of the Hot Metals Hosted Area, which has a wiki page here: https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Category:Hot_Metals
Other Hosted Areas are listed here: https://wiki.pumpingstationone.org/Category:Hosted_Areas
This page exists to explain the specialized tools and processes that relate to the discipline of Blacksmithing in Hot Metals Area.
Overview
Blacksmithing is...
Getting Authorized
Use of blacksmithing tools requires authorization, separate from the Hot Metals authorization, as the tools and procedures differ from the other shop tools.
How to Get Authorized
Authorization occurs once a month. Please check the Google Calendar on the main site for BOO (Blacksmithing Office HOurs)
Please review the information on this page, in particular the Safety section.
Please bring your own materials, as there is no guarantee there will be any available. Steel rods or rebar (uncoated) are inexpensive and available at the nearby Home Depot.
What will be covered
- Learning how to safely light, adjust gas flow and shut off the Gas forges.
- Preparing your work area, ventilation and cleanup.
- Hand Tools (Hammer, Tongs, etc.) and Anvil overview.
- Basic Hammer control to prevent damage to the anvil.
- Safely handling hot metal.
- Use of Induction Heater (By request).
Gas Cost Contribution
If you use the shop tank you are required to pay for your propane gas. Recommended contribution is about $5/hour of forge use. Note: This may change in the future after we research the cost of running.
SAFETY
Basic Safety...
Danger/Caution/Warning
Please Review these potential hazards.
| Danger/Warning | Description | Mitigation |
|---|---|---|
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HOT SURFACE - Any Metal surfaces near the forge or heated metal will get hot through heat transfer. | Wear Gloves for safety when touching such surfaces. |
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FIRE - Flammable material may catch fire if near Forge or Hot metal. | DO NOT Leave Unattended. Clear area around Forge and Leave metal in Sand Bucket until cooled. |
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CRUSHING - Make certain there is nothing fragile (e.g. fingers) obstructing the the path of hammer before a strike. | Watch when Striking and clear clutter. |
Required Precautions
- Eye protection
- Gloves
- Closed Toed shoes
Recomended Precautions
- Apron
- Pants
- Hearing Protection
Available Tools
Please go to individual pages for startup/shutdown procedures and other detailed information, specific to the tools.
Forges
Other
Hand Tools
- Hammers
- Tongs
- Scrapers
Anvil Tools
- Hardy Tools