1. Timber processing and assembly
Learning objectives
To understand a range of traditional and modern constructional methods and applications when working with timber
To be familiar with machinery and jigs that can quicken processing and production

2. Processing- primary Cutting to length and width- cross-cut and rip
Planing- surface planing face and
edge, then…
Thicknessing to finished dimensions

3. Processing- secondary
Moulding- router or spindle moulder
Laminating- flat/curved
Steam bending
Jointing
Using Jigs- dovetail/housing
Traditional jointing- permanent
Basic mechanical fastenings
Knock down/self-assembly fittings

4. Joining methods Traditional, permanent joining methods including:
mortise and tenon,

5. Traditional joints
Dowel joint

6. Traditional joints
Dovetail

7. Traditional joints
Halving joint

8. Traditional joints
Housing joint

9. Traditional joints
Comb or ‘finger’ joint

10. Knock-down, take apart fittings
Barrel nut and bolt
Cam fitting
Corner plate

11. Knock-down fittings
Screw socket
Confirmat screws
Block connector

12. Contemporary joining- Knock Down
Advantages for the designer/maker/retailer?
Quality assurance
Reduced warehousing
Advantages for the consumer?
Take home-assemble, should be less expensive.
Can be dismantled for transport/re-homing
Spare fittings should be available

13. More basic fastenings Nails Round wire nails, oval brads, pins, and
commercial drivers.
Screws- types and applications

14. Forming components
Laminating
(See YouTube clips)
Steam bending

15. Finishing timber Types of finishes Varnish- clear and pigmented
Preservatives
Oils
Waxes
Paints
Application methods- brush, roller, spray, cloth

16. KEY TERMS Permanent joining Primary processing Temporary joining
Surface area contact
Adhesive
Knock down fitting
Quality Assurance
Home assembly
Primary processing
Secondary processing
Laminating
Steam bending
Jigs
Commercial equipment
Surface finishes

17. Prep task
Explain the process for marking out and cutting/machining a given joint/assembly.