can be pressed into shape without breaking, usually in reference to metals

breaks or fractures easily without deforming or stretching

sticking several layers of material together

can be pressed into shape without breaking, usually in reference to polymers

British English CC

removing HIPS from vacuum former

Deforming manufacturing processes

Design and technology

Pupils will handle, shape and join sheet materials using different manufacturing processes.  They will test and experiment with different mechanical fixing methods and adhesives and then use this knowledge to explain which choices are suitable and why.

Principles of materials and manufacturing

Physical activity and equipment requiring safe use

Use of equipment that may require supervision for safety, e.g. scissors in KS1, needles, paint, knives, cooking.

Which of the following are material states?

Can be pressed into shape without breaking; usually refers to metals.

Can be drawn into a wire; usually refers to metals.

Match the material properties to the definitions.

gather the two part mould, PVA glue and a G clamp

add pva glue to one side of each piece of veneer

clamp the veneer in the mould or place in a vice

remove clamp and take the deformed veneer out of the mould

Which features are necessary for a successful former, for use in vacuum forming?

To shape heated polymer (plastic) into moulds

What is the main purpose of using vacuum forming in manufacturing?

Match the type of manufacturing process to the definition.

What type of material is a wool jumper made from? Choose all that apply.

Which of theses materials are from finite resources?

Match the material property to the correct definition.

Insert the missing word: 'sustainable is 'using {{}} wisely so that they do not run out.'


Content guidance

Risk assessment required - equipment

Adult supervision required

Introduction

What will you need for this lesson?

Are you ready to learn?

Equipment

Content guidance

Supervision

Worksheet