{"product_id":"aluminum-surfaces-a-guide-to-alloys-finishes-fabrication-and-maintenance-in-architecture-and-art-paperback-softback-9781119541769","title":"Aluminum Surfaces; A Guide to Alloys, Finishes, Fabrication and Maintenance in Architecture and Art (Paperback \/ softback) 9781119541769","description":"\u003cfont face=\"Georgia\"\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"6\"\u003eAluminum Surfaces\u003c\/font\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\r\n\u003cfont size=\"5\"\u003eA Guide to Alloys, Finishes, Fabrication and Maintenance in Architecture and Art\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"4\"\u003eL. William Zahner (Author)\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e9781119541769, Wiley\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003ePaperback \/ softback, published 29 October 2019\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e400 pages\u003cbr\u003e23.1 x 18.5 x 2.3 cm, 0.816 kg\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\u003cp align=\"justify\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA full-color guide for architects and design professionals to the selection and application of aluminum\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAluminum Surfaces\u003c\/i\u003e, second in William Zahner's \u003ci\u003eArchitectural Metals Series\u003c\/i\u003e, provides a comprehensive and authoritative treatment of aluminum applications in architecture and art. It offers architecture and design professionals the information they need to ensure proper maintenance and fabrication techniques through detailed information and full color images. It covers everything from the history of the metal and choosing the right alloy, to detailed information on a variety of surface and chemical finishes and corrosion resistance. The book also features case studies offering architecture and design professionals strategies for designing and executing successful projects using aluminum. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eAluminum Surfaces \u003c\/i\u003eis filled with illustrative case studies that offer strategies for designing and executing successful projects using aluminum. All the books in \u003ci\u003eZahner’s Architectural Metals Series \u003c\/i\u003eoffer in-depth coverage of today’s most commonly used metals in architecture and art. This important book:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eContains a comprehensive guide to the use and maintenance of aluminum surfaces in architecture and art\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFeatures full-color images of a variety of aluminum finishes, colors, textures, and forms\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIncludes case studies with performance data that feature strategies on how to design and execute successful projects using aluminum\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOffers methods to address corrosion, before and after it occurs\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscusses the environmental impact of aluminum from the creation process through application\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExplains the significance of the different alloys and the forms available to the designer\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscusses expectations when using aluminum in various exposures\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eFor architecture professionals, metal fabricators, developers, architecture students and instructors, designers, and artists working with metals, \u003ci\u003eAluminum Surfaces\u003c\/i\u003e offers a logical framework for the selection and application of aluminum in all aspects of architecture. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/font\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cfont size=\"3\"\u003e\u003cp\u003ePreface xi\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1 Introduction to Aluminum (Aluminium) 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAluminum as a Design Material 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnvironmental and Hygienic 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHistory of the Metal 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Origins of Modern Production 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAluminum in Art 22\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProduction Process Today 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAluminum versus Aluminium 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eComparisons Between Architectural Metals 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2 Aluminum Alloys 33\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing the Correct Alloy 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Initial Mill Casting 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommercial Pure Aluminum Alloy A91xxx 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlloy Designation System 39\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3 Surface Finishing 95\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Mill Finish Surface 96\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDirectional Finishes 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNon-Directional Finishes 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMirror Finish 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBright Dipping and Electropolishing 109\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eElectropolishing Aluminum 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnodizing 111\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHistory of Anodizing 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnodizing Process 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Anodized Surface Layer 119\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVariations in the Anodized Coating 126\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnodizing Quality 126\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefects That Can Appear After Anodizing 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEffects of Lubricants 127\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStructural Streaks 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging Expectations of the Anodized Surface 128\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eColoring by Means of Anodizing 130\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesign Considerations 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4 The Aluminum Surface Finish: Meeting Expectations 161\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Natural Finish 162\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Anodic Finish 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Point of Range Samples 171\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eColor 173\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFlatness 178\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCleaning the Surface Over Time 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5 Designing with the Available Forms of Aluminum 187\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBasic Forms of Aluminum 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt Begins at the Aluminum Mill: The Heat 190\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSheet and Plate 190\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSupply Constraints 191\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlate 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoil and Sheet 197\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFoil 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClad Aluminum: Alclad 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExtrusion 203\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExtrusion Process 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDesigning the Shape 208\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCross-Section Design Criteria 208\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExtrusion Dies 211\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAluminum Pipe and Tube 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAluminum Rod and Bar 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAluminum Structural Shapes: Angles, Channels, Tees, and I-Beam Shapes 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAluminum Wire 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAluminum Wire Mesh 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAluminum Expanded Metal 220\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePerforated Aluminum and Embossed Aluminum 222\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCast Forms 224\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSand Casting 227\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePermanent Mold Casting 228\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDie Casting 228\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAluminum Foam 229\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6 Fabrication 231\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChallenges with Aluminum Fabrication 233\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHandling and Storage 235\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eForming 254\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFastening 269\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSoldering and Brazing 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWelding 272\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCasting 279\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRapid Prototype 283\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7 Corrosion Characteristics 285\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNatural Weathering: Influences on Performance 287\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMarine Environment 289\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUrban Environment in the South 290\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUrban Environment in the North 291\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRural Environment 292\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCorrosion of Aluminum Surfaces 293\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWater Staining 310\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFingerprinting 311\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExpectations of Various Environmental Exposures 311\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCleaning 313\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eProtective Measures 314\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePaint Coatings 315\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStorage and Handling 322\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8 Coping with the Unexpected 325\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroduction 325\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Principal of Life Cycle 326\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMill Constraints 327\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePotential Issues with Sheet and Plate 329\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDents and Scratches in Anodized and Painted Aluminum 332\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGraffiti 333\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFlatness 334\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStiffener Show-through 339\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIssues Encountered with Casting Aluminum 340\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIssues Encountered with Aluminum Extrusions 341\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCrazing of the Surface 344\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCauses of Tonal Differences 347\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRange Samples 348\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWelding of Anodized Assemblies 350\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpalling 351\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWater Stains 351\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInclusions Visible After Polishing Plate 352\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix A Valuable Information and Specifications for Aluminum in Art and Architecture 353\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix B Tempers on Wrought Sheet, Extrusion, and Plate for Alloys Considered for Use in Art and Architecture 355\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppendix C 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