The Metallurgy Of The Non-Ferrous Metals

This text contains a definitive treatise on the metallurgy of metals, with a particular focus on non-ferrous metals. Complete with 195 illustrations and clear, concise instructions and information, this is a text that will be of considerable value to anyone with an interest in the subject and is one not to be missed by collectors of antique metallurgic literature. The chapters of this book include: 'Definition of Refractory Materials', 'General Uses and Classification', 'Acid Refractory Materials', 'Fire-Clays', 'Fire-Bricks', 'Agalmatolite', 'Neutral Refractory Materials', 'Basic Refractory Materials', 'Crucibles', 'Classification of Processes', 'Heap Roasting', 'Roasting of Ores in Lumps', etcetera. Many antique texts such as this are increasingly costly and hard to find, and it is with this in mind that we are proudly republishing this book in a modern and affordable edition.