Course Overview
This short course is tailored for participants who are interested in acquiring practical skills in the fabrication of aluminium windows, sliding doors, louver frames and curtain Wall. Participants will gain also hands-on experience in the entire fabrication process, from understanding design principles to assembling finished products.
Duration:
10 days
Target Audience:
- Individuals aspiring to enter the aluminium fabrication industry with a focus on windows and doors
- Window and door installers looking to enhance their fabrication skills
Prerequisites:
Basic knowledge of general safety practices and a keen interest in aluminium fabrication.
Outcome:
- Participants will emerge with the skills and knowledge necessary to fabricate high-quality aluminium windows and sliding doors, meeting industry standards and safety requirements.
Course Objectives
By attending this course, participants will have foundational knowledge and practical skills to initiate basic aluminium fabrication projects:
- Understanding Aluminium Windows and Sliding Doors
- Safety and Workplace Practices
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Cutting and Shaping Aluminium Profiles
- Joining Techniques
- Assembly and Glazing
- Quality Control and Testing
- Installation Basics
- Project Workshop
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Aluminium Windows and Sliding Doors
- Overview of the components and design principles of aluminium windows and sliding doors
- Understanding industry standards and regulations
Module 2: Safety and Workplace Practices
- Safety protocols specific to aluminium window and sliding door fabrication
- Efficient workflow and organization in the fabrication workshop
Module 3: Reading and Interpreting Blueprints
- Interpreting architectural drawings and specifications for window and door fabrication
- Measurement techniques and accuracy in reading blueprints
Module 4: Cutting and Shaping Aluminium Profiles
- Utilizing cutting tools for precision in cutting aluminium profiles
- Shaping and preparing profiles for window and door frame
Module 5: Joining Techniques
- Welding methods for aluminium window and door frames
- Adhesive and mechanical joining techniques
Module 6: Assembly and Glazing
- Assembling components to create window and door structures
- Introduction to glazing methods for windows and sliding doors
Module 7: Quality Control and Testing
- Inspecting fabricated products for quality and compliance
- Performing basic tests on assembled windows and sliding doors
Module 8: Installation Basics
- Understanding the basics of installing fabricated windows and sliding doors
- Common challenges and problem-solving during installation
Module 9: Study and understand aluminum profiles from different aluminum producers
- Studying and understanding aluminum profiles from different aluminum producers involves gaining knowledge about the characteristics, specifications, and applications of aluminum profiles produced by various manufacturers.
- Identifying reputable aluminum producers in the industry. Some well-known producers include Hydro, Alcoa, Constellium, Norsk Hydro, etc...
- Exploring websites, product catalogs, and official documentation to understand range of aluminum profiles.
Project Workshop:
- Participants will work on a practical project, fabricating an aluminium window or sliding door from start to finish
- Instructors will provide guidance, feedback, and troubleshooting support
